Compared to the Blue Screen of Death, a Red Screen of Death (RSOD) error is rather rare but encountered alike in all Windows versions. The RSOD was first witnessed in the early beta versions of Windows Vista and has continued to appear thereafter on Windows XP, 7, 8, 8.1, and even 10. However, in the newer versions of Windows 8 and 10, the RSOD has been replaced by some form of BSOD....

The cause of this error has been discovered to be an entry in the system file hosts of the affected device that directs the device to a Google server with an IP that has changed. There are two methods that can be used to fix the “Google Play Store can’t establish a reliable data connection to the server”, and it should be noted that both of these methods require the affected device to be rooted, as they call for the user to access and edit the hosts file....

In case you are wondering what these are, they are an open-source home automation platform that performs various functions like controlling your smart devices. They, therefore, function as the pillar of your smart home. Apparently, after extensive research and experience based on the architecture, the graphical user interface, the automation rules as well as the number of supported devices among others, we managed to note the differences as well as the similarities that arise between the Home Assistant and OpenHAB....

More than $3 billion are made annually by hackers from social media attacks, and hacking accounts for a significant percentage of these crimes. We aim to outline methods hackers use to obtain personal information and defeat 2-factor authentication, which should assist you, influencers, and company owners in better securing their profiles. Phishing Attacks Hackers typically gain access to Instagram accounts through phishing. Phishers frequently send emails that look like they came from Instagram containing links, claiming that your account has been breached....

Taking a Screenshot with Keyboard You can take a screenshot from your keyboard. This is the easiest and the most time efficient way of taking a screenshot. Screenshot of whole screen Press the Prt Sc (short for print screen) key on your keyboard to take a screenshot of the whole screen. The key might have prt sc or prtsc or Print Scr printed on it (the key text might vary depending on the keyboard)....

Adding a blank page to a Microsoft Word document is actually very straightforward, and the steps are almost the same across all versions of the program. There are two main ways you can do this. 1. Insert a Blank Page The easiest way to insert a blank page into a Microsoft Word document is by using the toolbar in Microsoft Word. Here’s how you can do it: As soon as you do this, a completely blank page will be inserted into your document right after the position where your mouse pointer was....

But while a PST password does a good job of preventing other local users from accessing your emails, it can also create problems if your data archive is migrated to a new PC. Since the PST password is saved locally, when you migrate your Personal Folders file, your entire email archive will be rendered inaccessible. If you’re having trouble adding or removing a PST password, follow the guides below:...

Windows Screen Saver Windows comes with built-in screen savers that you can select. If you purchase your computer with the operating system already installed, a screen saver may have been selected for you. There are several ways you can set a screen saver on windows. You can choose a 3D text that tumbles on your screen at a set speed and resolution. You can also select a blank screen that lets your screen cool down and evenly distributing the electric stimulant on the screen....

To bring back this feature, you can use third-party apps like Super Status Bar or Display Brightness. These apps let you control the brightness from the status bar, just like before—and you don’t need root access. You can find these apps on the Google Play Store. With these solutions, you can quickly and easily adjust your screen brightness right from the status bar again. Display Brightness The app you’ll need for this trick is called Display Brightness....

This guide will walk you through how to allow pop-ups in Safari on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Whether you want to enable pop-ups for a specific site or all websites, we’ll show you exactly what to do. There are a few different ways to enable pop-ups in Safari. We’ve listed all the available options below. Here’s how you can do it: 1. Allow Pop-Ups in Safari on iPhone and iPad Enabling pop-ups in Safari for your iPhone (iOS) or iPad (iPadOS) is simple, but keep in mind it’s a global setting—either it’s on or off for all websites....

Whether you call it a thermal material or thermal paste, the fact remains that applying it correctly can significantly reduce your CPU temperatures, and ensure that your processor is working like a charm. But the question is, how to apply thermal paste the right way? If you are one of those PC enthusiasts, then you are at the right place at the right time. Why Do You Need to Apply Thermal Paste?...

Portrait orientation (vertically oriented) is when the page of a PowerPoint file has a larger height than its width. How to Decide which Orientation Would Fit your Presentation Better? Depending on the data and the content in your presentation, you can decide whether you want your presentation to be oriented in a landscape form or a portrait form. When you want a lot of information on one slide, the only way to add it is to make your presentation in a portrait orientation....

A ZIPPED or Compressed file is the most convenient way of transferring huge sized files and folders over the Internet. Files take less space when they are compressed and can be transferred without consuming a large amount of bandwidth. Ways of Compressing /Zipping a Single File or Folder in Windows 10: Method # 1: Using the “Send to” Option to Compress /ZIP a Single File or Folder You can compress/ ZIP a single file or folder using the “Send to” option inside Windows 10....

Why is connecting Bluetooth Headphones so complicated? The short answer is that, unlike all the other console manufacturers, Microsoft has decided to go a different route with Xbox One and with the next-gen versions (Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S). To put it simply, Xbox one doesn’t support Bluetooth connections as it uses a proprietary protocol of connecting wirelessly – This technology is called Xbox Wireless. Unlike Bluetooth which uses the broad 2....

With all the tools that Photoshop offers, it is given that not always are you going to be using all of them. In this huge library and a plethora of different tools, there are some that you almost always are going to be using on a regular basis. Whether it is a complex project or a simple one, some tools are always going to be used. Having to navigate to them separately can be a tedious task, especially when you have to do it over and over again....

How to Delete a Ring Device You will get to know how to delete a Ring device further in this article. Keep reading to learn more about it in detail. How Many Ring Devices Can You have on One Account? There is no maximum limit for the number of devices that you can have one account for, but the limit is based on the location. You can set up your ring devices in 10 locations at most from one account....

How to Detect TikTok View Bot Further in this article, you will find some tips to detect the TikTok view bot assuredly. There are also some programs mentioned later in this article to enable you to get more views, likes, and followers on your TikTok account. Is Botting Allowed on TikTok? No. Even though a massive number of accounts on TikTok use bots to get increased attention through followers and likes....

Turning Off Game Mode Notifications on Windows 10 Up until recently, you would have been able to prevent Windows 10 from showing you Game Mode notifications. But if you installed the latest Windows 10 updates, this is no longer an option. You are basically forced to see them everytime you launch a game, even if you don’t want to. Even more, there’s also a glitch that will make Game Mode Notifications to appear on every new application windows that you open, not just games....

We have also included the Registry Editor method for the users that are using the Windows Home Edition. Group Policy isn’t available in the Windows Home Edition. Disabling Online Tips through the Local Group Policy Editor The Local Group Policy Editor allows administrators to modify different types of settings for their operating system. The settings which cannot be found in the Control Panel or Windows Settings app can be found in the Group Policy Editor....

The minimalist design, while aiming for consistency, makes common commands like “Copy” and “Properties” harder to access, frustrating many users. As more people experience Windows 11, reactions vary—some feel nostalgic, while others are upset about these UI choices. The new design also omits familiar options like “Refresh” and “New” on the desktop. Fortunately, the classic menu can be restored with a simple registry edit or pre-made registry files. 1. Disable ‘Show More Options’ from Registry Editor Using CMD Changing the Registry Editor lets you directly adjust Windows settings, like the right-click menu....