In some cases, you may see Windows Explorer using high CPU resources. Sometimes this can be up to 30% or more of your processing power, even if you have a modern processor. Thankfully, there are fixes to this problem, but you will need to try each step out for yourself. We will list each step from how likely it is to fix your Windows Explorer high CPU problem, based on user reports online....

How to Share the Outlook Calendar Using a Windows Application Calendar sharing will be very easy if you use Microsoft Outlook for Windows. Follow these steps: Open Outlook on your Windows PC. Find the Calendar icon in the lower left corner. In the Home tab select Share Calendar on the top right side of the toolbar. Outlook will present you with a list of shareable calendars. Remember that not all calendars you configure in Outlook can be shared....

Here we’ll walk you through how to show edits in Word and accept, reject, and hide those edits. This has you covered throughout the change tracking process. Turn on Track Changes To keep track of all edits in a document, you can turn on the Track Changes feature for everyone or even just for yourself. This is a helpful way to make sure no change goes in unnoticed. Once the feature is enabled, you can lock it to prevent anyone else from turning it off....

The first method to update Windows that we’ll look at involves third-party programs. Although they’re not created by Microsoft, they still provide all the correct updates directly from the company, so there’s no worry that they won’t work or that they’re malicious. These Windows Update tools are programs you open on your computer that scan for any missing updates and then provide a super easy way to install them. Another way to install Windows updates without the official Windows Update tool or a third-party one, is by searching through Microsoft’s site....

Your PlayStation can fail to log you into the PlayStation Network for several reasons. For example, that could be due to a server outage or an incorrectly configured network setup. If you see a “Network sign-in failed” error on your PS5 or PS4, work through the fixes that follow, and you should be able to resolve it. 1. Check PlayStation Server Status To check if the “Network sign-in failed” error on your PS5/PS4 is due to issues with the PSN servers, visit the Playstation Network’s Service Status page and pick your region....

There is a version of this add-in for Excel that installs and works the same way as the version for Word. This post shows you how to install and use the version for Word, but the steps can be applied to the version for Excel. Both versions were tested in Microsoft Word for Windows, versions 2000, 2002(XP), 2003, 2007, and 2010. Download Popup SpellNumber for Word from http://cpap.com.br/orlando/WordSpellNumberMore.asp?IdC=OMKtPlc. Download Popup SpellNumber for Excel from http://cpap....

Many modern PCs feature a webcam or microphone and other recording hardware, but don’t have screen recording software. In Windows 10 though, you’ll find a built-in screen recording tool, which doesn’t always come standard with other computers. Thankfully, there are alternative free and paid third-party apps that offer more and advanced features, and can do a better job at it. Benefits Of a Windows 10 Screen Recorder A Windows 10 screen recorder comes in handy when you want to demonstrate how something is done, for instance in creating a how-to video guide or tutorial....

If you want quality audio and expect to be blown away, then a headphone amp might be just what you need. What Is a Headphone Amp? In essence any audio amplifier is a device that takes a signal which has relatively low strength and reproduces it at a higher power level. We perceive that higher power level as more loudness. However, not all amplifiers are equal. A good amplifier does more than simply make your music louder....

What Is COM Surrogate (dllhost.exe)? COM is short for Component Object Model. This is something Microsoft introduced in the early 90s to make it easy for programmers to extend the functionality of existing software. In other words, it’s somewhat like a plugin system that lets you add new functions to existing programs such as Windows Explorer. This is great for dynamically improving what a program can do, but there’s a downside....

The feature, which is also known as executable space protection, comprises a set of hardware and software technologies that carry out extra system memory checks to stop malicious code from running. Whenever a harmful program tries to execute code in specific system memory locations reserved for authorized programs and Windows, DEP marks them as non-executable and throws an error. All this happens so as to prevent any damage to your computer from viruses and other security threats....

