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In this article, you’ll learn how to create a quick recording using the WPR. You should launch this recording during an event where you want to test the performance of your computer. This could be launching a game or other application or even running a program you’ve written. Then, we’ll cover how to use the WPA tool to read and analyze that data file for troubleshooting purposes. Installing and Launching Microsoft Windows ADK Tools The first step to install both the WPA and WPR is to install Windows ADK from Microsoft’s download page for the Windows Performance Toolkit....

If you want to use the Instagram Story music feature, but it’s not working because of a glitch, one of these quick tips will likely get you back to posting your content. 1. Does the Instagram Music Sticker Work? Before we go through the steps of troubleshooting Instagram music, it’s best to start by checking whether the feature is the problem in the first place. Select the “+” button in the Instagram app and select Story....

Adding Contacts to Windows Live Mail Several options in Windows Live Mail make it easy to create and maintain an up-to-date contacts list. One option lets you automatically add contacts to your address book when you reply to them a certain number of times. However, sometimes you just want to add a contact to your address book manually rather than wait until you reply to an e-mail message. Manually adding contacts to an address has several advantages....

Instead of getting the album artwork while clicking on a music file, I kept getting the default music icon for an MP3 in Windows: In Windows Media Player, the same issue was occurring where the album art was not being recognized properly and it was display a default image: I had embedded the album art using a tag editor program called MP3Tag. Adding album art is really easy, you just drag and drop an image file into the album art slot....

You’ll have the option to immediately turn off your computer (after shutting down your session), rebooting, logging out, and more. All of this can be done via the Terminal as well, which is especially handy for those Ubuntu users who always keep a Terminal session open. This method also includes a few options, especially for shutting down your system. Shutdown Ubuntu from Terminal First, we’ll open a Terminal. Before we get to the commands, take note that many of the things we’ll do will immediately end your current session, so it’s a good idea to have everything saved while browsing this tutorial, so if – by chance – you mistakenly turn off your computer, you won’t lose anything....

Before anything, use DownDetector to verify that Snapchat is working correctly. Contact Snapchat Support if DownDetector and other Snapchat users report problems with the social media app. If Snapchat’s working for everyone but you, the recommendations in this troubleshooting guide should resolve the issue. Although it’s unlikely for network connectivity issues to prevent Snapchat from opening, ensure your device has an internet connection. Connect your phone to a Wi-Fi network or use mobile data and try the fixes below....

Free video editing software can help you with the tasks like adding or extracting audio from video, resizing and compressing video files, adding subtitles to your video, and many more. If you want to create a professional-looking video but don’t have the skills to work with advanced premium software or don’t want to spend money on it, here are the top video editing programs for Windows and Mac that you can use for free....

In general, these apps will show you which networks are available around you. You can see how many networks there are, how strong the signals are and which channels each network is using. That’s just for starters, and each app may have its own unique additional features related to WiFi. So which are the best WiFi analyzer apps for each of the most popular platforms? We haven’t simply chosen the most complex or feature complete options, but ones that offer a good mix of functionality and usability....

Buried under all the other unsung features of Windows 10, Microsoft has actually included a feature in the April 2018 Update that lets you take control of how and when Windows will interrupt you with notifications. Anyone who has switched on their computer to a barrage of dings knows how valuable that can be. The feature is called Focus Assist and is very easy to use once you know where to find it....

In this article, we’ll cover what happens to texts when Do Not Disturb is on and whether you can still receive texts and calls. What Is Do Not Disturb and How To Turn It On Do Not Disturb (DND) is a mode that silences your iPhone or Android so you’re not distracted by incoming notifications. You will still receive notifications, texts, and calls, but your phone will not make a sound, and your screen will not turn on to display them....

Today this process happens so quickly it’s easy to take it for granted. However, a complex set of processes is happening behind the scenes to help you browse fine websites such as this one! Some Internet Basics The internet is essentially many computers tied together with network cables, radio signals, and various other methods of carrying a digital signal. What unifies all these devices and network technologies together is Internet Protocol (IP)....

Double NAT isn’t necessarily bad. You might not even notice it though it can give you some unforeseen problems with some applications and hardware. Some of them are related to services that need UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) support or manual port forwarding. But what exactly is a Double NAT and how can you fix the issues that can arise? Let’s answer both questions here. What is a Double NAT? NAT is short for Network Address Translation....

The NTUSER.DAT file is essential – without it, any personalization you’ve made to your account won’t get saved. If you delete the NTUSER.DAT file by accident, or if the file becomes corrupted, you won’t be able to sign in without resolving the issue. If you’re having trouble with NTUSER.DAT, here’s what you’ll need to know. What Is the NTUSER.DAT File in Windows 10? When you make changes to your account on Windows 10, the changes have to be saved somewhere....

Generally speaking, firmware is the name for low-level code that directly interfaces with the hardware. Any programs that work on top of this layer comprise the software. Confused? Here’s a deeper look. The Many Types of Software The problem with the term software is that it’s too broad. Any set of instructions that can control a computer – or any other electronic device, for that matter – can be considered software....

Connecting your second PC monitor is usually a plug-and-play process, but in some instances Windows 10 may not be able to detect the monitor. There are a few basic root causes of this problem, such as a damaged or malfunctioning cable, your PC lacks support for the second display, you have an outdated driver, or the display drivers can’t handle the second display. If your second monitor is not detected, use this guide to troubleshoot and resolve problems with your monitor....

Maybe you’ve got a large NAS (network attached storage) full of media and documents. Perhaps you’re working with other collaborators and need to shuffle information between devices locally. Sadly, even modern networks run into performance issues and file transfers can get bogged down. Do you find yourself wondering often, “Why is my network so slow”? Here are some useful fixes that will get the data flowing again. The Weakest Link in the Chain From the moment a network packet is sent from one device to when it arrives at another, there are lots of twists and turns on the journey....

Just like ntoskrnl.exe and other important system services, wuauserv requires priority access to your system resources from time to time. Unfortunately, this does mean that you’ll occasionally see wuauserv report high CPU usage. If that’s happening to you and you’re looking for a fix, here’s what you’ll need to do. Why Does Wuauserv Cause High CPU Usage? The Windows Update service (or wuauserv) is, as the name suggests, responsible for ensuring that your Windows PC is up-to-date....

Restart your PC A simple system restart can sometimes resolve update errors. So before you try anything else, reboot your PC and see if that will take care of the problem. If not, you can try the other solutions below. Check Your Settings Some Windows settings can stop it from installing necessary updates. Here are some of the things you should check. Metered Connection Windows have features that prevent it from downloading updates over a metered connection....

What to Look for in Computer Speakers Every user has different needs when it comes to desktop speakers. For some, sound quality matters the most. Especially if you want to consume video games, music, or movies, if you wish to have decent volume and watch casual content such as YouTube videos, your priority might be space or design. One important decision to make is whether you want a 2.0 or 2....

If you are only looking for a webcam for work, there are a variety of budget-friendly options out there, but many of the traditional options can be tough to find right now. If you want to stream gameplay and use a face cam, you will want a camera that can stream at a minimum of 720p. The following are 5 of the best budget webcams They aren’t going to support a huge number of bells and whistles—and you aren’t going to get 4K resolution out of them—but they will give you the basic features you need without breaking the bank....