Path of Exile is a Free-to-Play video game developed by Grinding Studio Games. It is one of the best in the genre and offers thrilling gameplay and some captivating graphics. However, several users have reported that Path of Exile is not recognizing the graphics card.
This affects the in-game graphics and the overall experience of users. For a game that boasts of high-end graphics, an issue with the graphics card can be problematic.
So, without further ado, let’s walk through all there is to know about why Path of Exile is not recognizing your graphics card and the most effective solutions for it.
Why is my game not using my graphics card?
This is primarily the case on computers with two sets of graphic cards installed, the integrated and the dedicated one. Here, users often find PoE using integrated graphics rather than dedicated graphics. This could be due to a bug, improper selection, or misconfigured settings.
Other than that, you could have wrongly configured the dedicated Graphics Card settings through its native Control Panel. If that’s the case, you can manually set things such that Path of Exile starts using the integrated graphics.
Also, for some users, when the power-saving mode kicked in on their laptop, the device automatically switched to integrated graphics. So, you will have to check for this as well.
Do you need a good computer for Path of Exile?
You don’t need a computer with high-end specifications to run Path of Exile. A decent one should do the job but you must have a good dedicated graphics card.
In case you are planning to install PoE or believe that your video card does not meet the requirements to run Path of Exile, check the graphic requirements below:
Processor: Quad core 2.6GHz x86-compatible
Graphics: ATI Radeon™ HD 7850 or NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 650 Ti
RAM: 8 GB
DirectX: DirectX Version 11
What can I do if POE doesn’t recognize my GPU?
1. Manually set Path of Exile to use the dedicated graphics
NOTE
We have listed the steps for Nvidia Control Panel and it should provide you with a basic understanding of the concept. In case you are using another graphics card and are unsure of the process, check its official website for the exact steps.
Launch the Nvidia Control Panel, and select Manage 3D settings from the navigation pane on the left.
Go to the Program Settings tab.
Choose Path of Exile from the Select a program to customize dropdown menu. If it’s not listed there, click on the Add button, locate the game launcher file, and add it.
Next, select High-performance Nvidia processor from the Select the preferred graphics processor for this program dropdown menu.
Finally, click on Apply at the bottom to save the changes.
If the dedicated graphics card is not listed in Path of Exile, you can switch it using the dedicated Control Panel. This worked for a lot of users who were wondering how to Disable Intel HD graphics and use Nvidia.
Also, the in-game settings might still show that the integrated graphic card is currently selected, but that’s not the case, and you should notice the change in graphics right away.
Press Windows + S to launch the Search menu, enter Control Panel in the text field, and click on the relevant search result.
Click on System and Security here.
Next, click on Power Options.
Now, select the High Performance power plan from the ones listed here.
Once done, restart the computer for the changes to come into effect, and Nvidia should now start recognizing the graphics card on your computer.
How do I change what graphics card a game uses?
For that, you can either use the in-game settings or the dedicated Control Panel for the graphics card.
However, oftentimes, the in-game settings, due to some issue, do not list all the available graphics cards, which is why you will have to use the dedicated Control Panel.
The changes made through the Control Panel reflect immediately and are far more effective. So this should be your preferred option.
These are all the ways you can fix issues when Path of Exile does not recognize your graphics card. Doing this ensures good performance in the game and avoids related errors like Failed to connect to instance.
Also, these methods would work on other games as well.
Besides, here’s how to fix common issues with Path of Exile, including sudden crashes, or problems with the connection and sound, among others.
Do not forget to tell us which fix worked and your review of Path of Exile, in the comments section below.
Chris Charla, head of ID@Xbox, recently sat down to talk about the state of indie gaming during a GI Live: Online event. During the stream Charla noted that independent games have come a long way since their early days, saying “I date that 2008 launch of Castle Crashers as the beginning of an indie Golden Age. 14 years in and that Golden Age hasn’t stopped.”
He added, “As time’s gone on, what we’ve seen is independent developers start to occupy every niche that has ever been successful in the history of game development.”
Charla noted that indie games started out largely with 2D side scrolling games like Braid and Castle Crashers, that took inspiration from 8- and 16-bit games, and from there indie development slowly expanded to larger teams making more sophisticated games with a higher level of graphical fidelity.
“Now we’re on Gen 9 with our consoles, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and we see small developers, making games that are super competitive,” Charla says in the stream. “It’s amazing to see independent devs have caught up and are producing Gen 9-quality games.” He points to the 2021 snowboarding game Shredders as an independently created title that pushes the boundaries of the current hardware.
Charla also thinks that independent developers have a chance to steer where the gaming industry is heading. One recent example Charla gave was a conversation he had with a AAA developer who stated a desire to make a game like Hades – an award-winning independently developed roguelike dungeon crawler.
“I do think that for independent developers, it’s a great time to think about not just being part of the games industry, but where they help lead the industry next. This is one of the big reasons Xbox is proactively working with indie devs with new technologies and business models. The ID@Azure program is all about this democratization of development and giving indies access to technologies that would typically be reserved for AAA companies.”
“And we know that when we give independent developers access to our tools and technology, right back from Xbox 360 days… no one would have guessed that Castle Crashers was going to be the game on 360. No one could have guessed that a 1930s-style, hand drawn side-scrolling boss rush platformer was going be a thing that people wanted to play. But Cuphead came out it was this amazing success. So when we give developers access to the power of the cloud, I think we’re going to see similar mind blowing things from them. And so we have to do it.”
And what does ID@Xbox get in return for all its support of small and independent developers? Fantastic games. It’s hard to argue that video games industry in general has benefitted from the accompanying influx of creativity that has come with the influx of independent developers making “smaller” games, whereas big studios making massively-budgeted AAA titles that take years to develop can afford little risk with their products. Indie gaming has long been seen as the industry bastion of creativity and innovative game concepts.
“I see the future is really independent developers having the opportunity to lead where the industry is going.”
These days, there’s a chance that you’re not buying a monitor for just work or gaming. You’re probably going to hook it up to a PC for your day-to-day productivity, as well as other devices, maybe a gaming console like an Xbox, or even a streaming stick for multimedia.
Dell has all kinds of monitors that you can choose for each of those tasks, but I was recently sent over the Dell 32 4K UHD Gaming Monitor for review. In two and a half weeks of use, I feel as though even though this is a gaming monitor at heart, it is still perfect for productivity, too. Features like the 4K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, and 120Hz refresh for supported consoles, support for HDR, all make this one of the best Dell gaming monitors I’ve reviewed.
Specs & Pricing
The Dell 32 4K UHD Gaming Monitor retails for $1,100, but you can find it for closer to $825 when on sale at Dell.com. For that price, you’re getting a lot of bang for your buck. You’re getting a display with a massive 32-inch 3840 x 2160 resolution LCD LED TFT panel with an anti-glare coating. That resolution adds up to 138 pixels per inch. This is actually the only 4K branded monitor in Dell’s Gaming lineup and the first 4K Dell Gaming monitor that supports 144Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.1
Note that the monitor also supports up to 144Hz refresh rates, across both HDMI 2.1 as well as the DisplayPort 1.4 ports (you must use a compatible cable.) There’s even a picture in picture mode, which I’ll get into later. Of course, you do get AMD Freesync, too, since this is a gaming display.
And what about those numbers behind the display? According to our colorimeter, the monitor supports a peak brightness of 600 cd/m2, with the optional range being around 400. It also hits 95% of the DCI-P3 color gamut and, 99% of the sRGB range. Contrast is rated at 1000:1. There’s also a vertical viewing angle of 178 degrees. Response time is rated at 1ms in the Extreme Mode.
If you’re curious about dimensions, it measures 28.6 inches x 2.7 inches x 16.8 inches. There’s also the support for swiveling and tilting the monitor. You can tilt from -5 degrees to 21 degrees, and swivel from -30 degrees to 30 degrees. Height can go up to 3.9 inches. With the stand the width of the monitor is 28.6 inches, the depth is 9.7 inches, and the height is 18.07 inches to 22.01 inches. Weight comes in at 20.3 pounds.
Setup is simple and easy, as always. Just screw the stand into the base with the pre-inserted screw tab (no tools required) and then snap the display into the back of the stand.
Design
I’ve reviewed Dell’s dedicated non-Alienware-branded gaming monitors in the past. The design across the mainstream Dell Gaming lineup is pretty much standard. Basically, a monitor that has gaming aesthetics, but isn’t over the top, and can fit in with any setup. The Dell 32 4K UHD Gaming Monitor is no different.
Like the others, this one sports a black-colored plastic finish on the front and back end, as well as the stand. It has nice curves and clean angular cuts on the base. There are also the vents in the back, which Dell says can improve the thermal regulation. Not to forget, the single color backlight, which glows in blue and added a nice touch to my white desk when gaming at night. Oh, and there are also the three-sided narrow bezels, which let you fit more on your screen.
Like I’ve said in previous reviews this design feels right at home on my desk. It is definitely clean-looking. I had the monitor right next to my Xbox Series X, and it just blends right in with it, matching the matte-black look of the console. It even contrasts nicely with the silver finish from when my Surface Laptop Studio and Mac Mini sit on my desk.
Ports & Buttons
As we touched on at the top of the review, included on this monitor are a variety of ports. The main port for connectivity includes 2 x HDMI (ver 2.1) and 1 x DisplayPort (ver 1.4.) There are also 2 x SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) downstream ports on the front bottom, one with charging capability at 2 amps max.
Other than that, you’ll find 1 X SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) upstream port on the rear, and 1 x headphone-out port on the bottom. I really do like the inclusion of the headphone jack. This means that you can plug your favorite speaker into the front of the monitor and make your gaming experience even more immersive. It’s a huge plus, for me in avoiding using headsets or headphones, considering that there are no in-built speakers on this monitor.
For a gaming monitor, this is a great mix of ports. I had my Xbox Series X hooked up on one of the HDMI ports, to get the 120Hz maximum refresh rate supported by the console. Dell says this monitor has a “Console Mode” that can detect the attached console and push out the right refresh rate.
The Display Port, though, (and HDMI, too) can also support up to 144Hz, so if you hook it up on a PC using a cable that supports it, you’ll get an even higher refresh rate, making your content seem fluent and fresh. This is what I did with my Surface Laptop Studio. As I get into later, I enjoyed it for my video editing and productivity.
As far as buttons go, this monitor has the signature joystick controls that are becoming more common on Dell’s products. That’s in addition to the three physical buttons below the stick. A single click on the Joystick brings up the main menu, letting you navigate to the different modes for the Game mode, adjust brightness and contrast, switch input, change display settings, and tweak the PIP mode, audio, and menu. It’s quite simple and easy to use, and I am glad Dell is making this the standard on more displays.
Note that these menus also have a place for you to swap between color spaces and game settings. This builds on the uniformity compensation feature and helps to dynamically balance the screen to offer uniform color and brightness so you can be confident in the quality of your work.
Gaming performance on console and PC
I tested the Dell 32 4K UHD Gaming Monitor in three different ways. For PC gaming, I played Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020, as this is one of the most stressful games on hardware. For console gaming, I played Forza Motorsport 7 on my Xbox Series X, which is optimized for the next-gen console. Outside of that, I also used the monitor day to day for productivity, as well as for video editing.
In PC gaming, the monitor performed well and beyond expectations. Flight Simulator is a very intense game, with scenery always changing. I noticed no lag or tear, even in the Top Gun: Maverick missions, where you need to fly low over ever-changing landscapes. If there’s one way to describe the experience I had there, I’d say as life-like, but without the G-forces and motion sickness from sitting in an actual cockpit.
Over on Forza on my Xbox Console, I felt like I was suddenly a top-tier racer. In taking a Corvette around the Daytona International Speedway, the HDR support, and 120Hz refresh made the scenery feel life-like, down to the reflections of the sun on the car. I’ve never quite felt this immersed when racing before. It even improved my racing skills, as small details that matter in the car like the rear-view mirror and side mirrors were lit up properly, without too many shadows. I definitely see where HDR comes into play here, with increased brightness and detail in otherwise dark scenes.
As far as it comes to productivity, I could not be happier. 4K resolution meant I could fit up to four Microsoft Edge windows side by side. I found myself using my Surface Laptop Studio more in the closed mode because of this. I depended more on the monitor, as I could fit so much more on my screen. The 144Hz refresh rate also meant that Windows felt as lively as ever, including the motions of the Start Menu. And for video editing? It’s a dream, with clips playing super smooth, and my video timeline moving without any stutter. HDR adds to that mix, with text looking super sharp and clear.
All in all, this is my dream monitor as it checks all the boxes that I needed. That’s 120Hz refresh for console gaming, 4K resolution for video editing and gaming and productivity, and 144Hz for PC gaming. Not to forget, the headphone jack for connecting speakers.
PIP & extra feature
I touched on all the “main” features of this monitor, but there are some extras here, too. Of those extra features is the cool picture in picture or picture by picture mode. This lets you have two inputs on your screen at the same time. You can resize the inputs through the menu and make one bigger or smaller to a variety of percentage sizes, and also swap the audio.
I found this useful when gaming, as I had my PC input on one side of the screen, and Xbox on the other. Following guides for the weekly Microsoft Rewards quest was easy because of this, as I could see both the video, as well as my game at the same time. Dell provided me with other scenarios where this could come into play. Examples include keeping up with a stream chat, catching up on podcasts, and more. All that said, this monitor can definitely help you get more done.
Buy it now for the best
There’s no shortage of 32-inch 4K gaming monitors in the market. You can find plenty of these at your local BestBuy and the Gigabyte M32U is a good alternative for the same price. However, the Dell 32 4K UHD Gaming Monitor G3223Q is special. You can use it for both your productivity as well as gaming thanks to the 120Hz and 144Hz support, and when you want to combine the two, there’s an amazing PIP mode that you can use. This is a monitor that I’d love to keep and buy for my own use, I don’t say that very often.
Windows 11 comes up with some new design features that are quite different from what we were used to in the previous OS.
Unlike Windows 10, the newest taskbar is default set on the desktop center. However, one of the most impressive attributes is that Windows 11 allows you to pin apps to the Start menu.
Thus, such an option seems to focus more on the users’ needs and choices. In these terms, you can set the most used apps and access them quickly.
This guide will show you how to easily do it, so make sure you look at our recommendations. But first, let’s see how you can customize the Start menu in Windows 11.
How can I customize the Windows 11 Start menu?
Click the Start button and select Settings.
Now click on the Personalization option from the left pane and select Start from the right.
You can now toggle On or Off the options to see the recently added apps, the most used apps or the recently opened ones.
There is also the Folders option to customize which folders you want to see next to the Power button from the Start menu.
In the next window, you can toggle the desired folders to On.
As you can see, we’ve selected the Network and the Settings folders and now you can get them right near the Power button.
There are not so many options to customize the Start menu in Windows 11 but you’ll surely find the suitable method for the desired result.
How can I easily pin apps to Start menu in Windows 11?
1. Use the general menu
Click on the Start button, then select the All apps button, from the top-right corner.
Search for the app you want to pin, right-click on it, then select the Pin to Start option.
2. Select the Pin to Start option
NOTE
This option is so-called the secondary click, which represents the simplest and the less time-consuming to pin your apps. All you have to do is just perform two clicks and that’s it!
Right-click on the app you want to pin.
Select Pin to Start.
3. Use the Start menu and the Taskbar
Click on the Start button, then select the All apps button, from the top-right corner.
Search for the app you want to pin, right-click on it, select More, then click on Pin to taskbar.
For more visibility, also pin your favorite apps to the Windows taskbar. You can do it both for already pinned apps or for unpinned programs.
How can I customize my pinned apps in Windows 11?