As helpful as they are, keyboard shortcuts can also be daunting to memorize and use at first, but once you get the hang of it, they’ll enhance your Windows 10 experience. In this definitive guide, we’re going to show you the commonly used and new Windows 10 keyboard shortcuts for easier navigation and better productivity. Windows 10 Keyboard Shortcuts Clipboard Shortcut KeysApp Keyboard ShortcutsSystem HotkeysFunction KeysMoving CursorArrow Key ShortcutsTabs And WindowsFile Explorer ShortcutsDialog Box ShortcutsCortana Keyboard ShortcutsGame Bar ShortcutsGroove Music ShortcutsSnip & Sketch ShortcutsWindows Logo Key Shortcuts (Commonly Used)TV and Movies Shortcuts...

There’s a long list of Windows 10 services that most users don’t need. So you can safely disable these unnecessary Windows 10 services and satisfy your craving for pure speed. Some Common Sense Advice First Windows services all have specific jobs. Some of these jobs are critical for your computer to work properly. If you disable a Windows service that’s needed for the normal operation of your computer, you can get locked out of your machine or may have to undo what you’ve done....

For example, let’s say you’re a programmer or web developer and you want to be able to search your code files like .aspx, .html, .java, .php, etc. With Windows 7, you can configure the search indexer to not only index any file you want, but also to index the file contents. By default, the Search Indexer in Windows 7/8/10 indexes the most common locations where your files would be stored, i....

Here, we will look at the features, pros, and limitations of 10 best screen recorders for Linux, and how to get the most out of your software. SimpleScreenRecorder SimpleScreenRecorder is a free Linux screencast application used to record your favourite PS4 games, your screen, and programs. A developer created the software to make it simple to use with a straightforward user interface. Features Faster than many other programs such as ffmpeg/avconv and VLC....

Note that your current software may not have a version compatible with these alternative operating systems. You may have to look for alternative software to use compatibility layers. Check out the “try before you buy” section at the end of this article for some tips on making the transition easier. 1. Ubuntu Linux Ubuntu Linux is a well-known desktop Linux distribution available, with its core focus on being a Windows alternative for most users....

Restart Your Fire Stick One highly effective method to fix many issues with your Fire Stick is to reboot your stick. This cleans up the temporary files stored on its storage and helps you start afresh. Fix Screen Mirroring Issues On The Fire Stick If you’re having issues mirroring the screen of your devices to the Fire Stick, you must make sure your devices are compatible with the feature. The Fire Stick doesn’t support the following devices for screen mirroring....

Unlike many Windows update error codes, fixing error code 0x80070003 usually means resolving an issue on your local PC. Once you remove the underlying problem, updates should work as expected. The Main Causes of Error Code 0x80070003 If you see this error when attempting a Windows Update, there are four main reasons: Corrupt system files could be the issue since the update tool relies on system files to work correctly....

In this tutorial, you’ll learn about various methods that you can use to prevent Microsoft’s popular cloud-storage service from syncing files and folders on PC. They apply to both the Windows 11 and Windows 10 versions of OneDrive. 1. Pause All OneDrive Activity You can pause OneDrive temporarily—even if it’s actively syncing stuff—whenever you want in Windows 11 and Windows 10. That’s quite useful if you want to free up bandwidth on a slower internet connection....

We’ll list some of the best VPN providers’ apps that work on devices running the Chrome operating system (Chrome OS). In addition, we’ll show you different ways to set up VPN apps and connections on Chromebooks. 1. Proton VPN Proton VPN has unique privacy and security-focused features that extend its functionalities beyond masking your device’s IP address. The app uses a native “Secure Core” technology to protect your connection against network-based cyberattacks....

In this article, we’re going to check the best free hard drive testing programs. However, before you start using any third-party software, it would be a good idea to use Microsoft’s chkdsk tool. It’s reliable enough for most hard drive problems and every Windows system has it installed by default. 1. Western Digital Dashboard Western Digital Dashboard replaced the deprecated Data Lifeguard Diagnostic tool. It has a much more modern look and it’s very user-friendly....