This article explains how to use the ping utility to send a test message from the local client to a remote target over the TCP/IP network connection. The target can be a website, a computer, or any other device with an IP address. What to Know On any platform, open the ping utility and type ping. Ping works from a command prompt in Windows or a terminal window in Mac.If the ping was successful, you’ll see a results summary....
Completely and correctly scanning your computer for viruses and other malware like Trojan horses, rootkits, spyware, worms, etc. is often a very important troubleshooting step. A “simple” virus scan will no longer do. Many forms of malware cause or masquerade as seemingly unrelated Windows and PC issues like Blue Screens of Death, issues with DLL files, crashes, unusual hard drive activity, unfamiliar screens or pop-ups, and other serious Windows problems, so it’s important to properly check your computer for malware when working to solve many problems....
This article includes instructions on raising (and lowering) your hand during a Zoom call using Zoom version 5.4.7 or later on a laptop or desktop computer. What to Know Go to the options bar on your video screen and select Reactions > Raise Hand.To lower your hand, select Reactions > Lower Hand.You need Zoom version 5.4.7 or later to do this. How to Raise Your Hand During Zoom meetings, you may have a question or comment for the host....
This article explains how to re-download apps from the Mac App Store. This information applies to Macs with macOS Big Sur (10.16) through OS X Snow Leopard (10.6.6) What to Know Open the App Store by selecting it in the Apple menu or choosing its icon on the Mac’s Dock.Select your name on the App Store opening screen to open an account page showing your purchased apps.Choose the Download icon (a cloud with down arrow) next to any app to re-download it....
As part of my computer clean up process, I always use the Disk Cleanup tool in Windows 7, but no matter what I do, as time goes by the available hard drive space keeps shrinking anyways. Apparently in the case of Windows 7 Service Pack 1, one of the reasons is that the OS doesn’t flush outdated update backup files, which are kept in the WinSxS folder if there is a problem and rollback is necessary, and over time these files start to take up a large part of the disk space....
It’s possible to easily record Zoom meetings, which can be useful for when you need to look back at important details and re-evaluate what was said. You can use the built-in Zoom recorder, or opt to use a third-party app. So, what should you use? Do I Use the Zoom Recorder or a Third-Party Solution? The built-in Zoom local recorder is very useful for getting the basics done. It also offers cloud saving functionality if you have a paid membership to the service....
How to Hide your Helmet in New World? Follow these steps to remove your Headgear in New World. Open up your inventory in the game by pressing TAB on your keyboard. Click on the Headgear icon at the very top on the left side of the screen. Click on Change skin. You will see the Select Skin window. Scroll down to see the Hide Headgear option. Click on it and Confirm....
If you’ve used Windows XP for long enough, you might have heard about or used a small but awesome feature called Active Desktop. This little feature allowed XP users to set any web page as their desktop background. For instance, most users made their favorite search engine as their desktop background so that they could get the most out of their desktop. To put it simply, setting a web page as the desktop background has its merits....
How to Enable Alexa Parental Controls You can enable parental controls using the Alexa app for iOS, Android, or Fire Tablets. You must enable FreeTime parental controls for each Alexa device individually. Tap Devices. Tap Echo & Alexa. Tap the device for which you want to enable parental controls. Scroll down and tap FreeTime. Tap the toggle switch under FreeTime. To disable parental controls for a device, return to the FreeTime screen and tap the toggle switch under FreeTime....
One of the coolest features that desktop environments and window managers have is the ability to schedule certain programs to open as soon as you log in. Set this up and your Linux session will be ready to use at the get-go. So how do you make programs start automatically at login with the Awesome window manager? Backing up rc.lua Before you add the auto-start code to AwesomeWM’s configuration file, you might want to create a backup....
Microsoft Authenticator is an app available for Android as well as iOS devices that allows you to store apps and sites credentials to make two-factor authentication (2FA) easy and secure using your phone, not complex passwords, and now, the app has a password manager built in (as preview). The password manager built into the Authenticator app connects with your Microsoft account to sync and let you manage your passwords on your phone, and when you set the app as the default autofill provider, it can offer to save and automatically fill credentials as you sign into apps or websites....
The Mine Puzzle is one of the areas in God of War Ragnarok that has many players looking for its solution. This portion of the game gives the players a good challenge to test their knowledge of how familiar they are with using their weapons in the environment. And this puzzle is tougher than most ones you have come across so far in the game. So in this guide check out how to solve the Mine Puzzle of Tyr Water Wheel in God of War Ragnarok....
In addition to its wide-ranging skillset, Alexa can help you get and stay organized by synchronizing with your calendar. Pairing your virtual agenda allows you to review upcoming events, as well as add new ones, using nothing but your voice and an Alexa-enabled device. Alexa works with several calendar types, including Apple iCloud, Google Gmail, Microsoft 365, and Outlook.com. You can also sync a corporate Microsoft Exchange calendar with it if your company has an Alexa for Business account....
Are you a commuter? How much time do you spend everyday on the road between your home and your workplace? I know many commuters who allocate 3-4 hours of daily traveling time, and I think it’s safe to say that most people use up at least 1 hour of their daily precious time commuting. The question is, how would you utilize the time? One of the possibilities is filling the boring commuting hours by watching movies or catching up with your favorite TV series on your portable multimedia player....
How to Track Broken Links with Google Webmaster Tool: Congratulations, you have successfully discovered your first broken link and you are here to learn how to Track Broken Links with Google Webmaster Tool. Well if I were you I will just fix my problem and get it over with, but please this might be the most important thing which is going to affect your blog in certain aspects. The first question you should be asking yourselves is what are broken links?...
Genshin Impact is one of those adventure games featuring a huge open-world map consisting of 8 different regions. Each of these 8 regions represents a specific element. Moreover, even the characters in this game represent an element justifying their appearance. For example, Qiqi and Xinyan are Cryo and Pryo characters who can be ascended using Character Ascension Materials. A Violetgrass is one of the Character Ascension Materials used to ascend Qiqi and Xinyan....
This article explains how to download and install the MySQL database onto macOS Catalina (10.15) and macOS Mojave (10.14). What to Know Go to MySQL website > Downloads > Community (GPL) Downloads > Community Server > Download.Next, open DMG file > double-click PKG installer > Install/Change Install Location > Install Software.To run MySQL, select Apple logo > System Preferences > MySQL. How to Download MySQL for macOS The MySQL download for macOS Catalina is compatible with macOS Mojave....
GIFs are just everywhere – from social media networks to the popular tech blogs. Besides being normal images, they contain multiple images that play sequentially and give you the illusion of a video file. Creating a GIF image is not difficult, and we have already covered how you can create one on your Mac using an app. If you would prefer creating a GIF without using a third-party app, you can now do so using the most convenient thing you do on your Mac: the right-click....
YouTube TV has a lot of selling points, including an extensive channel lineup and competitive price tag, but its unlimited digital video recorder (DVR) feature elevates it above most of the other live TV streaming services. This feature lets you record any program you want, including shows, movies, live sports, and other events, and then watch the recordings on any device. If you’re ready to start using your YouTube DVR, here’s how to record on YouTube TV, the benefits and features, and also a handful of limitations....
Ships are an important mode of travel in Lost Ark. Once you have unlocked it, you will be granted the ability to travel to all of the Islands in the game. But over a while, your Ship will lose durability. Once the durability hits zero, you will not be able to use that ship. In such cases, you will need to repair it. In this guide, I will show you how to Repair your Ships in Lost Ark....
