Although Microsoft has been pushing telemetry data collection since Windows 7, nothing was as comprehensive a the one on Windows 10. By default, Windows 10 comes with the telemetry feature enabled by default which collects all sorts of user activity and sends it directly to Microsoft. As Microsoft provides no way of disabling it completely from the GUI menu (unless you own an Enterprise edition), some users have been searching for alternatives on preventing their Windows OS installation from gathering telemetry data....

Windows Defender is an improved, revamped and re-branded version of Microsoft Security Essentials with a few extra features. Microsoft initially introduced Windows Defender on Windows 7, and as of the introduction of Windows 8, Microsoft Security Essentials has been completely overthrown as Windows’ resident security program by Windows Defender. However, even though Windows Defender is the built-in security program on the Windows Operating System, Windows users aren’t forced to use it – and thankfully so....

As fun as Nintendo Switch is when it works properly allowing you to play games on the go, it’s just as frustrating when it stops working and refuses to turn on just when you’re craving for a gaming session. The reality is, Nintendo Switch is being plagued by an issue that leaves the console turned off, looking like it’s broken beyond repair. Nintendo Switch Not Working We inspected this issue in-depth and managed to uncover a series of common reasons that will leave your Nintendo Switch console looking lifeless....

JavaScript Exception Error in Microsoft Teams has been reported multiple times on online support forums as well as on Microsoft Support Community. It mostly occurs in one of the two situations: when a user tries to run Microsoft Teams set up or when a user tries to run Microsoft Teams software. The error notification is as follows: Error Notification What Causes Javascript Exception Error in Microsoft Teams? We have listed down a few causes of the problem after reviewing the user’s feedback and technical authorities in detail....

Flash drives and jump drives both refer to portable USB storage devices; “jump drive” was initially a Lexar brand name but now is commonly used interchangeably with flash drive. The main distinction lies in terminology and slight size differences; jump drives are typically thumb-sized, while flash drives can vary in size and design. When choosing between them, consider factors like storage capacity, connector type (USB-A or USB-C), brand reliability, and warranty....

In a recent leak from PlayStation , a revealing slide has emerged, shedding light on the surprising success of remastered games compared to their new counterparts. This leaked data not only provides insights into consumer behavior but also hints at the gaming industry’s evolving landscape. The leaked graph, shared by Twitter user FunkyClam , shows a clear pattern: remastered editions thrive on early adopters. These dedicated gamers, eager to experience a classic title in its updated glory, contribute significantly to the initial success of remasters....

In the modern day of PC building, the one trend that seems to be taking over is mounting your GPU vertically so you can show the beauty of it in all its glory. With many GPUs having RGB lighting on their shroud, it makes a lot more sense that way. However, where there are certainly praises as far as the looks are concerned, there are some overall concerns, as well....

A name tag is an item used to assign a name to most NPC characters, preventing them from despawning. It can’t be used on players or the Ender Dragon. Name tags can’t be crafted; they are found in chest drops, obtained through fishing, or traded from a Master Librarian for 20 emeralds. To use a name tag, you must first name it using an anvil and one experience point. Then, apply it to an NPC to display the chosen name above their head....

You may not receive emails from in the Hotmail if the Gmail address (or the Gmail domain) is blocked in the Hotmail settings. Moreover, the full storage space of the OneDrive may also cause the issue at hand. The issue arises when the user fails to receive Emails in Hotmail from the Gmail domain or Gmail addresses. Not Receiving Emails from Gmail in My Hotmail Before moving on with the solutions to get Gmail through Hotmail, check if the emails from Gmail are not routed to your Junk folder of Hotmail....

MIUI users have been facing a bug in notifications that either completely blocks notifications or causes delayed notifications. In rare cases, users only hear the notification sound but do not receive the actual notification. Fix: Can’t receive notifications on Xiaomi This bug may be caused due to various reasons, such as system-level restrictions, battery saver mode, the use of unofficial themes, incorrect permissions, or other conflicts within the MIUI system....

Some Office users are complaining that whenever they try to print documents with their home or work printers, the reference field disappears completely and all the reference text reads “ Error Reference Source Not found “. This is reported to occur with Word. This problem is not exclusive to a certain Windows or Office version since is reported to occur on Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 with various Office versions including Office 2010, Office 2013 and Office 2016....

If the files are not updating across all the devices where your OneDrive account is logged in, it means your drive is not syncing the recent changes like modification, uploading, and removing the files. This issue commonly occurs due to corrupted cache files, but it can also stem from other causes like a weak internet connection, an outdated OneDrive app, and issues with the file path. These are some of the leading causes identified by users while resolving the issue....

OPPO will soon launch the OPPO A98 5G smartphone in Europe and the Asian region. The device has previously appeared on Geekbench , HTML5Test , and various certification listings in different countries. According to the information obtained from the certification listings, the OPPO A98 5G will carry the CPH2529 model number, feature a Snapdragon 695 processor, and support 67W fast charging . However, no other information has been revealed about this phone....

Palworld has taken the world by surprise, crushing records on its opening weekend . The game sold over 2 million copies within 24 hours of its release and is causing huge challenges for the game hosting servers on Steam and Epic . Multiple instances of the servers being down have occurred due to excessive and unpredicted load. On Steam, the game climbed into the top-10 yesterday for the most concurrent players....

TSMC ‘s partnership with Qualcomm may be in jeopardy, as the smartphone SoC manufacturer appears to be considering a switch to Samsung Foundry (SF) for its future mobile APs. Despite being the pioneers in the 3nm race this year and implementing the more advanced GAA-FET technology, Samsung Foundry has faced difficulties in attracting customers. Both Qualcomm and MediaTek have opted for TSMC’s older 4nm technology for their latest chipsets ( Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Dimensity 9300 ), leaving Samsung Foundry lagging behind....

Canon MG682x series is an all-in-one solution to print, scan, and copy your documents in your home or office. Like many other Canon Pixma all-in-one solutions, MG682x series lets you connect wirelessly, and you can use it to print, scan, and copy without physically attaching it to your computer or mobile device. However, you need to connect and configure it before you can use it wirelessly. Please follow this procedure to connect it to your wireless Wi-Fi router....

Steam measures its downloads in multiples of “bytes” per second instead of “bits” per second. A network provider mostly uses bits per second as a measure to advertise their internet connection . A byte is a group of 8 bits. If you feel your Steam download speed is slow, you should first compare your Steam download speed with your network download on the same scale . For example, if you are getting 768KB/s (kilobytes per second) on your Steam client, this means your network speed is 6144Kb/s (kilobits per second)....

SynTPEnh.exe (Synaptics TouchPad Enhancements) is a legitimate process for Synaptics Touchpad that provides additional features, support, and configurations to laptops and computers that use Touchpads, exclusively for those that use IBM Touchpad. The SynTPEnh.exe is located at C:\Program Files\Synaptics\SynTP. SynTPEnh.exe: What is it & How to fix it application error? The file has the .exe extension meaning it’s executable, and it has machine code. Simply put, when you open the Synaptics Touchpad, your PC executes the commands stored in the SynTPEnh....

The AD is, without doubt, one of the most important tools for System administrators when it comes to Network management, auditing, and reporting. It acts as a central framework from where the admin can manage and secure the network resources. Unfortunately, as useful as it is, the AD comes with its set of limitations. The user interface is not what you would call impressive and it lacks automation which makes it a cumbersome and time-consuming choice....

You know what surprises me? Just how underutilized the WakeonLan technology is. You would think that everybody will jump on the opportunity to be able to remotely power their devices from anywhere but no, instead they choose to keep doing it the old fashioned way. Imagine this, you are a system administrator and a power problem shuts down all the company servers while you had already clocked out in the evening....