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Deleting files is as easy as pressing the delete button or selecting delete from the context menu of the selected item, but do you know that a simple delete in Windows doesn’t actually delete the file. It just free up the hard drive space, ready for other files to overwrite it. Until that happens, that supposedly deleted file can still be recovered using some recover software. The question is – how do I delete files so that they are really, deleted?...

Mobile payments – such as Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, and Android Pay – are making it easier than ever to complete transactions with our favorite stores. However, what about peer-to-peer payment systems? Apple is working on a peer-to-peer system using Apple Pay, PayPal already makes use of emails and a “.me” address, and Square Cash is a mobile app that has been around for awhile. All of these methods require having previously set up an account to receive money, and while Snapcash requires the same, it is far more likely that your recipient can receive money from you – so long as they have a Snapchat account....

This article explains how to stop iOS Mail from downloading remote images, a feature that is turned on by default in the Mail app. This information applies to devices with iOS 12, iOS 11, or iOS 10. What to Know Tap Settings on the iOS device and select Mail.In the Messages section, tap the Load Remote Images switch to the Off position.This setting does not affect images that are attached to messages, only images that are URLs pointing to online pictures....

For a growing number of people, YouTube has replaced TV as their audio-visual window into the world. Whether it’s for information or entertainment, Google’s video-viewing website is so synonymous with “watching things” on the Internet that when it stops working, it can feel like you’ve been disconnected from a world and banished to a cave in the mountains. Sadly, YouTube is prone to the occasional bit of crashing, which for a lot of people has resulted in the dreaded BSoD (Blue Screen of Death) or garbled videos....

This article explains how to stream Law and Order if you don’t have access through a cable subscription. What to Know Stream Law & Order on Peacock, Hulu, and any live TV streaming service that includes your local NBC affiliate. Peacock is the best free option, and it also includes the most seasons if you pay for a subscription. The full 20+ season run of Law & Order isn’t available through any streaming service....

Tower of Fantasy, a.k.a. TOF, is a Sci-Fi-Themed Open World MMORPG from Hotta Studio. Here, you can enjoy this Anime-based game in an expansive world while completing the storyline or by just adventuring. To aid you in your Adventure, you will need to have a Mount. A Mount is a Vehicle that allows the player to travel long distances without depleting their stamina. You can also use it to travel in style....

The bigger the enemy the bigger the loot and the same goes for Destiny 2, with the latest update Shadowkeep, players get to explore an unseen side of the Moon and this is where the action takes place in the latest update. One of the biggest enemies in Destiny 2 is the Trove Guardian and this guide will show you how to get the Trove Guardian Chest in Destiny 2 Shadowkeep....

You will have to learn how to honk the horn in Cyberpunk 2077 for one of the side missions titled “Send in the Clowns.” One of the objectives of this side quest is to “wait for Ozob.” However, only waiting won’t do the job for you. You will have to honk the horn and indicate to Ozob that you have reached the spot. Hence, we are here with this guide on how to honk the horn....

Even though Gnome 3 (aka Gnome shell) is still in beta, it has sure garnered a lot of attention from both Linux enthusiasts and power users. Most of us who are not happy with Ubuntu unity tend to install Gnome 3 and see how it fares against the Unity desktop. If you are one of those who wanted to try out Gnome 3 on your Ubuntu, but don’t want to deal with the compilation of code, here’s how you can install it easily via a PPA....

When it comes to media streaming, there’s no better player than Kodi. It can stream everything from your boxset collection to live TV – a far cry from its humble beginnings on the original Xbox. As it’s cross-platform, you’ll have no problem installing it on your Linux PC. Some Linux repositories already include Kodi as part of their software packages but not all. Here’s how to install Kodi on some of the most popular Linux distros....

What happens when an older PC with limited hardware is unsupported by Windows and can’t be upgraded? Users can turn to Linux for help, and in this case Ubuntu. Ubuntu is a free open-source operating system that enables users to either break away from using Windows completely or have the option of dual booting to give more choice. It is easy to install, quick and will make your old PC more secure....

When building a Linux installation, there are two options. The first option is to find a super-fast solid state drive. This will ensure very fast boot times and overall speed when accessing data. The second option is to go for a slower but beefier spinning disk hard drive – one with fast RPMs and a large amount of storage. This ensures a massive amount of storage for applications and data....

Although Microsoft has already released the first preview of the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) to bring support to install and run Android apps on Windows 11, it only made it available for devices enrolled in the Beta Channel. However, it’s possible to install the platform on the computers that are joined in the Dev Channel. The only caveat is that the process requires downloading and installing the components manually using PowerShell....

Linen Threads are essential for making many essential accessories, which also contain the best armor in the game. These threads are created using Spinning Wheel which is found later in the game. Since there’s only one method in the game by which you can make them, this guide on how to make Linen threads using Spinning Wheel in Valheim will help you to get started. How to Make Linen Threads Using Spinning Wheel in Valheim?...

If you just bought a Chromebook and are wondering how to unzip the compressed files your friend sent to you or zip up a bunch of files so you can send to your friend, you will be happy to know that Chrome OS comes with built-in support for zip files. A lot of users may think the Chromebook can’t handle such a simple file type, owing to the unconventional way the device deals with zip files, but it actually can manage zip files....

On Windows 11 (or Windows 10), you can use the “net use” command to quickly map a network drive to access files on a shared folder located on a server or another computer in the network. The only caveat is that you usually have to specify a driver letter to make the drive available in File Explorer. However, if the letter is already in use, the drive will not connect. If you want to avoid mapping problems, you can use a specific command option that will automatically assign a drive letter....

After more than two decades, the remastered edition of the game, Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers is finally out. As you break into the Viper Manor, you will encounter some dragons that need to be fed. Viper Manor is home to Acacia dragons and a lot of trap doors. After you feed 10 of these dragoons, you will receive the key to the Manor. As you proceed, you will come across a locked door inside the Manor....

This article explains how to play music in the VoIP chat app TeamSpeak for Windows using Winamp Media Player so you and your friends can listen to the same tunes while chatting without any annoying background noise. Instructions cover TeamSpeak 3 for Windows 10, 8, and 7. What to Know Install WinAmp, VAC, and DSEO. Open TeamSpeak > connect to server. Open another TeamSpeak.In the second TeamSpeak, connect to the same server > change the name to Jukebox....

In this article, you’ll find out how to put ink in both a Deskjet (ink) HP printer and toner cartridges into a laser HP printer. What to Know Inkjet HP printers: Turn on printer, open ink cartridge door, wait until cartridge moves to center, then remove and replace the ink.Laser HP printers: Open front printer door, pull blue handle to access toner cartridges. Remove old cartridge by the handle and replace with new....

This article explains how to recover deleted Notes on an iPhone. You can retrieve notes from the Notes app on iPhone or iCloud or from notes entered in an email program. Instructions apply to iPhones running iOS 15. What to Know Easiest: Open Notes > go to Folders. Tap Recently Deleted > Edit. Select a note > Move > select a folder.Second option: Go to Settings > Mail > Accounts. Select email account and turn on Notes toggle....