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If you use Zoom a lot for your virtual meetings, you’ve probably heard that question several times. Nothing is more frustrating than not being able to hear what the speaker or other participants are saying during a Zoom call. Worse still is if it’s your turn to speak and no one can hear you. There are several causes for Zoom audio issues, which range from software bugs and Zoom microphone issues to an outdated Zoom app and problems with your headphones or computer audio....

In this article, we’ll cover 10 of the best Windows hacks. From making your PC look precisely how you’d like it to increasing your productivity, this list has something for everyone. 1. Shake It Away You’ve just got yourself into another Wikipedia rabbit hole, and you have dozens of tabs and windows open. We’ve all been there. Here’s a great little tip that can save you a few seconds minimizing each tab....

This article will discuss some pro-Linux command tricks to save you time, frustration, and increase your productivity. Pause & Run Linux Terminal Commands In The Background Have you ever been halfway through typing text into a file, realize that you want to add another command into the terminal, but can’t because you have opened the text tile in the foreground mode? To get back to the Linux terminal command line without interrupting what you are doing, press CTRL+Z to pause the foreground application....

If you’re having this problem, here are 12 known fixes that might help. These fixes are listed in order, so start with number one and work your way through the list until one works! 1. Check the Volume Mixer Windows 10 sets volume differently for each program or application. Sometimes it will set the volume for a particular program lower. This is the most obvious fix. If it didn’t work for you, move on to some of the other likely issues....

So how can you create an easy-to-follow and clear demonstration to help your target market understand how to use your product, solve a problem, or make their life easier? Below are seven great tools for creating your own video tutorials. Screen Capture Software Screen capture software is a tool that will record your computer screen. Use it to create a video tutorial walk-through of how a product or process works....

Method 1: Use the subst DOS Command First, we will use an old DOS command, called subst, that allows you to assign a drive letter to any folder in Windows. For this example, we will assign a drive letter for the following folder: C:\Users\Lori Kaufman\Documents\My Work. Open the Start menu and enter “cmd.exe” (without the quotes) in the Search programs and files box. Click cmd.exe in the results to open the command prompt window....

You could choose to unplug the drive without closing the applications reading from it first, but this risks possible data corruption. You could use a data recovery tool to repair and recover the corrupted files, but there’s no guarantee that this will work. To ensure your external hard drive’s safety and integrity, it’s advisable to remove your drive only after closing any processes that are using it. Can’t Eject External Hard Drive on Windows 10?...

Of course, restarting did not help. When we checked if the Windows Update Service was running, we found that it was running. So now we were confused. In this situation, you can solve the problem by deleting all the currently downloaded updates and retrying. Sometimes an update gets corrupted and then Windows gets confused and thinks the service is no longer running. Delete Windows Updates The first thing to do is to stop the Windows Update service on your Windows 7 machine....

Work your way through the list of fixes and suggestions below, and you should be able to fix slow download speeds in Chrome. 1. Pause/Resume Download If you notice an unusually slow download in Chrome, pausing and resuming a download can sometimes prompt the browser into downloading it faster. To do that, press Ctrl + J to get to Chrome’s Downloads screen. Then, select Pause and wait for a few seconds before selecting Resume....

If you’re having this same issue, here are a couple of things you can do to troubleshoot problem with USB devices. Firstly, if you have more than one computer, you’ll want to determine whether the problem lies with your USB device or with the computer by attaching the USB device to a second computer. If it installs fine and works, then it’s a problem with your computer. If not, it could be something faulty with the USB device....

That’s where Signal comes in. Signal is a secure messaging app for Android, iPhone, and the desktop. Like most other messaging apps, Signal can be used for texting, voice, and video calls. However you’re using it, it’s encrypted from the moment it leaves your phone until it is decrypted on the recipient’s phone in their Signal app. You can still message people without the Signal app, but it won’t be encrypted....

The problem with this is that if something’s wrong with the name server, you’re not going to get access to the correct site. Even worse, if the name server has been hijacked, you might end up at a fake site! The good news is that you can manually specify the link between specific IP addresses and website addresses, simply by adding a local DNS lookup to your “hosts” file....

At the sign-up stage, Skype allows you to use your email address or your phone number. If you sign in with your phone number or email address instead of your Skype name, what you have is a Microsoft account, not a Skype name. You can sign in with your Skype name and password though, which is why you need to pick one that’s easy to remember and unique to you....

If you’re stuck in such a situation, probably because the WiFi connection keeps dropping, no device can connect, or the network disappears entirely, you don’t need to worry. There are several ways to fix these issues. One of the quickest ways is to connect your computer to a mobile hotspot like your smartphone, and share the internet connection. This way, your phone acts as a router by creating a hotspot, though you’ll be using your cellular data in the process....

In this article, you’ll learn the three ways you can connect your GoPro to your Windows computer, including using a micro USB cable, a microSD card, Bluetooth or the GoPro mobile app. As a bonus, you’ll also learn how to transfer GoPro videos directly to the internet using the mobile app. Note: Keep in mind that the steps in this article are for the latest GoPro 10 currently available on the market....

As long as you have the correct network setup, it’s an easy process to connect an Xbox to a PC. You’ll need both devices on the same network and, if you want to stream content, an ethernet connection is preferred. If you want to know how to connect your Xbox to a Windows PC, here’s what you’ll need to do. Connecting an Xbox to a Windows PC Using the Xbox App The Xbox Console Companion app gives you full control of your Xbox One console from your Windows PC....

An easier way to share a YouTube video using a different starting point is to create a YouTube timestamp link. A timestamp link skips the start of your video, allowing the audience to automatically view the video from another starting point. If you want to know how to create a YouTube timestamp link, here’s what you’ll need to do. How to Create a YouTube Timestamp Link on PC or Mac The easiest way to create a shareable YouTube timestamp link is to use the YouTube website directly....

On a Windows device, the touch screen function is usually enabled out of the box so that you can use your finger to navigate the laptop’s operating system. If the screen is cracked, you find the feature too distracting, or you just don’t use the touch-enabled display on your laptop, you can easily turn it off and continue with your work. In this guide, we’ll show you how to disable the touch screen in Windows 10....

Many businesses and websites make things easier for users to log in with a single sign-on (SSO), a feature that lets you use your email account login to sign up with other services. It’s a go-to for most, but what follows is a trail of seemingly unstoppable spam emails, often from shady sources. However, your email (and any other information you share while signing up) can sometimes be misused. As a result, you may see a lot more spam emails that clog your mailbox....

Luckily, Microsoft Word has a find and replace function that can do all the work for you. Here’s how you can use it to save time. What Is the Find and Replace Function? Find and replace lets you switch out basic text for other text. For example, you can use the function to change a particular word or phrase to another. You can also use it to find and replace grammatical or formatting errors, spelling mistakes, and special characters....