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How to Send Software Through Gmail in 7 Stepsheard on Sat 6 Jul 24
If you've tried to send an executable (.exe) or other program type through Gmail, you've seen the security warning that blocks the sending of the file. Gmail even goes as far as to look for programs inside compressed files, so you won't be able to send it as a ZIP file. If you need to share a program with someone, the best way to do so is to send it through a cloud service like Google Drive, which has a built-in sharing feature that makes it easy to share from your Gmail account. This wikiHow teaches you how to share a program file using Gmail.
Change your default browser in Windowsheard on Sat 6 Jul 24
Select Start > Settings > Apps > Default apps
How to Disable Startup Programs in Windowsheard on Sat 6 Jul 24
The more software you install on your computer, the longer it may seem to take to start up Windows. Many programs add themselves to the list of programs started when you boot your computer, and that list can get long. Here's how you can disable startup programs in Windows.
ubreakifit - repair for the device you depend on mostheard on Sat 29 Jun 24
Not sure what’s wrong? We’ll take a look—at no cost. And if more work is needed, we’ll perform advanced troubleshooting for a small fee that’s applied toward your repair.
Sync your Windows device and iPhone, iPad, or iPodheard on Sat 29 Jun 24
You can select the information you want to sync from your Windows device to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod. You can sync all items of a specific type (for example, all your movies or photos). Or you can select specific items (for example, some of your movies and some of your TV shows), which gives you more control over which files are synced.
How to install Enpass on Linux?heard on Sat 29 Jun 24
Enpass for Linux is available for 64-bit distributions only. We have tested it on CentOS 7, Fedora 28, Mint 19 and Ubuntu 16.04 or later. However, it should work on any modern Linux distribution without any problem. If you have any problem installing or running Enpass on Linux, please contact us.
Sharing a vault with Enpassheard on Sat 29 Jun 24
Vaults can be easily share between Enpass users. Keep in mind that: • Sharing a vault means sharing the password to that vault • Sharing a vault that is synced via a cloud account requires logging into that cloud account via Enpass on each device that will access the vault • Every person with access to the shared vault has full permission to read, write, and delete items from the vault, and can backup or restore the entire vault.
CopyQ – Clipboard Manager with Advanced Featuresheard on Sat 29 Jun 24
CopyQ is advanced clipboard manager with editing and scripting features. CopyQ monitors system clipboard and saves its content in customized tabs. Saved clipboard can be later copied and pasted directly into any application.
Is it possible to access a history of your clipboard in Ubuntu?heard on Sat 29 Jun 24
It needs to be installed any Clipboard Manager tool to save clipboard history. You may install CopyQ Clipboard Manager from Ubuntu software center or by running following command in terminal:
You don't have enough backupsheard on Sat 22 Jun 24
Here's the most important lesson I learned in 20 years as a Systems Administrator: You don't have enough backups It's really that simple. Any one backup will fail eventually. Having multiple backups goes a long way toward mitigating that problem. Having multiple backups in multiple places is even better. Having at least one of those backups in the cloud is best.
Credit Karmaheard on Sat 22 Jun 24
Intuit Credit Karma uses your credit profile to show you curated recommendations. Plus, you can see your Approval Odds¹ before you apply without impacting your scores.
uBlock Origin - Free, open-source ad content blocker.heard on Sat 22 Jun 24
The uBlock Origin is a free and open-source, cross-platform browser extension for content filtering—primarily aimed at neutralizing privacy invasion in an efficient, user-friendly method.
5 tell-tale signs an email is a scam or fake!heard on Sat 22 Jun 24
This short video presents 5 tell-tale signs that an email is a scam or fake. It’s key to know how to spot the difference between authentic company communications and fraudulent communications.
