This can be a somewhat distressing message to hear. Does it mean the battery is on its way out? While Windows doesn’t really tell you what’s going on, this message doesn’t always mean your battery is on its last legs; in fact, in some cases, it’s being prepped to live longer than it normally would! So what does this message mean? Here are a few reasons why you might be seeing this message....

ASPX files are a perfect example of this and can be particularly frustrating because, by default, Windows doesn’t know what to do with them either (the irony being that this file format was created by Microsoft). The good news is that you can open .ASPX files, but unless you’re working in IT on web servers or web development, you probably won’t need to. With that said, other common file types like ....

Wrapped has become one of the most anticipated events of the year, marking the end of November by revealing the artists and tracks we proudly streamed over the last 365 days, along with the songs we’d rather not admit we have on our playlists. Regardless of whether or not you plan to share your Wrapped results on Instagram and Twitter, it’s always interesting to discover what your top streaming track was and there are a handful of exciting new features coming this year, too....

Of course, people are wising up to this sort of scam, so it’s getting harder for scammers to get login details from fake links. However, there’s a fiendish new method of phishing on the internet: tabnapping. Caught Napping These days scammers are moving away from direct attacks in the hopes of tricking the user. Now they’re focusing on attacking you when you’re “on autopilot” when you’re not paying 100% attention....

Before you try any of the below tips, make sure to always keep the Firefox browser up to date. It’s always a good idea since it will certainly prevent your browser from crashing too often and will keep your browser up to date with the latest features. Using the Mozilla Crash Reporter After Firefox crashes, you should see the Mozilla Crash Reporter. This is a dialog box where you can tell Mozilla what has happened so they can do something about it (hopefully)....

Of course it’s possible that your computer is backed up (and you really should do that if you just realised that you don’t), but having a backup is one thing – restoring your emails back into your email program is another. Doing It by Hand The fastest and easiest way to back up vital emails is, of course, to drag them into a folder and store them on a USB drive....

Well, you’re most likely in luck. Even though Apple has yet not released official system specifications for Yosemite, a developer preview was released a little while ago which includes information on what models the beta version can be installed on. We do admit: as testing continues these details may change, but if the past taught us anything it was that the systems that the Developer Preview was released on were those fully supported by the final version....

1. Bitwarden Available on: Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Bitwarden, an open-source favorite, has continued to grow in popularity. Multi-device sync, optional self-hosting, end-to-end AES 256-bit encryption and two-step logins are all available without any cost. This easily helps place Bitwarden at the top of any free tier list. Should you make the jump to the once-yearly $10 premium plan, you add 1GB of encrypted file attachments, password sharing, Bitwarden Authenticator (think Google Authenticator) and priority support....

Let’s explore some of the best websites for designing shirts. 1. Zazzle Zazzle can do all kinds of custom merch, and shirts are no exception. You can get your shirt idea in a men’s, women’s, or baby size, making it a great option for kitting out your entire family with a design. Zazzle’s editor may be a little basic, but its main forte isn’t just in shirts. You can take a design and put it on mugs, hats, keychains; whatever!...

1. Windows Search Windows’ Search function relies on Bing not Google to provide your search results for you. But did you know that you can also use it to do a quick conversion directly from the search bar? 2. Cortana Microsoft may have shifted Cortana’s strategy but it remains a built-in Windows feature, and like other virtual assistants, Cortana has no problems performing unit conversions. In addition to providing the same functionality as Windows Search, Cortana can recognize your voice, enabling hands-free conversions....

Here are 4 Android apps that help you make your daily routine / work more productive. Some may help you remember things while others may just help you tackle different things at the same time, without stress and improve your productivity. 1. Remember The Milk This is one of the best to-do apps available for Android. With a simple interface and ability to put tags and locations – Remember The Milk qualifies as one of the best....

In this list we’ll go over some of the best alternate DNS services – ones that block advertisements, increase privacy, and even increase browsing speed. 1. Adguard Though Adguard DNS is new on the scene, people should take notice. With it users can easily make their own Internet connection safe from trackers, phishing, and even advertisements. Obviously this is not a new concept, as many DNS alternatives promise to protect users from bad things on the Internet....

It’s possible to write valid Markdown in any text editor. However, it’s much easier when you have a specialized text editor. We have already covered the best Markdown editors for Windows and Linux. Here are the best Markdown editors for anyone running macOS. 1. iA Writer Like many Markdown editors, iA Writer goes in for the “minimal” approach to text editing. It’s essentially a plain text editor but with even fewer options that something like TextEdit....

1. XBox Will Move More Into Streaming Video and TV Entertainment Microsoft has been striking deals left and right to improve its XBox Live service and implement the ability to view TV shows and films through its interface. So far, Microsoft has managed to pull Netflix and Hulu in, giving a “nearly complete” streaming experience on the device that people once used chiefly to play games. The XBox Live update also allowed a more complete entertainment-based interface that allows you to navigate the web through the Kinect or your smart phone....

That’s why, as you’ll see, the following desktops use different desktop environments on various distributions. They’re equipped with different apps, wallpapers, icons, and docks. Each looks radically different, tailor-made for their owners, who truly made them their personal desktop. The common factor between them? They all look fantastic and can act as an inspiration, nudging you to replicate them or go on your own adventure to construct your own original desktop, unlike any other....

1. Free Office 365 for Schools and Students Office 365 Education comprises several applications and productivity services offered at discounted prices for students, teachers, and schools. The package is offered to proven accredited academic institutions that apply by signing up on the Office 365 Education site using a valid school email. If your school is eligible, you’ll receive a verification code and gain access to a set of products and services, depending on the pricing option your school has chosen....

1. Faster User Switch If you happen to share a computer with one or more individuals, switching users is very important. This little plasma widget makes it easy to select a currently logged-in user and switch to that account. It can display user avatars, their names, or both. It is a nice widget to add to a panel for easy access. It also provides a quick interface for starting new user sessions....

Recently, Cyanogenmod has stopped development. Some internal decisions at the company forced the development of CM to end. As a result, CM fans are looking for a new ROM. Here’s a list of some good alternatives. Note: the following ROMs are selected as they are similar to CyanogenMod in support and philosophy. 1. Lineage OS The development team that worked on Cyanogenmod is still hard at work under a different name: Lineage OS....

When you experience a random shutdown, give your computer some rest. After a few minutes, you can solve the problem using one of the following troubleshooting tips. 1. Overheating Overheating is one of the biggest factors behind a computer’s shutdown problems. It can be due to dust collecting near the fan, CPU overclocking or when you accidentally place your laptop near a damp surface. To know how hot your laptop is, run your fingers around its edges until you can locate the exhaust vents....

This may raise privacy concerns for privacy-conscious people. After all, not everyone is comfortable with someone tracking every location they visit. If you are a bit concerned about Google tracking you, then you might want to know what Google actually knows about you, and you may even opt out. In this article we will help you find out what Google knows about you and how to opt out of it....