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You may have also encountered an error message when trying to delete some system files, attributing the ownership of those files to a user called TrustedInstaller. So what is this TrustedInstaller? Is it a malicious program? Should you try to remove it? What Is TrustedInstaller? TrustedInstaller is a Windows system utility. It functions as a hidden user, with the sole privilege to install and manage Windows updates. As a subset of the Windows Module Installer, it is often used to add or modify Windows components in the background....

The answer to this is complicated, but once you understand the purpose of Vsync you’ll know when to switch it on or leave it off. What Is Vsync? The first thing you need to know is that your monitor can show a certain number of discrete images every second. This is known as the refresh rate, which is how many times the monitor can completely refresh the image on-screen with something new....

If you’re still using Windows 10 or even an older version of Windows, you’re probably cautious about upgrading to a new Windows version. Microsoft overhauled the interface and created a whole new user experience, but it also brought a wide array of features to the table. Whether these features make any difference to you is up to you. In this article, we’re going to analyze the Windows 11 vs Windows 10 battle of features and tell you what you’re getting if you upgrade....

Don’t want to look for and install extra software? Not a problem. Slack has a number of productivity features. Here are the top Slack tips and tricks that can help you become more productive this year. Top Slack Tips & Tricks to Be More Productive Slack has always emphasized productivity. Here you’ll find the latest features recently added to Slack, as well as older, hidden features that you might not know about....

Today we are going to look at some of the more reliable sites where you can download new fonts for Windows 10 safely. Google Fonts Relying on this site for free fonts will make you feel confident. After all, Google’s name is all over it. With Google Fonts, the fonts provided are open source, so you can use them as you please. If you want to spice up your text document with them, you can do....

Each method only takes a few seconds to set up and is perfect for those who do not want to open the Google Chrome settings menu each time they want to view their bookmarks. Keyboard Shortcuts The easiest method uses two keyboard shortcuts. If you do not see a bookmarks bar under your address bar, press Ctrl + Shift + B to view your bookmarks bar. Some of your bookmarks, those added directly to the bookmarks bar, will be displayed along the bar itself....

Hard rebooting the streaming stick might fix the problem. Unplug your Fire TV Stick from its power source for 1-3 minutes and plug it back in. If the wall outlet has a power switch, ensure it’s powered on. Also, change the Fire Stick remote’s batteries. 1. Use Authentic Fire TV Stick Accessories Don’t power your Firestick from your TV—the USB ports may not have enough electric current to power the streaming device....

Some of the common reasons Avast won’t update its virus definitions could be that your firewall is blocking the connection, you have the wrong date and time set on your computer, or there’s an issue with the Avast app itself. Check Your Internet Connection Avast needs to connect to the internet to download new virus definitions. If your internet connection is inactive or unreliable, Avast could experience problems with getting new virus updates....

As safe as your browser is, you can always add browser extensions to increase your security and privacy. Avast Online Security is one such security extension available for Google Chrome. So, does the Avast Online Security extension boost your security? Or are there better security extensions available? What Is The Avast Online Security Extension? The Avast Online Security Extension is a security extension for Google Chrome. It’s a standalone, free security product from Avast and does not require an Avast license to use, which is handy....

If you are lucky, you’ll get an error reference number you can look up, but in the case of the “Instruction at Referenced Memory Could Not Be Read” error, you have no such luck. This particular error can strike at any time, often without any clear cause. So if you’re happily doing your thing on a PC and suddenly experience a software crash along with this error, this guide will set you on the path to recovery....

Photoshop comes with a built-in set of brushes that you can use to add special effects to your photos. However, it’s a scarce selection with just a few general styles. If you want to have more options, you can add more brushes to Photoshop, as well as download them from third-party sites. Here’s how you can add and install brushes and use them in Photoshop. How to Add Brushes to Photoshop To see your installed brushes, select the Brush tool from the Tools Panel on the left....

No need to Google that anymore. We’re going to show you how to add more desktop clocks to Windows 10 and some tips and tricks with clocks and time. Add Desktop Clocks for Windows Clock Built into Windows is the ability to add 2 more clocks to the clock in your system tray. It’s easy to do! Now you can see all three time zones by hovering over the system clock or selecting it....

Adobe Premiere, however, has a wide range of features available to edit your video just the way you want it. Keyframes are one of these features that can allow you to get more precise and varied edits. Keyframes are pretty easy to use once you get the hang of them, and you’ll feel much more in control when editing your project with effects. What Are Keyframes in Adobe Premiere? Keyframes are a feature that allows you to change the properties of an effect or a transition over time....

That’s why Microsoft Word opens when you try to open a DOCX file if you have Microsoft Office installed. If you’d prefer to open that file in another program like LibreOffice instead, then you’ll need to change the default program in Windows 10 or macOS for that file type. How To Change Default Program in Windows 10 Changing file associations in Windows 10 is pretty easy to do, and there are a couple of ways in which you can do it....

But while support for the WEBP format has grown since Google introduced it back in 2010, they aren’t the most compatible (especially with legacy image editing applications). So below, you’ll find several methods to convert WEBP images to the widely compatible JPG and PNG formats. You’ll also learn about the best way to save animated WEBP images in GIF format. Use Browser Extensions to Convert WEBP Images If you come across a WEBP image while browsing websites in the desktop versions of Chrome or Firefox, you can choose to save it to your PC or Mac in JPG and PNG with the help of a browser extension....

You can keep your shared files in one place for every member to access, or use the meeting, call, chat, or poll features to engage and stay connected with your teammates wherever they are. Better still, you can use Teams as a web app or a standalone app on your computer and mobile device without a Microsoft 365 subscription. If you’ve been tasked with coordinating your teammates, use this guide to learn how to create a team in Microsoft Teams....

What is PrintNightmare? Last month, Microsoft acknowledged that all versions of Windows may be affected by the “PrintNightmare” vulnerability. However, there’s an easy way to protect your system against this vulnerability. Microsoft released an update on August 10th to fix it. However, soon after, it was discovered that attackers could still exploit the Print Spooler service to execute codes for installing apps, manipulating your data, or creating accounts with SYSTEM privileges....

Now there are two ways to manage Cisco switches: from the web-based GUI interface or from the terminal-based command line interface. I have found that the web-based GUI is not nearly as stable as the Cisco IOS available from the CLI. On several occasions, after trying to save a configuration change on the GUI, the entire switch crashed and I had to reboot it in order to access the GUI again....

This is especially true if your PC is using the newer, UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) menu as a BIOS replacement. Rather than pressing the keyboard repeatedly when your PC first starts up, you can enter BIOS directly. Here’s how to enter the BIOS in Windows 10 and older operating systems. BIOS, UEFI BIOS, Legacy + UEFI: Which BIOS Do You Have? Older PCs only had one type of low-level firmware responsible for PC start-ups—the BIOS....

If your Xbox One or Xbox Series X refuses to launch a game, has trouble loading files, or just experiences issues that standard troubleshooting won’t solve, try a factory reset. You should also use a factory reset to fully erase the system before you sell it to another person to ensure the safety of your personal information. How to Factory Reset an Xbox One or Xbox Series X Factory resetting an Xbox One or Xbox Series X follows the same steps regardless of what console you have....