Windows includes a number of drivers for peripheral devices such as mice, keyboards and speakers that are updated through Window Update. However, there are certain circumstances where you may need to manually update your mouse drivers yourself, such as if your mouse isn’t working in a game or application. Updating won’t take a lot of time and can improve the performance of your mouse.
Local area networks (or LANs) are quite useful when the need to connect multiple computers to the Internet exists. They are also useful when users frequently need to access each other’s files or a printer, in which case networks can be set to allow file and/or printer sharing. In order to add wireless capabilities to a wired network or extend the range of an existing wireless network, a network administrator will need to connect an access point to the router....
Updated September 15, 2017 Inspect the window to determine who the manufacturer is. Search the glass looking for any markings usually located in the bottom corners of the window. Write down any series of letters and numbers etched into the glass. Record any possible names of the manufacturer if they are listed. Measure the size of the window to determine what size snap-on nailing fin will be used. Write down the measurements of both the length and width....
Facebook offers a dispute process you can use to dispute an in-app purchase. The developer of the app must address any disputes within 72 hours; otherwise, Facebook automatically refunds the purchase price. Developers can offer remedies by providing you with a replacement in-app purchase, communicate with you about any delays with the release of an item, or offer a refund for the purchase. If you choose to dispute the charge directly with your credit card provider or PayPal instead of using the dispute process available in the app, Facebook works with you directly to refund the charges....
Even if posting is typically free, running an ad on Craigslist can still be a worthless endeavor if you’re not aware of all the factors involved. Exactly how long a Craiglist ad remains active depends upon its category, its geographical location and whether you’re willing to pay additional fees. Knowing how long ads remain active will help you decide when to make your initial posting and give you time to plan any subsequent ads to make up for the first’s potential failure....
Facebook has implemented many features to make it a hub of its users’ Internet experience, and its chat messaging service is no different. When it comes to the safety of chatting on Facebook, the platform is not an inherent security risk to your devices. However, you still need to exercise caution against phishing attacks and consider the privacy implications that come with putting any personal information on Facebook. Writer Bio
All computer systems go through a set of instructions called the Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) when they are turned on. The BIOS checks all of the hardware and software installed on the computer to make sure they are working properly before loading the operating system. You may need to access the BIOS menu periodically to find out the current version of the BIOS you have if there are upgrades available....
In any video project, adding a lower third – also known as a caption or title – can be helpful for identifying people included in the video. Since this is such a vital part of creating a video that is useful and credible, Windows Movie Maker makes it possible to add this feature to your video using its “Titles and Credits” function. Writer Bio
Google Chrome is a sleekly designed Web browser with a minimal number of buttons and tools. The minimalist design enables Chrome to load faster than other browsers, and buttons normally found on other browsers have been replaced with keyboard commands. However, for those who want the convenience of an onscreen print button, Google’s open source code makes it easy to add it back onto the browser. Writer Bio
If you’ve ever wondered how powerful your iPhone actually is, there are ways to test, or “benchmark,” its performance in certain situations. There are several benchmarking apps available in the App Store, and each can test different facets of your iPhone – for example, CPU speed, memory speed and storage read/write speed – and report back with a score that you can compare with other smartphones on the market. Writer Bio
Updated July 21, 2017 Dial 82 before placing your phone call, if you have per line blocking. This will hide your caller ID if you want to place an anonymous call to someone. To unblock your number, dial 82 again. Dial *67 if you have selective blocking. This will block your number for that particular call you are making. To unblock your phone, simply hang up and your next call will be unblocked....
Updated August 23, 2017 Have the alignment of your dish checked by your service provider. While some providers have more satellites to aim at than others, in every case precise alignment is necessary for strong uplink and downlink signals. Your installer has the equipment necessary to pinpoint the satellite best located for your site. Move the satellite dish closer to the modem, if possible. Cable runs of greater than 100 feet can dramatically reduce signal strength from the satellite dish....
Creating a free website with PayPal integration is not as hard as you may think. There are many solutions available based on your individual skills and tastes. One of the easiest and least expensive solutions for novice website builders is to find a hosting/web building service such as Weebly.com. Weebly allows you to obtain your domain name, create your website using drag-and-drop technology, and post to the Internet completely free....
Just about any modern desktop or laptop computer allows you to upload and share the occasional video on sites like Facebook or YouTube. However, if you have a lot of videos you want to share – be it with viewers of your website or social networking page or users on your local network – you should consider buying or building your own video-streaming server. While some laptops or workstation computers may be able to handle the loads of light video streaming and sharing, dedicated servers with high-end hardware are much better suited to the task for moderate to heavy traffic applications....
As humorous as it sounds, there is actually such a thing as edible ink. Edible ink is a form of printer ink that will end up on some sort of food. Most commonly, it is used for cakes, where an image is printed and placed on top. HP (which is short for Hewlett Packard) does happen to make such ink cartridges, but they can only be purchased from certain websites....
Sony Walkman music players have evolved from cassette players to CD players to digital MP3 players. Like most MP3 players, the Sony Walkman relies on a rechargeable battery to power the device. Over time this battery can lose its ability to hold a charge and will need to be replaced. Savvy users can purchase a replacement kit and do the battery replacement themselves. Slowly move along the edges of the Walkman, while keeping the tip of the pry tool in between the side and backing, until the backing pops off....
TracFone Wireless is a prepaid cellular phone provider that requires no contract and is widely available throughout the United States. If the telephone numbers in a certain area code become depleted, the Public Service Commission and telecommunications companies may decide to create a new area code for that location. If you are a TracFone customer and your area code has changed, your phone will need to be reprogrammed with the new area code....
A “.dwg” file extension indicates that the file is an AutoCad Drawing file. The “.bak” file extension indicates the file is a backup file. When you back up a “.dwg” file in AutoCad, the program applies the “.bak” file extension, but does not make any additional changes to the file itself. To change a “.bak” file to a “.dwg” file, rename the file extension in Windows Explorer. Writer Bio
Every IBM iSeries mid-range processor is shipped with numerous default values. Included among these is the system name, which IBM represents as (SYSNAME). The first time the machine is IPL’ed (initial program load) the default system name will be displayed in the upper right corner of the system console and any other attached workstations. It will appear as “10-XXXXX”, where “10” represents the plant code (Rochester, Minn.) of manufacture and the “XXXXX” represents the five-digit serial number assigned to that individual piece of hardware....
Although some people prefer the flexibility of a “prepaid” service over a traditional, two-year contract, there are certain advantages to having a contract-based service. Not only can you receive more discounts for advanced smartphones with a long-term contract, your rates are also locked in when you sign up, which means the amount you pay does not fluctuate as it does with the Verizon prepaid service. If you want to make the switch from prepaid to contract, but don’t want the hassle of notifying your friends and family about a phone number change, Verizon allows you to keep your current phone number....
