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13 DIY Fixes for Common Computer and Laptop Problems

What’s wrong with your computer? Has your PC stopped booting, or does your laptop crash after an hour or so every single time you switch it on? Perhaps there’s a problem with the power cable, or maybe your mouse isn’t working properly — or worse, you’ve spilt coffee on the keyboard. The default option for… read more »

The 7 Most Common Tactics Used To Hack Passwords

When you hear “security breach,” what springs to mind? A malevolent hacker sitting in front of screens with Matrix digital text streaming down? Or a basement dwelling teenager who hasn’t seen daylight in three weeks? How about a powerful supercomputer attempting to hack the entire world? The reality is that all of those situations can come… read more »

The 7 Most Common Chromebook Errors and How to Fix Them

Chromebooks are delightfully robust machines. Things rarely go wrong, and they can take a real hammering before they eventually give up the ghost. It puts them in stark contrast to most Windows laptops and Macs. And because Chromebooks are so cheap, it’s not the end of the world if your laptop does go to the… read more »

8 Common Camera Problems You Can Fix in Lightroom

No camera or lens is perfect. Whether you’re using a smartphone or a high-end DSLR, they all have their own quirks and limitations. Fortunately, you don’t have to live with them. In this guide, we’ll take a look at some of the most common camera problems, including: Dust on the sensor. Stuck or dead pixels…. read more »

7 Worst Tips and Common Mistakes in Salary Negotiations

There’s one meeting that stresses all of us out: salary negotiations. It doesn’t matter whether you’re interviewing for a new job or you’ve been at your current job for years, While it may be tempting to avoid that awkward conversation all together and take the first figure that gets thrown out at you, this is… read more »

Don’t Let These 8 Common macOS Issues Bother You Anymore

A while ago we gave you quick fixes for 11 common Mac problems and quirks. Today, we’ll take a look at workarounds for eight more potential macOS annoyances. Keep in mind that not all the issues listed here are system glitches. Some of them are features that are either less than ideal or don’t align with how… read more »

macOS Sierra Installation Issues? Fix Common Mac Upgrade Problems

There are a range of problems that can occur when upgrading your operating system. This applies to both computers and mobile devices, which is why it’s imperative you back up your data before clicking the Install button. But how do you spot a frozen installation? What can you do if your Mac runs out of space mid-install? And how… read more »

How to Correct Common Color Problems in Photoshop

Along with adjusting the brightness and contrast of your images, fixing color problems is one of the most common edits you’ll need to do. Digital images just don’t look good straight out of a camera. Color is one of the most complex topics in photography. There have been hundreds of books written on color theory, how different colors… read more »

5 Common VPN Myths and Why You Shouldn’t Believe Them

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a decades-old technology that allows any computer to securely connect to a remote server in distant location, yet appear as though it’s connected locally. Most of you would already be familiar with VPNs and probably use one to circumvent geo-restrictions, engage in P2P activities, or otherwise remain anonymous online. Although… read more »

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