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2018-02 Resetting Network Settings in Windows
Network problems are awful because you can’t get online to check for help. Everybody knows the infuriating sight of No Connection, followed by hurried troubleshooting to isolate the problem. We’ve shared simple steps to diagnosing network issues and the best tools for assisting with networking problems. If you still can’t figure out your issue after applying that advice, there’s a new Windows 10 feature that can help you get a fresh start. How to Reset Network Settings in Windows 10 Open the Settings app...
Posted on February 1st, 2018
2017-12 Online HTML Editors to Test Your Code
HTML runs the modern world. True, if you ask anybody what it takes to be a web developer, they’ll tell you all about JavaScript web frameworks, Python web frameworks, web programming practices, etc. Yet underneath all of that, HTML is what holds it all together. There is no web without HTML, and you need to know how to edit it if you want to do any kind of web work. But setting up a robust HTML editing workflow in Sublime Text or Visual Studio Code may be overkill if you aren’t working on a f...
Posted on December 29th, 2017
2017-12 Command Prompt Tricks and Tips
Microsoft wants users to move over from Command Prompt to PowerShell, but there are good reasons not to, the chief one being that PowerShell is more advanced and suited for power users. Command Prompt remains the better option for everyday users. Learn more in our overview of differences between Command Prompt and PowerShell. But just because Command Prompt is simpler doesn’t mean it’s primitive. You’ll find so many awesome Command Prompt tricks and tips that can make your life a lot ea...
Posted on December 18th, 2017
2017-12 The End of Classic Shell: The 7 Best Windows Start Menu Alternatives
You probably interact with the Windows Start Menu dozens of times a day. It’s the hub for all the apps, settings, and utilities on your computer. Shouldn’t you love working with it? While we’re glad that the proper menu is back after an absence in Windows 8, you can always make default Windows features better. If you’re looking for something new, here are the best apps you can download to replace or circumvent your Start Menu. The End of Classic Shell You’d expect to see Cla...
Posted on December 6th, 2017
2017-11 Why You Should NOT Buy a Bluetooth Keyboard
A Bluetooth keyboard offers a winning combination of portability and cross-device compatibility — but they’re not perfect for everyone. While there are Bluetooth keyboards out there worth buying, you should be aware that they come with trade-offs. For example, gamers, coders, and writers should use wired keyboards, which tend to offer better reliability, functionality, and security. Should you get one? Here are six reasons why you may want to rethink the Bluetooth keyboard. 1. Durable Keyboards Have Bett...
Posted on November 30th, 2017
2017-11 Building a Great Media Center PC
This guide will take you through the various available options for a home media center (also known as Home Theatre Personal Computers or HTPCs). More and more people are changing to the cord cutting lifestyle, eschewing traditional television networks for streaming services and alternative methods of viewing live television.This guide is available to download as a free PDF. Download How to Build a Great Media Center PC now. Feel free to copy and share this with your friends and family. From simple, pre-m...
Posted on November 30th, 2017
2017-11 Complete Malware Removal Guide
Malware is everywhere these days. You only have to sneeze in the wrong café, and you have malware. Okay, maybe not that bad. But as the networked world expands, so does the potential for infection. This MakeUseOf guide is a step-by-step approach to removing a significant amount of malware. Furthermore, we’re going to show you how to stop malware infecting your system, to begin with. And if you don’t have to worry about malware, you’ll have more time for the finer things in life. We cannot deliver a guide...
Posted on November 30th, 2017
2017-11 Fix your PC with HijackThis
Browsing the modern internet is an exercise in avoiding the scams, viruses, and malware that lurk around every corner. It’s sadly no longer the case that only visiting reputable websites can keep you safe either. That doesn’t mean that your favorite music streaming site is necessarily malicious though. Instead, many websites, downloads, and emails are compromised and loaded with malicious intent. While malware sometimes leaves less-than-subtle hints about its existence, that isn’t always the case. Often ...
Posted on November 29th, 2017