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Your computer will also display this error if it doesn’t meet Windows 11 upgrade requirements. Before we highlight potential troubleshooting fixes for this error, let’s run you through Windows 11 software and hardware requirements. Windows 11 Upgrade Requirements If you’re running Windows 10, use the PC Health Check to access your PC’s compatibility with Windows 11. The app checks all Windows 11 requirements except for graphics card and display compatibility....

While it’s easy to fill up your hard drive with photos, it is much harder to make sense of that massive collection. Descriptive names certainly help, but after a certain volume, repetition rears its ugly head. And if you leave your pics with their default numbered names, it is even more challenging. This is why good photo organizing software is a must for any Windows computer. Here is a compilation of the best....

There are several situations when disabling downloads in IE provides a temporary or permanent fix to guard your PC against viruses, worms, Trojan horses, and other malware. Read on to learn why and how to stop users of your computer from downloading files. Why Disable Downloads? Some downloaded files carry with them more of a threat to your computer’s security than others. Executable files with an *.exe file extension are particularly dangerous because those files, as their name implies, have executable code....

Dragging a window to the top maximizes the window to full screen while dragging it either left or right maximizes the window to half screen depending on the side to which you drag it. Although useful for when you want to see two windows at the same time, some users find that the Aero Snap feature is a bit too aggressive, maximizing windows when the user did not intend to....

The F8 key is still available on your keyboard, but it works with other key combinations to perform certain functions, especially when your touchpad or mouse isn’t working and you need to use keyboard shortcuts instead. In this guide, we’re going to show you what to do when you find F8 not working in Windows 10, but first, let’s look at why this happens. Why Is F8 Not Working In Windows 10?...

It can be frustrating when your precious data seems to be out of reach, but there are many fixes that stand between you and finally giving up on recovering your information! Turning It Off & On Again Yes, it’s a cliche. However, the first thing you should try on a Windows computer that says it can’t read your data is to turn it off. Then take a deep breath, count to ten, and switch it on again....

Actually, there were several Base System Device driver errors, all with question marks. I was surprised because I thought I had downloaded the important drivers for the system such as the graphics card, touchpad, network adapter etc. Unfortunately, I didn’t seem to have downloaded all of the drivers. I eventually figured out what the problem was and didn’t get the error in Device Manager anymore. In this article, I’ll show you how to fix the driver issue in Windows....

In this article you’ll learn how to access files on an old hard drive with your Windows 10 PC. What Type of Drive Is It? Before you do anything, you need to identify the type of hard drive to which you have access. Odds are the drive will be one of two types. Older drives might use the IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) PATA (Parallel AT Attachment) standard with a connector that looks like this: More modern drives are likely to have a SATA (Serial AT Attachment) connector like this: Depending on the type of computer you have, you may need both data and power cable converters for these drive types so that you computer can talk to them....

For example, if you want your fonts added to all Adobe apps, you can use Adobe Creative Cloud. Otherwise, you can install fonts locally for use across all apps. We’ll explain both methods below and offer some tips on how to find different fonts online. Add A Font to Photoshop Through Adobe Creative Cloud There is a feature available in Adobe Creative Cloud that allows you to download and add fonts to Photoshop directly using your Adobe account....

If you’ve amassed lots of videos in your watch history and just want to clear out all your activity and comments that you no longer want to be associated with, or you’re just sick of YouTube’s recommendations, you can delete your YouTube account and everything in it in one fell swoop. The good news is that it’s not tied to other Google services like Gmail, Google Drive, Hangouts, Google Meet and others....

Temporary files are created after apps are installed and used, device updates are performed, and apps are removed. Before you know it, there are hundreds or even thousands of files that are no longer needed and that if left, can cause a host of problems. Fortunately, there are several ways to delete temporary files, app caches, leftover data, and other unused files on your phone or tablet. Tip: There are also junk file removers for computers that will delete temporary files on your desktop or laptop....

Even if you don’t intend to sell the device, there are times when your Echo might stop working or freeze. A factory reset will resolve most issues. The thing to remember is that different devices require different methods to perform a hard reset, but it isn’t difficult to pull off. A Note On Resetting First-Get Devices Every device on this list has been second-generation and later because those are the devices most commonly in use....

You may also get activation reminders if your Windows license is not genuine or you have an incompatible Windows version installed on your PC. Say, for example, your PC shipped with Windows 10 Home out-of-the-box. Upgrading to Windows 10 Pro may cause activation issues such as the “Your Windows license will expire soon.” In some cases, rebooting your Windows PC should fix the problem. If the reminder continues to pop up, downgrade your device to the previously installed Windows 10 or try the troubleshooting techniques below....

Among these faults is the dreaded black screen. There are several reasons why it crops up in Windows 10, which we’ll look at next, so follow along to find out how you can fix black desktop screen issues. Causes Of Black Desktop Screen Problems In Windows 10 You’ve probably heard of the black screen of death, which is common across operating systems. This usually happens when you turn on your computer and get a blank black screen back....

Using an outdated version of the streaming app on your device could also trigger the Hulu error code P-DEV320. The causes and their respective solutions will vary based on your streaming device. We’re confident that at least one of the troubleshooting tips below will resolve the Hulu error code P-DEV320. 1. Check Hulu’s Server Status Head to DownDetector or other website monitoring platforms and check if Hulu’s servers are up-and-running....

The “err_connection_timed_out” error is most likely a problem on the web server and, in that case, there’s not much you can do about it but try again later. However, this error can sometimes result from a problem on your end. Here are a few things you can try to resolve the problem. Try to Access the Site Again Later Almost always, the “err_connection_timed_out” error is because the site you’re trying to visit is experiencing temporary issues....

Android phones come with a built-in default font. If you don’t like it, that’s no reason to stop using your phone. Especially since on Android you can easily change it and install another font that you like. Learn about all the methods you can use to install new fonts on your Android smartphone. How to Change the Default Font on Your Android Device The easiest way to change fonts on your Android device is by using the built-in option to do it....

However, some of Google Docs’ formatting options can be a little tricky for new users. Not all of the options jump out at you, and you may find it difficult to get your document looking exactly as you want it. Although you can split a document into columns with Google Docs, you may find it easier to simply create a table for this same purpose. However, table borders can sometimes look harsh and unsightly....

Setting up a new website in Google Analytics isn’t quite as straightforward as it should be. However, following the steps below, you should be able to have your website enabled with Google Analytics tracking in under 30 minutes. Set Up Your Google Analytics Property To set up your website on Google Analytics, you need to add the website in Google Analytics Administration. First, log into Google Marketing Platform with your Google Account....

We will offer tips on how to remove passwords completely, or just get rid of them from one computer, whilst still having them available across other devices when using your Google account. Hopefully, the guide below should be easy for you to follow along with and you should have the problem solved within minutes. How to Remove Autofill Passwords, but Only From One Device If you would like to turn off or remove your autofill passwords from one device, you must turn off sync and then delete your cache so that your passwords aren’t saved on that device anymore....