What’s Going On? Microsoft’s latest update fleshes out technology dedicated entirely to gaming. They haven’t revealed much information on what this technology is yet; they’ve just claimed that they want to help Windows 10 handle games better. It’s implied that this update is the first of many, which will help shape Windows 10’s gaming technology over time. While we don’t have solid details just yet, we can glean some information about what might be coming up....

What Is Wireless Mesh? One of the newer options available is a wireless mesh system, also known as a mesh Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi mesh network. Instead of just a single device, you set up a system of devices called nodes. When you install a whole home mesh system, you create a virtual wireless blanket or net, giving you even coverage throughout your home. Every node acts like a router, giving the same powerful signal you’d get as if you had a device directly beside your wireless router....

These permissions include administrative tasks such as installing plugins and editing site-wide settings, content-related tasks such as writing, and editing drafts or publishing posts. By default, we have five distinct user roles which you may be aware of if you have used WordPress for a reasonable amount of time. Once you understand how each one works, you will be able to make a more informed decision about what roles are suitable to specific users on your website....

This article will give you an overview of how backward compatibility works across both of Microsoft’s next-gen consoles, as well as take a look at how these games perform on the new consoles and what you can expect from them. What’s backward compatibility on Xbox Series X & S? The simplest way to explain the backward compatibility situation of the next-gen Xboxes is this: All Xbox, Xbox 360, and Xbox One games playable on Xbox One will work and play better on Xbox Series S & X....

Everyone loves the idea of backups, but not many people actually implement them in their lives. In a world where all our important documents and memories can vanish in a single hard drive crash, backups are more important now than ever. There are hundreds of backup programs, and not all of them are worth your time. Fortunately, I can say that Zinstall Backup is definitely worth a look. Why Zinstall Is Different Zinstall has a lot of competition in the backup world, so why does it deserve your time and money?...

1. Better Organization The first thing that strikes you about Windows 11 is how fresh, beautiful, and glossy it feels, unlike any previous Windows version. Everything about the fonts and icons generates a classy touch and is easily its number one attraction. A close second would be the level of organization of various apps and taskbar icons. Arranged bang in the middle of the taskbar, they feel more neat and uncluttered....

1. GIMP GIMP is one of the most widely used open-source raster photo editing apps out there, and for good reason. It’s a free, powerful editing tool for anyone, regardless of their experience with photo editing. Pros Compatible with Windows, macOS, and LinuxSetup similar to Adobe Photoshop (good for experienced editors)Advanced manipulation tools includedCan export images to over 40 file typesNo ads Cons Advanced tool (requires extensive knowledge to use)Can handle only 8-bit RGB imagesHas a layers cap...

1. Stay Up to Date (for Free If You’re on Windows 10!) The first and most obvious incentive for users to upgrade to Windows 11 is to stay up to date, especially in today’s era of ransomware attacks. Windows 11 will be the first to get all the major security updates and fixes that could impact users of previous versions of Windows. Even if you have absolutely no interest in the new features, staying secure and up to date should matter to you....

Myth 1: Cell phones cause fires at gas stations There has never been a documented case of a cell phone starting a fire at a gas station. According to the MythBuster Discovery TV show, attempts have been made to use cell phones to start gas pump fires and failed. The buildup of static electricity usually causes fires that do occur at gas stations, not your cellphone. Getting in and out of your car can create a dangerous static charge....

1. Restart iPhone and Apple Watch You must begin the troubleshooting process to fix your Apple Watch not connecting or pairing to your phone by simply restarting your Apple Watch and the paired iPhone. To restart your Apple Watch, follow these steps: To restart your iPhone, go to “Settings → General → Shut down” to turn off your iPhone. Wait for a few seconds, then turn on the iPhone again....

Because it’s such a vital tool, Windows provides multiple ways to open the Task Manager. This is particularly useful for accessibility reasons, and knowing these separate methods can be a great help in different situations. The following is an updated list of ways to help you open Task Manager in Windows 10 systems. Many, but not all, of these techniques will apply to older Windows versions. 1. From the Taskbar Opening the Windows Task Manager from the taskbar is probably the most used method, as it only requires a couple of mouse clicks and no need to type anything....

1. Disconnect Disconnect is a Firefox add-on that helps you stop websites from tracking you online. By restricting advertising and analytics services that can track you online, Disconnect makes staying private a little easier. Disconnect is not an ad blocker, though it does block the tracking elements of online ads. That can often end up removing the ad as well, so you’ll probably see an increase in your browsing speed, too....

1: What makes fiber better than copper? The era of Ethernet is dimming. But why do people prefer fiber optic better than Ethernet? ISPs seem to be in a hurry to upgrade their infrastructures. First of all, Ethernet isn’t going anywhere. ISPs don’t operate on Ethernet. That’s just the 8-pin copper connection you use to connect to the internet. It’s the end of the connection, where your computer is connected to its wall socket or router....

1: Set Up a New User Account This one’s practically a no-brainer. If you’re going to have another user, you might as well give them an account. Of course, this isn’t exactly the kind of effort you should put in for someone who’s just using your computer this one time. A new user account is ideal for when you have someone living with you who uses your computer regularly. To add a new user, first go to Chrome’s settings, then scroll down to “Users....

But the full-featured version of Daemon Tools doesn’t come free, which isn’t ideal if all you’re looking to do is just some simple image mounting. Also, the Daemon Tools installer tries to foist extra third-party software onto your PC, which is a big no-no for us. There are several good free alternatives to Daemon Tools, which will let you mount virtual drives to your heart’s content without paying a penny....

So to celebrate the organisational powers of your phone, we’ve gathered four of the best spreadsheets apps for Android. 1. Google Sheets Seeing as this one comes loaded on most Android phones and syncs up with Google Drive (which many Android users also use), it makes sense to start here. Google Sheets has its own rather stringent file format but has improved a great deal at converting spreadsheets from major formats like ....

However, if you think you’ve had enough and want to try to quit smoking, there are various apps you can try. With the following apps you’ll be able to see things such as how much money you’re saving, how many days you’ve gone without smoking, and more. 1. QuitNow!: Quit Smoking QuitNow!: Quit Smoking is one of the most popular apps that can help you stop smoking. It starts by asking you how many cigarettes you usually have during the day, how many cigarettes were in a pack, how much you paid for the box, etc....

With the news that Adblock has decided to allow what they deem to be “acceptable ads,” now is the perfect time to find a replacement. Here’s five alternatives that will allow you to browse in peace. 1. uBlock Origin uBlock is one of the best known alternatives for a reason. It’s a capable ad-blocker that is completely free to download. It doesn’t catch as much compared to Adblock, but it’s far less resource-heavy....

Note: Most of these application launchers are available in your distro’s package manager and can be easily installed from the Software center. 1. Synapse Synapse comes installed with some of the most popular Linux distros, so it’s possible you are already using it but are totally unaware. Synapse is a visual launcher you can use not only to start applications, but also to find and open any file. It uses the Zeitgeist engine and is a very fast launcher/searcher....

1. Evernote While Evernote is far from a dedicated journaling application, it contains many of the features you’ve come to expect from Day One. Rich text is fully supported, as are audio, images and even video. You can create multiple journals and edit them on a Mac and iOS application or use the web interface if you don’t have access to the apps. And since Evernote has been around for years and seems to be doing well, a sudden shutdown or change in monetization strategy seems unlikely....