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From uninstalling the problematic update to manually installing the printer using a local port, we will review every method to get your network printer working again. Here are all the ways to fix the 0x0000011B error in Windows. Fix 1: Update Windows While it was a Windows Update that initially caused the issue, another update will likely fix it. Windows Updates are notorious for creating weird bugs and conflicts, but Microsoft is also quick to roll out a hotfix for any such problems....

Thankfully, there are a host of tools available to help streamline your social media posting. These tools respond to things like blog posts and other inputs so that you don’t have to manually create posts, as well as providing you with the ability to schedule multiple posts ahead of time. 1. Buffer Buffer is one of the most popular and commonly used apps to automate social media posting. It works with Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Pinterest, but many of its features are aimed at Instagram....

You probably don’t think about HDMI cables all that much. Your console or BluRay player probably came with one in the box or you’d just buy one from the local store, plug it in and never worry about it again. What many people may not know however is that you can use long HDMI cables over much longer distances than the roughly one-meter cables most people use. By extending your HDMI cables, you’ll open up all sorts of interesting possibilities you may never have considered....

As good as the Windows 10 operating system is, Windows computers still have the problem of running much more slowly over time. In this article, you’ll learn seven of the most effective ways to clear out old memory and boost available RAM in a Windows machine that’s suffering from performance issues. Also, if you want a quick run-down, check out our YouTube video from our sister site, Online Tech Tips....

In this article, we’re going to explore the best ultrawide monitors based on their size, panel type, refresh rate, and other variables. Continue reading and you’ll find something that fits your price range 1. LG 34WN750-B Price range: $450-550. The LG 34WN750-B offers the best value on the market. This 34-inch ultrawide monitor will give you the best price-performance ratio with its IPS panel, 1440p resolution, and HDR support. Despite being fairly budget-friendly for an ultrawide monitor, this LG has borderless bezels so you can enjoy a maximum viewing area....

Though more or less a standard browser, the Brave browser continues to gain popularity. It’s a free browser that allows users to browse, display online content, run web apps and, similar to current offerings, Brave will remember site authentication information. The Brave browser has been viewed as the next Google Chrome and appears to be the solution to challenges that are seen in regular browsers. In this article, we’re going to explore those claims and provide a general overview of what you can expect from this intriguing new browser....

Unfortunately, even the best Chromebooks can have charging problems. It’s not uncommon to have your Chromebook plugged in for charging, but the battery gets stuck to a certain percentage and won’t charge over it. Sometimes it can also happen that your Chromebook won’t charge at all. There are various reasons why this could happen. You can fix some of these malfunctions on your own, so here’s what you need to do to get your Chromebook up and running again....

Not quite. While system memory is an important component of computer performance, it is just that – a component. There are many other factors that impact computer speed, from the hard drive to even your operating system itself. Any of these can be a bottleneck holding back your computer, in which case a memory upgrade wouldn’t solve anything. But how exactly do these factors interplay with one other? When is it a good idea to get additional RAM?...

I ran into this error while trying to open web links from my email program. When I would click on the link, it would pop up with this error message and then proceed to open Internet Explorer with a blank page! Not really what I wanted! After playing around with the problem more, I realized I was getting this error message when opening other types of files from not only my email program, but also the web....

Work your way through the list of solutions below, and in most cases, you should be able to fix the error relatively quickly. Restart Your Computer If the Microsoft Store worked correctly just a moment ago, you’re likely dealing with a minor technical glitch. Restarting your computer should help eliminate it, so try that before diving into the remaining fixes. Reset Microsoft Store Cache The Microsoft Store speeds things up by creating temporary files and saving online content locally....

There are several advantages to starting each Windows 7 session with a cleared pagefile. Learn about virtual memory and how to force Windows 7 to clear your virtual memory pagefile whenever the operating system shuts down. What is Virtual Memory? The amount of memory you can put into your computer is finite. To make more efficient use of information that your computer must keep track of, Windows 7 uses a small portion of your hard drive to simulate more memory and make memory allocation more accessible by applications....

Before switching to Gmail completely, my personal email file was over 10 GB! Now that’s huge! It was basically 8 years worth of emails. Even though Outlook lets you organize your email into folders, etc., it really has no statistics about your email usage. Who is the person you have written the most emails to? Who is the person you have received the most emails from? Who has ended up sending you the most data via email?...

When setting up your Chromebook, you should get a prompt to configure Google Assistant. If you missed the prompt, or you chose to set up the virtual assistant later, we’ll show you how to easily get Google Assistant up and running on your Chromebook in no time. Set Up Google Assistant on Chromebook When configuring Google Assistant on any device, you want to make sure it’s done correctly. Otherwise, you may miss out on some personalized features that the virtual assistant offers....

Not being able to stream your favorite TV shows sucks, but the fixes below can remedy HBO Max issues. Note that you may need to try multiple solutions to fix the problem on your device. 1. Verify that HBO Max Is Available in Your Country HBO Max is available in select countries in the United States, Latin America, Europe, and the Caribbean. Check out the full list of countries where HBO Max is available to stream....

The same can’t be said for Windows users, however. Common Linux file systems like Ext4 aren’t supported. If you want to access Linux partitions in Windows, you’ll need to install some additional software to do the job. Choosing The Right Software for Linux Partitions There are several software options for Windows users looking to access their files on Linux. For many years, Ext2Fsd has been the go-to option, allowing you to read and write to your Linux file systems within Windows itself....

Telemarketers, phone scams, market surveys, and debt collectors all have two things in common. The first is that they are all annoying. The second is that they don’t use fingers to dial the phone. That takes too much time, and they’re in the business of volume. How much volume? In the U.S., over 4.7 billion robocalls in January 2020 alone. That’s an average of 14.4 calls for every person in the U....

An administrator account offers complete system control with privileges such as access to all files on the device. You can also modify other user accounts and change them to Standard or Administrator, install software and hardware, change security settings, and execute elevated tasks. However, if you got locked out of your computer, forgot your administrator password, or your admin rights were accidentally revoked, you can’t make any changes on the device....

In this article, we’ll show you how to change your Windows 11/10 gamma settings and improve your monitor’s color output. What Is Gamma? Your monitor’s gamma levels describe the luminance of each pixel at each level of brightness. The lower the gamma the brighter the shadows and vice versa. Lower gamma makes your screen look “flatter” and more washed out, while higher gamma results in higher contrast. The ideal gamma settings will be slightly different for every monitor, and some monitors have extra gamma modes which let you tweak your display further....

Depending on your Microsoft Teams account, you can delete conversations from your desktop, mobile, or the Teams web app to bring order to the chat list. You can also hide chats and delete or edit individual messages regardless of the account type. What Happens When You Delete a Chat or Message From Microsoft Teams If you have a personal or small business account with Microsoft Teams, you can delete one-on-one chats and group conversations from the Teams desktop, mobile, and web apps....

The short answer is maybe you can disable Microsoft Teams chat history with a workaround, and maybe you can delete your chat history too. Disable Chat History in Teams for Business All one-on-one chats in Microsoft 365 for business are retained in a hidden folder in your Outlook mailbox for eDiscovery, regulatory compliance, or training purposes. The default retention policy for Teams chat conversations is forever. However, you can change that by creating a new retention policy....