If this is your first time using Excel, we recommend you take five minutes to peruse this Microsoft Excel beginner’s tutorial. You’ll learn how essential functions work, navigation shortcuts, creating workbooks, formatting data, and everything there is to know about using the spreadsheet program as a beginner. When you’re done with that, proceed to the next section to learn how to calculate Z score in Excel. But first, let’s briefly explain Z-Score, its uses, why you might need to calculate one, and how to get it done....

However, most people don’t realize the magnitude of the problems that come with a router that has been hacked. Manufacturers are also mass-producing different devices and don’t bother to update them, which leaves them open to attack. In fact, cybercriminals take advantage of this to attack many routers. The most recent example of router malware attacks is the VPNFilter threat. Following the massive malware attack that compromised thousands of WiFi routers and networked devices worldwide, the FBI issued an urgent request to home and small office owners to reboot their routers in a bid to disrupt a massive malware attack....

But while support for the WEBP format has grown since Google introduced it back in 2010, they aren’t the most compatible (especially with legacy image editing applications). So below, you’ll find several methods to convert WEBP images to the widely compatible JPG and PNG formats. You’ll also learn about the best way to save animated WEBP images in GIF format. Use Browser Extensions to Convert WEBP Images If you come across a WEBP image while browsing websites in the desktop versions of Chrome or Firefox, you can choose to save it to your PC or Mac in JPG and PNG with the help of a browser extension....

We’ve talked before about how to use Windows without a password, but that isn’t what passwordless logins are about. Rather than using a password, Windows passwordless logins let you sign in using alternate security methods. To use the feature, you’ll need to make sure you have Windows 10 version 1903 installed. Creating a Passwordless Login On Windows 10 If you have Windows 10 version 1903 installed, you can create a passwordless user account using your cell phone number....

In most cases, the error is easy to fix and doesn’t require any major troubleshooting. A reboot can resolve the issue, but if it doesn’t, there are other fixes you can try. Below, we discuss the most common ways to address this error. Use DISM DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) is a built-in command-line utility on Windows used to service system images. It’s a powerful tool for solving a broad range of issues....

Memory Is Not Disk Space In this case “Memory” does not refer to hard drive space. It refers to RAM (Random Access Memory). That’s the fast working memory of your computer and exists as physical microchips, separate from the hard drives that permanently store your operating system, apps and data. This means that to fix this issue, you need to free up your computer’s working memory. However, it’s also doesn’t hurt to free up some disk space too if you’re running low....

Another major cause, however, are missing or corrupted software libraries that allow programs to run on Windows. A “vcruntime140.dll is missing” error, for instance, points to a missing or corrupted Microsoft Visual C++ runtime installation. If you want to fix this issue, here’s what you’ll need to do. Repairing or Removing a Microsoft Visual C++ Installation The vcruntime140.dll file is part of the Microsoft Visual C++ software runtime library. Provided by Microsoft, this library is used as part of the process of compiling software (created in C++ using Visual Studio) to run on Windows PCs....

It’s common knowledge that water and electronics do not mix well. In many cases, water can completely fry electronic equipment and stop it from working entirely. Thankfully, for keyboards, it’s very possible to fix them by removing the moisture. It’s also possible, although more difficult, to repair a laptop keyboard after it has been water damaged. How to Fix a Water Damaged Keyboard for Desktop PCs Fixing a water damaged keyboard is usually quite easy so long as you take the necessary steps and you are cautious during the repair....

It’s possible to fix the “Driver Overran Stack Buffer” BSOD by following the instructions below. If Windows crashes before you can boot into the desktop, you can try running them in Safe Mode. Update the Problematic Driver The quickest way to fix the “Driver Overran Stack Buffer” BSOD is to update the problem-inducing device driver. Since Windows uses multiple drivers, your best bet is to analyze the memory dump files using WinDbg or NirSoft BlueScreenView....

It’s entirely possible to try the Chromebook experience as a virtual machine in VMWare. Technically, you’ll need to use Chromium OS, the open-source alternative to Chrome OS. It lacks a few features, but it’s otherwise identical and should give you a flavor of the Chromebook experience. What Is Chromium OS? Open-source fans may already know that the Google Chrome browser is based upon a project called Chromium. While the code for Chrome itself isn’t shared, large parts of it are based on Chromium, allowing Google to “lock down” other, Chrome-only sections of code....