As a first suggestion, if you’re not interested in an app anymore, note that you can unpin it by right-clicking on it and selecting the Unpin from Start option.
Also, consider that the initial view of the Windows 11 Pinned section displays a number of 18 items. However, you can use the pagination control to move through pages of additional pins.
You can see up to 18 apps in the Start menu, but you can add more
Microsoft describes two important available customizations for your pinned apps:
Up to four items on the first page of this section
A maximum of four items at the bottom of the pinned app grid. In these terms, you’ll need to scroll down in the Start menu to see these pins.
For those who need to know how to pin apps to the Start menu or Taskbar in Windows 11, we hope our article helped you.
Pinning the apps can seem like a pointless task but once you get your most frequently used apps there, you will see that the seconds you used in the process will be rewarded.
However, using the same steps, you can’t pin all the items to the Taskbar. In case you want to a batch file to the Taskbar on Windows 11 to access repetitive tasks without any hassle, you need to use a workaround. To learn more, read this guide.
For those of you who miss Xbox Snap: take heart, for it doesn’t look like the feature will be returning anytime soon. That’s according to Xbox engineer lead Eden Marie, who expressed her doubts on Twitter when asked about it. Given Marie’s position she would be the one to know, so it’s safe to say that Snap is gone for good on Xbox consoles.
While we all miss snap, I don't think it's coming back.
For anyone unfamiliar with the snap feature, it launched with the Xbox One console and was later removed in February 2017. The feature basically functioned just like the snap feature on Windows PCs, allowing users to run multiple apps simultaneously on their screen. For instance, you could run a game on one side of screen and open a music player app like Spotify in another corner to DJ your gaming experience. You could even run a game and stream video at the same time.
While many users have reported that they miss Snap, there are still alternatives such as using a second device like a smartphone to achieve the same function.
The Disney Magic Kingdoms video game got a long overdue permanent content update today on Windows and all other supported platforms that introduced characters and items from Disney’s classic The Rescuers animated feature film.
Bernard and Orville are now available to unlock for all players who have unlocked all previous permanent content up to Ratatouille. Bernard can be unlocked for free by getting other characters to collect his tokens while Orville can be obtained by spending 500 gems, Disney Magic Kingdoms’ in-game currency.
The Rescue Aid Society attraction, a new float, and Marsh-mallow Gummy Mug Shake Stand, both also inspired by The Rescuers, are also now available to unlock.
Disney Magic Kingdoms usually gets an update once a month that adds new content but the vast majority of content being added over the past year or so has been tied to limited timed events instead of the game’s main storyline. Players have been begging for new story/permanent content for a while now as passionate players have long since completed all of the main tasks in the regular storyline.
In addition to the new The Rescuers content, a massive number of other changes and adjustments were made with this update. A full list of these changes can be read here.
Today’s update is officially called The Rescuers (Part One) which confirms that more characters from The Rescuers and its (vastly superior) sequel, The Rescuers Down Under, will be added in a future update.
The boot sector is a critical part of the drive that takes over a short while after the computer is turned on. When you encounter issues with it, bootrec comes to your aid. But what do you do if bootrec is not recognized in Windows 11?
The boot sector contains the MBR or Master Boot Record, which helps locate the OS on the drive and load it. And issues with it can prevent you from booting Windows 11 effectively or at all.
Speaking of issues, many reported Bootrec /Fixboot access is denied message, and we covered this problem in detail in a separate guide.
In this case, it’s recommended that you run the bootrec command to eliminate the issue. If you get an error running the command, find out what to do in the following sections.
Why Bootrec is not recognized in Windows 11?
When you launch Command Prompt separately or in the Windows Terminal while logged in to Windows 11 and try to run the bootrec command, it would read, bootrec is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file.
You may have searched the web for the underlying cause but wouldn’t have come across any informative results. And honestly, there ain’t many. So, here we are with a solution!
You can’t use bootrec command while logged in to Windows 11 or even the previous iteration, rather it can only be executed from the Windows RE (Recovery Environment).
No matter whether you are unable to boot OS at all or are just encountering a minor error, this guide will help you fix Bootrec /fixmbr not working and similar issues.
Remember that sometimes bootrec is not recognizing Windows installation, but we’ll show you how to fix this issue.
What do I do if the Bootrec is not recognized in Windows 11?
Use Command Prompt
Turn off the computer and press the power button to turn it on. Hold the power button to turn off the system when the display lights up.
Repeat the same process three-four times until you see a blue screen that reads Recovery.
Click on the See advanced repair options button under It looks like Windows hasn’t loaded correctly.
Next, click on Troubleshoot.
Select Advanced options.
Now, select Command Prompt from the six options listed here.
You can now paste the following bootrec commands and hit Enter after each to execute them. Once done, click on the Close icon:bootrec /fixmbrbootrec /fixbootbootrec /scanosbootrec /rebuildbcd
Finally, click on Continue to boot Windows 11 normally.
If you’re getting Bootrec is not recognized in Windows 11 the steps above should be able to help you.
Also, if you can load Windows 11, there’s no need to force shut down the PC to access the Recovery Environment. Rather, you can try other ways to enter recovery mode in Windows 11.
Remember to use the force shutdown method only in emergencies since this could harm the OS if it works fine.
After using this solution, check if the bootrec /fixboot not recognized file system error message remains.
Do we always need to follow such intricate approaches when dealing with boot errors? The answer is No. Microsoft provides built-in tools and utilities that can help identify and eliminate a plethora of errors in Windows 11, such as Bootrec /fixboot the system cannot find error for example.
One such is the Startup Repair utility. You can use this feature to fix issues while booting Windows. It looks for problems with the system files, whether corrupt or missing, and replaces them.
You can open The Startup Repair utility from the Advanced Options screen in the Windows RE. Also, it wouldn’t take too long to run the utility. If it can eliminate the problem, you should have the PC up and running in around 20-40 minutes.
Now that you understand Bootrec properly feel free to try all our solutions.
Also, some users have reported being stuck on the Automatic Repair screen in Windows 11. Problems with MBR are responsible for this issue, so the bootrec command will again come to your aid.
Do not hesitate to tell us which fix worked for you in the comments section below.
Microsoft has revealed some details about the June Xbox Update. This month’s update adds one big new feature, the ability to reveal secret achievements anywhere you play Xbox.
This new feature is all for those who don’t mind story-related spoilers when gaming. To trigger it on an Xbox, click the guide, go to Game Activity and then choose Achievements. When you see a hidden achievement, you’ll be able to reveal the full detail, as well as the Gamerscore value. After you peek, it can be hidden once again. This also works on the Xbox app for Android and iOS, the Xbox app for Windows PC, and Game Bar on your PC, too. Check it out below.
In addition to the achievement-related feature, Microsoft also added a small quality of life fix to Xbox this month. The company mentioned that the June Xbox Update offers improvements to the speed and reliability in two areas. This includes detecting available updates, both in your collection and when you launch a game.
Made for the internet, Chromebook is a powerful machine in the hands of avid web surfers. A lightweight and sleek laptop primed for everything web browsing. And what better than pairing it with a portable browser designed to meet the requirements of Chromebooks.
The Chromebook runs on Google’s proprietary ChromeOS. It comes with the popular Chrome browser pre-installed. With Chrome being an already stunning app, any portable browser recommendation must be equally top-notch.
And that’s exactly what you get on our list of best portable Chromebook browsers. As always, all apps here are tested and trusted.
What are the best portable browsers for Chromebook?
Not a browser tops Opera One on the list for good reasons. However, its high compatibility with chromeOS is one of the reasons it is the leading portable browser for Chromebook.
Like Chrome, Opera One is a Chromium-based browser with lightning-fast speed. In addition, it comes with a free VPN that allows you to browse the internet without restriction.
Thanks to its built-in ad blocker, you can quickly get rid of annoying ads, cookies, and pop-ups. In addition, the incognito tab allows you to browse the internet without the concern of being tracked or monitored.
Only a few browsers can come close to Opera One whenever the argument is on user-centricity.
Other features:
Ads blocker
Liquid browsing buttons
Data saving
Custom feeds
Opera One
Add this to your Chromebook and enjoy high-speed browsing, top-notch security, and practical integrations.
Mozilla has been around for a while and never seized to improve. Nevertheless, it is second only to Chrome as the most-used browser worldwide.
Firefox is an effective ad blocker. Its enhanced privacy features help you keep trackers at bay. You can switch Firefox into private browsing mode to escape all sorts of internet spying.
It is also prominent for its less internet memory consumption. As a result, your Chromebook RAM won’t get overstretched as you browse with this portable browser.
Want to render web pages less cluttered and more readable? No problem. Switching Firefox to reading mode allows you to read content online without distraction.
Despite its late entry, the Brave browser is inarguably one of the best browsers on the web. Launched in 2019, It promised to take browsing speed, privacy, and security to the next level.
Looking at its advanced security functions like firewall, configurable global shield, ad blocker, and more, it’s safe to say that Brave is delivering on its promise. It is also lightweight, making it an ideal portable browser for Chromebook.
Lastly, Brave lets you control the appearance of ads in your browser. Everything privacy and security is down to you, as you can select the settings to implement or neglect.
If you are looking for an easy switch from Chrome, Dolphin Browser is apt but with more catches. It is a one-kind intuitive browser that looks and operates just like Chrome. This similarity in operation and its light-weightiness makes it an excellent portable browser for Chromebook.
Dolphin Browser ticks many functionality boxes. It comes with virus and malware protection features that keep you protected online and offline.
Built-in video downloader, PDF viewer, automatic translation, voice command search, battery saver, and built-in flash player, among others, will make it your favorite in no time.
Bromite is a highly secure open-source browser that’s very suitable for Chromebooks. The browser was initially created for Android, but you can set it up on Chrome OS as well.
Like other mentions on this list, it is Chromium-based. It has a powerful adblocker that uses advanced filtering and blacklists to eliminate annoying ads.
You can even create your own customized settings and block specific types of ads from being displayed when you use Bromite.
It also has impressive anti-tracking features. It disables AMP and click-tracking. It also has DNS over HTTPS support and is always in incognito mode.
There you have it: a list of four portable browsers that fits well with Chromebook. As good as Chrome is as a default browser, your Chromebook can still do with other browsers that do not consume much of its resources.
You can also check out this guide on the best gaming browsers for Chromebook to add more fun to things and take advantage of your device’s superb resources.
Feel free to discuss your pick from this list and why in the comment section below.
The ctfmon.exe file needs to run automatically with Windows 11, but that’s not always the case, so let’s see how we can fix that.
Many want to remove ctfmon.exe, believing that it’s malware, but you can rest assured that this is an authentic file from Microsoft and perfectly safe to use.
So, here’s how to enable it:
How can I enable ctfmon.exe automatically on Windows 11?
1. Use the ctfmon.exe shortcut
Press the Win + R keys to open the Run dialog.
Now you need to enter Ctfmon.exe path in the input filed and press Enter. The path is: C:\Windows\System32
Search for the ctfmon.exe file and right-click on it.
Choose Send to and then select Desktop (create shortcut).
Open the Run dialog again.
Execute the below command. shell:common startup
You will be redirected to the location of the startup folder mentioned below. C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\StartUp
Copy the ctfmon.exe file from the desktop and paste it into the startup folder opened in the above step.
Restart your PC and check if the ctfmon.exe file is starting automatically in Windows 11 or not.
2. Use the Registry Editor
Open the Start menu.
Search for Registry Editor and open it.
Navigate to the below-mentioned path: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
On the right empty space, right-click and select New and then choose String value.
Name the new string ctfmon.
Double-click on it and set the Value to C:\Windows\System32\ctfmon.exe
Restart your PC and it will resolve your problem.
3. Use the Task Scheduler
Open the Start menu.
Search Task Scheduler and open it.
Expand Microsoft.
Expand Windows.
Select on TextServicesFramework.
On the right-side, right-click on MsCtfMonitor and select Enable.
Close the Task Scheduler.
Restart your PC and check if ctfmon.exe runs automatically at startup or not.
How can I fix ctfmon.exe not starting automatically error?
1. Run SFC Scan
Open the Start menu.
Search for Command Prompt, right-click it and choose Run as administrator.
Type the below command and press Enter: sfc /scannow
Your PC will start scanning and possibly fix the issue as well.
Reboot your PC.
As an alternative, you can always rely on specialized software to help you repair your system files in no time. Plus, this kind of software can be easily used as a maintenance tool in the future.
2. Check for Windows updates
Press the Win + I buttons to open Settings.
Select Windows Update from the left pane.
Click on Check for updates button.
Your system will now check for any latest update available, and if it detects one, it will install it automatically.
After doing that, check if the ctfmon.exe is still not working.
Search for Touch Keyboard and Handwriting Panel Service.
Right-click on it and choose Properties.
Select Startup Type as Disabled.
Click Stop.
Click Apply and OK.
Restart your PC.
Once the PC restarts, repeat the steps from above, but this time enable the service.
If none of the above solutions help you fix the problem at hand, then as a last resort you can opt for resetting your Windows 11 PC.
But before you do that, you need to take a complete backup of your data because resetting the PC can remove all of your data. You can follow our comprehensive guide on how you can always perform Windows 11 factory reset.
Let us know in the comments section below if this guide helped you fix the ctfmon.exe error on Windows 10 and 11.
As per usual, a couple of entries are set to make their way to Xbox Game Pass in June. Gamers should also look out for the Xbox and Bethesda’s Game showcase which is set to take place on June 12, where we expect a ton of games to make their way to Xbox Game Pass.
Coming soon to Xbox Game Pass
First on the list is For Honor: Marching Fire Edition (Cloud, Console, and PC) which is set to make its way to Xbox Game Pass come June 1, followed by Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection and Assassin’s Creed Origins which are set to be available on June 2 and June 7 respectively.
Gamers are expected to get For Honor: Marching Fire Edition on their devices quicker courtesy of the enhancements that Microsoft has been laying on the Xbox App. As such, gamers will now be able to search for and install Ubisoft games via Ubisoft Connect.
The Ninja Gaiden will feature all of the previously released game modes and DLC costumes which will provide gamers with a wide array of choices before getting to the battleground.
Be sure to also look out for Chorus, Disc Room, and Spacelines from the Far Out which are set to come to Xbox Game Pass on June 7. Get to enjoy Spacelines from the Far Out which is packed with “unlockable spaceships, upgrades, characters and customizations, randomly-generated challenges, trips, and itineraries”. It will be available on day one with Game Pass.
Entries getting updates in June
Besides the entries making their way to Xbox Game Pass in June, Microsoft is also rolling out a couple of updates with the aim of enhancing the gameplay experience. Here are the titles are set to receive updates:
Assassin’s Creed Origins: Deluxe Pack – June 7
Madden NFL 22: MUT MVP Bundle – Available now
Eternal Return: Skins and Boosts Premium Bundle – Available now
Smite: Slipknot Starter Pass – Available now
Leaving Xbox Game Pass
Be sure to make the most out of the following entries as they are set to leave Xbox Game Pass soon. However, you can choose to purchase the entries at a 20% discount which will allow you to access them from your library whenever you want.
Darkest Dungeon (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Greedfall (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Limbo (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Worms Rumble (Cloud, Console, and PC)
They have further indicated that you should look out for more announcements in June, as well as the Xbox and Bethesda game showcase.
If you’ve ever worked late at night you probably understand the problems with light mode. Your screen is way too bright, and there’s a particular strain on your eyes. That is why Microsoft is now adding a dark mode to Word for the Web, helping make it easier for you to focus on your document when the lights are turned out (via Neowin.)
