Windows 10 was supposed to be the chosen one, the Operating System to finally bring peace and balance to the universe, but just as in Star Wars, the Anakin Skywalker of Operating Systems consistently struggles with its purpose and identity and seems to be slipping further …
Father’s Day is probably the single most difficult gift-giving day of the year. After all, what do you get the man who can literally do anything he wants with his bare hands? Skip the t-shirt and World’s Greatest Dad coffee mug this year. While those things …
They’re watching you. They’re listening to every word you say. If you have a smart phone, they’re tracking your movements. It’s not safe to shop online or even check your email. There was a time when online privacy and security were important to everyone. In 2019, …
The PCTechBytes Ultimate Guide To Improve PC Performance was created to help our users navigate the confusing and tedious job of computer maintenance. Routine maintenance isn’t enough to improve PC performance, however. You have to roll up your sleeves and be proactive to make sure your …
If your printer will not print, there are several troubleshooting tips you can try to fix common printing issues. Since there are so many reasons why this might happen, run through the following options until you find a resolution that matches your problem. It’s often faster …
“My computer hates me” is something I have heard countless times. There are reasons why your computer runs slow, crashes or just plain acts weird. Perhaps you’ve been neglecting it, or you’ve been unintentionally doing things that have been affecting its performance and security. Below are …
Your computer is a machine destined to fail. While we’d all like to think our machines will boot faithfully until the end of the world, it’s just a matter of time before your hardware fails. Hardware failures can occur all of the sudden, but there are …
As easy as networking in Windows has become, there are times when connectivity problems are encountered that make you scratch your head. The PCTechBytes Easy WiFi Troubleshooting Guide below provides fixes and tips that will help you resolve most of your networking woes. WiFi Errors When …
Your computer is dead. It will not boot. It was working the night before, but now when you hit the power button nothing comes up on the screen. But is your computer really dead? Or is it giving off subtle clues as to why it is …
These computer security tips can help save your PC from becoming infected by malware. Most computers will get infected at least once in their lifespan. Your PC can be infected just by being connected to the Internet, without opening email or even visiting a single web …
If you need to know how to increase broadband speed, you need to look at several factors. Internet download speed can be affected by many things, including your Internet plan, the wiring in your home and the hardware and software you use. Having a fast connection …
Being a technology early adopter has always posed problems for me and my spouse. Me, because I am always attracted to new and shiny technological advances. My spouse, because she has yet another thing to learn–a new remote to use, a new charger that doesn’t fit …
How can I tell if I have a virus? If you’re asking, you probably have a reason to ask. Your computer is acting funny. Something is wrong with the Internet or you are having problems getting to certain websites. But it isn’t always easy to tell …
Some people say computers enhance our lives, and some will adamantly explain to you in a ten-thousand page handwritten manifesto just how computers have ruined family, communities and the gosh-darn entire planet. Those digital nay-sayers are just barely old enough to have missed the technological explosion, …
We all want a simple DIY OTA TV recording solution. Watching television over the air is nothing new–people have been doing it for decades. Having the ability to bring a high definition signal into your home, record it and–in some cases–remove commercials, is definitely a game-changer …
A home movie theater can provide years of enjoyment for you and your family. Whether you’re watching television, movies or playing video games, a home theater can greatly enhance your experience if done properly. Follow these home theater design tips to save time and money. Improve …
We have reached the point in mobile, home network, and gaming technology that finally enables us to stream video games to our mobile devices. This guide will explain how to use Steam Link to play PC games on Android devices. The question is, however, DO you …
Forget the Blue Screen of Death, there is another BSoD in town. Black screen issues in Windows 10 are the new bane of existence for some computer users. But the black screen problem isn’t anything new. It has been around for ages. What makes the black …
There are several ways to scan computers on networks. You might want to find the IP address of a printer, or the name of a machine so you can remote into it. Fortunately, Windows has a lot of great networking tools built in to accomplish this …
Nearby Sharing is probably one of the most useful updates in recent Windows history. If you have the April 2018 Windows update, you can now easily transfer files from one Windows 10 computer to another without having to fumble with complicated networking shares or archaic thumb …
There’s always been a little mystery around how to cut the cord and dump the cable company that has been gouging you for years. Sure, there were always ways to make this work, but those ways entailed complicated and unsightly setups that are unacceptable to most …
Storage Sense in the Windows 10 April 2018 update is a great new feature that allows you to effortlessly free up disk space. This feature is especially important as solid state hard drives become standard, and disk space becomes a juggling act. The following will demonstrate …
If you’re tired of waiting patiently for the Windows 10 April 2018 update to be pushed out to your computer, you can manually download the Windows 10 April 2018 update directly from Microsoft. You must be running the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update or Windows 10 version 1709. To …
As we continue to expand our digital lives and shift to mobile platforms, you quickly discover the charging challenges for multiple people and platforms. This easy, DIY Apple and Android charging station will provide you with a safe and organized area to keep your mobile gadgets …
How can you speed up web browsing? What affects browsing speed, anyway? You might as well be asking What is the meaning of life? Browsing speed is affected by a lot of variables. Your Internet speeds can be affected by settings within Windows, settings within your …
You can perform Acer Chromebook troubleshooting with these steps. Chromebook issues can generally be addressed by resetting the device back to factory defaults, but if the issue is a hardware defect, you will need to first diagnose and then take measures to repair the machine. The …
Don’t fret if you have a dumb home. You can dip your toe into the smart home market with these creative uses for smart plugs. Smart plugs allow you to somewhat automate home tasks that you routinely do, or setup procedures for when you leave or …
