Replace Google Chrome S New Tab Page With Speed Dial

Installation The only thing that you will need to do during the installation process is click on “Install” in the confirmation message window to finish adding Speed Dial to Chrome. Note: Speed Dial automatically replaces the default New Tab Page. Once installation has been finished you will be presented with an “Information Tab” for the extension. A closer look at the details for using the Speed Dial extension… Note that you can not access the options for Speed Dial through the “Chrome Extensions Page” at this time....

November 20, 2022 · 2 min · 405 words · John Lopez

Save Big On An Android Tv Projector Portable Ssd And More

WEMAX Nova 4K Smart Laser Projector for 30% Off Why waste time and money at the movie theater when you can get a better viewing experience in the comfort of your own home? With the Android TV-powered WEMAX Nova 4K Smart Laser Projector, every movie, TV show, and YouTube video on your watchlist can be its own big cinematic experience. The WEMAX Nova is a powerful 4K UHD smart laser projector built for home living rooms, theaters, and more....

November 20, 2022 · 3 min · 466 words · Terrell Stiles

Should You Use Apple Trade In For Your Old Devices

What Is Apple Trade In? Apple Trade In lets you trade an old iPhone, iPad, Mac, or other unwanted gadgets to receive money off your next purchase. How much you get will depend on the age and condition of your device, and any credit you receive will be added to a gift card which you can use to purchase from the Apple Store in person or online. You can make use of Apple Trade In by taking your device into a store or by registering your device online....

November 20, 2022 · 6 min · 1173 words · Jed Hatcher

Should You Use React For Your Next Website

React has surged in popularity in recent years. Described as “a JavaScript library for building user interfaces,” React’s declarative approach to rendering simplifies the construction of complex UIs. React is a versatile tool with a broad range of applications, ranging from traditional websites to complex web apps. There’s no clear line that defines when you should use React. Instead, there’s guideline indicators which can help you assess whether React could be a good fit....

November 20, 2022 · 5 min · 880 words · Thelma Abner

Stupid Geek Tricks Windows 7 Easter Egg Shows The Xp Alt Tab Prompt

Here’s Windows 7, with the XP Alt-Tab! Just in case you aren’t using Windows 7 yet, the normal Alt-Tab window in Win7 is big, transparent, and really a big improvement on that ugly XP version. To trigger the old XP style one, you’ll need to do the following: Hold down the Left (or Right) Alt key. Press and release the other Alt key. Keep holding down that first Alt key, and then press Tab....

November 20, 2022 · 1 min · 126 words · Billy Weir

The Beginner S Guide To Using Jira Effectively

Jira is used for issue tracking, and is a crucial tool for keeping large software development teams organized. In this guide, we’ll break down it’s tried-and-tested schema, including the different tiers of issue types and the organization tools offered to you. At the time of writing, Jira is currently revamping their entire user experience. Because of this, you’ll have two options when creating a new project in Jira Cloud—Jira Classic or Jira Next-Gen....

November 20, 2022 · 6 min · 1117 words · Lisa Johnson

The Iphone 14 S Emergency Sos Feature Is Now Live

When the iPhone 14 started shipping in September, it included the required antenna hardware for “Emergency SOS” — where the phone can (slowly) send a message or location information from areas where cell coverage isn’t available. However, the feature wasn’t available at launch, and Apple said a few days ago that it would be available in November. Sure enough, it’s now rolling out, as part of the iOS 16.1 update....

November 20, 2022 · 2 min · 215 words · Ora Brooks

The New Thelio From System76 Is The Linux Desktop Pc To Beat

System76 is a Denver-based company that sells desktops and laptops with Linux pre-installed. It has offered a high-end “Thelio” line of desktops since 2018, and now it is being updated. The line of Thelio desktops, which can be configured with anything from mid-range Ryzen or Intel Core CPUs to high-end Threadripper and Xeon processors, have received many positive reviews over the past few years. The wood paneling gave it a unique look, and on the inside, custom firmware and optimization by System76 ensured it worked well with just about any Linux distribution — or even Windows, if needed....

November 20, 2022 · 2 min · 371 words · Terry Flint

These Flexi Mounts Help You Put Smart Cameras Practically Anywhere

We’ve talked about mounting your smart doorbell with tape and even using a screw-and-tape-free no-drill doorbell mount. We’ve also talked about using similar tape tricks and a host of clever mounts to attach smart home cameras without drilling. But what if you’re dealing with a situation where drilling holes for anchors or hardcore double-sided tape isn’t the right solution? Let’s say you want to temporarily put one of your battery-powered smart cameras in your crawl space to figure out which friendly neighborhood animal keeps sneaking in there (and, for that matter, how they are getting in)?...

November 20, 2022 · 3 min · 463 words · Ann Artiaga

Three Potentially Risky Ways To Save A Lot On Textbooks

You already know that the textbook system is a scam. Publishers often crank out new editions without making substantial changes. Schools follow standard procedure over saving students money. And sometimes a class hardly uses the textbook at all. If getting that perfect A is what you’re aiming for, it’s safer to play by the rules and buy your the required edition. However, if you just need to pass, are taking the class for fun, or are really that stripped for cash, consider the alternatives....