As with most of these incoming features for Microsoft 365 apps, mention of this one is on the Microsoft 365 roadmap. It has the feature ID of 93328 with the appropriate title “Word: Dark Mode.” Microsoft doesn’t dive into many details, but mentions that it hopes Dark Mode in Word on the web will “provide a modern look for documents while giving users the ability to reduce eye strain and accommodate light sensitivity from long hours at a computer screen.”
Other than that, Microsoft says it is targeting a May 2022 release for this dark mode feature. But seeing as though the month of May is now over, we think June could be a better bet. We also aren’t sure of how the dark mode might work, but it can be expected to automatically respect your system’s light or dark theme, as well as your web browser’s settings. A possible toggle switch could also be added under the settings gear, too, but we’ll have to wait and see.
Several features are being removed from the Microsoft 365 subscription-based versions of Microsoft Excel next month in June. Spotted by Thurrott.com, the list includes Money in Excel, Wolfram Data Types in Excel, as well as several offers from Microsoft’s partners.
If you recall, Money in Excel was first introduced back in June of 2020, and we even went hands-on with it. The feature was designed to help you track your finances. Unfortunately, though, come June 30, 2023, Microsoft will disconnect your financial institutions from any Money in Excel workbooks you have, and you won’t be able to refresh transitions. The data in the workbook will stay in place, however, and you even can take advantage of an offer from Tiller to enjoy a 60-day of personal finance spreadsheet service.
As for Wolfram Data Types in Excel, this too was introduced in June 2020. Yet come June 11, 2023, you’ll no longer be able to add new Wolfram data types. This means you won’t be able to refresh data, follow links, view new images, or download templates with Wolfram data.
The last of the features removed in Excel isn’t really an Excel feature. Rather, it’s a partner feature. Typically you’d be able to go to an offers website and enjoy discounts on things like Shutterfly, Pocket, and Experian ID protection. But come June 30, these will no longer be available. So, you might want to redeem these as they last if you’re a Microsoft 365 subscriber.
To ignore Chrome certificate errors, you’ll have to tweak your security settings. Once you do this, you’ll be able to access sites that don’t use encryption.
This gives you more freedom for web surfing, but be warned: ⚠️ this is only recommended if you 100% trust the site you want to access⚠️. Otherwise, you’ll cause more harm than good.
Chrome requires SSL certificates to encrypt data transmitted between a user’s web browser and a website. This encryption ensures that sensitive information like payment details remains secure, providing visitors with a safer browsing experience.
Sites using SSL display HTTPS in the URL and a padlock icon, indicating encryption. Without SSL, sites risk lower conversion rates and traffic due to being marked insecure and avoided by most internet users.
Most common certificate errors
Below are a few common certificate errors and why you may see them.
NET::ERR_CERTIFICATE_TRANSPARENCY_REQUIRED – When you access an HTTPS site with SSL/TLS Certificate problems, you could trigger this Chrome browser error message.
ERR_SSL_VERSION_OR_CIPHER_MISMATCH – When website browsers and website servers don’t support the same SSL protocol edition, you will get this error message.
NET::ERR_CERT_WEAK_SIGNATURE_ALGORITHM – This error occurs when the server and your computer do not have a secure SSL connection or when the SSL certificate is expired, not correctly configured, or doesn’t correspond to the domain you are attempting to access.
ERR_SSL_PROTOCOL_ERROR – You are getting this message because you have an incorrect date configuration on your computer.
NET::ERR_CERT_AUTHORITY_INVALID – Issues with the network, your device, or a browser may be causing the error by preventing the SSL certificate from being correctly read.
ERR_CERT_SYMANTEC_LEGACY – This error commonly arises because a Symantec SSL / TLS certificate issued before June 1, 2016 is no longer recognized by Google Chrome.
NET::ERR_CERT_COMMON_NAME_INVALID (this occurs when the certificate does not match the domain)
ERR_CONNECTION_REFUSED – This is usually due to a server-side issue and not the individual connection attempt.
The above solutions will be valuable ways of avoiding SSL certificate warning messages. As we mentioned earlier, the errors you get can be caused by various factors.
We also recommend you keep your device and browser updated, get rid of old cookies and cache and make sure you have the correct time and date set up on your machine.
If you need more assistance to ignore Chrome certificate errors, don’t hesitate to ask in the comments below.
Microsoft has just announced the launch of Entra, the latest entry to its family of products. Entra brings together Microsoft’s identity and access capabilities in one place. It includes Microsoft Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), as well as Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM) and decentralized identity.
Per Microsoft, Entra comes at a time when there’s a need for trust in a hyperconnected world. The company sees that it is important to help address attack surfaces and vulnerabilities as more organizations are advancing their digital activities. It’s not always a straightforward task to do this, so Entra helps fill the gap in these core ways:
Protect access to any app or resource for any user.
Secure and verify every identity across hybrid and multicloud environments.
Discover and govern permissions in multicloud environments.
Simplify the user experience with real-time intelligent access decisions.
“Microsoft Entra embodies our vision for what modern secure access should be. Identity should be an entryway into a world of new possibilities, not a blockade restricting access, creating friction, and holding back innovation. We want people to explore, to collaborate, to experiment—not because they are reckless, but because they are fearless,” explains Microsoft.
As pointed out by Mary Jo Foley, Entra will help provide “identity and access management, cloud infrastructure management, as well as identity verification,” Entra works with most clouds, including Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, and other Microsoft apps and websites.
Microsoft is testing an interesting new productivity-first feature for the Edge browser. As spotted by Neowin, the Canary version of Edge now has a new feature dubbed as “Drop,” where you can leave select files, notes, or other content and visit it again on your other computers, tablets, or phones.
Currently, it looks as though this new “Drop” feature is still in A/B testing with Edge Canary 104, as we’re not seeing it on our end just yet. However, you’ll know when it is available for you when you see a new envelope icon at the top of your web browser, near the other icons for collections, and favorites. You also can toggle it by going to Settings and then Appearance and scrol down the list to look for the icon.
Image via Neowin
Once you enable and then click on that icon, you’ll get a new sidebar, where you can attach a file, or a note, and leave it in the space. It looks as though the feature is depending on OneDrive to work, as you’ll see a message showing you the total space used in your OneDrive account. Microsoft even will prompt you to scan a QR code to download Edge on mobile, too.
Overall, this can prove to be a useful feature for storing PDFs you might want to see across devices. It even can replace Sticky Notes for some people, which can already be accessed via the Outlook.com experience. We’re hoping that this feature is one that eventually rolls out to everyone, but for now, it is best to hold your breath. Not all features seen in Edge Canary make it down to the final, stable version of Edge.
Windows 11 features a Video Editor in the Photos app that functions similar to the Windows Movie Maker. The Windows integrated video editor can be used to edit and trim videos and create slideshows, clips, and movies.
The Windows integrated video editor exists as a part of the Photos app and can be accessed either through the Photos app or directly using the search bar.
One of the many features of the Windows integrated video editor is its ability to automatically create videos from your photos. You can also edit or create new videos manually by using the available tools in the app.
The problem with the custom audio in the video editor may be linked to your windows audio service, in which case restarting the audio service should fix the problem. If you’ve had any of these issues with your Windows Video Editor, here are some recommended steps to fix them. But first, let’s look more closely into the Photos app.
Is Microsoft’s video editor any good in Windows 11?
The Photos app’s inbuilt video editor features various video-making and editing tools such as motion, effects, music, graphics, and text.
The video editor follows the movie maker and offers easier ways to create and edit videos and images. The Windows video editor allows users to add audio to their videos either by selecting from the music provided by the video editor or by adding custom music or audio.
How do I use custom audio in Windows video editor?
Open the Photos app.
Open the Video Editor.
Click on New video projectto start creating or editing a new video.
Click on Add and select new video from this PC.
Add your project to the storyboard.
Click on the top right-hand corner icon and select custom audio.
Select add audio file.
Select the audio of your choice and adjust it as required to suit your video.
Click done to add the audio to your video.
Quick Tip:
You can use the integrated video editor on Windows 11 for basic editing, but you have to upgrade to professional software for better quality.
Adobe Premiere Pro has cutting-edge film editing tools that will improve your videos. Plus, there are skilled audio features for a smooth sound without errors.
From the playback section, right-click on your audio device.
Select properties.
Go to the advanced tab.
Uncheck allow applications to take exclusive control of this device.
Apply changes.
Windows Video Editor custom audio not playing
The Digital Theatre System (DTS) is another audio output provided by the Windows utility. Although the DTS is useful for certain projects, it may be the reason why custom audio is not responding or playing in the Windows Video Editor.
Turning off this service is a sure way to fix the custom audio problem.
Windows Video Editor custom audio not extending
Restarting the Windows Audio Service works perfectly for the Windows Video Editor custom audio is not extending error. However, if you’re still experiencing the issue, you can convert the audio file from one version to another, switching one codec to another, e.g AAC to MP3.
Unable to trim/expand the custom audio file in video editor
Users have also experienced issues where the custom audio file (represented by a long bar) added to a project cannot be trimmed or expanded. Here, the bar simply won’t stretch, meaning that you can’t edit the custom audio for the video editing project.
In this case, the best solution is to change the format of the video file as the issue may result from the incompatibility of the video file format.
You can also turn off the exclusive mode from your computer’s sound settings to solve the audio problem with your video editor.
Which is the best video editing software for Windows 11?
The Windows operating system has a variety of video editing software that you can use, depending on your needs and the features they offer. One of the best video editing software for Windows 11 is Adobe Premiere Pro.
Its user interface and creative features set the software at the top of the list of video editing software for Windows. Other software for video editing in Windows 11 includes the Davinci Resolve, Shotcut, Light Works, VSDC video editor, Open Shot, etc.
Finally, if you’re having issues exporting videos with the Photos app, here are three step-by-step fixes.
Thank you for reading this piece! Your comments are welcome in the section below.
Google Drive and YouTube are both great platforms to store and share videos. The former is relatively intimate when compared to the latter. However, on both these platforms, several users reported encountering We’re processing this video. please check back later error.
This is the case when you try to access a video uploaded on either of these platforms, and there are a bunch of factors behind it. The problem could have to do with the Internet speed or the platform’s server, amongst other factors.
But, as is the case with other issues, We’re processing this video. please check back later error too is easily fixable with some quick methods.
How long does a video take to process on Google Drive?
There is no definite answer to this question. It is very similar to asking how long it would take to reach from one place to another. There are several factors involved and if all these play out in our favor, we could come up with a figure, but that too would be an approximate one.
For instance, processing a 50MB video should take around 2-5 minutes while a 1 GB video would take, on average, 10-15 minutes. Processing a bunch of large videos could take hours. This gives you a fair idea of how long We’re processing this video. please check back later error would be present.
But again, it’s not definite. Google Drive makes several changes to the video before uploading and processing in order to make it accessible across devices. And if there are a lot of changes to be made over a poor connection, you might witness a higher processing time.
Another critical factor here is your device’s performance. If the one you are using to access Google Drive is all hogged up, it will take a longer time. So, make sure to boost your computer’s performance in order to reduce the video processing time on Google Drive.
This should provide you with a basic idea of the video processing time on Google Drive. Not, let’s see the most effective solutions for We’re processing this video. please check back later error.
How do you fix We’re processing this video. Please check back later?
NOTE
All the browser-related fixes listed below would be for Google Chrome and should provide you with a basic understanding of the concept. In case you have a different browser, check its official website for the exact steps.
1. On Google Drive
1.1 Re-login to your Google Account
Click on your Profile icon near the top-right corner, and then click on the Sign out button.
After you have logged out, re-enter your login credentials to sign back in.
After you have logged back into Google Drive, check if you can access the video that earlier showed the We’re processing this video. please check back later error.
1.2 Clear browser cache and cookies
Press Ctrl + H to launch the History section in your browser.
Next, click on the Clear browsing data option on the left.
Now, select the desired option from the Time range dropdown menu, untick the option for Browsing history, and then click on Clear data at the bottom.
After the data is cleared, restart the browser for the changes to come into effect.
In most cases, We’re processing this video. please check back later error should now be eliminated, if it was caused by a corrupt browser cache.
1.3 Download the video
Right-click on the video throwing the error, and select the Get link option from the context menu.
Now, click on the Copy link button, choose the required sharing settings from the dropdown menu, and click on Done.
Paste the link you copied in a new tab, and click on the Download icon at the top-right to get the video.
If you are trying to view the video that is throwing the We’re processing this video. please check back later error, a simple workaround would be to download it. Also, with the right sharing settings in place, others can download it too even if it’s not completely processed by Google Drive.
If these three methods didn’t work, you can use reliable video compression software, and once the size of the video is reduced, it should get quickly processed on Google Drive.
The size of the video is one of the three critical factors that affect the processing time, the other two being Internet speed, and the performance of the device.
So, from now on, you should be able to eliminate the We’re processing this video. please check back later error, and if not, at least be able to view the video.
Click on the ellipsis near the top-right, hover the cursor over Help, and select About Google Chrome from the flyout menu.
Now, if an update is available for the browser, it will automatically be downloaded.
Once the browser is updated, click on the Relaunch button for the changes to come into effect.
2.2 Use a reliable VPN
If you are using a VPN, it could be the reason behind encountering the We’re processing this video. Please check back later error. You can verify that by uninstalling it, and then getting a reliable and effective VPN.
Several VPNs are known to throttle the Internet speed which is one of the likely reasons behind the issue. Switch to a VPN that helps maintain optimal Internet speed while changing servers, to eliminate the error.
If you’re not sure where to begin your search for a trustworthy open-source VPN provider, we recommend Private Internet Access (PIA).
It is designed to fit into the award-winning VPN service since it employs the WireGuard tunnel protocol and is completely open-source.
You can set up a WireGuard tunnel to connect automatically at startup, opening a port and forwarding it to transmission, for a steady and fast connection.
2.3 Disable upload-related browser extensions
Click on the Extensions icon in the browser’s toolbar and select Manage extensions.
Now, click on the Remove button under the upload-related extension.
Again, click Remove in the confirmation prompt that pops up.
If any of the extensions added to the browser deal with uploads, it’s time you remove these to fix the We’re processing this video. please check back later error on YouTube. Some of these are known to conflict with the upload process on YouTube, and it’s best to disable all similar ones.
How do I speed up Google Drive processing?
Click on the ellipsis near the top-right corner, and select Settings from the menu.
Next, click on the Advanced option to view the tabs under it.
Select the System tab.
Make sure that the Use hardware acceleration when available option is enabled. If not, click on the toggle to do that.
This is one of the simplest, amongst the many, ways to speed up the Google Drive processing. Apart from this, you can try the methods listed earlier, for instance, compressing the video, removing conflicting extensions, or clearing the browser cache.
These are all the ways you can fix We’re processing this video. lease check back later error while accessing recently uploaded videos on Google Drive and YouTube.
Also, do not hesitate to find out the best Google Drive alternatives with low processing time to quickly and safely back up your data.
Do not forget to tell us which fix worked and the platform you were facing the issue on, in the comments section below.
Are you failing to link your Bethesda account to Steam? If so, you aren’t alone because many other people are experiencing this issue and cannot connect their Bethesda accounts to Steam.
Fortunately, this guide will help you fix the Bethesda account not linking to the Steam issue.
Bethesda is a big name in the gaming industry and is an American video game publisher. It is known for publishing multiple triple-A gaming titles, including Fallout and The Elder Scrolls series.
However, the Bethesda game launcher is not the best, and users have reported multiple issues. For instance, the Bethesda account not linking to Steam is one of the most common problems users have faced for quite a while.
Linking your Bethesda account with Steam is excellent for cross-platform play. But connecting your Bethesda account to Steam is crucial for cross-platform playing between the two clients.