You can do this using Windows’ built-in network resetting tool, found in the Windows Settings menu. This will reset your network devices, as well as other important components required for network connectivity, such as your TCP/IP stack. You can also change or reset network settings using the Windows PowerShell. Troubleshooting Windows 10 Networking Issues Before you reset network settings for your WiFi or wired ethernet devices, you may find that using the built-in Windows Troubleshooter can resolve common networking issues instead....

Why Use IMAP in Gmail Instead Of POP? If you understand the detailed differences between IMAP and POP email protocols, you probably already have your answer. For the rest of us, here’s an abbreviated look at the two. IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) deals with email directly on the server hosting it. In the case of Gmail IMAP settings, that’s Google’s Gmail servers. POP (Post Office Protocol) downloads the email to reside on your device and you work with it locally....

We will offer tips on how to remove passwords completely, or just get rid of them from one computer, whilst still having them available across other devices when using your Google account. Hopefully, the guide below should be easy for you to follow along with and you should have the problem solved within minutes. How to Remove Autofill Passwords, but Only From One Device If you would like to turn off or remove your autofill passwords from one device, you must turn off sync and then delete your cache so that your passwords aren’t saved on that device anymore....

In this article, we’ll explain how to stream Disney Plus on Discord. What You Need to Stream Disney Plus on Discord While streaming Disney Plus using Discord is easy, there are a few things you need beforehand. First, you need an internet connection that’s fast enough to handle streaming Disney Plus via Discord. Secondly, you need a Disney Plus account with an active subscription. Finally, you need the Discord app, a Discord account, and access to a Discord server....

Converting an old Word document to a newer version only takes a few clicks as long as the Word software is installed on your computer. When the file is converted, you’ll see it has a new extension that only newer Word files use. Upgrade Word Documents Using The Word Software If you have the Microsoft Office suite installed on your computer, you likely have Word installed as well. You can use this software without requiring any add-ons to upgrade your Word documents....

Windows XP Since Windows Messenger comes as part of the Windows XP operating system, it’s impossible to uninstall the program outright in the graphical user interface. It is possible, though, to remove and disable Messenger so that it doesn’t interfere with the use of your computer. The first step to removing Windows Messenger in Windows XP is to make sure your version of Windows is up to date. With Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later, removing Windows Messenger from the start menu is simple....

If you’re in the market for a desktop computer, you have one major decision to make. Should you buy a prebuilt PC or build your own? It’s a tough choice, but these ten considerations can help you decide what’s right for you. 1. Building a PC: A Moderate Challenge Can a non-technical person build their own system? The answer is a resounding yes! Modern computer components are fairly foolproof. All you need to do is watch a few good PC building videos on YouTube and you’ll know everything you need to put one together safely....

The reason? Microsoft Teams offers apps and add-ons that add more functionality, make teamwork a breeze, and enhance the overall user experience. Teams’ ability to integrate with other Microsoft apps like Outlook, Word, and SharePoint also makes it quite popular. In this guide, we give you a rundown of the 11 best Microsoft Teams apps and integrations to make Microsoft Teams a lot more powerful. 1. Trello Pros: Simplified task management Easy collaboration...

There is a large selection of 4k laptops, and they’re all considered premium. The prices are higher than what you’re probably used to, but this guide will help you decide which laptop is worth investing in for your needs. Also, if you need touchscreen functionality, check out our best Windows touchscreen laptops. What to Look For When Buying a 4K Laptop Unlike a desktop PC, laptops have fixed screens that vary significantly in quality from model to model....

User Account Control approval happens on a per-application basis. If you have an application that you know and trust and use often, and it requires administrator privileges, you may want to download a free tool we found, called UAC Trust Shortcut, that allows you to turn off User Account Control for a specific application. Download UAC Trust Shortcut from http://www.itknowledge24.com/. NOTE: There are two files in the UAC Trust Shortcut ....