The Look and Feel of Microsoft Word Microsoft’s recent switch from a menu interface to the Ribbon left many users of Word puzzled and confused. With no way to revert back to the menu interface, many users either opted to keep working with an older release of the word processor or look to alternatives like OpenOffice Writer. There’s no way to simulate the Ribbon in OpenOffice Writer but there are other things you can do to make Writer look and function more like Microsoft Word....

1. Confirm That It’s the Adapter There’s little point in spending precious time trying to fix something that isn’t broken. So before you assume that your network card is the problem, you should eliminate a few other possibilities first: Do other network adapters on your computer work properly?Can other devices using the same type of adapter connect without issue?Does trying a different Ethernet cable help?Is it an internet connection problem only?...

I thought it was isolated to the browser, but quickly realized I was having the same tab issue in Word, Outlook and Quickbooks. What a royal pain! I didn’t realize how much I used the tab key until it stopped working! Anyway, after doing some research and messing around with stuff, I figured out what the problem was. In this article, I’ll try to write out the different possible solutions and hopefully your tab key will start functioning properly again....

Although cloud storage seems to be taking over as a form of file transfer that can be accessed from any device or location, the USB flash drive is still incredibly useful so it’s not going anywhere just yet. USB flash drives come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and brands, which makes it hard to figure out which one is best for your needs. Whether you want to bring your vacation photos, HD movies, or sales spreadsheets with you wherever you go, we compare the best USB flash drives to help you find the right one....

Another, and likely the biggest reason, would be that Chromecast is very limited in its compatibility with third-party streaming apps. You’ll get all of the more popular ones like HBO Now, Netflix, and Hulu, but more obscure apps tend to be a problem. This, in conjunction with the constant need to switch between apps instead of having a more seamless setup, leads a lot of users to look for a better option....

Portable monitors have risen in popularity in recent years, but the quality is hit or miss. Zissu’s 15.6-inch portable monitor for laptops is a new contender in the arena. Zissu’s sent it over to Help Desk Geek for review, so we spent a bit of time with it to get a feel for how it works. Here’s what we found. Specs and Features The monitor itself is a 15.6-inch display with both a full and a 16:9 aspect ratio....

Linux-based operating systems, like Ubuntu, are great replacements for Windows 10 on certain PCs—as long as you’re aware of the limitations. Ubuntu isn’t the only Windows challenger out there, but it is one of the best. To help you decide between Ubuntu vs Windows 10, let’s run through the pros and cons of both platforms. Functionality, Personalization and Ease of Use Windows is still the market leader for desktop and laptop computing, with a familiar interface that has evolved over decades....

It’s a pretty great thing. Unfortunately, it can also be more than a little ugly. Your Windows programs definitely don’t use your Linux themes, and to make it worse, they appear as if they came straight from Windows 95. Blocky, flat, and just all around ugly. Fortunately, Wine can actually accept MSStyle themes, which means it’s not that difficult to get your Windows applications looking fairly nice, even if they don’t quite match the rest of your desktop....

This data is called EXIF metadata, and accessing it varies from device to device. While there are built-in options for viewing it on macOS and Windows devices, you’ll need to install an app to view it on Android or iOS. If you want to view EXIF metadata on any of these platforms, here’s what you need to do. What Is EXIF Metadata? They say a photo is worth a thousand words—a statement that certainly has some truth when you consider digital photos....

The question is, has the option really been removed and is there really no way to make Word go full screen on your computer? Luckily, there’s still a way. Even though the option has been removed from the Word interface, the feature somehow still seems to exist and lets you use the old full-screen layout of Word. Since it’s hidden from the main options, you’re going to have to find a way to enable it and add it to a menu from where you can easily access it....

This file is responsible for managing computer hibernation, helping your computer restart from the Hibernate power state. So, can you delete hiberfil.sys? Is it even safe to do so? What Is Hiberfil.sys? Your Windows 10 system has several power management options, one of which is Hibernation. Hibernation is a handy option that allows your system to restart quickly. It works by saving your current user configuration (such as programs, files, and folders) to your hard drive temporarily....

Any Windows PC has a bunch of processes running quietly in the background. Most of these processes fulfill critical roles in the operating system and use minimal resources. And some, like MoUsoCoreWorker.exe, are official processes that are part of Windows. What Is MoUsoCoreWorker.exe? MoUsoCoreWorker.exe is a certified Windows process. A core part of the Windows Update service, the “Uso” part of its name stands for Update Session Orchestrator. Like most Windows services, it resides in C:\Windows\System32....

In a network environment, the Group Policy Editor is used to configure everything from what programs are allowed to run to desktop customization. It does this in partnership with the Active Directory. For the average Windows 10 user who doesn’t have Active Directory, we can still use Local Group Policy Objects (LGPOs) to configure our computers. Where Do I Find the Windows 10 Group Policy Editor? If you have Windows 10 Home edition, you don’t have the Group Policy Editor....

One lesser-known but essential system process is wudfhost.exe, a critical component that helps your Windows PC load the device drivers that allow your apps and services to control and interface with your hardware. If you’re curious to learn more about wudfhost.exe and how to troubleshoot it, this guide will help you. What Is Wudfhost.exe on Windows 10? The wudfhost.exe process (or, to give it its full name, the Windows User-Mode Driver Framework Host process) is one of the most important system processes running on your Windows PC....

Thankfully, audio crackling is often caused by the same set of issues, so if you run through our troubleshooting steps below, the chances are you’ll have your audio fixed once you’ve tried each step. Plug Your Device Back In This is the easiest step to try, and can work more often than you’d expect. Sometimes your audio device may not be plugged all of the way in and that can cause Windows 10 audio crackling issues with your audio....

A game crash with exit code 1 can also be caused by things like outdated video drivers or mod conflicts, or even an incorrect launcher path. So here are all the methods of fixing these issues in Minecraft Java Edition. Fix 1: Reinstall Java As the error code 1 primarily pertains to a Java configuration issue, that is the first thing to fix. Many guides will tell you to modify the Java executable path, though we recommend simply reinstalling Java completely....

Linux and Windows are considered to be the world’s best-operating systems. When deciding whether to choose a Windows or Linux operating system, most people look at features such as cost, support, security, functionality, hardware compatibility, and reliability. Before deciding to leave Windows for Linux, look at some of the advantages of Linux as well as things Linux can do that Windows cannot. Open Source One of the best advantages Linux offers is that it is an open-source operating system (OS)....

You’re more likely to find some version of Linux running on these machines. Ubuntu Linux is a desktop version of this reliable and powerful operating system and, depending on your needs, could be the perfect desktop operating system for you. If you find the idea of Ubuntu intriguing, then this beginner’s Ubuntu Linux guide is a great place to start. What Is Ubuntu Linux? Ubuntu Linux is one distribution or “distro” of Linux....

If you aren’t sure whether the microphone is working, look at your playback settings. If your system doesn’t recognize your Blue Yeti, try these fixes to straighten it out. How to Fix Blue Yeti Not Recognized Errors There are several reasons your Blue Yeti mic might not show up in Windows 10 or 11. Here’s how to fix it. Try a Different USB Port One of the main problem points is just a faulty connection—or that the Blue Yeti device just isn’t fully plugged in....

Even while abiding by the most strict security standards, there’s nothing you can do if a website trusted with your information suffers a data breach. In such breaches, and everywhere else across the internet, we come attached to an identifier called an IP address. While your IP address isn’t as sacred as a fingerprint, it’s still a piece of your digital information worth guarding and understanding. So, what happens if someone gets their hands on your IP address?...