This guide will provide you with some solutions that will help you fix the Bethesda account not linking to the Steam issue. So let us check it out.
How can I fix the Bethesda account not linking to the Steam error?
If you have followed the above steps carefully and tried to connect your Steam account to Bethesda, you are getting an error message saying Account linking failed. Please retry or contact Customer Support. Then you might have the Steam Client already installed on your PC.
You might have installed the Steam Client and have played a Bethesda game before, such as Doom Eternal. Steam must have automatically linked itself to the Bethesda account in such a case. And if the Steam account isn’t the correct one, you will face issues connecting the Bethesda account to Steam.
What can you do in such a scenario? To get around this, you need to unlink any current Steam account linked to your Bethesda account. You can also contact customer support to remove any automatic linkage.
Alternatively, you can also follow the below procedure to unlink your Steam account from your Bethesda account.
After successfully logging in to Bethesda, under Account Settings, select Linked Accounts.
On the next page, you will see all of your linked accounts.
If you see a trash icon next to the Steam account, click on it.
You will be prompted to answer a security question.
Once you enter the correct answer, the Steam account will be unlinked from Bethesda account.
If you do not see a trash icon next to the Steam account, you need to raise a ticket to customer support to remove your Steam account from Bethesda.
You can submit a ticket here by providing the below information:
What is the Steam Username / ID that you linked?
What is the Bethesda.net account ID that you linked?
An important point to note here is that not all accounts are eligible to unlink Steam accounts. However, it’s worth trying to follow the above method to unlink the Steam accounts from Bethesda.
Once you have successfully unlinked your Steam account from Bethesda, all you need to do is link it back again. For that, you can follow the steps mentioned in the next section.
After successfully logging in to Bethesda, under Account Settings, select Linked Accounts.
Click the Plus (+) sign inside an empty box and select Steam from the menu.
Now, log in to your Steam account.
Confirm the Bestheda and Steam linking.
Once linked, you will see the Steam logo in the Linked Accounts section.
There are options to link other accounts, such as Twitch, Facebook, Xbox Live, PlayStation, and Amazon. Once you link your Bestheda account with Steam or any of the accounts mentioned earlier, you can access promotional discounts from these accounts on any of the Bethesda games.
Besides, to link another account, you need to head over to the Linked Accounts page, click on the Plus (+) button, and click on Add a Platform, Social Media, or Game Account.
After successfully logging in to Bethesda, under Account Settings, select Linked Accounts.
Click the Plus (+) sign inside an empty box and select Steam from the menu.
Now, log in to your Steam account.
Confirm the Bethesda and Steam linking.
Once linked, you will see the Steam logo in the Linked Accounts section.
Go back to your Account Settings and select Transfer Library.
Now on the right side, you will be displayed plenty of information on what will be moved and what will not be moved.
Here, under the Transfer, Your Games section, click on the green START STEAM TRANSFER button.
Next, you will be asked to confirm the transfer. Press YES, TRANSFER TO THIS ACCOUNT button.
You will see a TRANSFER IN PROGRESS page.
After the process completes, you will see all games visible in your Steam account.
Below we have mentioned some burning questions you might have while making up your mind to transfer your Bethesda games to Steam.
➡ Do save files and progress transfer?
The answer to this is yes. However, you may want to check out this page to get information about specific games. For example, some games may automatically transfer save files and progressions, whereas some may require different processes.
➡Are the games still playable on Bethesda?
Unfortunately, no. Once you have completed the transfer process, you won’t be able to access the games on the Bethesda launcher. Because the transfer process completely copies all information and deletes the game from Bethesda’s database.
Let us know if the above solution helped resolve the Bethesda account not linking to the Steam problem. You can also share any other solution that fixed the situation at your end.
Google Drive is a file storage service provided by the tech giant Google that allows people to save on the company’s cloud. Drive also synchronizes those files across various devices for both Windows and macOS.
You can upload a document onto your PC and then grab it on your iPhone or Android tablet. In addition, Drive incorporates other apps like Docs, Sheets, and Slides, which are all a part of Google’s office suite.
These apps allow for collaboration among many. A big group can edit documents, spreadsheets, presentations, drawings, etc. Google Drive has effectively revolutionized work collaboration.
It isn’t easy to imagine a world without it. Seeing Google Drive crash before you while working on a project is a gut-wrenching feeling.
This resource guide won’t go through how to fix Google Drive but rather share 20 facts about the service that you didn’t know.
Does Google Drive have analytics?
Google does have analytics for its Drive service, but it’s only for your account. A lot of the information and the fact that you will see come from a wide variety of sources.
Google rarely publishes information and analytics on its services; it prefers to keep them under wraps. It’s unknown why they don’t share everything about the website. It may have to do with some business concern.
Whatever the case may be, the information is scattered. Everything had to be collected from news articles discussing previous Google events, while some came from the tech giant.
Although sheepish with numbers and data, Google has been kind enough to loosen its grip on certain aspects. As a result, all you have is information on your side of things; analytics for your Google Drive account.
You may be asking yourself, “how do I track user activity on Google Drive?” Google has provided many tools to its users so people can track information.
If you’re the administrator of a Google Drive account, you can utilize the audit and investigation page to search for information connected to specific log events. For example, you can see what other people in your business/organization are doing in Drive.
The log events include whatever people create in Docs, Sheets, or other Drive apps, plus whatever is uploaded to the account. There’s also the Activity API for developers.
The Activity API allows apps to obtain information about a group’s Google Drive activity. It displays information on user activity and file changes. There’s also an option for a browser extension.
It’s called Drive Insights, and it was created by a third-party developer known as Clasefi. You can download it from the Google Workspace Marketplace, where you can get other Drive-specific apps.
With Drive Insights, you can see data about the files stored on your Google Drive. It’s displayed in an easy-to-understand user interface. For example, you’ll see how much is stored, recent activity, and the collaborators who have access.
And then there’s Google’s own Analytics web page. Typically, it just provides you information on your website, but Zapier has a way to connect Analytics to Drive so you can send data between the two.
It’s a convenient way to see data without downloading an extra app or extension.
20 mind-blowing Google Drive statistics and facts
1. One billion users as of 2018
In 2018, Google announced that it had reached a billion users during the Google Cloud Next conference in San Francisco. However, the company hasn’t said how many users it has currently.
However, the number as of this writing is, in no doubt, much higher. It’s probably nowhere near two billion, though. So it may be a while until Drive reaches that benchmark.
2. It hosts over two trillion files
Around the same time that Google announced that Drive had a billion users, it also told that it had over two trillion files in its databases. This includes things like text documents, images, and videos.
This far exceeds what rivals like Microsoft and Apple have. Other services like Dropbox and iCloud come pretty close, but neither overtakes Drive.
3. One Google doc can hold 1.02 million characters
4. 31,255 companies use Google Drive
This data comes from Enlyft, a software developer who collects information on other companies’ behalf. It helps B2B sales and marketing teams seek out new customers.
Some of the companies include Finn Partners, Inc and Zendeck Inc, having revenue of around a billion dollars a year.
5. Google Drive takes up 36.81 percent of the file-hosting industry
Google, without a doubt. Takes up a portion of the file hosting service industry. According to Enlyft again, the next biggest is Dropbox with 25.78 percent, then Microsoft OneDrive at 14.08 percent.
Last place is WebDrive at 7.33 percent, and then it’s everything else in the industry.
Credit: Lukas Blazek/Unsplash
6. American companies take up 23,588 out of the total 31,255
This means that 76 percent of Google Drive users are in the United States. Followed by the 1,809 United Kingdom users, who make up 6 percent. From there, it just goes down.
Canada is third, followed by India, Australia, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, and Italy.
7. The maximum size a Google Docs page can be is 50 MB
8. Google Drive has around 800 million monthly active users
This information comes from an old Google Cloud Next event that the company held back in 2017. It was part of a more prominent announcement to make Google Workspace (then G Suite) more competitive against similar services.
9. Google Drive has over five billion downloads
This information comes from the official Google Drive page on the Google Play Store. It effectively retains most of its users, making it one of Google’s top products.
10. One Google Sheet can hold 10 million cells
Holding 10 million cells is a recent update. Google added this feature on March 14, 2022. The company states it did this further to help users with their data on a bigger scale.
Google has been slowly increasing the Sheets limit over the years. Back in 2019, it grew to five million, up from two million. This makes Sheets bigger than Microsoft Excel.
11. One Google Sheet can hold 18,278 individual columns at once; the final column is titled ZZZ
As a result of the cell increase, Google added more columns to house everything. The final column at the far end of Sheets is now ZZZ.
Credit: PhotoMIX-Company/Pixabay
12. One Google Slide presentation can hold 100 MB of data
13. Six million businesses pay for Google Drive
Google Drive is a part of the Google Workspace collection (formerly known as G Suite). It’s a bunch of productivity apps that include Google Drive, among others. What’s unique about this version of Drive is that it expands its storage.
The free version of Google Drive offers 15 GB of storage. The paid version of Google Drive offers an unlimited amount of space and access to Vault for Drive so you can manage users and files.
The pricing for businesses varies, but other plans have a set price. Those plans still offer a considerable amount of space, such as five terabytes worth of storage.
14. Google Drive supports over 50 different file formats
Looking at the Google Drive Help page, the service supports various formats. You have the shared DOC and JPEG files, but Drive also supports WebM and SVG (scalable vector graphics) formats.
Apple-specific files are limited to a few editor files, but hopefully, this gets expanded.
15. Many third-party apps work with Google Drive
Back in 2013, Google released the Google Drive Realtime API. To make it simple, it’s a way for developers to incorporate Google Drive into their apps.
The API handles storage, communication between users, and other essential app features. It’s unknown just how many apps work with Drive because of this API. Unfortunately, there are so many out there that it’s impossible to count them all.
But rest assured, Google Drive compatibility is more common than not.
16. some countries block Google Drive
Google Workspace is banned in various countries, to be precise. It’s unknown just how many blocks Workspace, but the tech giant does provide a shortlist.
According to Google, the countries that block Workspace include Crimea, Iran, Syria, and the Donetsk People’s Republic.
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17. Google Drive helped Alphabet earn $10 billion
Alphabet is Google’s parent company, and they reported back in late 2020 that its Cloud services raked in $10 billion. So, of course, Google Drive is included in that entire package.
2021 saw less money rolling in, but it’s still a massive amount. In 2021, Google Cloud brought in $5 billion; again, Drive is a part of that.
Google Drive will actively scan your files to ensure they’re not infected with malware or some phishing scam. You can control what other people see, and it uses reCAPTCHA to protect against fraud.
19. Google Drive has a 99.9 percent uptime reliability
In an old Google for Work Help page, the company states it makes sure its services have a 99.9 percent availability with no scheduled downtime. That means Google Drive is rarely unavailable.
The last time Google Drive was down was back in December 2020.
20. Google Drive has been around for over 10 years
And the last shocking fact is that Google Drive has been around for a little over a decade. The original version launched on April 24, 2012, and has gone through many changes.
New features keep getting added, and Google always makes it easier to access Drive’s files. For example, in 2021, Drive for desktop was replaced with Backup and Sync to make it easy to grab files from any device.
Photo and video management have been made more straightforward over the years. And just recently, Google made it possible to move files with special keyboard shortcuts.
What are the benefits of Google Drive?
As briefly alluded to earlier, the main benefit of Google Drive is just how useful it is. It has an easy-to-use interface that clicks for many people, for starters.
Creating a new document is straightforward, and you have a great navigation bar on the left-hand side. Plus, the service is compatible with lots of different services and apps.
For example, it works perfectly with all of the apps on Microsoft Office. However, you may run into syncing problems sometimes with Drive. Fortunately, fixing syncing problems on Drive is also super easy to do.
A common problem with the Drive desktop app is that it can clash with your computer’s firewall program. You’ll have to turn it off or give the Drive app permissions to work. If all else fails, use the browser version.
Also, Drive on Windows 10 and 11 are identical to each other, so you won’t have to worry about a big difference, at least for now. Google might add Windows 11-specific changes, but that’s unlikely.
Another boon to Google Drive is that you can access files and documents from anywhere on any device. So as quickly as you can sign in to Drive, you can grab whatever you got on there.
This level of access is great, but you must make sure your security is top-notch. Luckily, Google has tons of tools at your disposal to protect yourself. For example, you can scan Google Drive for viruses, and it’s highly recommended that you do so.
Windows Security has a feature just for that. Google may also block email attachments from infecting your Drive account. This is a great feature but can be annoying when you know the attachment is safe.
Feel free to leave a comment below if you have any questions on other Windows 11 apps or if you have some that you recommend. Also, feel free to leave comments about guides that you’d like to see or information on other Windows 11 features.
Bethesda has had its own unique launcher for a while now where you can play all of their popular games. It’s a handy way to keep some of your favorite games under one location.
However, there have been issues in the past concerning the Bethesda launcher. Unfortunately for fans, it’s one among many other problems plaguing the game studio.
What are the problems with the Bethesda launcher?
There are a wide variety of problems plaguing the Bethesda launcher, but just to give an example, people have dealt with the app not loading or updating.
Some of our readers have also complained about the launcher appearing as a white screen.
This guide will show you how to fix the seven most common problems plaguing the Bethesda launcher.
What can I do if the Bethesda launcher is not working?
1. Bethesda launcher stuck loading – Task Manager
Open the Search bar and search for the Task Manager, then click on the app from the results.
Under the Processes tab, right-click Bethesda.net Launcher and select End Task.
Hover over the Bethesda.net Launcher and right-click it.
Select Properties.
In the Properties window, click the Compatibility tab.
Check the box next to Run this program as an administrator.
Click Apply then OK to save these changes.
Closing the service and opening the Bethesda app as an administrator can fix the launcher problem so it’s the first thing to try.
2. Bethesda launcher stuck loading – Drivers
Bring up the Search bar by clicking on the magnifying glass icon.
Search for the Device Manager and click on the entry that appears.
Click on the Display adapters to expand its category.
Right-click the graphics card and select Update driver.
In the new pop-up window, select Search automatically for drivers.
Your computer will begin to search for any missing drivers and update instantly.
If the best drivers are already installed, a new window will appear telling you so.
Open the Bethesda Launcher and see if the issue has been resolved.
Updating your drivers will fix the problem most of the time. If nothing else works, default to updating drivers.
Driver updates make the routes used by the Graphics Card perform their functions quicker by reducing needless operations or better dividing the workload.
It is essential that you use the most recent versions of your drivers. If you find this procedure complicated and time-consuming, there are third-party tools that can do it for you automatically.
Outbyte Driver Updater, which has a large database of drivers for all types of PCs, is one of the best tools our software experts tested for finding and replacing old graphic card drivers. Try it out and do let us know if it found your missing drivers.
6. Bethesda launcher is not connecting to the Internet
Click on the magnifying glass icon and search for Windows Defender Firewall.
Click the entry that appears. Make sure it’s not the Advanced Security version.
In the Defender Firewall, select Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall.
Select Change settings in the upper right corner.
Then click the Allow another app button.
In the small window that appears, select Browse.
Locate where the Bethesda Launcher sits on your computer and click Open.
Select Add to give the Bethesda launcher Firewall permissions.
Click OK at the bottom of the Firewall to save the changes.
If the launcher isn’t connecting to the Internet, this solution helps you add it as an exception to Windows Firewall.
7. Bethesda launcher not opening
Open the Bethesda launcher and go to the problematic game.
Click on Game Options.
Select Scan and Repair.
Give the launcher time to finish validating. Afterwards, you’ll see a message appear at the top when it’s finished.
