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To set up a simple dropdown list, select the cell where data will be entered, then click Data Validation (on the Data tab), select Data Validation, choose List (under Allow:), and then enter the list items (separated by commas) in the Source: field (see Figure 1). In this type of basic dropdown, the list of allowable entries is specified within the data validation itself; therefore, to make changes to the list, the user must open and edit the data validation....

In this article, we’ll explain where this myth came from and why you should avoid changing the “Limit Reservable Bandwidth” setting. What is the QoS Packet Scheduler? In Windows, there is a feature known as the QoS Packet Scheduler. It has existed since Windows XP and is there to prioritize certain traffic over your network. QoS stands for “Quality of Service”. Essentially, the QoS Packet Scheduler ensures that high-priority actions taken by your operating system (such as Windows Update) get a larger slice of the network bandwidth pie....

This article will show you how to discover the IP address of a Raspberry Pi that’s connected to your network. In some cases, your Pi’s IP address could be dynamic. That means it can change. If your Raspberry Pi’s IP address has changed, you need a way to find out its new IP. Since you may or may not have a display connected to your Pi, we’ll walk you through a few ways to find your Pi’s IP address with and without a display....

Unsecapp.exe is one of several Windows system processes that run in the background on your PC. It is a genuine system component, but with an unfamiliar name and purpose. You might be wondering what unsecapp.exe is, what it does, and whether it’s safe. Here’s everything you need to know. What Is Unsecapp.exe and Is It Safe? If you spot unsecapp.exe in your Windows Task Manager, don’t be alarmed. Unsecapp.exe stands for Universal Sink to Receive Callbacks from Applications, and relates to a process that’s listed in Windows as Sink to receive asynchronous callbacks for WMI client application....

Thankfully, there are many products on the market to safely clean electronics. There are also several methods of cleaning electronics using common household cleaners. Why bother cleaning games, televisions, and other devices? Regular cleaning ensures that your devices continue to work properly and extend their lifespan. 1. Use Cleaning Cloths The type of cloth you use to clean your electronics is important. Most cloths are too hard on your electronic surfaces....

In this article, we’ll describe what an audio interface is, why you need one, and 6 of the best entry-level to professional-grade audio interfaces. What Is an Audio Interface and Why Do You Need One? An audio interface connects your microphone and instruments to your PC and converts the analog signals into a digital audio format that your computer software can recognize and interact with. This is why they’re also referred to as “converters”....

So when your PC starts showing problems, it can be hard to pinpoint the actual cause. This makes manually fixing the issue difficult. Instead, you can use a good Windows 11/10 repair tool that automatically fixes your Windows installation. Which tools, you ask? Here is a list of the best free Windows 11/10 repair apps. 1. Windows Repair One of the few all-in-one Windows 11/10 repair tools out there, Windows Repair does exactly what it promises – repair Windows 11/10....

In this article, we’re going to focus on how to check memory usage on Linux because this is an important skill to have. Sometimes apps will start hogging all the system memory and you’ll need to know the troubleshooting steps you need to take to find the issue. So here are the best command-line tools to check memory usage on your Linux system. 1. The “top” Command The top command-line tool will give you a summary of all the running processes....

If Discord displays a “Messages Failed to Load” error, there are a few possible reasons why this might be happening. For example, server outages, internet slowdowns, cache corruption, etc., are plausible reasons. In this troubleshooting guide, you’ll learn how to fix the Discord error on iOS, Android, Mac, and Microsoft Windows. 1. Check the Discord Server Status The Discord app or website will fail to load messages due to server issues and glitches....

The startup folder, conveniently shown on the Start Menu, made it easy to see which programs would launch when Windows booted up. However, in Windows 7, the startup folder is a hidden system folder that is not located in the same place as the startup folders in Windows XP. This article shows you an easy way to add programs to the Windows 7 startup folder for both the current user and all users of the computer....

Fortunately, there’s a neat little trick that makes the process quite simple. Follow the steps below in order to extract images from a word document the easy way. Extract Images from Word Document Step 1. You’ll need some sort of file extraction software. In this guide, we’ll be using 7zip since it is free and widely available, but you can use whatever program you’re most comfortable with. Right-click the document you’d like to pull the images from and extract to a location of your choice....

This is one of those really technical errors and it’s unfortunately not easy to fix. However, it’s worth a shot before sending your computer back to HP or dishing out lots of money to the Geek Squad. There are a couple of steps you can take to try and fix this issue on HP laptops and notebooks. Note that there are only certain wireless cards that will work with your HP computer, so if you tried to install a third-party one, you’ll probably have to follow method 3 or get a different wireless card....

Some of the most common symptoms of a possible virus infection in computers include poor or slowed performance, a misbehaving PC, computer freezing or application crashes. However, these aren’t always necessarily caused by viruses, as it could be a result of other factors. There’s no one-size-fits-all cause that you can pinpoint and say it’s the work of a virus in your computer, until you actually scan it. Sometimes they cause problems, while other times they behave well but still work in the background....

What is SFTP and FTP? FTP provides a way of exchanging files over the network whereas SFTP allows for the secure access, transfer, and management of files across data stream. FTP is data is sent as a plain text while SFTP encrypts all data to being sent out. The primary difference between FTP and SFTP is security. FTP does not provide a secure channel to transfer files between multiple devices, while SFTP does....

So BIOS is a thing, but we never really see it because it’s located on the motherboard, which is the main circuit board inside your computer. What is BIOS and why do we need it? What Is BIOS? BIOS is an initialization of Basic Input/Output System and that’s why we just call it the BIOS. It is a program that is permanently stored on a chip in a computer. Programs that are permanently stored on a chip are referred to as firmware....

The same applies to your media files. If you have lots of home movies or you’re looking to burn copies of your own DVD collection, you might want to burn that disc with subtitles. You can burn a DVD disc on any platform, as long as you have a DVD drive capable of writing to DVDs, as well as a DVD-R or DVD-RW disc. Finding Subtitles For DVDs Before you can burn a DVD with subtitles, you’ll need to find a correct subtitle file to burn with the disc....

Typography and other banding elements create a good first impression, set the mood for your site’s visitors, and establish your brand’s identity. Studies have also found that fonts affect readers’ ability to learn, recall information, and memorize texts. If you just installed a WordPress theme or have some CSS and coding experience, we’ll show you several options you can use to change fonts in WordPress. How to Change Fonts in WordPress There are three main options available for you to change fonts in WordPress:...

In most cases, IP address allocation is determined by your local router, so to change your IP address on a Windows 10 PC, you’ll need to configure your network as a whole. Alternatively, you may want to set a static IP address, or change your public IP address for all your devices. To change your IP, here’s what you’ll need to do. Why Change Your IP Address On Windows? There are a couple of reasons why you might want to change your IP address....

However, with more users opting to purchase custom PCs that are relatively cheap, it’s now possible for pretty much a novice to overclock a CPU just by picking a different setting in the BIOS. I’ve previously written about the tools you can use to overclock your RAM, CPU, and GPU and a couple of tools you can use to benchmark your PC. When overclocking, you want to keep a close eye on the temperature of your CPU....

Imagine you want to convert a photo of an informational brochure into Word so you can edit the text. Or maybe you want to transform an image-only (i.e., scanned) PDF into an editable Word document. In either case, there are a few ways you can convert an image into text that you can edit in Word. You’ll find these methods easier than having to type all the text yourself! For each technique, we’ll assume you’re starting with a JPG file of a photo of something with text on it....