In addition, each of the transfer options available for moving text messages from iPhone to Android will vary based on the make and model of the Android phone. Some Android phones may require an adapter or cable while others can only work with third-party tools. How to Transfer Text Messages from iPhone to Android Before you can move your text messages, it’s important to keep a backup in case your phone stops working during the file transfer....

The main issues one may have with a digital video recorder (DVR) is that you’re stuck with whatever capabilities come included with the device. That, on top of the additional charges tacked on to your monthly ISP bill, can turn people away altogether. So why not just build your own? Building your own DVR is not as daunting as one may believe. With a few pieces of off-the-shelf equipment, you can forego paying the monthly service fee that generally accompanies the use of such a feature....

There are a few ways you can use a video as your wallpaper on a Windows 10 PC. Several third-party apps, including VLC, allow you to apply video wallpapers to your desktop background. There are also specialist video background apps available that allow you to apply custom video backgrounds to your desktop as well. Also, check out our YouTube channel from our sister site where we go through the steps in a short video....

In this article, you’ll learn how to create a quick recording using the WPR. You should launch this recording during an event where you want to test the performance of your computer. This could be launching a game or other application or even running a program you’ve written. Then, we’ll cover how to use the WPA tool to read and analyze that data file for troubleshooting purposes. Installing and Launching Microsoft Windows ADK Tools The first step to install both the WPA and WPR is to install Windows ADK from Microsoft’s download page for the Windows Performance Toolkit....

Twitch currently doesn’t have an official channel available for Roku, but some workarounds enable you to access your favorite streaming app on your various Roku devices. Use the Official Twitch Channel on Roku Twitch had an official channel available for Roku, but it has now been discontinued. However, there’s still a way to get that old and official Twitch channel on your Roku. Connect to Unofficial Twitch Channel You can use an unofficial channel called Unofficial Twitch to get the official Twitch channel on your Roku device....

But is it really better than a powerful fan with a good heatsink? This article will examine the different methods for keeping your CPU at a nice, comfortable temperature and dig into the temperature differences between the different cooling methods. Factors To Consider There are multiple factors to consider when purchasing a cooling solution for your CPU, but the main factor is clear – performance. The absolute last thing you want is your CPU overheating, as this can lead to permanent damage to the entire system....

Learning how to ban or kick someone out of your Discord server is especially useful for those who manage public Discord servers that anyone can join. Find out how to ban or unban a user on Discord and create a more efficient community for yourself and other users. Should You Kick or Ban a User on Discord? If someone’s disruptive on your Discord server, you have two options to deal with them: you can kick them or ban them....

Did you know that even your operating system isn’t exempt from such practices? Microsoft collects as much, if not more, data on your personal habits and usage patterns through Windows. To stop this intrusion on your privacy, you can utilize applications like O&O ShutUp10. But what exactly is this app? How does it work? Is it safe to use? This article will answer all of these questions. Why Do You Need O&O ShutUp10?...

Not so with Outlook 2016 or any previous version of Outlook. Nothing is stored in the cloud and therefore everything is based on local files. That is true for the autocomplete suggestion feature also. Basically, every time you type in a name or an email address in Outlook, it stores this into a file and so the next time you type that name or email, it will autocomplete it for you....

Once you learn how to use the random number functions, you can do things like generating dummy sample data to test calculations, choosing the order of players for a game, picking winners for a contest, and many other things. Random Number Generator Functions in Excel The two functions in Excel that work to create random numbers include RAND, RANDBETWEEN, and RANDARRAY. RAND: Returns a random number between 0 and 1....

Previously, we have written about how to How to install Ubuntu in VirtualBox. We have now discovered that VirtualBox is available in a portable version that you can install on a USB Drive. Download Portable-VirtualBox from vbox.me. The file is a self-extracting .zip file. Install Portable VirtualBox Run the executable you downloaded and extract the contents of the file to your external USB drive. A Portable-VirtualBox folder is created on your USB drive....

Not quite. Firstly, ReadyBoost is no replacement for actually adding additional physical RAM to your computer. That’s a fact. Now will it help with the performance of your machine? Yes, but it depends. Overall in my use, I’ve not seen a huge difference using ReadyBoost while working in Windows. For example, opening programs like Office, Adobe, etc. Those have pretty much remained the same with or without ReadyBoost. It does help with boot up times for some reason....

Microsoft Windows 11 makes a strong pitch for itself with added functionalities like the ability to install Android apps from the Microsoft Store directly or added control over virtual desktops. 1. Windows 11 Isn’t Perfect Previous versions of Windows made some bold changes. For instance, Windows Vista introduced the glassy look with Windows Aero, Windows 8 introduced the snap layouts, and Windows 10 introduced the Action Center. However, Windows 11 is primarily, though not entirely, a reskinning of Windows 10, and many users are disliking some of those design changes....

In this guide, we’ll explain what mrt.exe means and what it does. Likewise, you’ll learn how to determine if you have a safe copy of the file on your PC. What Is mrt.exe? mrt.exe is the executable file for the Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool. You’ll find this file on every computer running the Windows operating system. Microsoft designed the Malicious Software Removal Tool to occasionally scan your computer for popular malware, viruses, and worms....

When it comes to WiFi security, there are really only a couple of options you have, especially if you are setting up a home wireless network. The three big security protocols today are WEP, WPA, and WPA2. The two big algorithms that are used with these protocols are TKIP and AES with CCMP. I’ll explain some of these concepts in more detail below. Which Security Option to Pick? If you don’t care about all the technical details behind each one of these protocols and just want to know which one to select for your wireless router, then check out the list below....

However, a computer is a complex system, so how should you know which components need upgrading? What should you upgrade on your PC? The Weakest Link The ideal computer is built from a mix of components that are well matched to each other. You don’t want a situation where one component is holding the entire system back because it can’t keep up. This issue is the bane of pre-built computers, especially budget models....

That’s really cool, but when I first installed Windows 7 onto my computer, my thumbnails previews were not working. All I was getting were the text descriptions! That wasn’t going to work! No thumbnail previews on the Windows 7 taskbar! After tinkering around for awhile and trying a bunch of different things, I finally got the thumbnails to show up on my system! In this article, I’m going to walk you through the different methods to fix this problem in Windows 7....

Note: Microsoft has removed all gadgets from Windows 8.1 and Windows 10. If you want gadgets back, you have to install them using a third-party tool. The one we recommend is 8GadgetPack. It’s virus, malware and spyware free. Also, a better option than gadgets is Rainmeter. Unfortunately, there is no official Microsoft gadget gallery for Windows 8. By default, there are 8 gadgets that come built-in with Windows 8:...

Modern discs quite often have copy protection built in but there is one software program which is often quite good at bypassing that protection and delivers a high quality HD copy of your movie or TV show. That app is called MakeMKV. It is free for DVD discs but for Blu-Rays, you have to pay for an activation key after a 30 day trial period. Ripping Your Discs With MakeMKV MakeMKV – as the name implies – generates a MKV file of your disc....

The problem could stem from your PC, the printer, or the connection between both devices. This tutorial highlights ten likely troubleshooting measures for printers that won’t print. 1. Check Paper Tray and Printer Connection Many printer models won’t print if there’s a loose USB connection or if they’re out of ink or paper. Verify your printer’s ink levels, clean the printhead, fill the paper tray, and avoid using substandard paper....