If the launcher itself is having problems with opening, you can either run the app as an administrator, run it in compatibility mode, or reinstall it.
However, if you run into a problem with a particular game not launching, you’ll need to verify it just as you see in our solution above.
Are there other game fixes or tips that I should be aware about?
You may be interested in learning about games that you can play right now without a single download. Games like Forge of Empires and Slither.io are all browser-based, so that’ll save valuable space.
Feel free to leave a comment below if you have any questions about other gaming apps. Also, leave comments about reviews that you’d like to see or information on anything video game-related.
Morgen simplifies demanding schedules, time-blocking to get work done, and facilitates booking time with others.
You will ask why it’s important to have a separate calendar app when you already have one in Windows.
Because this is not just your average calendar. In fact, this is a calendar that consolidates all calendars and comes with powerful scheduling tools that will immensely boost your productivity.
That’s why we tested the Morgen calendar app and here we’re going to talk about its best features and how to set it up for Windows PCs.
How can Morgen help me organize my schedule?
Morgen calls their product the Superhuman of personal time management, and that’s because it performs most of the tasks of a real personal assistant, except for the calls, of course.
First of all, it integrates personal and professional calendars including Google Calendar, iCloud, Office 365, Exchange, and a lot more.
It then integrates tasks from major productivity platforms including Todoist, Google Tasks, Microsoft ToDo, Outlook, and others.
Morgen streamlines scheduling right in the calendar app, making it easy to book time with others and avoiding conflicting commitments from both your personal and professional calendars.
What are Morgen’s best features?
1. Clean, slick, and fast UX
Calendars are only helpful if they are clear, comprehensive, and easy to read at a glance, otherwise, they will confuse rather than help.
And Morgen’s interface is right on the spot because at any moment, you can clearly see your schedule on a single page, without any glitter or special effects.
You can also select and change your view at any time, be it seeing all calendars consolidated or viewing a subset.
Of course, it’s possible to color-code every type of task, meeting, list, and whatnot to differentiate them easily.
2. Task management integration
Few calendars available to Microsoft users offer as many task management integrations as Morgen.
You can add all your to-do lists and tasks from Todoist, Google Tasks, Microsoft To Do and Outlook, and they promise to add more soon.
And connecting to all these services is simply a matter of signing into the third-party app accounts and granting Morgen data permissions.
After that, all will be imported right into your calendar to plan, schedule, and block time for getting tasks done.
3. Video conferencing connectivity
Include meeting rooms for all your virtual meetings right in Morgen. When you integrate your Zoom, Teams, and/or Google Meet accounts, you can create a new dynamic room for each meeting you book. Or set a static virtual room to be used when others book meetings with you.
Morgen makes it easy to launch virtual meetings right from your calendar, even prompting with a Join button as a meeting approaches.
We haven’t seen too many calendars with this feature and Morgen does it seamlessly. You can also set a static virtual room to be used when others book meetings with you.
4. Streamlined scheduling
Gone are the days of lengthy back-and-forth coordinating meeting times. Morgen facilitates scheduling in 2 ways, using a scheduling link or a personal booking page.
A scheduling link is a great tool for sharing availabilities for a specific meeting. Just mark your availability in your calendar, share the link, and others can choose when works best for them.
Once they select one of your suggested times, an invite is sent. Alternatively, you can set up your personal booking page to share your availabilities broadly for anyone to book.
Create your personal booking page by simply sharing available times, setting constraints such as meeting length and buffer time, and adding an optional message. You can then share your booking page URL or embed it on your website.
People can then book time with you in one of your available slots and that’s it. The meeting will immediately show up on your calendar.
In the next window, click the Download .exe button to get the Windows 10 & 11 compatible version. As you can see, there are also versions for Linux and Mac available.
Download the installer and initiate the setup process. First, type in your email address and verify it by entering a code they send.
The next step is to link your calendars from Google, Office, Exchange or Outlook, iCloud and more. Don’t worry, you can add more from the app itself later.
Now, select the task managers you use and of course, you can add more later.
The next step is all about choosing a video conferencing service. You can do that later as well.
Next, select your time zone, a regional format, and the first day of the week.
And that’s it, as we opted for the free trial, we’ve got 14 days to test it, more than enough to see if it meets our requirements.
As we’ve mentioned before, you can tweak all the settings and add more integrations just by clicking the Plus sign.
From the Settings menu, you can add accounts and integrations, create virtual rooms, change your profile data, and a lot more.
As you can see, it’s really simple to install and set up Morgen and after that, the menus are all straightforward on a clean and modern interface.
We also love that Morgen consolidates calendars across platforms. For the Windows/iPhone users, integrating with iCal is a huge plus. What’s more, Morgen’s iPhone app is in development.
Morgen’s calendar synchronization is in real-time. When you update your calendar, be it in Morgen directly or in one of your integrated calendars, it will immediately synchronize across calendars.
When it comes to bookings, Morgen goes beyond scheduling tools like Calendly to give you options for how you schedule meetings.
Create personalized scheduling links to send to individuals for specific meetings or create a personal booking page to share your availabilities broadly.
However, the best thing about it is that you can test Morgen for 14 days before committing to any license so don’t take our word for it, just try it!
Unmatched third-party integrations of task management tools
Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux
Video conferencing connectivity right from the calendar
Realtime calendar synchronization
Cons
A white-labeled booking page is not available in the free trial
The free plan allows you to synch only one calendar account
Final notes
We were definitely impressed with this tool on all levels and most of all because it removes the clutter from the daily scheduling and task management.
The setup procedure, after you install the tool, is simply excellent because it guides you through the whole process.
As we’ve learned from the developer, Morgen is constantly evolving, adding new integrations, and the Android and iPhone apps are already in development.
While we’re on the subject of organizing, you might also be interested in our selection of the best weekly planner software.
Have you already tried Morgen? Tell us all about your experience in the comments section below.
Are you having trouble getting access to the Internet due to an incorrect WiFi password? Perhaps you want to change your WiFi password on Windows 11 but are unsure of how to do it.
This is a common problem that many people face when they don’t know how to change the network settings.
A good password is essential for security. If a malicious person gets access to your password, he/she can use it to access your personal information such as emails, bank account details, and other sensitive information.
Changing the password for your WiFi network can be a key step in securing your home network. Whatever the reason, changing your WiFi network password is simple and only takes a few minutes.
How to see WiFi password in Windows 11?
Click on the magnifyingglass icon from your Taskbar then type in Control Panel and open the topmost result.
Select Network and Internet followed by Network and Sharing Center.
Click on your Wi-Fi name next to Connections.
Select Wireless Properties.
Finally, navigate to the Security tab and check the Show characters box in order to know your Wi-Fi password in Windows 11.
Is it necessary to have a WiFi password?
If you’re like most people, you have a wireless router at home that connects to the Internet and allows you to share files and printers on your network. But is it really necessary to have a WiFi password?
In most cases, yes. For example, if you don’t secure your WiFi network with a password, anyone can use your Internet connection – which can be costly if they use up all of your monthly data.
There is also a possibility that they could access sensitive information on any of your connected devices, such as photos or personal documents.
In some cases, it may not be necessary. For instance, if you live in a remote area and don’t have any neighbors nearby who could access your network, then there may not be much point in securing it with a password.
The WiFi password is there for security reasons and for your safety. It ensures that you do not allow unknown people or devices to connect to your network and use your bandwidth. This means that no one can access your data or files without first getting past the firewall in place.
If you’ve never changed your WiFi password, there’s a good chance that you’re using the default password that came with your router.
There is also a possibility that anyone could have looked up that default password on the Internet and gained access to your WiFi network.
You may also have forgotten the password and simply want to update it to something you can easily remember. So, how do you go about changing your WiFi password on Windows 11?
How can I change the WiFi password on Windows 11?
1. Use the Settings App
Hit the Windows + I keys simultaneously to open Settings.
On the left plane, select Network & Internet then click on Advanced network settings on the right pane.
Select More network adapter options.
Right-click on your wireless network and select Status.
In the dialog box that pops up, select Wireless Properties.
Navigate to the Security tab, edit the Network security key entry with the new password, and press OK.
2. Use the Control Panel
Hit the Windows key, type Control Panel on the search bar, and click Open.
Under Network and Internet, select View network status and tasks.
Select Network and Sharing Center panel then click on Change adapter settings.
Right-click on your wireless network and select Status.
In the dialog box that pop up, select Wireless Properties.
Navigate to the Security tab, edit the Network security key entry with the new password, and press OK.
3. Use the router page
Navigate to your browser, enter your router’s IP address into the search bar and press Enter.
Next, enter your current router’s Username and Password and Login.
Yes, you can. There are times when you need to connect with a new device and your computer is not around or you have forgotten to write down the password. The other reason could be that the previous user has changed it and now you want to change it back.
We know it’s a pain to remember all your passwords. But with so many digital services, each with its own requirements and restrictions, you need a unique and strong password for each site.
That’s why we recommend using RoboForm so you can easily manage your passwords across all your devices.
So, how do you view your saved passwords? Follow the steps below:
1. Use Command Prompt
Hit the Windows key, type cmd and select Run as administrator.
Type in the following command, and press Enter: netsh wlan show profiles
Next, type in the following command replacing Wi-Fi name with the name of your wireless network then press Enter: netsh wlan show profile name=“Wi-Fi NAME” key=clear
2. Use Powershell
Press the Windows key, type in Windows Powershell, and click Open.
Copy and Enter the following command: (netsh wlan show profiles) | Select-String "\:(.+)$" | %{$name=$_.Matches.Groups[1].Value.Trim(); $_} | %{(netsh wlan show profile name="$name" key=clear)} | Select-String "Key Content\W+\:(.+)$" | %{$pass=$_.Matches.Groups[1].Value.Trim(); $_} | %{[PSCustomObject]@{ PROFILE_NAME=$name;PASSWORD=$pass }} | Format-Table -AutoSize
You will be able to view any saved WiFi password in Windows 11.
Open Settings by holding Windows and I together then navigate to Network and Internet on the left-side menu.
Next, click on Properties under the WiFi name. You will be redirected to all the WiFi settings that you want to tweak.
Why can’t I change my WiFi password?
The most common reason you can’t change your WiFi password is that your device is using an old cached version of your network information. Try disconnecting from the network and then reconnecting.
It’s also likely that the network is being managed by your Internet Service Provider (ISP), employer, or another entity and your router has been configured in a specific way. If this is the case, you will have to contact your ISP and ask them to help you change the WiFi password.
In other instances, you may not be connected to the network. To change your WiFi password, you’ll need to be connected to the Internet. You also need to know your current password.
Should you encounter any other problems with your wireless connection such as Wi-Fi disappearing in Windows 11, we have a step-by-step guide to bypass the issue.
It is our hope that you were able to successfully change your WiFi password with the help of this guide. Did you know that you can easily share a Wi-Fi password as a QR code on Windows 11? That’s right, and our latest article shows you how to do it.
If you encounter any other issues relating to this matter, leave us a comment and we’ll be sure to get back to you.
Getting the best performance in the game is important, especially if it’s an FPS. Speaking of which, many users are wondering what are the best Krunker settings for low-end PC.
To give you a brief, Krunker is a free-to-play multiplayer arena-based online shooting game. Up to 8 players can join the game and shoot each other to death to win the game.
The graphics are not very intense and it is much like what you have with Minecraft or Roblox. It is kid-friendly, meaning there is no blood or gore in the game. But Krunker is a shooting game, so take note of it.
Krunker is a web-based game, though it can also be downloaded via Steam. Several users have reported that they are facing lag or stutter while playing the game on their PC. If you are among such users then this guide is here to help you.
Quick Tip:
Because Krunker is a web-based game, it will be much more fun to play with a dedicated gaming browser. To help you get the most out of both gaming and surfing, the Opera GX browser integrates unique features such as CPU, RAM, and network limiters.
This allows you to run Opera GX alongside online gaming or other resource-intensive applications.
Opera GX
Opera GX Control lets you set limits on how much RAM, CPU, and network usage your browser takes up.
In this guide, we will list down the best Krunker settings that you can set on your low-end PC to enjoy smooth gameplay. Let us check it out.
What are the best FPS settings for Krunker?
1. Tweak in-game settings
1. Launch Krunker
2. Click on Settings.
3. Select the General tab.
4. Click on the Performanceoption.
5. Switch to the Displaytab. Now set all the settings to the lowest values.
If you have a low-end PC and want to play Krunker on it, what you need to do is set your in-game Display settings to low.
The lower the game’s visual settings are set, the better the performance will be for your PC.
2. Change the power plan
Open the Start menu.
Search for cmd and select Command Prompt to open it.
Type the below command and press Enter. This will activate Ultimate Performance mode on your PC: powercfg -duplicatescheme e9a42b02-d5df-448d-aa00-03f14749eb61
Now you need to change your settings by doing the following:
Open the Start menu again.
Search for Choose a power plan and open it.
Expand the Show additional options section.
Check Ultimate Performance located right at the bottom.
3. Change performance settings
Open the Start menu.
Search for View advanced system settings and open it.
In the Advanced tab, under Performance click on Settings.
Select Adjust for best performance.
Click on Apply and OK to save changes.
4. Change graphics settings
Open the Start menu.
Open Graphics Settings.
Click on Default graphics settings.
Toggle on the Hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling option.
Go back and under Custom options for apps, click on Browse.
Select Krunker from the Steam folder, if you are using it via Steam.
After adding the game, click on Options.
Select High performance.
After making these changes, check if the problem is still there.
Disable the toggle for Open Xbox Game Bar using this button on a controller option.
Go back to the Gaming tab, and click on Game Mode.
Toggle on Game Mode.
Best Krunker settings to copy paste
Users have been wondering how to import the best Krunker settings from their favorite gamers such as Sorable, undercoverdudes(ucd), and Kashy Kans. Here’s how you can do it:
For Sorable fans, go to the linked PasteBin page to find the Krunker settings, and select the text file to copy it, and later import it. Do the same for UCD and Kashy Kans.
Next, open your game, go to Settings followed by Import then hit Ctrl + V to paste the settings inside the window that will open up and say Copy paste settings text here. That’s it!
Why is my FPS so low in Krunker?
In most cases, the issue stems from your game settings or your browser, so you need to adjust the settings or change the browser.
Your PC settings can also cause performance issues, so adjusting them is a great way to fix this issue.
These are the best Krunker settings for low-end PC, so be sure to try them if you want to get the maximum performance during your gaming sessions.
Let us know in the comments below if the above settings helped you get the best FPS while playing Krunker on your low-end PC.
Moreover, if there are a few other tweaks that did the job for you, then feel free to share them in the comments.
This article will explore issues relating to Avast Secure Browser not responding.
Avast Secure Browser is a free Chromium-based browser from Avast, released in 2018. This browser is essentially a substitute for Avast’s SafeZone Browser, which has been discontinued.
Avast Secure Browser was developed to give consumers better privacy, faster browsing, and protection from online threats.
The browser is available as a standalone product or as part of an Avast security package.
The browser’s features can be expanded with seven extensions, but it also includes an anti-fingerprinting technology that ensures no one can track you.
Furthermore, its anti-phishing protection will keep you safe from dubious websites, an extension guard will keep you safe from untrustworthy extensions, and its stealth mode will allow you to surf without cookies.
There are a few reasons why your Avast Secure Browser may not be working. First, an incomplete update is a common culprit. But other than this, issues like viruses or malware infections could make it not work. In such cases, a proper scan of your PC would be a good solution.
It may even be due to conflicts with other software, especially antivirus software on your computer. While antivirus software would generally work with the Avast Secure browser, it is recommended to use the Avast antivirus on systems running this browser.