Social Security Combats Fraudheard on Sat 22 Jun 24
Social Security has zero tolerance for fraud. We diligently work at the national, regional, and local levels to combat fraud that undermines our mission to serve the American public. To meet this challenge, we work closely with our Office of the Inspector General (OIG), which investigates allegations of fraud and seeks to bring offenders to justice. The OIG refers cases to U.S. attorneys within the Department of Justice, and other state and local prosecuting authorities, for prosecution as federal crimes.
Google Drive - Convert PDF and photo files to textheard on Sat 22 Jun 24
For the best results, use these tips: Format: You can convert PDFs (multipage documents) or photo files (.jpeg, .png and .gif) File size: The file should be 2 MB or smaller. Resolution: Text should be at least 10 pixels high. Orientation: Documents must be right-side up. If your image faces the wrong way, rotate it before you upload it to Google Drive.
Best OCR software of 2024heard on Sat 22 Jun 24
The best OCR software lets you scan your paper documents and archive them as digital PDF files. Often built into the best PDF editors (and some of the best free PDF editors, too), Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software offers you the ability to scan invoices, text, and other files into digital formats, making it easier to manage all paperwork. In our experience, we also see a lot of integration with some of the best cloud storage services for better back-up and security.
Brave - The browser that puts you firstheard on Sat 22 Jun 24
Block ads. Save data. And get way faster webpages. Just by switching your browser. Better privacy. Faster webpages. Easier navigation. And experiences that put people over tech company profit. Brave blocks third-party ads on every website. That’s video ads, search ads, social media ads, and more.
Someone connected Windows XP to the internet, and it didn't survive longheard on Sat 22 Jun 24
How easy do you think it is for Windows XP to get a virus in 2024? Perhaps you assume you could happily browse the internet until you stumble upon a shady website or virus-infected vile, after which it goes downhill fast. As it turns out, simply hooking up Windows XP to the internet puts it in a huge amount of danger, as someone proved in a recent YouTube video.
Google Takeoutheard on Sat 15 Jun 24
Your account, your data. Export a copy of content in your Google Account to back it up or use it with a service outside of Google.
Fastmail? Get fast, private email that’s just for you.heard on Sat 15 Jun 24
You are our customer, not our product – Fastmail works to serve you, not advertisers or anyone else. Your money gets you a solid product and all our focus and attention.
Mac-Ave Authorized Apple Sales and Repairheard on Sat 15 Jun 24
Rochester's Apple Authorized Premium Service Provider and Apple Authorized Reseller Mac-Ave and it’s parent company Jessi Group, Inc. was one of Rochester’s earliest Macintosh solutions providers. Founded in 1991, The Company was formed when our owner identified an increasing need for powerful computing solutions for the graphic arts industry. From there, we’ve grown to become Rochester’s leading provider of Apple products.
Microworx is Your Source for Better IT!heard on Sat 15 Jun 24
Our experienced Computer and IT professionals take the time to ask the right questions, so you can be sure you’re investing in the right solution for your specific needs. From PCs and servers to networks and managed services, everything we do is fully customized, designed, and built with your objectives in mind
Best mesh Wi-Fi systems of 2024heard on Sat 15 Jun 24
The best mesh Wi-Fi systems are able to fill your entire home and even your backyard with a strong Wi-Fi signal. By upgrading to one, you won’t have to worry about Wi-Fi dead zones and you also won’t have to manually switch networks when moving around your house like you do with one of the best Wi-Fi extenders.
Best WiFi analyzer apps for iPhone and iPad in 2024heard on Sat 15 Jun 24
WiFi analyzer apps can help you optimize network usage by troubleshooting connectivity issues and finding the best spot to improve speed. They’re useful while traveling and can show you what devices are using your internet. Moreover, they’ll tell you what speed you’re getting all the time. A variety of diagnostic tools are also included to help improve connectivity. With these best WiFi analyzer apps for iPhone and iPad, you can learn more about your network.
Wifi Analyzerheard on Sat 15 Jun 24
Turns your android phone into a Wi-Fi analyzer!! Shows the Wi-Fi channels around you. Helps you to find a less crowded channel for your wireless router.
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