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2 ways to convert PNG, SVG, JPG files to ICO files in Windows

2 ways to convert PNG, SVG, JPG files to ICO files in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 25.02.2019
If you are a fan of desktop customization, you might want to make your folders and files look unique, by setting different icons instead of the defaults found in Windows. Although you can find a massive amount of free icons on the internet, you might...
Dual SIM: What is it? What does it mean? How does it work?

Dual SIM: What is it? What does it mean? How does it work?

  • misc
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 22.02.2019
Have you encountered Dual SIM smartphones in shops? Do you want to know what makes them useful and how the Dual SIM technology works? Maybe you already know that, but you still have questions like what makes Dual SIM Dual Standby different from Dual SIM...
How to configure the default viewing templates in File Explorer

How to configure the default viewing templates in File Explorer

  • tutorial
  • Daniel Parchisanu
  • 22.02.2019
One of the changes often performed in Windows is to customize the way File Explorer displays files. We show you how to make these changes once, and make sure they re-apply automatically for all the other folders that contain the same type of files. This...
5 best QR scanners for Android smartphones

5 best QR scanners for Android smartphones

  • misc
  • Daniel Parchisanu
  • 21.02.2019
QR codes are all around us: you can find them on flyers, posters, websites, applications, event ads, or restaurant menus. They are two-dimensional barcodes, usually consisting of black square dots on a white background which can be read by an imaging device. They are used...
What is the MAC address, and how is it used?

What is the MAC address, and how is it used?

  • misc
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 20.02.2019
MAC addresses are a vital part of networking. Much like IP addresses, MAC addresses can be a confusing concept for someone without a technical background. Nevertheless, in this article, we give you enough information about MAC addresses for you to understand what they are, why...
Clear recent files in Windows 10, and stop showing frequent folders

Clear recent files in Windows 10, and stop showing frequent folders

  • tutorial
  • Daniel Parchisanu
  • 19.02.2019
Windows 10 shows you the frequently accessed folders and recent files in the Quick access view when you open File Explorer. While this feature can be useful if you need quick access to your frequent resources, it might also be an annoyance if you are...
Reviewing Synology DiskStation DS418: Modular and well built!

Reviewing Synology DiskStation DS418: Modular and well built!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 19.02.2019
Synology is quite the brand name when it comes to NAS (Network Attached Storage) solutions. Recently, we received their DiskStation DS418 4-bay NAS for testing. It is a well-built device, with excellent modular software. By default, when you turn it on the first time, it...
Sony WH-1000XM3 review: Probably the best Bluetooth headphones!

Sony WH-1000XM3 review: Probably the best Bluetooth headphones!

  • review
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 18.02.2019
Sony WH-1000XM2 were excellent headphones, but they had a few flaws. Now Sony has launched the next generation: Sony WH-1000XM3. The new model promises to be better than its predecessor. It offers high-end noise canceling features and premium audio quality, while also being lighter, more...
Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security: What is it? How to open it?

Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security: What is it? How to open it?

  • tutorial
  • Daniel Parchisanu
  • 15.02.2019
The Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security is a tool which gives you detailed control over the rules that are applied by the Windows Defender Firewall. You can view all the rules that are used by the Windows Defender Firewall, change their properties, create new...
How to use Diagnostic Data Viewer to learn what is not working in Windows 10

How to use Diagnostic Data Viewer to learn what is not working in Windows 10

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 12.02.2019
Windows 10 has made the headlines with the fact that it sends all kinds of data to Microsoft. To alleviate suspicions of wrongdoing, and increase transparency, Microsoft released the Diagnostic Data Viewer app which anyone can use to see what data Windows 10 sends to...
How do I connect my iPhone to my computer with Windows 10?

How do I connect my iPhone to my computer with Windows 10?

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 08.02.2019
There are many reasons why you might want to connect your iPhone to your Windows 10 PC. Maybe you want to move some music from one device to the other, add some videos on your iPhone to watch while commuting or even create a manual...
What is a folder? Why do I need folders?

What is a folder? Why do I need folders?

  • misc
  • Daniel Parchisanu
  • 07.02.2019
The folder term that is present in all modern operating systems was used for the first time more than 60 years ago in a computing device. Initially, folders were called directories. But, once graphical user interfaces became the norm, the term was replaced with folders....
3 steps to install Google Play apps from a web browser

3 steps to install Google Play apps from a web browser

  • tutorial
  • Daniel Parchisanu
  • 01.02.2019
The easiest way to install an app on your Android smartphone or tablet is to open the Play Store, search for the app you want and tap Install. What if we told you there's another way of installing an app from the Google Play Store?...
2 ways to see which Windows 10 apps drain the most battery

2 ways to see which Windows 10 apps drain the most battery

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 30.01.2019
Most smartphones and tablets offer ways of finding out which apps drain their batteries. However, Windows devices did not have this feature in the past, and there was no easy way to discover which apps consumed the most power on our laptops or tablets. However,...