No matter the case, you should use any of the fixes mentioned below to get it working again.
?️ Quick Tip! To get back online as soon as possible, you can use another browser with similar security features. Look into Opera One, it’s Chromium-based as well. It has built-in anti-tracking, an adblocker, and a simple VPN with unlimited bandwidth.
Right-click the Start menu and choose Task Manager from the drop-down menu.
Select the Processes tab.
Search for the Firefox process in the left pane, right-click it, and select the option to End task.
End task is a tool on the Application processes tab of Windows Task Manager that allows you to halt any process that isn’t responding. End Task can be used to end a frozen or non-responsive application without having to restart your computer.
Restart your computer
Close the window by clicking the close button, the X sign at the top right corner of your browser (This is only useful if the browser is already open).
Click on your PC’s Start button, click on the Power button, then the Restart option.
Wait for the machine to turn back on, then reopen the browser to see if the problem has been resolved.
If you restart your computer, it will run more smoothly. A reboot clears the computer’s memory, putting a stop to any processes that are consuming RAM. Furthermore, a program can devour your memory long after you’ve closed it, and a restart ensures that this doesn’t happen.
Finally, a reboot may help with hardware and peripheral issues.
Sign in as an admin
Using the hotkeys Windows+ R, open the Run dialog box.
Enter the code in the box below and press Enter. control userpasswords2
Click the Properties button to see if your user name appears in the list of administrators.
Select the Administrator option from the Group Membership tab, click Apply, and OK.
Try restarting the browser.
If your Avast Secure Browser is still not working, skip to the next solution.
Turn off your antivirus temporarily
Select Windows Security from the Start menu after typing it in the search box.
Select Virus & Threat Protection from the left pane, then scroll down to the Virus & Threat Protection Settings menu and choose the Manage settings option.
In the Real-time protection section, toggle off the switch.
Select Firewall & network protection from the left pane, then Private network from the right pane.
To begin the Avast Secure Browser download, click the FREE DOWNLOAD button.
Double-click the setup after opening the download location.
Click the green ACCEPT AND INSTALL button on the installation.
Wait while the installation completes.
Complete the setup by clicking Finish setup.
Note that even though other Avast products may employ an offline installer, there is no official Avast Secure Browser offline installer.
Using a secure browser in today’s information age is an absolute necessity. Many browsers are famed for specializing in security, but Avast Secure Browser is at the top of the bunch.
With the solutions in this article, you should have successfully resolved any problems stopping Avast Secure Browser from responding. We have also explored Avast Secure Browser download and installation, as this may be a last resort for solving browser-related issues.
This post will not just address your query, how do I fix the error 0x800ccc92 in Outlook, but it will first tell you more about the symptoms and other possible causes.
?️Quick Tip:
When a password issue arises, it is often better to have a backup, especially if you are in an unfavorable situation and cannot access your emails. The advantage of using decentralized email, such as Mailbird, is that there is no central server where all messages are stored, therefore no one can see your emails except you, and no one can hack your email.
Mailbird is also one of the greatest email apps for handling multiple accounts. It works with any IMAP email account, as well as POP3 and Exchange. When it comes to intuitiveness, Mailbird much outperforms Outlook.
The Outlook error message reads: Receiving reported error (0x800CCC92) Your email server rejected your login. Verify your user name and password for this account in Account Settings. The server responded: ERR (AUTH) Incorrect username or password.
While the message says that the error could be due to an incorrect username or password, in some cases, even after you enter the correct username and password a couple of times, the error persists.
Before we get to the solutions, let’s understand why you keep receiving the reported error 0x800ccc92 your email server rejected your login.
Why does the 0x800ccc92 error occur?
A lot of times, there can be other reasons why you may bump into the 0x800ccc92 error on Outlook. Some of the reasons include:
POP3/IMAP/SMTP settings are not configured correctly for different email accounts (Gmail/Hotmail/AOL) in MS Outlook
Outlook account is active on multiple devices
The Allow less secure apps option is disabled in Gmail on Outlook
Outlook fails to sync with the server
PST file size exceeds the required limit
PST file was affected by the virus
Failed SMTP or POP3 protocols
Outlook shuts down unexpectedly
In this post, we have created a list of the top 5 tested solutions that may help you fix the Outlook error code 0x800ccc92.
How do I fix error 0x800ccc92 in Outlook?
1. Verify your username and password
Sign in to your Outlook account and navigate to the File tab on the upper left.
Now, click on Info on the left pane and select Account Settings from the drop-down on the right.
You will now see the Email-accounts section under Account Settings. Select email to check credentials.
Check your username and password here and verify if the credentials are correct. Press Cancel to exit if it’s fine.
If not, then select the email address and click on Change.
Now, update the correct password.
Alternatively, you can also reset the password and create a new one, update the same in Outlook.
2. Check the server settings of the email account in Outlook
Launch the Outlook app and click on the File tab.
Tap on Info on the left side and then click on Account Settings on the right.
Next, click on Server Settings.
In the IMAP Account Settings window, review your incoming mail settings: User Name: Your email address Password: You use to log in to your webmail Server: imap.gmail.com Port: 993 Encryption: TLS/SSL Secure Password Authentication (SPA): No
Now, review your outgoing mail settings: Server: smtp.gmail.com Port: 587 Encryption: SSL/TLS Secure Password Authentication (SPA): No Outgoing server authentication: Yes, same settings as of your incoming server.
Click on Done once you have verified all the settings.
So, if you see the error 0x800ccc92 on Gmail, it should be fixed and you can now try sending/receiving the emails via Gmail on Outlook.
4. Minimize the PST file size
4.1 Set auto-archive in Outlook 2013
Open the Outlook app and click on the File tab on the top left.
Now, click on Options on the left bottom.
In the Outlook Options window, click on Advanced on the left.
Next, on the right side, go to Autoarchive and press the Auto Archive Settings button.
As the AutoArchive dialogue box opens, go to the Run AutoArchive every field and set it to 14 days, and check all the boxes as shown in the below image.
4.2 Set to archive manually
Open Outlook, and select the File tab on the upper left.
Next, on the left side, click on Info, and then on the right, click on Mailbox settings and click on SetArchive Folder below.
Now, in the Archive window, select Archive this folder and all subfolders and choose what you need to archive manually.
Press OK to save the changes.
4.3 Extract the Outlook archived folder
Launch the Outlook app, go to the menu and click on the File menu.
Click on Open and Export on the left pane.
Now, on the right side, click on Open Outlook Data File, select the necessary file and click on OK.
Next, go to the File tab again.
Click on Mailbox settings on the right side of the pane, and then click on the Set Archive Folder option.
Now, check the Archive file and review if any of the information has been changed.
If any data is changed, Outlook will prompt you with a message.
Exit the Archive data file. Now, right-click on the archive data file that you see in the folder panel and select Close Archive.
This will help you search and view the data for the archived emails.
4.4 Clear the recycled items folder
Launch Outlook and navigate to the File tab.
Now, from the left ribbon, select Options.
In the Outlook Options window, click on Advanced on the left.
On the right side, under the Outlook, start and exit section, check the box next to Empty Deleted Items folders when exiting Outlook.
Press the OK button and it will automatically clear all your deleted items folder.
To receive notifications before the removal, click on Advanced on the left again and check the box in the prompt to confirm before deleting items.
Before you proceed to clear your recycled items, follow the above instructions to recover any of the important messages that might have been deleted accidentally.
Simply drag and drop the OST or PST data file from your recycled items folder to your desired location.
5. Generate the app password from your AOL account
The Account Security page will open. On the right side, scroll down to App Password and click on Generate and manage app passwords.
In the pop-up window, type Outlook desktop under Enter your app’s name field and click on Generate password.
It will generate a one-time app password (16 letters) for your Outlook desktop. Click on Copy and press Done.
Now, proceed with the below steps to update the password.
5.2 Update password in Outlook
Open Outlook, sign in, and click on File on the upper left.
Select Account Information from the left pane.
Choose the email (that’s having problems) from the drop-down.
Now, click on Account Settings.
In the Account Settings window, select the email and click on Change.
In the Change Account dialogue box, go to Logon Information and paste the one-time password.
Press Next and follow the on-screen instructions to finish updating the password.
You can now, log into Outlook with the original username.
Now, enter the one-time app password instead of the original password.
This should update your password successfully and fix the error code 0x800ccc92.
NOTE
The one-time password is auto-generated, so you do not need to remember it, and it does not replace your original password.
What else can I do to confirm the Outlook credentials?
Besides, while configuring an email account in Outlook, you must check if your username matches the account’s full email address.
For instance, if you have set up a Gmail account using POP3 in Outlook, you must enter your complete Gmail address in the user name field as [email protected].
Also, make sure that the same username and password are used for both incoming and outgoing mail servers.
For instance, you must use the same username (the email address: [email protected]) and the same password (password: yourpassword).
Alternatively, you can also create a new Outlook profile to get rid of the Outlook error prompt or remove the email account from any other devices.
That’s all. If you bump into the error code 0x800ccc92 on Outlook 2010 as you try to send/receive emails, following the above methods should help you fix the problem.
Live video creation, video recording, and live broadcasting are all possible with OBS, and here, we take a look at how to install the CLR browser plugin in OBS.
OBS can blend various visual and audio sources into a live environment for video production. At installation, a setup wizard gives the option to optimize the program for live streaming and recording.
This software also has several plugins that may be used to enhance its capabilities, such as VST plugins, NDI support, and stream deck controls.
Its plugins are used to enhance OBS’ capabilities by adding specific code to do certain tasks.
Also, users will notice that support for NDI is an integral part of the most used OBS plugins. The VirtualCam plugin is another easy-to-use option that enables you to link your videos inside OBS to other cameras through virtual webcam sources.
If you need help, this easy-to-follow article will show you all you need to download OBS studio.
After the download, extract it to the following path: C:\Program Files\OBS\Plugins
Once in this path, the plugin has been properly installed. Then, you can restart your OBS, and you will get all the functionality of the newly installed plugin.
After these steps, the CLR OBS studio browser source plugin should be functional.
Note that this process will work for any browser plugin on OBS. You need to extract the zip file to the plugin folder, and you are good to go. The plugin used will work only on the OBS classic version and not the studio version in this example.
Now that we are done installing the OBS studio CLR browser let’s talk about browser sources.
How do I enable browser sources on OBS?
Start your OBS Studio.
On the main OBS window, navigate to File, then Settings.
On the left pane, select the Advanced tab.
Untick the Enable Browser Source Hardware Acceleration checkbox.
Close and restart the application, then test the browser source.
You can follow the steps in the how do I enable browser sources on OBS? section. The only difference will be to untick rather than tick the source acceleration option.
Using Open Broadcast Software with hardware acceleration might assist create a quicker user experience. This is particularly true if the software uses a significant CPU and functions badly.
In general, enabling hardware acceleration can only be advantageous if your computer has a powerful GPU. This will allow the GPU to perform to its maximum potential, resulting in a more fluid user experience across all programs.
2. Restart OBS
If you have disabled browser source hardware acceleration and the problem is still not fixed, close the application and restart it. This may force this setting to take effect.
We have covered in this article all you need to know about how to install the CLR browser plugin and other operations in OBS.
We would love to hear from you in the comments, so let us know if you have found this helpful guide.
The VLC media player is the best free open-source cross-platform media player worldwide. This media player offers features like good video quality, control over subtitles, and cross-functionality with other devices.
But recently, many users have complained about the VLC media player not working on Windows 11. Issues like these mainly occur due to corrupt cache data. However, there are many other reasons why users may face this error.
Keep reading this post to know how to fix the VLC media player not working on Windows 11.
Does VLC support Windows 11?
The latest version of the VLC media player is now available in the Microsoft Store app on Windows 11. All you need to do is download VLC from the Microsoft Store and start using it.
Well, that’s all from our side on how to solve the VLC media player when it’s not working on Windows 11. If this guide was helpful, do let us know in the comments below.
If you own a restaurant, you know already how difficult is to manage your employee scheduling, update the manager logbook, or record restaurant expenses accurately.
But with the BarSight restaurant software, all those worries are gone because today we’re talking about a restaurant management system that will revolutionize the way you work.
We tested this solution and we’re going to emphasize its best features and use all the tools to increase your restaurant’s profitability.
How can BarSight help me manage employee scheduling?
First of all, the BarSight software is actually a web app, available online from wherever you are on virtually any device that can load a browser.
That means after you’ve created a schedule, you and all your employees will be able to quickly and easily check their weekly schedule on their phones or computer.
Your employees can also download the free mobile app to their phones, so they can get notified immediately when new shifts are published.
With all this information right at their fingertips, your restaurant will see a decrease in personnel problems.
So, BarSight has a very simple restaurant scheduling software, allowing you to create precise scheduling for all your staff but that’s not all.
For instance, at the end of the month, or pay period, it’s easy to download the restaurant’s labor reports as an excel spreadsheet and send it to your accountant or import it into your payroll software.
Moreover, BarSight provides a very clear report of your restaurant expenses so you can track down your budget easily.
What are the most important features of the BarSight app?
1. Restaurant employee scheduling the easy way
The main feature of BarSight is its employee scheduling tool which is extremely easy to use and manage.
You simply add the employees and set the working times and as you’re building the schedule, the staff will see the schedule on their apps instantly.
The scheduling software automatically validates the start and end times of the shifts and will let you know if there are conflicts with employee availability or approved time-off requests.
That way, you can be sure your staff is ready to show up for their scheduled shifts.
If your staff are unable to work the shifts you have assigned to them, they are able to either request shift trades (aka shift swaps) or drop the shift (aka submitting shift cover requests) and wait for another employee to pick it up.
Once a shift has been requested to be picked up or both employees agree to a shift trade, your restaurant managers will be notified and are able to make a decision.
If the scheduling changes are approved, the changes are effective immediately and all employees are able to see the newly revised schedule.
After you make the schedule for a day or a week, you can just copy and duplicate the data for the next days or weeks.
You can even create and save different schedule templates that you can use when required, such as special event weeks or a summer schedule and a winter schedule.
As you build the schedule, you can see in real-time, the estimated labor costs displayed on the screen.
If you connect your POS system to BarSight, the software will automatically forecast your daily sales and display other critical financial data to help you budget your schedule and reduce labor costs.
2. Simple reporting
To keep your accountant’s head from exploding due to frustration, BarSight makes it easy to record and generate reports for your restaurants’ expenses, such as vendor invoices and store receipts.
With BarSight, you can connect your POS system and create accounts for your vendors so all of them will be in one
With BarSights’ Accounts Payable module, you are able to create accounts for your vendors so all of them will be in one place, in a digital format.
Vendor contact information (such as phone numbers or account information) can be stored as well as the ability to instantly see the buying history from each vendor.
Either you or an employee you designate is able to enter the data from invoices right into BarSight and record the method of payment (credit card, direct debit, etc).
So, at the end of the month, all you need to do is to go to the Reports tab, select Accounting from the list, and hit the Get Report button for the desired period.
You will get the Excel file that you will be able to send directly to your accountant who will be finally happy and stress-free.
In the Reports section, you will also find detailed overviews of the attendance of your employees, their availability, and even their scheduled time off.
3. Workforce management
In addition to being more than just employee scheduling software, BarSight comes with additional tools that will help you communicate with your restaurant staff, and manage their time off requests, availability, and employee profiles.
Gone are the days of chasing down employees to make sure their address is correct so you can mail out important tax documents on time, or having random notes left on your desk with time-off requests.
Your restaurant employees will be able to simply make these changes and request time off or changes to their availability from the free mobile app.
