However, in some versions of Windows, editing the hosts file directly isn’t allowed. In fact, you’ll get an error if you try to save the changes. Fortunately, there’s a simple tip you can use to edit the hosts file in Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista, or XP. What Does The Hosts File Do? The purpose of the hosts file was originally to be what DNS servers do now – map friendly domain names to unfriendly IP addresses....
We’ll show you several examples of how you can use the AVERAGE function to do this. These can accommodate most any data set and will help with your data analysis. What is Mean? Mean is a statistical term used to explain a set of numbers and has three forms. You can calculate the arithmetic mean, geometric mean, or harmonic mean. For this tutorial, we’ll explain how to calculate the arithmetic mean which is known in math as the average....
You may also need to provide your computer model number when seeking technical support or troubleshooting issues. We’ll show you how to find your computer model in Windows and using third-party tools. From the Settings Menu This is perhaps the easiest way to check the model of a Windows computer. In Windows 10 and 11, go to Settings > System > About and check your PC’s name for its model information....
This issue has simple and complex solutions—depending on the factors causing the error. We’ll show you different ways to fix this error on Windows 10 and 11 computers. Try Other Factory Reset Methods You can initiate a system reset through the Windows Settings menu, sign-in screen, or Windows Security. Our tutorial on factory resetting Windows outlines other ways to reset Windows to factory settings. Try the troubleshooting fixes below if the “Unable to reset your PC....
However, if a list within the PFN database is corrupted, you’ll likely encounter a complete system crash with an accompanying PFN_LIST_CORRUPT blue screen of death (BSOD) stop code. Outdated or faulty device drivers and conflicting system-related settings are typical reasons that trigger the PFN_LIST_CORRUPT BSOD. On a more serious note, disk-related errors and defective RAM (random access memory) can also corrupt PFN lists. Should you keep running into the PFN_LIST_CORRUPT BSOD repeatedly, you can fix it by working your way through the list of solutions below....
Windows 10 uses the Rundll32 process to execute 32-bit DLL (dynamic-link library) files. These files contain functions that are shared across multiple applications. However, conflicting software, improperly configured settings, or corrupted system files can cause Rundll32 to break down, hence the reason for the error. The “Rundll32 has stopped working” error has been plaguing Windows users for years, but there are several fixes that can help you get rid of it....
As great as this process is, it’s not uncommon for the DNS server to fail to establish a connection from time to time. Attempting to troubleshoot your web browser in this instance can often result in a ‘DNS server not responding’ error. Many factors could cause this particular error to show up on your screen. The most prominent of which is the possibility that the server itself is currently experiencing an outage....
You can use SSH as a tunnel for other traffic, too, such as a secure VNC connection over SSH. One way you can make your SSH connections even safer is to use SSH keys, which replaces potentially easy-to-crack passwords with a 617-digit encryption key. Here’s how to generate new SSH keys on Windows, Mac, and Linux computers. What Are SSH Keys? SSH keys allow you to create secure connections to remote servers or PCs without using a password using the Secure Shell protocol....
If you don’t have enough VRAM (Video RAM) the same thing happens. Your GPU is forced to swap data from RAM to the hard drive, bringing your GPU performance crashing down. The good news is that in some cases it’s possible to increase VRAM on your Windows 10 system, although it might not achieve exactly what you’d expect. Integrated vs. Dedicated GPUs Broadly-speaking, there are two types of GPU (graphics processing unit) to be found in a modern computer....
By default, IIS is not installed on XP so you will need to get your XP installer in order to install it. Pop it in your CD drive and then wait for the XP installer window to appear. Click Install optional Windows components: When the Windows Components Wizard appears, check the box next to Internet Information Services (IIS) and click Next: Wait until the files are copied then click Finish to install the IIS component....
You can use VirtualBox to install a Linux-based OS within Windows 10. While you could dual-boot a Linux OS alongside Windows, VirtualBox offers a much cleaner slate if you choose to abandon the Linux OS after a few days. How to Install Linux on Windows Using VirtualBox You can install any Linux OS using this method, but we’ll use Ubuntu for this tutorial since it’s the most popular. 1. Download the ISO for Ubuntu Start by downloading the ISO for Ubuntu....
You can use a keyboard shortcut, a desktop icon, or even the Windows taskbar to open the Windows built-in file manager app. Using a Keyboard Shortcut The quickest way to launch File Manager in Windows 11 is by using a keyboard shortcut. Like with other apps, there’s a key combination that you can press to quickly open File Manager no matter where you are on your PC. To do this, press the Windows + E at the same time....
Many times, it’s not easy to narrow down the source of the problem. For instance, Word loads elements like the Normal.dot template, registry data key, and other templates or add-ins in the Office startup folder. You can start Word or Excel in safe mode without such elements so you can narrow down what’s causing the problem. Safe mode is helpful when Word or Excel keeps crashing, or the files are corrupted and won’t open in normal mode....
But if you have privacy or other concerns, you can remove your Microsoft Account from Windows 11. The instructions in this tutorial show what you must do to switch to a local user account, including how to avoid signing into a Microsoft Account the next time you set up Windows 11 from scratch. Should You Remove Your Microsoft Account from Windows 11? Using a Microsoft Account with Windows 11 allows you to sync (or back up) your PC settings, download age-restricted games and movies from the Microsoft Store, upload photos and documents to OneDrive, and so on....
What exactly is process priority? Should you be making changes to it? And how do you actually set the process priority in Windows 10? This guide will answer all these questions. What Is Process Priority and Why Is It Important? Computers aren’t multitaskers. Not really. When your operating system is running multiple programs (or just background services) simultaneously, it is actually juggling among them. Even in multi-core processors, there are only so many threads that can be run at once, so rationing processor time becomes quite important....
Thankfully, it’s entirely possible to set up a Windows XP virtual machine for free. While the official methods require a Windows 7 PC, you can use Windows 10 and other operating systems, although this method requires a bit of a workaround. To get Windows XP running as a virtual machine, you’ll have to follow these instructions carefully. Downloading Windows XP and Extracting Installation Files To begin using your Windows XP virtual machine, you’ll need to use a PC running Windows 10, with virtualization enabled in the BIOS or UEFI settings....
And don’t say that you can click a photo with your smartphone. Pics of LED screens seldom look good or readable, as cameras aren’t really meant for photographing light sources directly. For screenshotting web pages, you can use the utilities built into the browser, but that doesn’t help you during general computer usage. No, you need a way to take a screenshot from within Windows 11. Thankfully, there are multiple methods of doing so....
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to troubleshoot your Nest thermostat immediately following an installation attempt or after it’s been working for a while and suddenly stopped. Note: The troubleshooting steps below should work for the standard Nest and the Nest Learning Thermostat, with only some slight differences. Troubleshooting a Nest Thermostat During Installation Several things can go wrong during installation. Don’t assume that there’s something wrong with your thermostat if it doesn’t immediately turn on or display a flashing red light....
In a similar fashion, I’m not paying for the same app on multiple instances of Windows 10. With the Windows Store and app purchases, you can purchase an app and install it on up to 10 Windows 10 PCs. I’m not a big fan of the 10 PC limit, but it’s better than nothing I guess. And I doubt most people will own more than 10 copies of Windows 10....
I set it up so that normal browsing and streaming would work fine, but if they started massive movie downloads or something crazy, then I would quickly figure it out since the bandwidth limit would quickly be exceeded. Luckily, my Netgear router has a built-in feature to restrict traffic and limit the bandwidth usage. To get started, log into your router via a web browser and the Netgear Smart Wizard web interface should appear:...
