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Block apps and games from accessing the internet, with Windows Defender Firewall
Most apps and games you install in Windows have, by default, unrestricted access to the internet. However, you can control their internet access through the Windows Firewall. With it, you can block access to the internet for specific apps and games, on all types of network connections, or on specific types of network connections. Here is how to use the firewall built into Windows, to block apps and games from accessing the internet, in just three steps:
Review ASUS VT229H: A monitor with touch and a frameless design
In this article, we are testing and reviewing a touch monitor called ASUS VT229H. The manufacturer says that it is a 21.5-inch monitor with a frameless design, 10-point multi-touch, a beautiful IPS panel, and wide viewing angles. We were curious whether it was a good product, so we started using it. Here is what we found out about ASUS VT229H, during our review:
ASUS VT229H Touch Monitor: Who is it good for?The ASUS VT229H is a good choice for people who:
Security for everyone - ESET Internet Security review
Some of the best security products for Windows are developed by ESET, and their most popular product for home users is ESET Internet Security. It is a security suite that includes all the protection modules needed by most computer users, such as antivirus, firewall and a web shield, plus a few other additional tools. We decided to test the product and check how good its protection is, and see if we can recommend ESET Internet Security to our readers. Read this review and see what we found:
Make Windows 10 start with the sound from Windows 7 or older versions
When you start Windows 10, it makes no startup sound. If you miss hearing the startup sound made by Windows 7, Windows XP or other older versions of Windows, you can configure Windows 10 so that it uses the startup sound you want. Let's enjoy a bit of nostalgia, play the Windows startup sounds that go back to Windows 95, and set Windows 10 to bring them back to life on today's computers:
Review TP-Link Deco M9 Plus: mesh WiFi that plays nice with your smart home!
TP-Link makes interesting mesh WiFi systems that provide a balance between price, performance, and features. This time we are testing their most expensive mesh WiFi system to date: TP-Link Deco M9 Plus. It has modern hardware, and it features integration with smart home devices like smart bulbs, smart plugs, sensors, thermostats, and so on, including those made by brands other than TP-Link. If this has aspect alone has stirred your attention, read this review and see what you get from TP-Link Deco M9 Plus:
How to set your Windows 10 location for apps, and why is it useful?
When you run an app in Windows 10, you may need a location for the app to run properly, or to produce relevant information for you. Windows 10 tries to find your device's location, but it may fail to get one. To cope with these situations, Windows 10 has introduced a Default location that directs the Windows apps and services when Windows can't detect a more exact location for your PC. Setting your default location is easy as pie, as you will see in this guide:
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How to create, configure and use a VPN connection on an iPhone (or iPad)
VPN connections are handy tools. We use them to get access to our company's network while traveling, to be anonymous on the internet, or to access blocked content on the internet. If you own an iPhone or an iPad and you want to set up and use a VPN on it, then you have come to the right place. In this article, we show you how to create, configure and connect to a VPN on any device with iOS:
How do I reset Windows 10 to its factory settings and wipe all data?
If you receive a computer with Windows 10 from someone else, and you want to start using it like it was new, making sure there are no leftovers, a Remove Everything type of reset is what you need. You may also want to reset your Windows 10 PC and wipe out all data on it when you want to sell it or give it to someone else. If you are sure that the data in your Windows 10 PC is no longer needed, here is how to reset Windows 10 to its factory settings:
Where are screenshots saved? Screenshot locations on Windows, Android, and iOS
Taking screenshots is a convenient way of saving and sharing information on your PC, your smartphone or your tablet. If a picture speaks a thousand words, then a screenshot is a good way to get a friend or a co-worker to see what you are seeing. But once you take the screenshot, where do you find it for later use? Let's find out how to locate your screenshots on Windows, Android, as well as iPhones and iPads:
NOTE: This tutorial helps you find the location of screenshots taken on Windows, Android, and iOS. If you do not know how to take screenshots, read:
How to see where you are logged into Facebook and log out
If you are suspicious about who has access to your Facebook account, it is a good idea to verify all the devices that are connected to it. You may have left your session open on another device, or someone might have hacked your account and is already logged in from a location you do not know. There is a simple way to check what devices are connected to your account and to remotely log out suspicious ones. Let's find out how to do this on your smartphone or on your computer:
Comparing gaming keyboards: What do you get for $39.99 vs. $199.99?
There are many gaming keyboards available, from lots of brands. On one side, you have lesser known brands that come with affordable options, like Trust and Redragon, and then you have brands that are famous for their premium gaming accessories, like ASUS, Corsair, Logitech, Razer, ROCCAT, or SteelSeries. To get a good overview of the market, we analyzed the specs of 27 keyboards, from the most important brands, with prices that start at $39.99 and go to $199.99. Here is what we have learned:
Which version of Google Chrome do I have? 7 ways to find out!
Google Chrome reigns supreme as the dominant web browser. You can use Google Chrome on your home computer, your work computer, or your mobile devices, and keeping it up to date is crucial for security and performance. Let's find out how to check the Google Chrome version that you have installed, in Windows, Android, or iOS (iPhone or iPad) to make sure that you use the latest version and not an older one: