On the contrary—there are quite a few ways to close a program on Ubuntu using CMD. If you’re comfortable using the terminal, you can use commands like killall or xkill to force troublesome programs to close, or you can use the System Monitor app instead. Using The System Monitor To Force Close a Running Ubuntu Process While it’s easy enough to close an open process in Ubuntu using the terminal, beginners might not feel comfortable doing this....
Before Windows 7, it was very complicated to take screenshots of the entire screen or even of specific regions of the screen. In Windows 10, things are a lot easier and there are quite a few ways to get the perfect screenshot without much work. In this article, I’ll go through all the different methods. I’ll also talk at the bottom briefly on the best way to capture screenshots of the Windows boot screen....
The best way to amp up your Photoshop skills is to practice, practice, practice. Try adding a border in Photoshop by following the steps below. How To Add a Border Around an Image in Photoshop Imagine you have a photo or image that you want to add a border around in Photoshop. You’re planning on printing the image and getting it framed. Adding a border to the image will make it look like you’ve added an interior matte....
Seriously, though, there are lots of reasons you might want to add footnotes to a Word document. In academia, footnotes are frequently used to cite sources. In other kinds of writing, footnotes are a way to add information without detracting or distracting from the main text. Even popular fiction authors like Terry Pratchett and Junot Díaz put footnotes to good use in their novels. Microsoft Word has had built-in support for footnotes for decades....
In this article, we’ll explain how to calculate the annual percentage rate in Microsoft Excel. What Is the Annual Percentage Rate? APR is the yearly interest that’s generated by a loan you’ve taken out. APR is expressed as a percentage. This represents the extra rate that’s charged over a year, including the interest rate and additional fees (but not compounding interest). If you take out a $100 loan with a 5% APR, you’ll pay back $105 at the end of the year — the $5 is the extra amount added by a 5% APR....
By changing and customizing your Outlook view, you can make the information you need to see more accessible whenever you open it up. We’ll show you how to change the view of Outlook folders and explain what layouts are available below. What Different Layouts Are Available in Outlook? Outlook offers several types of views or layouts that you can use for different folders. Each layout has advantages and disadvantages, depending on what information you want to see and how you want to organize it....
Before Microsoft releases any new features and software to the general public, it rigorously tests them to make sure they’re fit for purpose. A large number of Windows users play their part in this process, thanks to Windows Insider, a special beta-testing program that any Windows user can sign up for. Before You Sign Up For Windows Insider As long as you’re running Windows 10, you can sign up for the Windows Insider program....
Some ways to access Windows Sleep Mode include using an option in the Power User Menu, running a command in a Command Prompt, and making a desktop shortcut. We’ll explain how to use all these methods on your computer. Note: This guide uses screenshots from a Windows 10 PC. However, the steps for Windows 11 should be similar. Use Power User Menu to Enter Sleep Mode Power User Menu is a quick way to put your PC in sleep mode....
In this tutorial, we’ll share everything you need to know about removing and hiding your videos. Learn how to delete a video on TikTok, delete a draft video, and make your videos private. How to Delete Videos on TikTok Found old videos that you don’t need on your TikTok account? Follow this step-by-step guide to get rid of them once and for all. The instructions are similar for Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS users....
With Windows 10, it’s even easier to disable or change startup programs that open when you first turn on your PC. With this guide you’ll be minimizing your startup apps and speeding up your PC in no time. Later, we’ll also explain how you can set up different apps or files to open on startup, in case you want to have everything you need ready as soon as you power up your PC....
This tutorial covers everything you need to know about sideloading iTunes on Chromebooks. All you need is your Chromebook and an internet connection. Installing iTunes on Chromebooks: What You Should Know The 64-bit version of iTunes (for Windows) doesn’t work on Chromebooks. Likewise, not all versions of the 32-bit iTunes work properly in ChromeOS. We installed the latest 32-bit iTunes (v12.10.11) on our test device, but the app was unusable—it crashed every time....
If restarting your computer didn’t fix the problem (try that if you haven’t already), then the following troubleshooting tips should help you sort things out. Restart Your Router In most cases, the “Wi-Fi doesn’t have a valid IP configuration” error shows up due to random faults on the router side. The solution—restart your router. Turn the router off, wait at least ten seconds, and then turn it back on. When your computer re-establishes its Wi-Fi connection, see if you can access the internet....
Correct Your Phone’s Date and Time Having a clock that’s not in sync with the time for your region often leads to connectivity issues with most mobile apps. So, review your phone’s date and time settings and make adjustments if needed. To get to them, open the Settings app and tap General > Date & Time (iOS) or System > Date & Time (Android). Letting your phone set the correct time by syncing it with an internet time server is always the best approach....
If you run into this error, you can take several troubleshooting steps. They’re listed below, from the easiest solution to the most difficult. If you see the “HBO Max can’t play title” error, these solutions can help. Try Playing a Different Title Or Use a Different Browser Before you do anything else, try playing a different title or load HBO Max in a different web browser. This will check whether the problem extends to all of HBO Max or if it’s something with that particular TV show....
You are not alone if you are currently experiencing a crashing Chrome or Edge with a status_access_violation error. It’s one of the most common issues browsers face today. This guide will discuss what the status_access_violation means and how you can fix this error on Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. What Does Status_Access_Violation Error Mean? The status_access_violation error code is a mishandling of an error where an unspecified program code registers for memory without proper approval or authority....
As great as this process is, it’s not uncommon for the DNS server to fail to establish a connection from time to time. Attempting to troubleshoot your web browser in this instance can often result in a ‘DNS server not responding’ error. Many factors could cause this particular error to show up on your screen. The most prominent of which is the possibility that the server itself is currently experiencing an outage....
One quick way to possibly resolve the problem is to close and restart Discord. However, if you’ve got no results, try a few advanced solutions, as explained below. 1. Update Discord Like all other apps, you should keep Discord updated to have all the latest bug patches and features. Newer versions of the app should have fixed Discord’s black screen bug. Usually, Discord automatically checks for and installs updates whenever you run the app....
There are many reasons the keyboard shortcut doesn’t work. The first thing to check is your PC’s keyboard and ensure all keys are functional. Then, ensure the keyboard is correctly plugged into your PC and the connection isn’t loose. If you’ve tried those solutions but to no avail, the following advanced tips should help you resolve the issue. Use the PrntScrn Button to Take Screenshots If you urgently need to take screenshots and the Windows + Shift + S keyboard shortcut doesn’t work, use an alternate method to make your screenshot....
This tutorial will explain how to insert superscripts in Word for web, mobile, and desktop PC. How to Insert Superscripts and Subscripts in Word Here are a few different ways you can insert superscripts and subscripts in Microsoft Word. These directions should work for both the Windows and Mac versions of Microsoft Word. Use the Buttons Use Keyboard Shortcuts Microsoft lets you use and create keyboard shortcuts for all the Microsoft 365 apps....
By default, Windows will try to detect any errors during startup and will normally automatically boot to safe mode if there are issues. However, while Windows 10 has robust self-recovery tools, it’s not bullet-proof. Bootable USBs There’s a good reason why you’d want a bootable USB lying around. In the event that your PC crashes and would no longer boot on its own, you can use the USB drive as a recovery system....
