Open-source video editing software contains source code that enables you to customize the program to your needs. So, anyone with a bit of coding knowledge and video editing experience is going to likely prefer the use of an open-source video editor. Video editing is one industry that has undergone a lot of evolution in the last few years. The ability to perform simple tasks like cropping a video or adding a background soundtrack is far easier than it used to be....

Whether it’s long battery life, sports tracking, or accurate heart rate monitoring that you’re after, Fitbit used to be everyone’s go-to option when it comes to a fitness device. Recently that has changed for a couple of different reasons. If you find yourself searching for a fitness tracking gadget that’s also not a Fitbit, have a look at our list of the best alternatives available today. Why Look For Fitbit Alternatives?...

There are various types of RAM memory, each with their own pros and cons. CPUs have a very small amount of memory built into them, known as the CPU “cache”. This memory is incredibly fast and essentially part of the CPU itself. However, it is very expensive and so can’t be used as the primary memory of the computer. That’s where RAM comes into play. RAM comes in the form of silicon computer chips, attached to a memory bus....

Some Windows processes are like that, and lsass.exe is one of them. When lsass.exe does its job, no one cares. When lssas.exe has high CPU usage or crashes, we notice and wonder why it’s even there. What Is lsass.exe and Is It Safe? All tools, in the wrong hands, are weapons. The lsass in lssas.exe is an acronym of Local Security Authorization Subsystem Service. Local Security Authorization is a system for authenticating users and logging them on....

Unlike PowerPoint, there’s not much of a learning curve to Sway. Think of Microsoft Sway as PowerPoint for people who don’t want to learn PowerPoint. In fact, Sway doesn’t even want you to call them “presentations.” You’ll be creating “Sways.” Is Microsoft Sway Free? Microsoft Sway is a web app that’s free for anyone with a Microsoft account. Go to Sway on your browser and login with your Microsoft account....

VulkanRT (or the Vulkan Runtime Libraries, to give it its full name) is a cross-platform API that allows modern 3D-rendered games to function properly with your graphics card or internal chipset. If you’re looking to find out more about the VulkanRT libraries, here’s everything you’ll need to know. What Is VulkanRT (Vulkan Runtime Libraries) and Is It Safe? While it may sound like something out of Star Trek, the VulkanRT (or Vulkan Runtime Libraries) are a low-level API that bridges the gap between games software and graphics hardware needed to run certain 3D games and intensive 3D applications effectively on your PC or Mac....

Most options are open source, but all of them are free. None include any form of adware, so you can download these tools for free without feeling like you’re downgrading in any way. Before we get into our suggestions, let’s take a look at why you may want to download third-party apps on Windows 10 in the first place. Why You Should Use Third-Party Apps On Windows 10 There are many reasons why you should use third-party apps....

Some people even fake their location just so they can cover up things that they’re up to or protect their privacy. However, the most useful purpose of live location sharing is protecting your personal security. There are many situations where letting people know your location will help you stay safe and others informed of your immediate surroundings. 1. Walking in Public at Night Your odds of being victimized while walking in public at night aren’t extremely high, but they may be higher than you expect....

You probably have the Google Calendar app on your mobile device, but what about your desktop? You should be able to easily open Google Calendar while working on your computer. To help you get access to Google Calendar more quickly on your desktop, here are five handy ways to do it. Get Google Calendar on Windows If you’re a Windows user, here are two very simple ways to put Google Calendar on your desktop....

1. Check Zoom Server Status Zoom may not work on your device if there’s an issue with Zoom’s server. Before trying any troubleshooting fixes, check that Zoom’s servers are operational. Open your web browser and visit the Zoom Service Status website (status.zoom.us). If Zoom Meetings status doesn’t read “Operational,” the Zoom application may not work correctly on your PC or MacBook. Keep an eye on the server status page and try using the Zoom app when the server becomes operational again....

Whether you’re in an IT security career or pursuing one, learning the ropes in your specific field can help you become better at your job. Using Linux and its varying distros can further your understanding of the uses of ethical hacking and get ready for penetration testing. 9 Best Linux Distros For Hacking So what does Linux have to do with IT security? Some Linux distros provide various tools for assessing networking security and other similar tasks....

A search operator is a special character or special string of characters that you can include somewhere in your query to give the search engine more information on exactly what to do with your search term(s). Though Google has yet to explain why, they’ve been sneakily getting rid of some of their search operators over the last decade. The + (plus) operator is just one example, which disappeared in 2011....

It would give me an error saying Windows Media Player encountered a problem while downloading the playlist, whatever that means. However, for some reason, by default Windows 8 would try to open the video file in Windows Media Player every time. I had to manually keep right-clicking on the files and choosing Open With to use the Video app. In this article, I’ll quickly go over how you can change the default video player and photo viewer in Windows 8....

At least that’s what happened to me on one of my Windows 10 machines. I have installed Windows 10 on several computers and they all worked fine until I installed it on a Lenovo laptop. When I checked the the task manager, I saw that the Device Association Framework Provider Host (daHost.exe) process was taking up almost 90% of the CPU on the system! Normally, it should be at zero and using only a few MBs of RAM....

However, do you really need a VPN, especially if you’re only using your home internet connection? Before discussing if VPNs are useful for at-home use or otherwise, you should know that a VPN is not an ad or tracker blocker by itself. While some VPNs do come with a blocking tool, they can’t, by themselves, protect you from advertisers trying to collect your data. Do You Really Need a VPN When Using Public Wi-Fi?...

Now you get the more enhanced server version. Also, there is no XP Mode in Windows 10 with Hyper-V. XP Mode was a free copy of Windows XP SP3 that allowed you to run older apps seamlessly with Windows 7. That is no longer available in Windows 10 with Hyper-V. Up till now, Hyper-V was only available in Windows Server editions. Also, it is the exact same version that is included in the Windows Server edition, so you are getting a server virtualization product for free in Windows 10....

A few of the most common reasons for this include: Your Chromecast is not connected to the same WiFi network as the device you’re casting from.The power cable on your Chromecast isn’t working.The Chromecast isn’t plugged into the TV HDMI port properly.Firmware on your Chromecast is out of date.Your home Wi-Fi or internet connection isn’t working. Any of these issues will interfere with your ability to cast to your Chromecast....

In this article, we will cover how to fix the most common issues when Roblox is not working. Connection Problems The most common causes of connection problems with Roblox are: Inconsistent connection Low-bandwidth internet Firewall interference Roblox servers are down The game is empty or poorly coded You’ve been banned from the server or it’s a private server These issues may produce various error messages including most commonly “Could Not Connect” and “ID Failure 14”....

Unfortunately, the voice typing feature might face an occasional issue. This guide will help you with a few quick fixes for the most common voice typing problems in Google Docs so you can get back to work. 1. Use a Chromium-Based Browser The most common reason you can’t use voice typing is that the feature only works on Chromium-based browsers like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. You need to use the web version of Google Docs via a Chromium-based browser on a desktop or laptop computer running Windows or Mac to use voice typing on Google Docs....

SQL stands for Structured Query Language and is a computing language used for accessing and managing data stored in Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMSs) developed by Microsoft. In 1986, the language became a standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and, in only a year, also of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). In an SQL Server, you can store, organize, and retrieve data using SQL statements. SQL also has extensions which provide support for different functions within an SQL server....