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While you can use other search engines for better privacy, Google and its services are a staple for most. Fortunately, you can delete your Google search history from your Google account in minutes. How to Clear Google Search History Completely The obvious way to clear your history is to clear browsing data from within a web browser like Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. However, note that clearing your Chrome browsing history doesn’t delete your search history....

This particular hacking method saw more relevance pre-2006, prior to Microsoft Vista requiring vendors to digitally sign all computer drivers. The Kernel Patch Protection (KPP) caused malware writers to change their attack methods and only recently as of 2018 with the Zacinlo ad fraud operation, did rootkits re-enter the spotlight. The rootkits pre-dating 2006 were all specifically operating system-based. The Zacinlo situation, a rootkit from the Detrahere malware family, gave us something even more dangerous in the form of a firmware-based rootkit....

Fortunately, you have several methods to potentially fix this DNS problem in your web browser. Here are all the ways you can use to troubleshoot it. Relaunch Google Chrome Relaunching your Chrome browser helps you fix various issues in the browser, including the “dns_probe_started” error. It’s easy to use this method, and there’s no harm in performing it. Make sure to save your unsaved work before you reopen the browser....

Sometimes, it happens that these arrow keys do not work in Excel. In some cases, they even take you to the next worksheet instead of moving to the next cell in the line. If you’re frustrated by this behavior, you’ll probably want to find out how to fix it. Fixing the arrow keys not working in Excel issue is actually easier than you think. In most cases, you’re just a single keystroke away from getting the keys to do what they should be doing....

On the error message, you should see a directive to reinstall the affected app. While that might resolve the problem, some less drastic troubleshooting steps are worth trying. For instance, a virus may delete the files from your device. We recommend running a virus scan using Windows Defender or your preferred antivirus software. Then, proceed to the troubleshooting steps below if your device is malware-free. Repair Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable The Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable contains data needed by Windows to efficiently install and run applications written in C++, i....

There are various reasons why it asks you to enter your password again and again. Maybe your profile has been configured in such a way that it needs to authenticate you every time you send an email. Or maybe your profile has gone corrupt and is causing the issue. Regardless, there are a few checks and fixes available to try and get rid of the error in Outlook on your computer....

The reason the above error appears is that your phone’s unable to validate the certificate. This happens when something’s wrong with that site’s certificate, your phone’s date and time settings are not correct, or you’re using an outdated web browser version. Regardless of the cause, you can follow a few procedures to get around the certificate error on your Android device. Refresh the Site in Your Web Browser When you first see the certificate error on your phone, simply refresh the site and see if the error goes away....

In this article, we’ll be focusing mostly on issues related to external monitors, but if you’re having issues with the native display on your laptop or Windows 10 tablet, check out our article on how to adjust the screen resolution in Windows 10. Lastly, if you’re trying to connect your Windows 10 to a HDTV, that’s a whole another story. Luckily, we have an article that will help you fix resolutions issues when using an HDTV as a monitor....

Alternatively, you can install Slack for Linux since ChromeOS supports Linux applications. This tutorial covers steps for installing and running Slack for Linux on Chromebooks. Set Up the Linux Development Environment If your Chromebook runs ChromeOS 69 or newer, you can install Slack through the Linux development environment. Go to Settings > About ChromeOS to update your Chromebook or check its ChromeOS version. Proceed to the next section if you already configured the Linux development environment....

If you’re new to APKs and you aren’t sure how to install Android apps with these APK files, our guide here will help you out. What Is An APK File? APK stands for Android Package Kit and it’s a file consisting of all resources and codes that the app needs to install. For example, if you download the APK for YouTube, the APK contains YouTube’s resources like banners, logos, and other content....

Thankfully, like Google Docs, Word can and will autosave your documents, even if you haven’t saved it yourself. Word will also try to help you recover changes to a file or recover corrupted documents. If you’re struggling, here are some of the steps you can follow to recover a Word document before you lose it entirely. Using Word’s Document Recovery Features If Word crashes without saving your document, don’t panic!...

While Skype is available on your device, it doesn’t mean it’s the best service you can use for video conferencing or voice calls. Plus, not all its users were happy with the changes that came after Microsoft acquired Skype in 2012. A number of users even started migrating to alternative services. If you find that Skype is taking up too much space on your computer, or you just can’t use it for some reason, you may want to get rid of it....

.NET Framework errors can also prevent your computer from installing Windows updates and from getting newer .NET Framework versions. Microsoft has a dedicated troubleshooting tool that diagnoses and repairs the .NET Framework installation. We’ll show you how to use this tool on your computer. Install the Microsoft .NET Framework Repair Tool Wait while the Microsoft .NET Framework Repair Tool scans your computer for installation issues. Keep the dialog box open and rerun the affected application or system process....

In addition to using the Screenshot feature on your desktop, you can take advantage of it in the Word mobile app on Android and iOS. Getting that perfect shot for your document couldn’t be simpler. Take a Screenshot of an Active Application One of the best features of the Microsoft Word Screenshot tool is that you can just click to capture a shot of an active application. The feature works the same on both Windows and macOS....

Thankfully, you can remove any printer you’re no longer using, except it doesn’t completely get erased from your device – the printer driver remains in your device’s inventory in case you need it again. If you’re sure you won’t need it, you can remove or uninstall old, obsolete or uninstalled printer drivers, and leftover driver packages or registry entries from your device. We’re going to walk you through five ways to completely uninstall printer drivers in Windows 10....

Windows XP Since Windows Messenger comes as part of the Windows XP operating system, it’s impossible to uninstall the program outright in the graphical user interface. It is possible, though, to remove and disable Messenger so that it doesn’t interfere with the use of your computer. The first step to removing Windows Messenger in Windows XP is to make sure your version of Windows is up to date. With Windows XP Service Pack 1 or later, removing Windows Messenger from the start menu is simple....

We also made a short video on our YouTube channel where we give some simple tips if you’re working from home, so be sure to check it out: The Best Work from Home Chairs Despite not strictly being a “gadget”, your office chair is one of the most important components of your work from home setup. It’s got a direct effect on your stamina, comfort and health. There’s a staggering number of choices out there, but these are the three we’d recommend at every major budget tier....

At first, I thought something had gone wrong with Windows and that I would have to perform a system repair or something like that. However because my external hard drive happened to be sitting in front of my DVD drive, I unplugged it so that I could put in the Windows DVD. When I did that, all of a sudden the PC booted up! I tested it again and realized that it was the external hard drive that was preventing Windows from loading properly....

But what are IPSW files? Is it safe to remove them from your computer? You’ll find the answers to everything you need to know below. What Are IPSW Files? An IPSW file (which stands for iPhone Software, iPad Software, or iPod Software) consists of both the system software and firmware for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod. If you’ve ever updated or restored an Apple device on your Mac or PC, it’s what provides iTunes or the Finder app with the data required for the procedure....

Try these simple solutions to fix this error message. How to Fix 503 Service Unavailable Error Code When you see a status code like 503 Service Unavailable, your first instinct may be to question what you did wrong – but remember that this message only appears in response to a server-side error. While your options are usually limited, you can still do a few things. Refresh the Page The error 503 Service Unavailable message typically indicates a temporary problem....