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The Google Chromebook is an excellent alternative to traditional PC setups, but some users may miss the look and feel of a Windows machine. If you’re the proud owner of a Chromebook, and yearn for the Microsoft OS experience, you’re in luck. Using a few simple tools, a couple of installs, and some patience, it’s actually not too difficult to get Windows 11 or 10 onto a Chromebook. The process involves several steps though, so we thought it best to build this guide to teach you how to safely and correctly…

Many of us spend a sizable portion of our waking hours at or near our computers, whether it’s for work, socializing, or entertainment. Practically the only time we’re not using a computer, it seems, is while we’re asleep. But how should your computer face those night time hours? Leaving a computer on all the time can be noisy and distracting due to fan noise, and can cost you in electricity. On the other hand, shutting down and restarting a computer regularly could cause your components to fail earlier. So what’s the…

Like any other consoles, the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S aren’t without issues. Even after several years on the market giving Microsoft time to push out updates and fixes, there are still some issues that can crop up. In this guide, we’re going to cover the most common Xbox Series X problems, as well as how to fix them, including: Disc issues: Discs getting stuck in the disc drive, clicking from the disc drive or fan, or discs not playing at all. An Xbox Series X console that won’t turn on No signal to TV or…

If your Windows 11 PC is having issues, one way to troubleshoot those issues is start your PC in Safe Mode. Safe Mode is essentially a very basic version of Windows 11, without all the bells and whistles and only a restricted set of features, drivers, and files. This mode essentially lets you take a look at your computer and helps you figure out exactly what issue is plaguing your PC. But booting into Safe Mode on Windows 11 isn’t as easy as just pressing a single button. You’ll need to navigate through a series of…

If your MacBook is in a restarting death spiral, it’s important not to panic. Any one of the fixes we go through in this article could alleviate your issues. Some of the common causes of looping restart issues on a MacBook include: Out-of-date MacOS Software issues Peripheral devices causing a malfunction Settings that need to be reset A flaw in MacOS that requires reinstallation Before you try any of our suggested solutions, make sure, if at all possible, to back up your MacOS settings and valuable data on an…

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said in an interview that she has faced threats since issuing her decision to remove Donald Trump from the state’s primary ballot on Thursday. “We have received threatening communications, those are unacceptable,” Bellows told CNN’s Kaitlan Collins on Friday. “I certainly worry about the safety of people I love, people around me and people who are charged with protecting me and working alongside me. That being said, we’re a nation of laws and that’s what’s really important.…

Nintendo First impressions are important. That’s true both in people and video game consoles. The first time you boot up a new gaming system can be a magical moment when done right. There’s always a built-in bit of tension anytime you get a new video game console, as you gingerly unbox it and set it up. That prelude can feel like an orchestra tuning its instruments, building anticipation for the moment where you’ll finally get to power it on and hear the opening notes of a long symphony. And I’m not just speaking in…

Spotify may be the most popular music streaming service in the world, with more than 200 million subscribers, easy-to-use interface, some pretty excellent music discovery, and an ever-expanding lineup of fun new features like its AI-driven DJ. But the downside to all that innovation is that there's a longer list of Spotify problems and issues that can occur that can put a damper on your listening session. Lost your playlists? App keeps crashing? Is the sound bad? Accidentally delete a playlist? We've got some simple…

A security breach in March robbed MSI of up to 1.5TB of sensitive data. However, MSI is not the only company impacted. As a result of the breach, Intel is now investigating a major leak of Intel Boot Guard keys. The extent of the damage is still unclear, but the worst-case scenario is that the security feature is now useless on compromised devices — and that’s a pretty lengthy list. This whole fiasco seems to have begun with the MSI data breach that took place earlier this year. The Money Message extortion gang…

Are you growing frustrated by all the cables that are cluttering up your computer setup? You can solve this problem by upgrading to the Dell Inspiron 24 All-in-One PC. It’s already a steal for its original price of $880, so it’s an even better purchase because Dell has slashed its price by $230 to a more affordable $650. Most desktop computer deals don’t last long because of the high demand for dependable PCs, and we expect this one to be gone soon as well. Why you should buy the Dell Inspiron 24 All-in-One PC The…