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Tutorials, articles, news, or product reviews for users of Mac computers with macOS installed. If you are a Mac user, here’s what you can learn from us.

How to check your macOS version: All you need to know

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 11.23.2020
You might ask yourself, “What macOS do I have” or “What version of macOS am I running” Knowing what version of macOS you have can be useful in several situations It can come in handy when you’re trying to figure out if you’re running the latest version of Mac OS It might...

How to change the PowerPoint Slide Size: All you need to know

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 11.17.2020
It’s always a good idea to know how to change Slide Size in PowerPoint, as you might have to adapt your presentation to different devices Did you know that the default size of a PowerPoint slide depends on the version of the program you’re using That’s another reason why the...

3 ways to make a PDF smaller

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 07.31.2020
Adobe's PDF (Portable Document Format) files are used everywhere on the internet for sharing all kinds of documents PDF files are designed to include text formatting and pictures that are displayed the same way on any computer or device, regardless of its type, hardware, or...

How to record Skype calls on Windows, Android, iPhone, and Mac

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 05.08.2020
Are you wondering how to record your important Skype calls to review or use later With Skype's built-in recording ability, you can create podcasts, save precious moments with your loved ones, or make sure nobody misses what was discussed in the latest online meeting Your Skype...

How to record a Zoom meeting

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 05.06.2020
There are times when you might want to record your Zoom meetings, like when you're a teacher and want to save the online lessons you're having with your students Whatever your reasons, in this tutorial, we'll show you how to make Zoom meetings recordings If you want to learn how to...

3 ways to schedule a Zoom meeting

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 04.30.2020
Many people rely on using mobile platforms for working and communicating with coworkers, business partners, or loved ones Even if it has had its share of security flaws, Zoom proved to be one of the best online meeting services Are you using it for work, or maybe for keeping in...

How to make audio and video group Skype calls (Windows, Android, iPhone, Mac)

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 04.20.2020
Skype offers the option to make both audio and video group calls for free from multiple platforms You can catch up with your loved ones, even if they are far away, or take a business meeting without leaving your desk And you don't need additional software to be part of a Skype group...

What is Microsoft’s OneDrive? How is it used?

  • misc
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 04.16.2020
If you use a PC or a laptop with Windows 10, a Microsoft Surface tablet, or an Xbox One console, you have undoubtedly come across OneDrive, even if you don't use it The same is true if you are using Office 365 You might have seen OneDrive even on your Android smartphone Are you...

6 ways to join a Zoom meeting

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 04.09.2020
As more people are starting to work from their homes, online meetings are also becoming a necessity Fortunately, there are quite a few services that allow you to meet online with your work colleagues, business partners, and friends One of the best solutions is Zoom If you need to...

2 ways to host meetings on Zoom

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 04.02.2020
Zoom has become one of the most used online communication tools in the world, partly because its services and apps are of excellent quality and easy to use, partly because many people are working remotely from their homes these days If you're looking for a communication service that...

2 ways to create a Zoom Meetings account

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 03.31.2020
As the internet access expands and more online work tools emerge, people are starting to work remotely from their homes instead of going into the office As a consequence, there are many more of us who have come to rely on online meetings and internet audio and video calls on a daily...

How to remote access Windows 10 from Mac

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 03.27.2020
To remote access Windows 10 from Mac, you can use the Microsoft Remote Desktop 10 app With it, computers running Windows 10 Professional or Enterprise can be controlled remotely through the Remote Desktop protocol This allows a remote user using macOS to log in to the Windows 10...

How to use Hot Corners on a Mac: All you need to know

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 03.02.2020
While not popular, Hot Corners are, in our opinion, one of the greatest features of macOS With Hot Corners, you can assign a different action to each of the four corners of your Mac's display screen You can then move your cursor to these special areas, and your Mac performs the...

Trust GXT 256 Exxo review: For streaming and podcasting!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 02.28.2020
Trust GXT 256 Exxo is a new USB microphone that is designed for people that are into streaming, podcasting, voice-overs, and acoustic music It has quite an aggressive look and an RGB-like lighting system While we are not yet active on YouTube, we are playing with recording all kinds...

How to use Google Chrome’s media control options

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 01.22.2020
Knowing how to use Google Chrome's media control options comes in handy, as it allows you to manage the media content you have open in Chrome, from your current tab This is particularly useful for those of us with a short attention span, who jump from one video or song to the next It...

What is DNS over HTTPS or Secure DNS lookups? Enable it in Google Chrome!

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 12.30.2019
Did you hear about DNS over HTTPS Do you want to know what DoH is Why this new security standard that encrypts DNS requests is important, and why you should use it In this guide, we answer all these questions, and show you how to enable DNS over HTTPS in Google Chrome, which is the...