Once a request has been made for time off or availability changes, you or your manager will see them instantly on your Work Force dashboard, and with a simple click, they can approve them instantly.
Also included is the ability for you and your employees to send messages to each other.
This will help improve team communication when you need to make important announcements, such as menu changes, an upcoming event, or staff meetings.
As a manager, you’ll also be able to check up on who has read the messages you’ve sent, and who hasn’t by simply clicking on the message.
Enter your email address to create an account and hit the Start Free Trial button.
Next, you will need to enter some details about your company and location.
Now, you can enter the functions for your staff and create the departments like Front of House, Back of House, and more. You can start out with the basics for now, as you will have the ability to modify these roles and departments later.
Of course, next, you may enter the employees’ names and their email addresses but it’s possible to do that later as well.
That’s it! Now, you can see your dashboard but at first, it’s going to be pretty empty.
However, straight away you can create a daily manager log book by clicking on New from the Logbook Entries and selecting Daily Log Book.
By default, it’s an empty window where you can add lots of elements like cook times, reservations, freezer contents, and a lot more, but BarSight provides a predefined free form, so you don’t have to worry about that either.
And after that, just access the entry and you will see all the relevant data for that day.
As you see, it’s very easy to create an account and start using BarSight just with a few data entries and a few clicks.
On your dashboard, you will see a brief report on all important data like the scheduled hours, turnover rate, operation costs, margin, and more.
How can I add employees and create a schedule for them?
To start adding employees, click the Work Force section, select Employees, and click the Add Employee button.
Now, just enter their data, select the role, wage, and click on Send Email to let them know you added them.
After you add all of them, it’s also a good idea to click on the Export List to download an excel table with all that data. You’ll be able to double-check all the employee information and verify it is correct.
Now, you can click on the Schedule section from the left, select Create and choose the Plus sign from the daily schedule calendar.
In the new window, set the working hours, select the employee from the list, and hit the Save Shift button to add the entry.
Then, you can access the department drop-down menu to see the schedules for each one or for all of them.
This is how you can easily add your employees and create an employee schedule in BarSight with just a few actions.
As you’ve read above, there are plenty of other functions and options you can access, and you can do a lot more with this amazing employee scheduling software.
It is also worth noting, that while this program is geared towards the restaurant industry, we think it would be useful for almost any workplace with shift schedules.
While we have only scratched the surface, we believe that we managed to capture the essence of working with this software and its ease of use.
Anyway, if it got your attention, you can test it yourself for 30 days before making any financial commitments.
Cloud-based app, available on any device that can load a browser
POS integration
Export payroll and employee reports instantly
Cons
Can take a bit of time to add all your employees
Final notes
Honestly, we don’t know much about restaurants except for good places where to eat around our houses, but we do know a lot more about scheduling apps.
And BarSight has all it takes to be an ideal tool for this job, especially because it adds the interaction of the employees who can change their shift on their own devices.
We also found very useful the reporting features that will help you effectively manage your business.
The cherry on top is that you don’t need to download an app or maintain a physical server because everything is online.
Research studies have repeatedly shown that a common cause of failure in restaurant businesses is a failure to properly handle their most important asset: human talent.
Too often, businesses that lack the tools to properly manage their workforce end up incurring massive losses because of staff-scheduling inefficiencies like improper clocking and unplanned overtime.
Now, rather than spend as much as 8 hours chopping and changing the restaurant staff schedule, managers can automate the cumbersome process by investing in a good restaurant employee scheduling software.
These programs are packed full of great features:
They save up to 75% of manager’s time by automating employee scheduling.
The software drastically reduces scheduling errors saving on labor costs.
They streamline staff communication helping to avoid conflict.
Most integrate with POS systems for accurate payroll processing.
What to look for in a restaurant employee scheduling app?
These software have a profound impact and can greatly boost profitability. But you need to sift through a bevy of options as you chase an ideal solution.
Here are some questions to ponder before deciding:
How many restaurant employees do you need to schedule?
How many shifts is the software supposed to cover?
Are the shifts uniform or irregular?
Can the suggested solution share data with other restaurant software like the POS?
Is the software easier to use for your staff?
Answering these questions will put you in a prime position to land a magnificent scheduling system.
There is a host of amazing employee scheduling automating software. Here are some formidable choices.
What is the best employee scheduling app for restaurants?
BarSight is certainly one of the best employee scheduling software but actually, it doesn’t only keep the restaurant schedule but a lot more.
The tool is a whole restaurant management system that integrates with your POS system and offers automatic labor cost forecasting, and daily sales estimates among other data.
For instance, create schedule templates for any routine and special events so you don’t waste time doing that every week.
It also provides employee scheduling to check if their hours are programmed correctly and the system works flawlessly.
That’s because all employee availability requests can be approved by your managers and they will show up on the schedule as you’re building it.
The payroll data can be downloaded into an excel spreadsheet instantly and sent to your accountant or imported into your payroll software.
And the app is also available for the mobiles of your staff where they can even request shift swaps to be approved by the manager.
You can also check out our BarSight review and read detailed information on its best features and on how to use it.
Take a look at BarSight’s key features:
Quick and simple employee schedule creation
POS integration
Export payroll and employee reports instantly
Cloud-based app, accessible from any platform or device
Check employee availability without leaving your office
BarSight Restaurant Systems
Get the best employee management tool with schedule templates, mobile access, and more!
7shifts is absolutely easy to use for managers and staff because it comes with a straightforward scheduling mechanism.
Indeed, you simply drag and drop the staff details to build a schedule. Plus, managers can use the auto-scheduling feature to speed up scheduling.
So, why does it work so well? Well, 7shifts relies on its custom shift templates to quickly generate a schedule as soon as it confirms staff availability.
Even more, staff members are alerted of their shifts immediately after the schedule is published or changes are made.
If you’ve been struggling to rein in your labor costs, then you should get 7shifts. It turns out that the tool monitors your spending in real-time to help stop overspending.
The program also seeks to help restaurant owners comply with local labor laws. For instance, staff members won’t miss their minimum scheduled breaks, so you won’t be paying penalties.
You can even approve or refuse staff requests for time-off on the go from the free 7shifts app.
7shifts comes with a free plan, as well as several paid options. You can try out the free plan and see how it works for you. The paid ones can also be tried for free for 14 days, with all features available.
Let’s review some of its key features:
Drag-and-drop functionality
Labor law compliance
Custom shift templates
Labor costs monitoring and reporting
Time clocking and logbooks
7 shifts
Create shift templates and help employees stay productive with real-time alerts.
Sage HR is yet another suitable tool for employee management. It comes with complex features that help you with shift scheduling, expenses, leave management, and more.
The software comes with the Timesheets feature which is used to record the time employees spend working. This module comes with its own sub-features, all well-integrated within an intuitive UI.
Employees can submit their timesheets for approval, and the requests go directly to the people who have permission to manage and regulate such issues. You can also easily generate reports that show the total hours worked, overtime hours, and more.
Another feature that works hand-in-hand with the Timesheets is the Shift scheduling feature.
It allows you to easily add, edit, move and copy shifts. You can create separate shifts for different teams or different company locations and get an overview of all of them via the UI.
Moreover, employees can use this feature to show you their preferred working hours and also to inform you about their availability. All these and more are done hassle-free with drag-and-drop.
Sage HR is a paid service with custom plans based on the number of your employees and also your preferred feature set. It comes with a 14-day free trial.
Other key features of Sage HR include:
Fast, digital time off management
Employee database
HR analytics
Expenses management feature with automatic expense recordinga and detailed reports
Integrates popular employee apps like G-Suite, Slack, Active Directory & any custom-built app
Findmyshift is one of the scheduling software that gives you real freedom when it comes to employee shifts.
You see, everything is available from their interactive website meaning you can make and monitor schedules any time and from anywhere.
It integrates with loads of platforms to track employee vacations, send emails and automated shift reminders to employees, and set alarms for upcoming shifts.
Now sample this: It can pay the staff different hourly rates, deduct unpaid breaks, and combine employee timesheets, schedules, and overtime rates to arrive at accurate payroll costs.
Subscription is charged per employee added and it allows you to add unlimited staff. And as a welcome, you don’t pay a dime for the first month!
Employees have also praised its simplicity and functionality. You see, unlike some of the competitors, they can request, cancel, and swap shifts with colleagues using the FindMyShift website on the go.
The website is encrypted so your restaurant’s data remains protected not to mention the system runs automated backups in case you erase some schedules.
You will benefit from the following best features:
Send emails and automated shift reminders to employees
Pay the staff different hourly rates, and deduct unpaid breaks
Planday also makes a compelling case to be considered among the elites and you feel it could actually be a step-up on some of the other entrants in this exclusive list.
Created to make staff scheduling simple and fun for both owners and workers, PlanDay allows you to save your favorite schedule as a template.
You can then customize it to fit the needs of each week or to schedule shifts well in advance.
The software prioritizes efficiency over aesthetics so essentials like the dashboard are plain but very detailed.
Depending on your needs, you can view a snapshot of the work week or month, the hours each employee will work, and how much it will cost your business.
Its wonderful collection of communication tools allows managers to pass the right message to every worker (or groups of employees) to ensure teamwork.
Employees clock in quickly through the app (Apple and Android) as soon as the shift begins while you get a bird’s-eye view of the happenings from the focused reports.
Overall, PlanDay could prove a masterstroke for both employees and management in your growing business.
HotSchedules – Great for managing day to day operations
HotSchedules is one of the most advanced scheduling software for restaurants and the hospitality industry at large.
Its impressive suite of clocking, communication, and tracking technologies includes features to help man employees across locations and a powerful native mobile app.
Thus, HotSchedules would be great if you’re searching for a product that not only monitors staff but also helps manage day-to-day operations.
Some of its excellent abilities include enforcing punctuality to reduce time-theft, a straightforward payroll aggregation, meal and breaks enforcement, multiple payroll exports, and more.
These features will save you money and help satisfy the requirements of employee regulations across all your locations.
Incidences of shortages and overages will be long gone as will annoying last-minute calls to the managers.
Employees are also fully catered for and can check schedules, request time off, and pick-up or drop shifts, from their phones.
Ultimately, HotSchedules will do more than just enabling owners and supervisors to schedule employees.
This is also a paid service, with the price depending on the number of employees. In contrast with the other software discussed above, HotSchedules doesn’t come with a free trial.
Take a look at some of its most important features:
Using the best restaurant employee scheduling software solves many of the headaches that managers and owners face with manual and spreadsheet scheduling methods.
The fruits will be a smooth-running business, better management/employee relationships, and compliance with local labor laws.
Such benefits outweigh the meager investment in the software by far but you need to pick the right one for your business.
HP Recovery Manager is a critical software that recovers your media after you set up your system. When your hard disk crashes, you can use recovery media to retrieve your system.
You can also use this tool to reinstall some software programs for the HP system. Note that, this app is available only for HP laptops.
In this article, we’ll go over how to use HP Recovery Manager and how to download and install it for free on Windows 11.
It’s possible to get efficient data recovery on your HP system using dedicated software that can automatically backup or bring back any lost files.
Stellar Data Recovery
Rescue every single file on your Windows PC and take back your lost or deleted files in a few clicks.
You can also apply the same procedures to download HP Recovery Manager for Windows 7 and 10 so that you may backup and restore your data on any of your systems.
How do I open the HP Recovery Manager from Windows?
In Windows:
First, open the search field and type HP Recovery Manager then open it.
Then choose HP recovery environment and click onOKto continue.
Your computer will restart; after that, select Troubleshoot.
Afterward, click on Recovery Manager.
Follow the on-screen tutorial.
From BIOS:
Turn on your computer and press the F11 key constantly.
Then, a window opens on your screen; click on Troubleshoot.
For the next step, click on Recovery Manager.
Finally, follow the on-screen instructions.
You could previously open HP Recovery Environment through the HP Recovery Manager application, but not anymore. Now, in the last official version, you encounter the Can’t open file error message when you open it.
By installing the SoftPaq application, which removes the error message, you can open the HP Recovery Manager easily.
How do I run HP recovery media creation?
Open HP recovery media creation by searching in the search field.
When the User Account Control window opens, click on Yes.
Then, click on I accept and Continue.
The supported media appears on the Create Recovery Media.
Choose the media that you want to use.
Finally, tapon Continue to start HP recovery media creation after inserting the USB flash drive.
This app is only available for HP laptops, as we mentioned earlier in the introduction.
How can I download and install the HP Recovery Manager in Windows 11?
HP Recovery Manager used to come preloaded on HP computers till 2018. HP discontinued them afterward. You should also note that you could have only used this app on HP systems.
There is no longer a download link for this tool. Even if you find one, it is of no use if you do not own an HP computer or if you do not have a Recovery partition (preloaded on HP systems).
However, if you only want to download recovery media, you can make a bootable USB recovery drive. HP cloud recovery tool can help you with it if you have a 2016 model or newer PC.
How to open HP Recovery Manager from the command prompt
Press Win + S, search for PowerShell, and click on Open.
Then, type the following command and hit Enter: shutdown /r /o
Then, click on the close button when the prompt appears.
Select Troubleshoot from the window that appears
Finally, click on Recovery Manager.
If you want to create HP recovery media on a USB flash drive, you need 32 GB capacity or more and an available USB port.
Remember that after you perform any recovery activities, you need to update your anti-virus software to protect your computer.
Run Windows Updatefrom time to time to keep your operating system up-to-date. It will help you have the latest security patches and Windows defender updates.
Recently, the ultra-popular Teams app has officially become available on the Microsoft Store, making it even more accessible by eliminating the need to visit a separate website in order to get it.
The conferencing app has also been receiving a constant flow of tweaks and new features, making it a user favorite and further widening the gap between the competition.
And, just when you thought the Redmond giant was taking a break from improving Teams, know that yet another interesting feature is well on its way.
We get to choose our Teams download folder with next update
Soon, we will be able to set our preferred download location for all the files we download through the Teams app.
For the time being, Teams files are going straight to the default Downloads folder of the Windows operating system.
This, however, is going to change shortly, much to the delight of the ever-growing Teams user community.
After the following update, users of the Windows and Mac desktop app should be able to choose any directory as the preferred download location.
Keep in mind that this change will only apply to the Teams desktop app on Windows and Mac. The web version will continue to respect the download location you have configured for your browser.
As you noticed from the screenshot above, the Microsoft 365 Roadmap entry says that this feature will hit general availability in May.
That is surely not going to happen now, considering that the month is almost done, so we will most likely get it in early June.
Excited about his new feature that is coming to Teams? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below.
Valorant error code 84 indicates that your client can’t connect to the game servers. Find below easy ways to get rid of this Vanguard issue within minutes.
How do I fix error code 84 in Valorant?
First, go to the Riot Games Service Status to make sure there’s no outage on their end. If that’s it, all you can do is wait it out. Also, consider restarting your game and computer and try again.
If those simple tricks don’t work, follow the advanced steps below:
1. Flush your DNS
Type Command Prompt in the Windows Search bar and select Run as administrator.
Enter the following commands:
ipconfig /flushdns
ipconfig /release
ipconfig /renew
Once the process is complete, try to access Valorant again.
This process clears your DNS cache, removing networking issues caused by outdated or corrupted DNS records.
2. Disable IPV6
Press Win + R, type ncpa.cpl, and press Enter.
Right-click on your active network and select Properties.
In the list, find Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), uncheck the box and click OK.
Restart your computer to apply the changes and try to connect to a Valroant server again.
Get a reliable VPN for gaming. We like ExpressVPNbecause it’s fast and has unlimited data.
Install the VPN on your PC and connect to a server. For good speed pick a server close to your actual location.
Try opening Valorant again.
