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It helps to define basic terminology first. At the very least, it allows you to develop a framework on which to build your understanding. TCP/IP is no exception. This section on terminology is not an exhaustive list. It’ll give you a basis on which to start your journey into understanding networking and how to configure TCP/IP files on Linux. The *Nix World Have you ever wondered what *nix means? What about how Unix and Linux are related (let alone all of the various versions of each)?...

This guide will take you through every step necessary to get started with using OBS NDI and provide some insights into its performance. Make sure to read each step carefully so that you can get everything set up correctly. Does OBS NDI Work? Is It Better Than a Capture Card? Before I begin, let’s talk about NDI’s performance. I’ve been using it myself to both stream and record and my experience has been exceptional....

If you’re new to Windows 11, this tutorial will walk you through the steps to show or hide the weather from your PC’s taskbar. How to Show Weather on the Windows 11 Taskbar Windows 11’s weather information on the taskbar is visible by default. It reveals the current temperature, a text description of the weather (e.g., sunny, cloudy, windy), and an icon (which changes depending on the weather). The area that displays the weather information also doubles up as the Widgets button....

Not only that, but site speed is now part of the ranking factors in Google’s ranking algorithm, meaning your site speed impacts search engine optimization (SEO). The snowball effect of this impact is loss of visitors from impatience and reduced search engine rankings. Why Your WordPress Site Runs Slow WordPress offers a great platform on which to set up and run your website. Without the right safeguards in place, you could end up with a sluggish website....

To help you, we’ll explain how you can use and customize the search features on Windows 11 to suit your own requirements. How Does Searching Work on Windows 11? Searching in Windows 11 isn’t just about looking for files. You can use Windows 11’s built-in search functionality to look for virtually anything on your PC, whether it’s an app, the location of a certain setting, or to find online search results from the Start menu....

In this article, you’ll learn how to autoplay content in PowerPoint slides. You can automatically play an embedded video when a slide appears or autoplay animations. Finally, you can create a self-running presentation that moves through the next slide using specific timing that you’ve set up. Note: The following tips will work on PowerPoint, whether running on a Windows or a Mac computer. How to Create a Self-Running PowerPoint Presentation Why create a self-running PowerPoint presentation?...

We’ll walk through how meeting responses work in Outlook and how to view meeting attendee tracking on the browser, desktop, and mobile versions so you can see who accepted a meeting invitation in Outlook. Should You Opt To Send a Response? When you receive an invitation to a meeting, you can choose Accept, Tentative, or Decline. Whichever response you choose, you can then opt to: Edit the Response before SendingSend the Response NowDo Not Send a Response...

For a project to be open-source, the developer has to make its source code publicly available so that anyone interested can inspect and learn from it. Importantly, it also shows that the developer has no nefarious intentions, as open-source code allows users to compile their own binaries rather than use any provided. If you ever come across two pieces of software and you can’t determine which to use, check to see if one is open-source and the other is not....

Below, we’ll cover everything you should know about the Wave browser, including whether or not it’s malware. Is the Wave Browser Safe? The Wave browser is a Chromium-based browser developed by Wavesor Software (the trade name for Polarity Technologies Ltd, a subsidiary company owned by Genimous Technology known for search hijacking). It appears to be a legitimate browser available on Wavesor‘s official website. However, unlike the other browsers, the Wave web browser is a known browser hijacker....

Ifconfig is an older version of the ip command, but many still prefer ifconfig due to its simpler syntax and ease of use. But how exactly do you use ifconfig for network interface configuration? Here is a walkthrough. Installing Net-Tools The ifconfig command doesn’t come installed into Linux distributions by default. Most system administrators will install the package it belongs to when setting things up, but in some cases, it might be missing on your computer....

We have previously written about how to properly configure remote desktop on a Windows 7/8/10 computer and how to setup your router so you can remote into a local computer from outside your network. In Windows, Remote Desktop Connection saves your Remote Desktop credentials, by default. This can be a security hazard, especially if you share the computer you are using to log onto the remote computer. This post explains how to disable the setting that allows Windows to save your credentials....

You can use VoIP when there’s internet but no cell service, or simply to save money on long-distance calls. There are plenty of different VoIP providers to choose from. To help you decide whether Skype is enough for you or you need a more advanced provider like Grasshopper or MessageBird, we’ve put together a list of the top places to get VoIP services to work from home. What Is VoIP & How Does It Work?...

Among the reasons Bluetooth doesn’t work when trying to pair your devices, include the proximity between devices, device compatibility, interference from various sources like WiFi or radio spectrum signals, low battery, or simply because it’s not enabled. We’re going to show you how to resolve when Bluetooth doesn’t work on your computer and smartphone and get them back to working condition. Fix When Bluetooth Doesn’t Work On a Windows PC On a Windows computer, you may experience Bluetooth connection issues due to device compatibility, operating system, or driver and/or software updates....

The GXT 960 is the more budget-friendly of the two, with a smaller (yet no less impressive) design, but both products have a high DPI sensor and adjustable RGB lighting. Putting both products to the test, we’re going to give you a full runthrough on the pros and cons of both gaming mice in this extensive comparison review. Trust GXT 960 Graphin Vs GXT 970 Morfix: Design A gaming mouse should be sturdy, with good ergonomics, plenty of features, and look beautiful on your desk....

What’s funny is the fact that Sony put a safe mode option in the PS4, but Microsoft does not have a comparable option for the Xbox one, even though everyone knows about safe mode from Windows. You can boot the Xbox one in a low resolution mode, but that’s about it. There is no dedicated diagnostic mode for fixing problems. Booting the PS4 into Safe Mode To boot your PS4 into safe mode, just follow the steps below:...

If you’re looking to get a little extra room on your desktop, which of these options (ultrawide vs. dual monitor) is right for you? Ultrawide Vs. Dual Monitor: Setups Defined In case you’re a little confused about the difference between an ultrawide or dual monitor setup, let’s clearly define them before moving on. Ultrawide monitors are simply computer monitors with wider aspect ratios than normal. These days the standard aspect ratio is 16:9....

This data is called EXIF metadata, and accessing it varies from device to device. While there are built-in options for viewing it on macOS and Windows devices, you’ll need to install an app to view it on Android or iOS. If you want to view EXIF metadata on any of these platforms, here’s what you need to do. What Is EXIF Metadata? They say a photo is worth a thousand words—a statement that certainly has some truth when you consider digital photos....

With so many different programming languages to choose from it can be a bit of a chore trying to figure out which ones are worth investing your time in. The short answer would be all of them as each language has its own use in one form or another. But for those who don’t have limitless time, it would be wiser to stick to the more popular choices. New programming languages are popping up all the time but there are few tried and true which have withstood the test of obsolescence....

Software development is complex, and modern applications rely on sophisticated libraries and supporting data to work as expected. This guide will help you understand why runtime errors happen and how to minimize them. What Is a Runtime Error? The term “runtime error” refers to any application error when a program is executed. In other words, it happens to a running program. This is in contrast to errors that happen when a program is compiling....

If you run into a “502 Bad Gateway Error”, the problem is almost certainly an internal server error. It’s essential to understand the problem and, in some cases, there are a few measures you can take to resolve the issue. We’ll explain what this error means and explore ways to get things up and running again. HTTP Status Codes The 502 error code is part of the HTTP error response code set....