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With so many different programming languages to choose from it can be a bit of a chore trying to figure out which ones are worth investing your time in. The short answer would be all of them as each language has its own use in one form or another. But for those who don’t have limitless time, it would be wiser to stick to the more popular choices. New programming languages are popping up all the time but there are few tried and true which have withstood the test of obsolescence....

If you want quality audio and expect to be blown away, then a headphone amp might be just what you need. What Is a Headphone Amp? In essence any audio amplifier is a device that takes a signal which has relatively low strength and reproduces it at a higher power level. We perceive that higher power level as more loudness. However, not all amplifiers are equal. A good amplifier does more than simply make your music louder....

In this article, we’ll cover what DirectStorage is, how it works, and how you can use it on Windows 11. What Is Microsoft’s DirectStorage? DirectStorage is a feature included in the latest DirectX 12 iterations designed to make the gaming experience better by accessing the full capabilities of newer generation SSDs. DirectStorage was initially developed for the Xbox Series consoles but is now available on Windows 11 and 10. How Does DirectStorage Work?...

What Is the WinSxS folder? WinSxS (short for “Windows Side by Side”) is a folder (location: C:\Windows\WinSxS) where Windows stores files required for installing Windows and backups or versions of those files. Whenever you need to recover system files or add or remove Windows features, this is where Windows will search for the files required to perform an action. This is why it’s also called the component store. WinSxS also stores files needed to install quality updates and previous versions of Windows components....

If EA Desktop or Origin doesn’t open or aren’t working properly, however, then you won’t be able to take advantage of EA’s backlog of AAA classics, from Star Wars to Battlefield. Thankfully, most users can fix EA app issues with some common troubleshooting steps, which we’ve outlined in detail below. Why Won’t Origin Open (or EA Desktop)? There are several possible reasons why EA Desktop or Origin won’t open on your PC....

But the downside is that portable apps are only for Windows computers. To date, I have never seen any for MacOS or Linux (or maybe I am just looking in the wrong places). Here are some of the portable apps specifically for maintaining the Windows operating system which have proven invaluable to me. In all cases, download the portable app from the links provided below and then unzip the folder making sure to leave the folder structure and file locations in place....

But removing them can be tricky. Many of these apps don’t come with uninstallers, and in many cases are even not displayed prominently. How can you find and remove bloatware from your computer? Let’s find out. What Is Bloatware? Generally speaking, the term bloatware is used to denote useless applications on your computer (or even a phone). They usually come pre-installed, bundled by your operating system itself. Sometimes, these might also be accidentally installed by the user....

All of the methods outlined here can help you get much faster download speeds for your Steam games, allowing you to begin your game much more quickly. Try these tips out and see just how much time is cut off from your next Steam download. Close Other Programs If you have some other programs opened while trying to complete your Steam download, these can actually greatly hinder your download speed....

We’re going to first look at the health issues that can be caused or exacerbated by computer use, and at the end we’ll look at what you can do to keep these things from happening. Or at least minimize them. Migraines and Headaches There are headaches and then there are migraine headaches. Excessive staring at a screen can contribute to the severity and frequency of both. Your eyes are literally brain stalks that have the ends exposed to the world....

The solution is to create copies of your hard drive. While it’s good to back up to the cloud, you should also have physical backups for the sake of redundancy. The more copies you have of your data, the more likely you can preserve it for years to come. We examined some of the best free hard drive cloning software available for Windows 10 and compared their pros and cons to help you make the best choice....

In this guide, we’ll exhaustively cover troubleshooting steps to follow if Google Chrome is not updating on your Android smartphone or tablet. First, we should mention that canceling and restarting the update can fix the problem. Then, proceed to the solutions listed below if the Chrome update keeps failing or gets stuck in the unending “Pending” loop. Check Your Internet Connection Updating apps from the Play Store requires an internet connection, either via cellular data or Wi-Fi....

Adobe Flash is something which used to be absolutely essential for things like watching online videos (such as YouTube) and playing online games. But Steve Jobs famously hated Flash and when he removed support for it from all Apple products, Adobe Flash’s days were numbered. Android then dropped support. Then HTML5 was born, sticking the boot into Flash’s dying body, dooming it to irrelevance. The rise of HTML5 has now made Flash totally pointless and those who are still running it are opening themselves up to all kinds of malware attacks by nefarious individuals....

The average modern home computer can do all of these things to one extent or another. Then there are dedicated workstation computers. Professional-grade devices that are used for anything from professional sound recording, to sophisticated scientific and engineering simulations. At the high end, these desktop workstations can run into the tens of thousands of dollars. Of course, they eventually pay for themselves through the work that they do, but it can take a while – with a substantial upfront cost....

Work your way through the instructions below to fix “Error code: 0x80070490” in Windows Update or the Mail app. If the error occurs in both, apply the fixes in the order they appear. Fix Error Code 0x80070490 in Windows Update “Error code: 0x80070490” in Windows Update is often the result of conflicts with antimalware programs, a broken Windows Update cache, or corruption in the operating system. The following fixes should resolve the Windows Update error....

The audio and video are split into two separate streams, which are fed to separate monitors or TVs at the same time. If you don’t have enough inputs on your AV or TV receiver, and want to connect multiple TVs to a single source, you can use an HDMI splitter to split the HDMI signal for this purpose. It’s also an inexpensive way of sorting out all the wires around you for a neater space when you have too many cables to swap, and keeping your gear useful and relevant....

There are two ways to add animation to Google Slides. You can add transitions between slides and animate individual elements on a slide. We’ll cover both methods. Note that to add or edit slide transitions or to animate elements, you must use Google Slides on a computer. So far, those features are not available on Android, iPhone or iPad. How To Add Transitions in Google Slides Just like PowerPoint, Google Slides has a transitions feature that lets you add a little animation when you move from one slide to the next....

Over time, however, this data can begin to fill up your available memory. The bigger the cache, the less free memory your PC has to perform other crucial tasks. Knowing how to clear the cache in Windows 10 could offer you an immediate speed boost if your PC is starting to run a little slow. Restart Your PC Your hard drive doesn’t require power to store your data. When you turn your PC off, your files are saved, ready for you to access again the next time you boot up....

By adopting bots, small and large enterprises reduce costs by handling routine queries and calls, thus replacing the number of staff needed for such tasks. They’re also able to connect with a larger audience, which means even more engagement with customers. Finally, they provide better service 24/7 without taking breaks, and respond instantly with reliable accuracy. This isn’t to mean that the human element is completely replaced, though. There are always agents available to handle complex issues that bots aren’t trained to answer....

You can choose your own way of dealing with those, but we recommend investing some time and effort into mastering “the king of Email“. Gmail actually comes with a variety of functions that not everyone knows about. With new features rolling out all the time, it can be hard to prioritize and keep up. In this article, we hand-picked some of the most useful hidden Gmail features that you may have missed....

Previously, I wrote how to setup your own FTP server using IIS and in this tutorial we will show you how to setup your own FTP server using the free software called FileZilla. Download the server program from this URL: http://filezilla-project.org. Install FileZilla The server software is actually very easy to install. Some of the screens are complicated, but you don’t have to worry because you can just go with the defaults and everything works fine....