I set it up so that normal browsing and streaming would work fine, but if they started massive movie downloads or something crazy, then I would quickly figure it out since the bandwidth limit would quickly be exceeded. Luckily, my Netgear router has a built-in feature to restrict traffic and limit the bandwidth usage. To get started, log into your router via a web browser and the Netgear Smart Wizard web interface should appear:...

While you can quickly sort your inbox by date, this isn’t convenient if you receive dozens of emails per day. With Microsoft Outlook’s built-in search and filter tools, you can find the exact email you want. Let’s look at how to search Outlook by date in both the web and desktop applications. Search Outlook by Date on the Web If you use Outlook on the web, visit the site and log in if necessary....

Don’t trust the basic formatting tools included with your operating system, however. In most cases, these tools won’t actually erase the data, leaving it possible for your files to be recovered. You can deal with this problem by ‘zero filling’ a hard drive, sector by sector. Here’s how to zero fill a hard drive using a Linux live environment. Why You Should Zero Fill a Hard Drive Some technical terms are pretty ambiguous, but “zero fill” means exactly that....

The other annoying thing was that the duplicates were slightly different. For example, I had a contact Vineet and then another one called Vineet R and another called Vineet Rohatgi! One had a number, one had an email and the last one had an address. So not exact duplicates, but still all the same contact info. In this article, I’ll go through a couple of ways you can solve the problem of duplicate contacts and how to merge them together....

So, which is better for you? Let’s find out. Smartsheet vs. Excel: Which Is Better? Microsoft Excel is a traditional spreadsheet program ideal for crunching numbers, analyzing and visualizing data, and managing projects. Smartsheet, on the other hand, is primarily a SaaS project management software that helps track timelines and streamline workflows in real-time. Excel is a powerful statistical tool with project management capabilities, and Smartsheet focuses on collaborative task management....

Such personal and sensitive information in the wrong hands could be used against you, or put you and others at risk, whether or not you have anything to hide. So how do you know for sure if there’s spyware on your smartphone or computer? We’re going to show you the telltale signs to be aware of, how to check for spyware and recognize what you find, plus spyware removal tips to get it off your device....

Using form templates saves time by not having to start from scratch. Google Forms templates enable users to add or delete sections and make edits easily. How To Find Google Forms Templates To access Google Form templates, follow the steps below: Log into your Google accountGo to Google FormsClick on Template Gallery This will open the full gallery of templates broken into Education, Personal, and Work categories. Which are the best templates from Google Forms?...

If for some reason you have no sound on Skype, there are a number of troubleshooting steps you can use to find the problem and get things back up and running again. Some of the causes of this problem include: Hardware issues with your microphone, external speakers or headphonesOld or faulty audio driversOperating system interferencesIssues with audio settingsPlayback errors in Skype With these issues in mind, we’re going to show some basic and advanced troubleshooting tips if you have no sound on Skype....

We’re going to use the Windows command netstat to see our listening ports and PID (Process ID). We’re also going to see what we can do with that information. What Is Netstat? The netstat command is a combination of the words ‘network’ and ‘statistics’. The netstat command works in all versions of Windows from Windows XP right up to Windows 10. It’s also used in other operating systems (OS) like Unix and Linux, but we’ll stick to Windows here....

What does 504 Gateway Timeout mean? The 504 Gateway Timeout error is labeled differently by several websites and browsers but the variations mean the same thing. So if a particular website throws a “Gateway Timeout (504)” error while others display theirs as “HTTP Error 504,” “Domain took too long to respond,” or “Gateway Timeout,” they’re pointing out the same issue. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about the 504 Gateway Timeout error—meaning, causes, and the solutions....

However, a computer is a complex system, so how should you know which components need upgrading? What should you upgrade on your PC? The Weakest Link The ideal computer is built from a mix of components that are well matched to each other. You don’t want a situation where one component is holding the entire system back because it can’t keep up. This issue is the bane of pre-built computers, especially budget models....

There’s no need to worry. We’ve compiled a list of troubleshooting solutions for common Start menu-related issues. Restart the PC It sounds silly having to remind people to restart their computer at the first sign of trouble. You’ll be surprised how most issues resolve themselves by simply restarting the PC. So before anything else, give that a whirl and see if that fixes everything. Look for Corrupted Files Windows has a built-in system file checker that fixes corrupted files and restores the computer to its proper state....

In this article, we’re going to look at the most common issues that prevent your SIM card from working properly. We’ll teach you all the troubleshooting steps you need to take to get your SIM card working on your iPhone or Android phone. Basic Troubleshooting The SIM card is a piece of plastic that you get from your mobile network service provider, like T-Mobile. Without it, your cell phone can’t make any calls or send and receive data....

Whether you want to grab the entire screen or just a part of it, it’s easy to do with the keyboard commands. However, if this method doesn’t do what you want, you can get a suitable third-party alternative that meets your needs. Read on to find out how to grab screenshots on a Chromebook using the keyboard shortcuts or a stylus, and the best snipping tools for Chromebook you can use to capture your screen....

Often the problem goes away for good after a simple reboot, but intermittent or frequent BSODs can indicate anything from a serious bug in software to problems with the actual computer hardware. BSODs are nothing to panic about however. Your computer won’t explode, you just need to analyze the content of the BSOD error and then troubleshoot potential solutions. What Is a BSOD on Windows 10 Exactly? You’ve probably figured out that Microsoft itself doesn’t officially call this error a Blue Screen Of Death....

If you bought your computer with Windows pre-installed, the manufacturer may have included this information for you. If you bought your computer second hand, the operating system will show the original owner as the person to whom the operating system is licensed. Either way, using a quick registry edit, you can change the name of the registered owner to anyone you want. Windows 7/8/10 License To see the name of the person to whom your copy of Windows is licensed, click on Start and type into the search box....

I want to address the elephant in the room, which is ‘military-grade’ doesn’t actually exist. Well, at least not in the way you’d think. When companies use the term military-grade, it’s primarily for marketing and little else. What they really mean is that their company provides Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) 256 encryption. Even though the military may use the AES encryption algorithm, it was actually the first publicly accessible and open cipher approved by the National Security Agency (NSA) to protect information at a “Top Secret” level....

Don’t know how to go about this? Don’t worry. We’ll walk through the process. In this post, you’ll learn how to change the ownership of files and folders on Windows. This way, you can make modifications as you please. Note that if a file or folder is owned by TrustedInstaller, you need to follow a different procedure, mentioned in the link. About the Ownership of Files and Folders If you have no administrative privileges, Windows 10 won’t give you permission to make changes....

If you tend to use a certain font in your Office documents, it’s a good idea to set that font as the default font in all your Office applications. There are ways to change the default font in various applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. How To Change The Default Font In Microsoft Word Setting a default font in Microsoft Word is fairly easy, and you don’t need to edit configuration files to do this....

By default, Windows keeps the system clock in sync with Microsoft’s time servers. If that fails, you must manually change the time and date or forcibly synchronize the clock with a local time server. This tutorial will help you learn how to change the time, date, and region in Windows 11 and 10. Manually Change Time and Date in Windows The default date and time configuration in Windows keep the system time in sync with an internet time server....