Andrew Peacock/Getty Images I remember the first time I compiled a Linux kernel. I was nervous. It was something I'd never done before, and it seemed like an incredibly difficult task. After all, isn't the kernel the st...
As an iPhone user, I've been waiting years for Siri to improve. But if anything, Apple's beleaguered voice assistant has gotten worse. Whether I'm chatting with Siri when I'm at home, out and about, or behind the ...
Once upon a time, deep research involved a card catalog, microfiche, a staggeringly heavy amount of books, and a lot of time. There's something romantic about sitting at a library table (or on the floor of your ap...
Family life can get hectic, especially when there is a constant deluge of events and activities that must be planned and carefully orchestrated. You've seen the cliche whiteboard hanging on a kitchen wall in just ...
Although newer iPads don't have all the capabilities of a Mac computer, the more powerful chips and lighter weight make them perfect for travel. Connectivity is another plus since you can get the iPad with a cellular conn...
What to Know PressWin+Ctrl+Oto turn off the on-screen keyboard with your physical keyboard. Alternatively, go toSettings>Ease of Access>Keyboardand switch offUse the On-Screen Keyboard. If theTouch Keyboard and Handwrit...
What to Know The HP keyboard backlight makes it easier to use your laptop in low-light conditions. You can usually toggle it on with theF5,F9,orF11key, whichever one has the light icon. If that doesn't work, you can try using...
What to Know Download and installDual Monitor Tools. Open the program toCursor>Sticky.SelectChangenext toLock cursor onto screen. Next, selectEnable this Hotkey, and then pick a shortcut and selectOK. This article expla...
What to Know Normal:SelecttheStart button, then thepower symbol.ChooseRestart. Forced: If it's frozen, hold down thephysical power buttonfor 10 seconds. Press it again once to power it back up. This guide details two easy w...
If you can't be with Mom on her special day or you're looking for an opportunity to express your appreciation in another way, consider an e-card for same-day or scheduled delivery. Whether your mom prefers traditional, vintage, mo...
What to Know Enter this command into Command Prompt:wmic bios get serialnumber. The serial number shows up instantly. Alternatively, you can find the serial number if you look on the underside of the laptop. Some other ways i...
It's hard to use a computer that's displaying the DPC Watchdog Violation Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error. But don't give up-we've got all the solutions below that will help you get back into your computer in no time. How to ...