November 20, 2022 · 5 min · 983 words · Ryan Murat

Use Onenote To Make Memorizing Information Easier

Microsoft OneNote is a great tool for taking notes and storing information you don’t want to lose. But sometimes, simply storing information in our computers isn’t enough – we need to store it in our brain, too! One great way to make yourself remember information is to review it, then test yourself on your new knowledge. Flashcards are great for this, so here’s how you can bring flashcards into the 21st century with OneNote....

November 20, 2022 · 2 min · 405 words · Kay Gummer

Use Your Mouse As A Laser Pointer In Powerpoint 2010

Getting Started Begin your slideshow by pressing the F5 key, or by selecting From Beginning or From Current Slide in the Start Slide Show group on the Slide Show tab. During the slideshow, hold down the Ctrl key and the left mouse pointer to make the laser pointer appear on the screen. Drag your mouse to move the pointer across the screen. Change Colors You can change the Laser pointer color by selecting Set Up Slide Show in the Set Up group of the Slide Show tab....

November 20, 2022 · 1 min · 145 words · Chastity Miles

Using Cloudflare Ssl Tls Configurations

It is almost always necessary and advised to secure your website via an SSL certificate. Not only does this increase your site’s SEO, but it also secures your visitors trust in your site. Here we explore what CloudFlare offers regarding SSL/TLS, and how you can take advantage of these options to secure your site and increase performance. CloudFlare has innovated in the security space for many years, and has continually worked to make both the end-user and developer experience easier....

November 20, 2022 · 6 min · 1117 words · Laura Reaves

Vivaldi Borrows A Feature From Outlook And Thunderbird

Vivaldi 5.5 is now rolling out, and the main new feature is a Tasks Panel that can be opened from the sidebar. It functions much like Google Tasks, Microsoft To Do, or other basic task management systems. You can create and delete tasks, and assigning dates to them adds the tasks to the Vivaldi calendar, too. There are also options to add a location, description (with can include links), and reminders....

November 20, 2022 · 2 min · 223 words · Eric Acosta

Watch Tv Programming Without A Tv Tuner In Windows 7 Media Center

Earlier this week in another Learning Windows 7 post, we showed you how to set up live TV in Windows Media Center (WMC). Not everyone has a TV tuner card and maybe can’t install one…in a laptop or netbook for example. Update: This feature may not be available in all countries. Users who are in the UK should be able to use Sky Player which integrates into WMC. If you’re in the US and don’t see this option, make sure you have all of the latest updates for WMC....

November 20, 2022 · 2 min · 368 words · Velma Murray

What Is Garbage Collection And How Does It Affect Your Program S Performance

Stack vs. Heap To understand what a garbage collector does, you first need to understand the difference between memory stored on the stack, and memory stored on the heap. Both are specific memory locations in the memory assigned to your program, from your computer’s available RAM. The Stack is fast, and is used for value types that have a fixed byte size. It’s the same physical memory as the heap of course, it’s just fast because it’s a very orderly First-In, Last-Out data structure....

November 20, 2022 · 5 min · 1051 words · Mary Chi

Why Disgruntled Employees Are Cybersecurity S Worst Nightmare

The Disgruntled Employee The idea of an employee mounting a cyberattack against their own employer is a real concern. It needs to be considered, planned for, and strategies put in place in case it becomes a reality. Insider cyberattacks are such a clear and present danger that there is a generic name for the employee who turns against the company. They’re known as the disgruntled employee. The triggers that drive employees to commit insider attacks are as varied as people....

November 20, 2022 · 10 min · 2047 words · Patrice Obenshain

Youtube Has A Fresh New Look And Better Controls

Google has announced that YouTube will be getting a redesign across the board, which applies to the web version as well as to the mobile apps. If you frequently use the web version, though, you might have already seen it, as it has been rolling out over the past few weeks. It is, however, rolling out to everyone now. This new design is centered on colors. It grabs colors from whatever video you’re watching and applies them to the app’s interface, with action buttons such as the subscribe button and the share button looking like floating pills this time around....

November 20, 2022 · 2 min · 229 words · Sharon Hedgepeth

7 Reasons You Should Upgrade Your Monitor Stand

Types of Aftermarket Stands and Arms The typical pack-in stand with a monitor usually attaches to the monitor at its base using a custom attachment. Unless you’re buying a proprietary stand for your specific monitor model, aftermarket stands and arms usually attach to the monitor using the VESA mounting holes on the back of the device. Most modern monitors have VESA mounts in several sizes, such as VESA 75mm, 100mm, 200mm, and so on....

November 19, 2022 · 4 min · 677 words · Sean Bullock

Add Bookmarks And Notes To Delicious In Ie 8

Share with Delicious in Action To add the accelerator click on Add to Internet Explorer and confirm the installation when the secondary window appears. This is going to be much better than having the Favorites Bar or a new toolbar taking up precious UI room. When you find a webpage that you would like to bookmark right click within the page, go to All Accelerators and select Share with Delicious....

November 19, 2022 · 2 min · 249 words · Cheryll Lilly