Practically with a VPN, it’s easy to change your IP address. This lets you connect to less populated Valorant servers. Not only that, the private network may also boost your Internet speed.
Locate the Network Adapters section and expand it.
Select the adapter corresponding to your current connection.
Right-click on it and select Update.
Select Search automatically for drivers and wait for the process to complete.
Error code 84 in Valorant manifests itself if there are issues with the game’s connection to the server. This occurs most frequently during periods of server failures, whether they are scheduled or unforeseen.
The Postman Chrome extension is one of the most advanced tools for developers but it has some glitches that prevent it from working from time to time.
Chrome extensions are a powerful way to add new features and functionality to the browser. Extensions can be used by millions of people, and their use is growing every day.
Although extensions are great and offer a unique browsing experience, sometimes they may fail you when you need them the most.
Is Postman a Chrome extension?
Postman is a Chrome extension. You can install it from the Chrome Web Store or by downloading it directly as an application. It is available on Mac and Windows machines, as well as on Linux.
The extension makes API development faster and easier, saving you time and allowing you to build better applications.
It’s the perfect tool for developers who are looking for an efficient way to test their web service APIs, mock HTTP requests, create test data, and share API documentation.
How do I add the Postman extension to Chrome?
The Postman Chrome extension has since become deprecated with the introduction of the updated version known as Postman Native Apps.
With the app version comes new and improved features. You can still use the Chrome extension but the app has more features plus all your data in the extension will automatically move to the app once you download it.
To add Postman to Chrome, follow the instructions below:
Navigate to your Chrome browser and Enter the following address in a new tab: chrome.google.com/webstore/category/extensions
Type Postman in the search bar and click Enter to search.
Click the Add to Chrome button.
In the pop-up window, click Add extension.
What can I do if Postman isn’t opening?
1. Disable and enable the extension
Navigate to your browser and in a new tab, Enter the following address: chrome://extensions/
Locate the Postman extension and click Remove.
Follow the steps above in the (How do I add the Postman extension to Chrome) section.
2. Enable Javascript in Chrome
Navigate to your Chrome browser and click on the three horizontal ellipses at the top right corner.
Click on Settings.
Select Privacy and security on the left pane and click on Site Settings on the right pane.
Scroll down and click on JavaScript.
Select Sites can use Javascript.
3. Restart Chrome
Open a new tab in Chrome and type the following address: chrome://restart
Is there a Postman Chrome extension alternative worthy of my attention?
Postman is an awesome Chrome extension for testing APIs and with great features. If you are looking for an alternative to Postman, here are some of the best ones:
Advanced REST Client– This is a Chrome extension for testing APIs. It’s very similar to Postman, and it has many of the same features.
Requestly – Requestly has some features that make it stand out from other Chrome extensions such as Postman. Its interface is more streamlined than Postman’s and supports most of the features you’d expect from a modern HTTP client.
Mokku – It has a lot of features that are useful for developers, including the ability to share your API calls with others, as well as being able to execute them via the command line.
We hope that with the solutions listed above, you have been able to get your Postman extension working again.
Sometimes, an extension may be infected by bugs or downloaded from an unverified source. In such a case, you need to follow the steps of removing malicious extensions from Chrome to secure your browser.
Let us know what solution worked for you in the comments section below.
VPN, an acronym for Virtual Privacy Networks has certificates by a public authority that manages them. They are essential electronic documents, as VPN devices use them to indicate if they are the ones you connect to. Thus, it is imperative to quickly fix any VPN certificate validation failure.
Digital certificates of VPN are also used for authentication, and this is more secure than preshared keys. VPN certificates expire due to security reasons and when there is a need to replace them.
It used to take a more extended period of time for a valid VPN certificate to last, however, in 2021, SSL certificate expiration was reduced and a valid certificate lasted for 12 months only.
Still, this may not be the sole reason you are getting a failure in certificate validation. There are many other reasons why this may be happening with Cisco or some other VPN service provider.
Virtual Privacy Networks improve your security and privacy as you browse the Internet, which is why people use them. Therefore if you cannot validate VPN security, the purpose of getting the VPN in the first place is defeated.
Go to the Manage section in the Azure Active Directory menu and click on Security.
Click on the Protect section on the Security page and select Conditional Access.
Go to the Policies page on the Conditional access page and click on VPN Connectivity.
Click New Certificate and generate one for yourself.
To have access to generate a new VPN certificate, you need to create an Azure Microsoft account. Microsoft has a free trial that you can use to gain access before you need to pay.
When your VPN certificate expires, you need to update it. If you do not update your VPN certificate, you lose security and become exposed to threats that make your private and classified information vulnerable.
How do I update my VPN certificate?
In order to update your VPN certificate, you will have to enter the Certificates – Local Computer app from your system and tweak your current certificate.
For an in-depth, step-by-step guide on how to achieve this, follow the second solution from the list below in order to update your VPN certificate.
Do VPN certificates expire?
VPN certificates are issued with an expiration date for the sake of increased security. After that date has passed, the certificates must be updated with fresh ones.
There is a validity period of three years attached to the VPN certificates that were issued by both the Internal RSA CA for Gateways and the Internal ECDSA CA.
How do I fix VPN validation failure?
1. Check the validity of your VPN certificate
Press the Windows and R keys on your device to open the Run tab and type in mmc then press Enter.
Click on the File option in the top right corner and select Add/Remove Snap-in from the drop-down menu.
Choose Certificates from the Available snap-ins section then click on the Add button.
From the three options, click on My User Account.
These steps will enable you access to the current User certificates to see the certificate that you have in the system. When you double-click on the certificate, you can see the details, which include the validity and expiry date.
After you check, and find that your VPN certificate may have expired, proceed to renew it.
Click on the magnifying glass icon from your Taskbar then type in certlm.msc and select the topmost result.
Right-click on the open space and select All Tasks.
Click on Advanced Operations and select Create Custom Request.
Select Proceed without enrollment and continue with the onscreen steps.
Click on the arrow next to Details and select Properties from the drop-down menu.
Name the certificate a title that is easy to remember then click on Subject and select common name from the Full QDN drop-down menu.
Enter the Fully Qualified Domain Name and click Add followed by Next.
Go back to Properties and select the Extensions tab.
Select Extended Key Usage, and click on Server Authentication and Add.
Click on the Private Key tab then select Cryptographic service provider and check the Microsoft RSA or Microsoft DH option as you wish.
Save everything by clicking on Apply and OK then click on the magnifying glass icon on your Taskbar and type PowerShell. Finally, click on the topmost result in order to open it.
Type in the following command and press Enter: cd $home\desktop
On the next line, type in the following command and replace the FILE_NAME with your certificate’s name: certutil.exe FILE_NAME
Copy the content of the file and submit it to your public certification authority for signing.
To fix certificate validation failure VPN Cisco, and certificate validation failure VPN anyconnect, you have to first verify that the hostname and host address are still valid and then check if the certificate has expired before you proceed to install a new certificate or update the existing one.
3. Turn on OCSP Nonce on the Windows server
Press the Windows and R keys to open a command bar and type certlm.msc to open the Certificate Service Management Console.
Select Certificate template from the left menu and click on Manage then find OCSP Respond Signing from the drop-down menu and select it.
Right-click on it and select Properties.
Click on the Security tab and add the server that will be hosting the OCSP services.
CheckRead and Enrol then go back to Certificate template. Click on New, select Certificate Template to issue, and choose OCSP signing.
Click on the certificate server and select Properties.
Select the Extension tab and choose Authority Information Access. Select the URL of the server and click on Add.
Go to the dashboard of the server manager of the OCSP service and click on Add roles and features.
Check Active directory services and select Role services. Uncheck Certification Authority and check Online Responder.
Launch the Online Responder management console.
OCSP is Online Certificate Status Protocol, and it is a method that browsers use to ensure that a security certificate is valid. Enabling OCSP service nonce protects secure network communication.
Microsoft Windows uses RFC 5019 while Cisco AnyConnect VPN ASA uses RFC 2560. This disparity causes VPN validation failure, and as such needs fixing.
When OpenVPN certificate verification failed and VPN certificate validation failure occurs, these are the steps that you can follow to rectify them.
Also, for IBM VPN certificate validation failure, there is a renew certificate application in the IBM store that can help you with renewing your certificate if it is outdated.
How do I add a VPN certificate to Windows 10/11?
Open Settings by holding Windows and I together then go to Network and Internet followed by VPN.
Click on Add VPN.
On the dropdown menu, select Windows built-in as the VPN provider.
Type in a name for the VPN connection in the Connection name field.
Get the server name and address from the provider and type it into the Server address field.
In the Type-of-sign-in info bar, type in the one your VPN provider uses and click on Save.
When the name of the VPN appears, connect to it.
Is there any good 3rd party VPN for business?
There is another security method to protect all your business data and avoid certificate validation failure for your VPN protection.
You can use the Perimeter 81 as a Zero Trust Application Access software and secure any sensitive data from public use. This way, you guarantee private communication with IPSec or WireGuard technology.
Plus, it provides safer digital support against data leaking or cyber threats with access by role, a cloud-based interface, or monitoring tools.
In conclusion, VPN is vital because of the protection and security that users get from it. These steps will fix the validation failure that pops up. However, if these do not work, you can disconnect completely and start a new connection.
Check out our post with the five best VPNs for Windows 11, after 3 months of usage and tests, to decide which one to get on your devices.
We hope our guide proved to be useful to you. Don’t hesitate to share your thoughts with us in the comments section below. Thanks for reading!
It is nearly impossible to use an online service without creating an account. In addition, it can be overwhelming to remember multiple passwords and login information, so using a password manager with emergency access is of paramount importance.
Using the infamous Forgot password link will be frequent, and you may even resort to using the same password across multiple sites.
This way, you’ll continually put your privacy at risk because a regularly used website may be hacked. If the website gets hacked, the passwords of all the site members will no longer be private.
If you use the same website for all your accounts, the hackers will be able to access all your other accounts using the same password.
Brute-force attacks are always possible but might take several years for an attacker to find a password.
Some websites utilize the one-time password method to improve security. However, a password manager is the best thing that will enhance your online privacy and security.
What is an emergency access password manager?
An emergency access password manager protects your digital privacy and security in the event of death or a medical emergency.
A medical emergency or death requires someone you can rely on to access your accounts and personal notes. It’s like having a private emergency line for your online life.
What are the best emergency access password managers?
Currently, NordVPN is among the best and most reliable VPN services available. In addition, NordPass, a password manager provided by the company, is also available.
Exporting a .CSV file from your current password manager and importing it into NordPass makes transferring passwords a breeze.
As a result, you can be done in a jiffy instead of dedicating a considerable amount of time to entering passwords for various online accounts.
When you first set up NordPass, it will automatically fill in your username and password whenever you visit a website or open an application. Auto-filling online forms, generating complex passwords, and evaluating the security of your current passwords are all features of NordPass.
A secure note section and a password manager are included in the app to help you keep track of crucial information that you don’t want to be compromised, such as your credit card number, when making online purchases.
NordPass also has an emergency access feature only available for premium users.
This feature allows authorized users to access another user’s password vault in an emergency. Only authorized users of NordPass can access another person’s vault when there is an emergency.
This feature allows loved ones or relatives to ask for access to a person’s vault without knowing the master password.
NordPass
In an emergency, family or friends can request access to a user’s vault without knowing the master password.
RoboForm is a password management software that you can use to simplify the procedure of storing your passwords for all your accounts.
It has an Emergency Access feature that allows access to your trusted contacts for all your data in the event of death, helplessness, or just as an option for account recovery.
This feature allows secure access to your contacts without the grantor’s Master Password because it uses public-private key encryption, and it also can be revoked at any point.
What’s more, RoboForm has advanced encryption, namely the AES-256-bit algorithm with PBKDF2 SHA256, to protect your activity against brute force, and other threatening attacks.
In addition, it increases the protection of your account with an extra layer by using a multi-factor authentication method.
RoboForm helps you avoid dull, old, or reused passwords that are easy to break and generates strong and unique passwords, further improving your security.
You can have all the features offered in the convenient subscriptions that also include the emergency contact for extra safety, so don’t hesitate to take it.
RoboForm
Grant your trusted contacts access to your information with this all-rounded app.
In terms of password managers, Dashlane is among the best. It can be accessed from any device.
It helps you create secure passwords and watches over your accounts in real-time to alert you to any unusual activity or to suggest a password change.
For those who like to purchase online, the app provides a virtual wallet feature that may securely save your various payment methods, making it possible to complete a transaction quickly and with minimal form-filling.
Dashlane has an emergency access feature that can only be accessed with a premium plan.
Dashlane
Add any trusted close person to access passwords in case of great need, without compromising the privacy of other users.
It keeps all your passwords in a safe vault that only you can have access to via your master code.
Two-factor authentication and AES-256 encryption keep all your data safe, while browser extensions simplify entering login information online. For example, when you shop online, you can pull up your saved credit/debit card and bank information whenever you need to pay.
In addition, 1Password has a unique feature that allows you to store all of your passwords and other sensitive information on the company’s server. Travel Mode is designed to be used when traveling to foreign countries where you may not have access to WiFi or cellular data networks.
All you have to do is turn off Travel Mode to get your data back when you get back home.
If you are using 1Password for your family, you can create an emergency kit, an emergency access tool.
While death is a topic no one wants to think about, it is inevitable, and you should create a way to allow your loved ones to access your accounts.
1Password
Enables the ability to handle accounts on your behalf in a simple and secured encrypted environment.
You should check out the LastPass app if you’re searching for a great and affordable password manager for your household.
You can share passwords with your loved ones using LastPass’s family plan, covering up to six accounts.
With this family package, you’ll get access to all premium features.
Clicking on “forgot password” is something many individuals tend to do, and it’s pretty difficult to remember different usernames and passwords used for various sites and apps.
LastPass
By becoming an emergency contact, you can gain access to passwords, accounts, and private notes.
This is a great password manager equipped with 256-bit AES encryption, a zero-knowledge policy, and many MFA(multi-factor authentication) choices.
These choices include regular ones such as the google authenticator compatibility and more complex ones like biometric logins on gadgets.
To top it off, Keeper is highly user-friendly and easy to use. All its features work without any flaws.
Keeper also auto-fills users’ passwords and other web forms with great accuracy. Once you create a new password and login, Keeper offers to save them for you immediately.
Sharing login details with other users and setting specific sharing permissions is also a breeze with this app.
Keeper also has an excellent emergency access tool. Its emergency access feature gives up to 5 trusted relatives or loved ones access to your keeper account in the event of death or a medical emergency.
Keeper
Authorized users have a certain amount of time to visit the vault safely without invading the privacy of other users.
In contrast to its competitors, Bitwarden’s source code is available to the public. As a result, anyone who knows how to decipher code can examine its inner workings, which is a major reassuring factor that it is reliable and safe.
In addition, Bitwarden is free to use for individuals. However, users have access to more advanced features with the Premium plan.
Still, the free version offers all the essentials, including having an unlimited number of users log in and sync across devices.
Bitwarden can also store other sensitive info, such as your credit card number. It also has a username and a password generator.
Bitwarden also has an excellent emergency access feature only available for premium users.
A password manager can also help you generate robust passwords which prevent brute force attacks. Brute force attacks are a prevalent password-guessing attack faced by web developers.
Hackers can use brute-force attacks to find a password by attempting every potential combination of characters, digits, and symbols until they find the one that works.
Brute-force attacks are common on websites that need users to authenticate themselves. Using a password manager will significantly improve your security online.
You can also check out this list to help you select a password manager that suits all your needs. Please share your thoughts in the comments section below!
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