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Dial-up networking technology allows PCs and other network devices to connect to remote networks over standard telephone lines, and it is still available in some markets. When the World Wide Web exploded in popularity during the 1990s, dial-up was the most common type of internet service available, but much faster broadband internet services soon replaced it. Using a Dial-Up Network Getting online via dial-up works the same today as it did during those early days of the web....

LensDirect Madison Blue Light Blocking Glasses Multiple frames available High-index lenses offered Easy ordering online Can be expensive with higher prescriptions No low bridge options Needed minor adjusting The price can add up, but LensDirect’s BluDefend puts forth a solid pair of blue light blocking glasses. Frame Design Lenses Fit Price LensDirect BluDefend vs. Gunnar Intercept Final Verdict Specs LensDirect provided us with a review unit for one of our writers to test....

It’s been a few weeks since the release of Office 2013 and the response is somewhat mixed because Microsoft is trying something new, that is, a subscription-based model with Office 365 to get access to one of the most popular office suite of applications in the world, instead of continue licensing the software with the same benefits like in previous versions. Now, if you’re not in favor of paying a yearly subscription ($99) or you simply feel that $219....

No, no please don’t shoot! Of course, all Linux distro are great and should be taken seriously. But Linux is also different in many ways, especially when it comes to jokes and pranks. For this article, I will show you a short list of examples of this “Linux Humor.” 1. Killing Daemons You probably know that we do not “terminate” a process in Linux. Instead, we “kill” it. It is crude, and kind of funny in itself, but no one perceives the humor anymore because it is so widespread....

For a long time, the Mac computer was known as the mainstream operating system of choice if you didn’t want malware. It was even a marketing point in the early “Mac vs. PC” advertisements, where the Mac character would boast about the lack of viruses found on Macs. Unfortunately, that trend came to an end in 2019. Malwarebytes keeps a log on how many infections it detects per operating system, and for the first time ever, Macs saw a higher infection rate than PCs....

The recreated Mafia: Definitive Edition has updated everything from its original release to make it a modern-day hardware game. It brings us the fun of playing the crime game with enhanced graphics, weapons, and other items while keeping the core gameplay design to the 1990s. Whether you have completed the game or not, having a look at the Free Ride mode in Mafia: Definitive Edition is a great way to spend some extra hours exploring the Lost Heaven World....

Windows 8 has lots of interesting features, and these features are also working more efficiently when compared to the older versions like Vista and 7. Automatic maintenance is one such feature which runs in the background and ensures that your Windows 8 PC is running in top shape. As the name implies, automatic maintenance runs automatically, and unfortunately Microsoft hasn’t provided any way to disable this feature. What automatic maintenance does is to update your PC, scan for viruses and potentially harmful files, disk defragmentation, system diagnostics, etc....

Microsoft launches its Defender app for its Microsoft 365 subscribers. The security app is available for Windows, Apple, and Android devices. Microsoft Defender offers a unified dashboard to manage protection for all your devices. The available features will depend on the platform and won’t replace existing protection on the device. After many months of testing, Microsoft is finally releasing its new Microsoft Defender cross-platform app on Windows 11, 10, Android, macOS, and iOS....

Project Reunion version 0.5 available for developers. Project Reunion unifies the development of Win32 and UWP apps to build apps that run across multiple devices. Version 1.0 is expected to arrive during the fourth quarter of 2021. Microsoft has made available version 0.5 of Project Reunion for Windows 10 developers to make it easier to build apps. On Windows 10, Project Reunion is the evolution of how developers will continue to build apps, but it is not a new app platform....

New Year’s comes at the end of a hectic time, so why not use the free templates available in Microsoft Office to lighten the load of party preparations? To find them, open any Office program and go to File > New > Search for Online Templates and type in New Year’s. Also, try Microsoft’s Best Winter Templates for templates suitable for other occasions this time of year. New Year’s Eve or Day Fireworks Menu Template for Word This New Year’s fireworks menu template for Microsoft Word is a festive addition to your New Year’s party....

Microsoft unveiled the new Xbox One S during the E3 2016 game conference. The new console is 40 percent smaller than the current version with a completely new design. It also includes support for 4K video playback, up to 2TB of internal storage, and support for HDR for content and games. At the “YouTube Live at E3 2016” show, Microsoft Xbox’s Larry Hryb and Carl Ledbetter exclusively made the first unboxing of the Xbox One S....

One of the biggest games to form part of the PlayStation 5’s launch is Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales. If your main experience of Spider-Man is via the movies or other games, you might be wondering ‘who is Miles Morales?’. Read on and we’ll tell you all about Miles and his importance to the Spider-Man universe so that you’re ready to swing your way into the exciting world of Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales fully equipped with everything you need to know....

Torn between the two music-streaming services? Or have you decided to stick with Apple Music despite the $9.99 monthly subscription fee (for the individual account)? If you have finally decided to move your Spotify playlist, there are two ways to do it: Applefy and STAMP. Applefy Applefy is an app from GitHub which was once exclusive for developers. As an open-source product, it was reworked and made available for end-users. Download Applefy from GitHub, and follow the instructions (source: from the developer)....

This article explains the best and easiest way to switch from Samsung to iPhone without losing data. While there are lots of way to change smartphone platforms and rather than listing every single one—some of which take too many steps or too much time—just follow these tips. What to Know The easiest way to switch from Samsung to iPhone is with Apple’s free Move to iOS Android app.Move to iOS copies photos, messages, contacts, and other key data from your Samsung to your new iPhone....

There are a few frightening things that can happen while using your computer. Of all of them, the blue screen of death may just be the scariest. The name alone makes you feel there may be no redemption for the computer device. There is not just one cause of the blue screen of death, and if you pay attention closely, there is always a message appended when this system breakdown happens....

Chromium is an open-source browser developed by Google. Many Windows 10 users trust this application. You can trust Chromium for an effective browsing experience with minimalistic features. Yet when you try to uninstall Chromium for any reason, you may face some errors during the process, or you may fail to uninstall it completely from your PC. This would make you think is Chromium a Virus. You will get an answer to this question....

As you are dropped into the 10th Nordic realm in Valheim, you will find that you have to fend and make stuff for yourself. This is where your workbench comes in handy and you learn the necessity of having an upgraded workplace. In this guide, you can read about how to create and upgrade Workbench in Valheim to Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4 to unlock new crafting recipes....

The Shunt Boost effectively transforms the car into a wrecking ball that is almost certain to demolish anyone who dares to drive alongside the player. Are you a GTA 5 user wondering how to use shunt boost in GTA 5? If you are someone looking for more information related to shunt jump in GTA 5, stay tuned until the end. We are bringing you a helpful guide that will resolve all your queries, like if can you have shunt boost and vertical jump and can you have shunt boost and vertical jump....

This article explains how to use Siri on iPhone 13—using Siri on iPhone 13 works much like using Siri on other iPhones. The following steps will work on all iPhones running iOS 15, the iOS version launched with the iPhone 13. What to Know To use Siri on iPhone, Siri has first to be set up on your own iPhone.Once set up, say “Hey Siri,” followed by your question or command....

Before finalizing any travel plans, we usually check the travel time & distance, and if it is a road trip, directions along with the traffic situation. While there are a plethora of GPS and navigation applications available on both Android and iOS, Google Maps reigns supreme and is the first choice for checking all the aforementioned details. Most navigation applications, including Google Maps, require a steady internet connection for their operation....