The most common use of a CDN is for the delivery of images from a website. This is because images are usually the slowest-loading component of a web page. What Is a CDN? A CDN is not a web host. It simply caches the parts of your website that you’ve set up to be served by a CDN. These saved (cached) files are uploaded to all of the different servers across the world....
In some cases, you can reverse or repair file corruption, but that’s not always possible. It’s better to understand why corruption can happen and how you might be able to safeguard against it. What Does It Mean for Files to be Corrupted? A “file” is a collection of related data that should be read as a unit, written in a specific file format. For example, all the data in a Microsoft Office Word file is related to the Word document you created and stored in the ....
But the question is, how exactly do you open TGZ files? Do you need any special software? Or are existing tools on your PC enough? Let’s find out. Introduction to the TAR.GZ File Format A TAR.GZ file is a combination of two different packaging algorithms. The first is tar, short for tape archive. It’s an old utility, invented mainly for accurate data transfer to devices without their own file systems....
What is the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable? Why are there so many copies installed, and can you uninstall any of them? There’s a lot to go through here, so we’ll start with the basics. What Is the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable? Before we get to the C++ part of the explanation, it’s worth talking about what “redistributable” means. Software is distributed as either a lightweight online installer or as a redistributable....
Ultimately, the purpose of every generation of Superfetch has been the same: to increase the performance of Windows by preloading apps you frequently use into RAM before you need to use them. But what is Superfetch? How Does Superfetch (Sysmain) Work? In the latest versions of Windows 10, the Superfetch service now shows up under the name SysMain. In the Task Manager, it shows up as Service Host: SysMain. If you’re running an older version of Windows 10 or any version of Windows 7 or 8, this will show up in the Task Manager as Service Host: Superfetch....
In a network environment, the Group Policy Editor is used to configure everything from what programs are allowed to run to desktop customization. It does this in partnership with the Active Directory. For the average Windows 10 user who doesn’t have Active Directory, we can still use Local Group Policy Objects (LGPOs) to configure our computers. Where Do I Find the Windows 10 Group Policy Editor? If you have Windows 10 Home edition, you don’t have the Group Policy Editor....
The WMI Provider Host process shouldn’t usually cause concern, as without it, Windows won’t work properly. If wmiprvse.exe has problems, however, then that could point to deeper issues, such as a malware infection. Here’s everything you need to know about the WMI Provider Host process in Windows 10. What Is WMI Provider Host in Windows 10? The WMI (Windows Management Instrumentation) Provider Host process acts as an information relay, offering information on how Windows is currently running to various running software and system services that request it....
Sometimes it’s simply a question of not having enough bars on the signal meter. At other times, it seems like the signal is strong, but the connection isn’t working correctly. If you’re having trouble getting good WiFi performance, perhaps one of these hot tips will bring back the internet goodness. Map Out WiFi Weak Spots Radio waves and light are both part of the same electromagnetic spectrum. The only real difference is that our eyes aren’t sensitive to radio waves, so we can’t see them....
A game crash with exit code 1 can also be caused by things like outdated video drivers or mod conflicts, or even an incorrect launcher path. So here are all the methods of fixing these issues in Minecraft Java Edition. Fix 1: Reinstall Java As the error code 1 primarily pertains to a Java configuration issue, that is the first thing to fix. Many guides will tell you to modify the Java executable path, though we recommend simply reinstalling Java completely....
Unlike Windows and Mac operating systems, which have a wide range of email clients, choosing the right one for ChromeOS can be confusing. The default Gmail offers a clean interface and can be accessed from anywhere, but it’s not the only web-based email client for Chromebook. We’ve listed a few other options with distinct features for accessing your mail from your regular email address along with notifications and security....
In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to fix the “Aw, Snap!” error in Chrome. These fixes apply to both mobile and computer—Android, iOS, Windows and macOS. 1. Reload the Page Refreshing the webpage will resolve the error five out of ten times. If you’re using Chrome on your computer, press F5 on your keyboard or select the Refresh icon next to the address bar to reload the page. The Control + R (in Windows) or Command + R (in macOS) keyboard shortcuts will also refresh the page....
Some people are fine with using a default or blank wallpaper on their desktop. Be it for minimalist or performance reasons, it’s a personal choice. However, for people with style, that’s not an option. For many of us, our desktop is the centerpiece of an office. Who wants it to be impersonal and boring? In this article, let’s go over seven of the most aesthetic wallpaper websites to help make your desktop more visually appealing....
Sometimes the Avast user interface fails to load, or the program just won’t open. Following are the reasons why Avast may not open: Incompatibility issues that may lead to BSOD errors Driver conflicts with other apps A broken Avast installation that may have been corrupted The service stops running properly What to Do When Avast Doesn’t Open on Windows 10 If you’re using a Windows 10 PC, you have Windows Defender by default, but Avast provides the following:...
Four years later, modern VR has advanced an astonishing amount. The few rough edges that remained when headsets like the Oculus Rift were first launched have been largely sanded off. However, finding the best VR headset today can be a minefield of unfamiliar technical terms and designs. Which is why we think this is the perfect time to put out a simple, sensible VR buyer’s guide. What You’ll Find In This Guide In order to help you find the information that you need more quickly, here’s a breakdown of what to expect in this guide:...
The most immediate solution would be to purchase an upgrade to your hardware, but when budget is a concern, you can use these tips to get the very most out of an old machine on its last legs. Understand Your Limitations and Limit Graphics Before we get started, it’s very important that you taper your expectations a little bit. There’s no hack that will let you smoothly play high end games on a low end PC, so you’ll have to make some sacrifice as far as performance goes....
Mainly, USB drives are more reliable and effective than discs, but like discs, most USB drives are singularly purposed. Because each client may have a different operating system preference, you may have to deploy several different operating systems at random times. For example, one client may want a clean install of Windows 7 Ultimate and another client may want you to install Ubuntu for them. Usually, this involves owning several USB drives, you may have a Windows 7 boot drive, a Ubuntu boot drive, a CentOS boot drive, etc… If you want to cut down on all of the drives, you can consolidate your bootable OSs into one USB drive that can be used to deploy multiple, different operating systems....
Today, your phone can become infected with a virus in much the same way as your computer, though the warning signs for a virus on your computer may be slightly different. Android phones are more susceptible to malware because they run on open-source code, and also because of the delays in carriers rolling out updates. These updates often contain fixes to vulnerabilities and bugs in the operating system, which is why you need an extra layer of protection....
In this article, we’re going to focus on the “can’t connect to the Steam network” error that seems to pop up at the worst times possible. If you can’t connect to Steam you can’t play with friends, you can’t log into your favorite MMORPG, and you’re going to feel extremely frustrated. So here are the most common fixes to help you get back in the game. 1. Check Your Internet Connection This might seem obvious, but it’s easy to overlook basic connection errors....
This article will highlight 11 troubleshooting fixes to try if Google Drive is not working on your Chromebook. 1. Check Your Internet Connection You cannot sync files to Google Drive on your Chromebook without an internet connection. So the first step is to confirm that your Chromebook has internet access. Visit any website on your device and check if the page loads. You can connect other devices to the same network as your Chromebook and check if the internet works for those devices as well....
Of the three, JavaScript is the most advanced. It adds dynamic functionality to web pages, which make them much more complex and interactive. Without JavaScript, some of your favorite websites wouldn’t be possible. In this article, let’s break down what JavaScript is, how it works, and the many uses for it online. What Is JavaScript? JavaScript is a scripting language. HTML, one of its most popular relatives, is a markup language....
