If you keep receiving an error claiming that the Windows Update service (or a related service) is not running on your computer, the list of fixes that follow should help you get it functioning normally again. Run Windows Update Troubleshooter Windows 10 includes a built-in troubleshooter that can automatically diagnose and resolve issues with Windows Update. You must run it first before digging into the rest of the fixes....

Your Internet router is the link between the devices you use and the outside world. It is also in a position to be exploited by hackers. Don’t think that your home system is safe or too small for the bad guys to target. In April 2018, the US Department of Homeland Security warned that Russian hackers were attacking ISPs, home routers, and firewalls. Setting up a secure home network is a necessity to protect your identity and data....

If you have access to Stream, then you can easily create screen recordings. We’ll walk you through all the steps for creating, managing, and sharing a screen recording with Stream. How to Record Your Screen with Microsoft Stream While there are many options when it comes to screen recording software, if you have Microsoft Stream, you don’t need to download any extra programs. Just follow these steps. If you select the More icon, you’ll see more options including links to Update video details, Trim video, Replace video, Delete, and Download video....

In this article, we’ll cover how you can remove backgrounds, unwanted objects, and more in Photoshop. 3 Ways to Remove Backgrounds in Photoshop Depending on the complexity of your subject, background removal with Photoshop is relatively easy. In this section, we’ll describe various tools you can use to mask and isolate your subjects in Photoshop. 1. The Remove Background Tool The easiest way to remove a background is by using Photoshop’s built-in removal tool....

Microsoft Edge isn’t for everyone, however. If you’re happy using Chrome or Firefox, you probably aren’t in a rush yet to switch to another Microsoft browser. You can bypass Edge pretty easily if you don’t use it, but if you want to know how to remove Microsoft Edge from Windows 10 completely, you’ll need to follow these steps. Is It Possible To Remove Microsoft Edge From Windows 10? The answer is: it depends....

These drivers are subject to occasional bug fixes and feature upgrades that can improve the overall stability of your Windows PC. Unfortunately, like any man-made code, driver updates can be as problematic as the drivers they replace. You’ll need to know how to roll back a driver in Windows 10 if an update causes you issues. Why Should You Roll Back a Driver in Windows 10? New driver updates are quite common, especially for devices like graphics cards....

But more often, a slow computer is caused by bloatware. This means many unnecessary applications start up automatically every time you boot up your computer, taking up system resources and slowing things down. Thankfully, there is a way to easily remove these startup programs from your PC. Autoruns is a Windows utility that allows you to view and configure all automatically running processes from an easy-to-use GUI interface. The following is a short guide on how to use Autoruns to disable startup programs on your computer....

And while Microsoft intended to phase out the tool for a time, it has now switched tracks and instead merged it with the Snip & Sketch tool. The resulting app has a cleaner UI and is packed with more capabilities than ever before, becoming the best way for taking snapshots of your screen. What Happened to Snip & Sketch? When Windows 10 rolled in, Microsoft announced a new replacement for the Snipping Tool: Snip & Sketch....

Laptop Shuts Off Randomly? Note the Context Does the computer shut down randomly or only when you do specific things? If it shuts down under heavy use only, that may point to heat issues or overclocking problems. If it only happens when particular applications are open, it may be a software issue. If the computer shuts off with a blue screen of death, that’s different from the power being cut out without warning....

Mobile app revenue by itself will generate an astounding $935 billion by 2023. That’s a lot of money to go around, but there aren’t enough people to share it. To give you some perspective, there were only 50,000 Computer Science grads in 2017 and 500,000 open computing positions in the U.S. alone. Do you want in on this quick-paced (high-paying) industry? Then you’ll find the following apps and sites helpful in learning how to code like a pro....

In this Excel tutorial, you’ll learn what is the difference between a worksheet and a workbook. You will also learn how to manipulate worksheets and move them from one workbook to another. Also, if you want to become a power user, make sure to check out our 40 best Excel keyboard shortcuts and macros to speed up your workflow. What’s the Difference Between Worksheets and Workbooks? Imagine a workbook as a regular paper book; it’s a collection of pages....

There is still a time and place for terminal commands in a Windows OS, though. You can only set up things like batch commands or automated tasks using a command-line shell. So, which command-line tool is better, Command Prompt or Powershell? Is there any reason to use both? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? Here is a complete overview. Windows Command Prompt—MS-DOS For Modern Systems In the dark ages of black terminals and typed commands, Microsoft became popular through its MS-DOS operating system....

Why Prevent Users from Changing the Screen Saver? Years ago when everyone was using large TV-type CRT monitors, screen burn-in was a real problem that cost companies billions in replacement and repair fees. Today’s LCD and LED monitors are less affected by screen burn-in. Even so, many companies require that users of their PCs maintain a screen saver to save money and prevent replacement costs. Unfortunately, it is difficult to police all users when it comes to PC settings like screen savers....

For a long time the i9-9900K was considered the best gaming PC available – it was the top choice for gamers, streamers, and content creators without a limited budget. But then in July 2019, AMD shocked the world with their high spec, competitively priced Ryzen 9 3900X. Both CPUs are very similarly priced, and both offer the best each CPU manufacturer can possibly give to gamers in 2019. There’s a big rivalry here, so let’s take a look at how each perform in the world’s top video games....

Let’s have a closer look at Lucy, test its cleaning abilities, and see whether it’s a worthy smart home installment for your house. Trifo Lucy: First Impressions & Specs There are plenty of robot vacuums on the market right now. If you have never used one of these gadgets before, you might find it difficult to pick the best one for you, as most of them seem to offer all the same features....

Unfortunately, this doesn’t happen all the time. Instead, the printer will remain in offline status even though your printer is on and connected to your computer or to the network. There are quite a few reasons why Windows may not detect that the printer is online and I’ll do my best to cover as many solutions as possible. Step 1: Power Cycle Devices The first thing to do before you get deep into settings and tools is to simply try power cycling your printer and computer....

I certainly do understand the need for these programs and I use them myself, but Endpoint Protection is a resource hog of enormous proportions. On top of that, it’s almost nearly impossible to turn off or kill. Actually, I’ve tried to kill all the processes related to it and it still continues to run. The worst part about the program is its need to eat up all the processor power on your computer....

One of the most powerful tools available in VBA is the ability to load an entire range of data into a single variable called an array. By loading data in this way, you can manipulate or perform calculations on that range of data in a variety of ways. So what is a VBA array? In this article we’ll answer that question, and show you how to use one in your own VBA script....

In this post are the different solutions to the problem. These are easy and quick fixes that anyone can try out. Run a DISM Tool DISM is short for Deployment Image Servicing and Management. A DISM tool will help you deal with corruption errors that happen due to damaged system files. To run this tool, here’s what you need to do. First, press the Windows key and search for Command Prompt....

The biggest focus of the new Windows update is the user interface (UI). Learning from the debacle of Windows 8, Microsoft has worked on simplifying and streamlining the interface, making it easier to navigate than ever before. Nowhere is this new design philosophy more apparent than in the revamped Windows 11 File Explorer. One of the most used apps for any user, the default Windows file explorer has gone through a complete overhaul....