If the keyboard on your Windows 10 computer has a broken or missing key (and it’s one you don’t use often), you might be able to work around it until you get a new keyboard. Here are a few ideas you can try in a pinch. Method 1: Remap the Key with Software Using Microsoft’s […]
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It’s happened to all of us at some point. Your Wi-Fi signal is strong, but there’s no internet connectivity. That’s because Wi-Fi and the internet are two different things, and understanding the difference can help you troubleshoot future network problems. How Is Wi-Fi Different from the Internet? Wi-Fi is a registered trade name for a […]
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yishii/Shutterstock CPU reviews are complicated. Before you even get to the performance benchmarks, you have to navigate a maze of terms, like silicon, die, package, IHS, and sTIM. That’s a lot of jargon with little explanation. We’ll define the key parts of a CPU that PC enthusiasts discuss the most. Please note this isn’t intended […]
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This holiday cookie recipe is a staple in our house and something my brothers and I look forward to ALL YEAR. I begged Madre to share the recipe for the blog and was so pumped when she said yes and also came over to teach me how to make them… because that means the holiday […]
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If you’re like me, you watch hockey, and…basically no other sports. You also, like me, would like to skip the cable subscription. So what’s the cheapest way to watch NHL hockey online so you can cut the cord? It depends. If you live outside the US or Canada, you can pretty much buy an NHL.tv account […]
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Damrong Rattanapong/Shutterstock.com We’re big believers in selling your used gadgets. Your old gear is probably useful to someone, and it’s a shame for it to gather dust. But not everything can be sold, or it just might not be worth your time. Rather than creating more trash or spending hours searching for a buyer for […]
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To provide your Google Home with even more capabilities, you can connect a few different smarthome devices and control them using nothing but your voice. Here’s how to set it up. RELATED: How to Set Up Google Home Voice assistant devices like the Amazon Echo and Google Home are fine by themselves. They can be […]
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Josh Hendrickson When you buy a wireless mouse or keyboard, you can choose either Bluetooth or wireless peripherals that communicate through a USB dongle over radio frequencies (RF.) USB-RF has less latency, in our experience, but Bluetooth has its advantages. Which Is Faster? Latency is critical with any keyboard or mouse. You want your input […]
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If you live in an area that has a lot of blackouts, brownouts, and spikes in your electricity, it’s important to have a UPS (Uninterruptable Power Supply) to protect your investment. Here’s how your APC UPS can shut down your PC gracefully. A UPS isn’t just for IT infrastructures and should be part of your […]
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Elnur/Shutterstock So, you’ve cracked open that new phone or laptop, only to be greeted by a familiar, plastic smell. Where does this strange “new electronics smell” come from, and why does it disappear over time? It’s Like a New Car Smell Everybody knows the smell of a new car. It’s a crisp, clean, and somewhat […]
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