One of the problems with Windows XP was that standard users had their hands tied when it came to doing things restricted to admins only. Accounts with administrative privileges, however, had unbridled access to anything on the PC. This created a two security issues. First, the standard user account was so restricted that most people set up all of their accounts on an XP computer with administrative privileges. Second, a hijacked account that has administrative privileges had no way to protect itself against running unauthorized programs or accessing private folders....

This article will show you how to discover the IP address of a Raspberry Pi that’s connected to your network. In some cases, your Pi’s IP address could be dynamic. That means it can change. If your Raspberry Pi’s IP address has changed, you need a way to find out its new IP. Since you may or may not have a display connected to your Pi, we’ll walk you through a few ways to find your Pi’s IP address with and without a display....

In this article, we’ll cover what the Desktop.ini file is, how you can use it, and whether it’s safe to delete. What Is the Desktop.ini File? The Desktop.ini file is a hidden configuration file found in every folder on Microsoft Windows (including Vista and Windows 10/11). Each Desktop.ini file contains the configuration settings for that folder. The Desktop.ini file is not visible by default as it’s a protected operating system file....

More importantly, you’ll learn eight possible ways to resolve these WhatsApp Web QR code problems. How to Use WhatsApp Web QR Code If you’re experiencing difficulties accessing WhatsApp Web, it could be because you’re scanning the QR code incorrectly. It’s worth mentioning that WhatsApp’s QR code only works with the scanner built into WhatsApp. Scanning the WhatsApp QR code with a third-party scanner or using your camera app as a QR code scanner won’t connect the instant messenger to your browser....

With so many computer configurations and third-party sound hardware, Windows 11 will inevitably run into sound issues on some systems. If you’re struggling to hear anything from your Windows 11 PC’s speakers or another audio device, try these tips to fix the issue. Install the Right Drivers and Software Before troubleshooting, install the right software if you’ve just upgraded to Windows 11 or have completed a clean install and have no sound from the outset....

Restart your PC A simple system restart can sometimes resolve update errors. So before you try anything else, reboot your PC and see if that will take care of the problem. If not, you can try the other solutions below. Check Your Settings Some Windows settings can stop it from installing necessary updates. Here are some of the things you should check. Metered Connection Windows have features that prevent it from downloading updates over a metered connection....

The Disk Management console in Microsoft Windows allows you to easily extend the size of a volume or partition on your PC. But what if the “Extend Volume” option appears grayed out? There are a few possible causes as to why that happens. Read on to figure out how to fix the extend volume option grayed-out issue in Windows 10 and 11. Why the “Extend Volume” Option Appears Grayed Out The “Extend Volume” option for a hard drive or SSD in the Disk Management tool can appear grayed out due to the following reasons:...

However, if you must open the Control Panel in Windows 10 for some reason, you can still do it as it hasn’t fully been removed, yet. There are actually a number of ways to launch this traditional utility on Windows 10. Use Start Menu To Open Control Panel In Windows 10 You’re familiar with this method to launch the built-in tools in the Windows operating system. You can use the Start Menu to find and launch Control Panel as well as it’s located in one of the folders there....

If you use Windows 10, you can rely on over a dozen different methods to get the Task Manager up and running. Of course, you don’t have to remember them all! But considering the Task Manager’s relative significance, it’s always best to know of at least a few ways to open Task Manager. 1. Open Task Manager via Taskbar The easiest way to bring up the Task Manager is to open it via the taskbar (the strip of icons at the bottom of the desktop) with just a couple of quick mouse clicks....

The Microsoft Store’s 0x80131500 error code can show up for several reasons. For example, you might be dealing with a buggy Microsoft Store installation, conflicting network settings, or user profile corruption. Work through the fixes below to fix the Microsoft Store error code 0x80131500 in Windows 11 and 10. 1. Enable the Background Intelligent Transfer Service Native Windows apps use a background service called Background Intelligent Transfer Service (or BITS) to handle uploads and downloads....

Luckily, there are a host of free image tools to help you create engaging and professional infographics. Whether it’s to create infographics for social media, your site or for professional presentations, there is a variety of high-quality tools that can be used to produce stunning infographics. This article will discuss the following tools: CanvaVismeSnappaInfogramEaselly Also, check out our YouTube video where we cover some other options for creating infographics easily:...

I hadn’t run into any problems with Office on my machine before, so this was a little strange. I had installed a few apps and installed some Windows updates, but other than that, everything was the same. If you’re having the same problem, read the possible solutions below and see if it works for you. Method 1 – Corrupt Profile There is a file called profilename.xml that stores the settings for the Navigation Pane in Outlook....

If you are lucky, you’ll get an error reference number you can look up, but in the case of the “Instruction at Referenced Memory Could Not Be Read” error, you have no such luck. This particular error can strike at any time, often without any clear cause. So if you’re happily doing your thing on a PC and suddenly experience a software crash along with this error, this guide will set you on the path to recovery....

If you’re exploring your Chromebook, you should investigate Chromebook Developer Mode, which unlocks the capabilities of your device. What Is Chromebook Developer Mode? In a nutshell, Chromebook Developer Mode is a similar process to rooting your Android device or jailbreaking your iOS device. Developer Mode enables you to run commands, install different software or operating systems, and customize your Chromebook. However, like rooting or jailbreaking, switching Chromebook Developer Mode on can create a security risk....

While we already have a guide on adding signatures to your emails, the interfaces that let you do it have changed since then. This guide covers the most recent versions of Outlook for various platforms to let you add a signature in Outlook for your computer. Add a Signature In Outlook For Windows If you’re a Windows user, chances are Outlook is your primary email client. It works extremely great on this platform and lets you manage multiple of your email accounts from within a single app....

Collecting data about the characteristics and behavior of your website visitors is crucial if you want to grow your business, increase your conversion rate, and boost your revenue. It’s only when you collect data and then analyze it that you are able to react accordingly. What Website Analytics Can Do for You Knowledge is power! Website analytics can: Provide you with data on your most popular content and how visitors are interacting with your site....

The problem? Not having email access might cause you to miss something important. What if your opinion is needed in order to proceed with a big sale? What if a client desperately needs you? The workaround is to set up email forwarding in Microsoft Outlook. By configuring auto-forwarding, you can be at ease knowing that all mails sent to your work email account will be automatically forwarded to another email address....

Modifying the startup sound of your Windows 10 computer is very easy. However, depending on your device’s configurations, you may encounter some difficulties in the process. Not to worry, though, we’ll walk you through all the steps and troubleshooting methods involved. Change the Windows 10 Startup Sound Note: If you run an older operating system on your computer, refer to this guide on changing startup sound on Windows XP, Win 7, and Win 8....

The modern display is a sensitive device that requires special care. You can easily damage a touchscreen if you clean it using a rough sponge or an aggressive cleaning agent. You’ll eventually scratch the screen and damage its special coatings, and you’ll end up with an inferior device that no longer takes your touch commands. This applies to any laptop, tablet, TV, phone, or another device with LCD, MicroLED, or OLED display....

Just as a computer with an uncluttered hard drive runs better and faster, a computer with no dust build-up in it runs cooler, and thus better and faster. Add a clean monitor, keyboard, and mouse and the computer is just more pleasurable to use. There’s a lot to doing a good cleaning, but it can go very quickly. Due to the number of steps and details, this article will be broken into 2 parts; physically cleaning your computer and cleaning out the ‘insides’ of the computer meaning Windows and your hard drive....