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There’s indeed a way to see all the posts that you’ve ever liked on Facebook. The site has something called Activity Log that logs each and every activity of yours on the site. One of the sections in the log is for all of your likes and reactions, and accessing it should let you find all your likes on the Facebook platform. Activity Log is accessible from both the web version and the mobile app of Facebook and so you can view all your Facebook likes regardless of what device you use....

Why Use IMAP in Gmail Instead Of POP? If you understand the detailed differences between IMAP and POP email protocols, you probably already have your answer. For the rest of us, here’s an abbreviated look at the two. IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) deals with email directly on the server hosting it. In the case of Gmail IMAP settings, that’s Google’s Gmail servers. POP (Post Office Protocol) downloads the email to reside on your device and you work with it locally....

In Windows 10, the option to sign in with a classic local Windows account, which was hidden behind the “Offline Account” option, is no longer there. You aren’t able to setup Windows 10 without a Microsoft account. Instead, you’re forced to sign in with a Microsoft account during the first-time setup process – after installing or while setting up your new computer with the operating system. Microsoft wants to create a seamless experience so that you have some of the same features across your devices....

As with most Windows 10 features, there are several ways to accomplish the same thing. The approach you choose depends on whether you prefer using your keyboard or your mouse. Let’s take a look at the ways you can split the screen in Windows 10, as well as third party apps that help you do it more gracefully. Also, check out our YouTube video from our network site where we walk you through the different options and you can watch it in action....

When we copy (Ctrl + C) the formula in the image above, and paste (Ctrl + V) it into another cell, you’ll notice that the cell references change from the B column to the D column, so the total is different. If you want to prevent Excel from changing the cell references when copying cells, you need to use absolute references. To create an absolute reference, insert a dollar sign ($) before both parts of the cell reference in the formula you want to freeze, as illustrated in the following image....

We have previously written about how to properly configure remote desktop on a Windows 7/8/10 computer and how to setup your router so you can remote into a local computer from outside your network. In Windows, Remote Desktop Connection saves your Remote Desktop credentials, by default. This can be a security hazard, especially if you share the computer you are using to log onto the remote computer. This post explains how to disable the setting that allows Windows to save your credentials....

However, if you must work with the option and you’d like it enabled, there are a few ways to do it. Basically, you can just go into the Settings app and enable an option and it’ll activate the option for you. You can enable the option for both default and custom themes but the steps are slightly different for each theme type. Fixing The Grayed Out Start, Taskbar, & Action Center Option With a Default Theme One of the quickest ways to fix the option and to make it modifiable is to enable the default theme that comes preloaded on your Windows computer....

Every version of Linux uses the same core. That is, the Linux “kernel”. But these Linux versions can differ in every other respect. That includes what they look like, what features are included and which software packages come preinstalled. The following are the top Linux distros we think most people should try. Ubuntu [Ubuntu Desktop] Possibly the best-known mainstream version of Linux, Ubuntu Linux is laser-focused on competing with Windows 10 and macOS as desktop operating systems....

One downside to GIFs is that the files can get very large. To help you cut down on the size of the GIF images you find or create, we’ve rounded up some of the best GIF compressor and optimizer tools. Online tools, Android apps, and desktop programs—our list includes a few of each. What’s Happening When a GIF Is Compressed or Optimized? Think of image compression like this. To compress an image, some detail must be removed from it, and—this is the important part—some details matter more than others....

If you’ve got a Windows computer with Windows 7 on it, you’ve got PowerShell. Also, if you have a computer with Windows 7 on it, please update it for security’s sake. But this article isn’t just for Windows people. The latest version of PowerShell is free and can be installed and used on Mac’s and Linux computers. That’s important because what you learn about PowerShell can be used on almost any computer now....

What Do VirtualBox and VMWare Do? VMWare and VirtualBox are machine virtualization solutions, also known as hypervisors. They let you run a full virtual computer with its own operating system in a virtualized machine on another computer. But why would you want to do that? For the desktop user, say you use Windows, but you’d also like to use Linux, macOS, or even iOS and Android. Yet you don’t have computers for all of them....

Filter Keys is one such feature Microsoft has designed to help people with physical issues control the keyboard repeat rate and ignore repeated keystrokes. This article explains what Filter Keys are and how you can turn them off. What Are Filter Keys? Filter Keys is an accessibility option in Windows 10 designed for people who find it hard to hold down multiple keys at a time. The feature adjusts the keyboard response and ignores repeated keystrokes caused by inaccurate or slow finger movements....

You shouldn’t test a web site without trying Google Chrome’s DevTools kit first. Chrome developer mode allows you to try out and thoroughly test a new site (or an existing one) to find and fix bugs. It can also give you insight into how other sites are run, including viewing the source code. Here’s everything you need to know about the Google Chrome browser developer mode, what tools it has, and how to use it effectively....

Most of us have come to rely on the internet for many things because of its many uses. Thus, anything that hinders access to the web and other online services would render things like file sharing, shopping, streaming media and others almost impossible to do. With mesh messaging though, it’s possible to communicate with others without a persistent managed network and stay connected to each other. In this article, we’ll be helping you get a grasp of what mesh messaging is, how it’s being used today and explain how it works....

Unlike PowerPoint, there’s not much of a learning curve to Sway. Think of Microsoft Sway as PowerPoint for people who don’t want to learn PowerPoint. In fact, Sway doesn’t even want you to call them “presentations.” You’ll be creating “Sways.” Is Microsoft Sway Free? Microsoft Sway is a web app that’s free for anyone with a Microsoft account. Go to Sway on your browser and login with your Microsoft account....

You can use Microsoft Teams for free, although larger teams can pay per user with Microsoft 365 Business to get access to Teams alongside all Office 365 apps. What Is Microsoft Teams & What Features Does It Have? At the heart of it, Microsoft Teams allows you to work effectively online with others alongside Microsoft Office or any other integrated apps. You can also take advantage of various features like team meetings, private calls, and more that we’ll explain in more detail below....

One fairly simple-to-understand process is SearchUI.exe. As the name suggests, SearchUI.exe (or SearchApp.exe) is a component of Windows 10’s search features—in particular, the search tool that was originally part of the Cortana personal assistant. Here’s everything you need to know about it. What Is SearchUI.exe (or SearchApp.exe) and Should You Disable It? SearchUI.exe is the process that allows the search bar on your taskbar to work. SearchUI.exe was previously combined with Cortana, the Windows 10 personal assistant, but was removed from Cortana in the Windows 19 19H1 update in April 2019 and renamed SearchApp....

But what is sideloading? There are some important things you need to know before you do it, however, as there are potential security risks involved, and in some cases, it can void your device’s warranty. What Is Sideloading And How Does It Work? For most of our devices, we get files and software by downloading them from the internet. Usually, this is through software provided by our device’s manufacturer. For computers, this will be the browser or software store....

What do you do if your programs aren’t automatically opening anymore? How do you fix when the Windows 10 Startup folder is not working? What Is The Startup Folder? The Windows Startup folder is a directory in which shortcuts to programs you want to automatically open are stored. Windows checks this folder every time it starts and runs whatever programs have shortcuts in there. There’s a Startup folder for each user on the computer, and a system Startup folder that will apply to all users....

The good news is that there are a number of excellent anonymous and private email providers. Many of them are also temporary mailboxes, which means you can’t use them as your primary email. However, when you need to get the word out without also giving away your identity or getting your message intercepted, you should look no further than one of these fine privacy-focused tools. Guerilla Mail Guerilla Mail isn’t the most attractive web tool out there, but it is one of the quickest ways to send and receive mail anonymously....