AutoHotKey is an open-source custom scripting language for Windows, a brainchild of Chris Mallett. He developed it to provide novice users the ability to create easy keyboard shortcuts or hotkeys as they are commonly called. However, AutoHotkey can also create macros and help with automating software and game functions. Now, it is an all-time favorite for both novice and expert users to automate tasks and save time. You may have been doing a specific task manually for years without knowing that you can save time by automating it....

This article discusses the “DROP IF EXISTS” statement available in SQL Server 2016 and later versions. “IF EXITS” is the latest optional clause added in the existing DROP statement in SQL Server 2016 and later versions. Essentially, the “DROP IF EXISTS” option is used when it is necessary to check whether an entity remains in a database before it is created or dropped. In this case, we will first drop the existing database object and then recreate it with changes if required....

What command lets you view the contents of a file has to be one of the most commonly asked questions by newer users of Linux. As with most things related to a traditional Unix environment, there’s more than one way to do things and most of these tips would also work for those using OS X or FreeBSD. View the Contents of a Text File from the Linux Command Line...

Sometimes you have hundreds of files that you need to rename in a certain format. It will probably take you ages to rename these files, so what you need is a way to bulk rename or batch rename your files. Using the file properties are some of the best ways to rename your files. Common properties are ‘Date created,’ ‘Date modified,’ ‘Author,’ ‘Title’ among others tags. A common case is where a user has recovered data using a recovery utility....

The Microsoft Exchange Server is a calendaring and mail server created by none other than Microsoft itself. Even though the Microsoft Exchange Server runs exclusively on the Microsoft Windows Server product line, it is one of the most popular and most commonly used email servers out there, especially in the business world. As popular and widely used as Microsoft Exchange is, it cannot be accessed through an email client such as Mozilla Thunderbird....

Kingston HyperX, or as they are more commonly known, HyperX is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of gaming equipment. Whether it be headphones, keyboards, mice, or a ton of other products, HyperX is a very common name in this category. PRODUCT INFO Cloud 2 Manufacture HyperX Available at View at Amazon Although, it is safe to say the biggest reason for their fame is headphones. HyperX has been the prime manufacturer of gaming headphones for some time now....

The error code 0x0000185 (A required device isn’t connected or can’t be accessed) appears during the startup screen on Windows 10 and halts the booting sequence from completing. This is a critical error since it prevents affected users from using their computers. A required device isn’t connected or can’t be accessed. (Error Code 0xc0000185) What’s causing the0x0000185 error code on Windows 10? tie_list type=”plus”] Kernel sub-system issue – According to several different affected users, one of the most common causes that will trigger this issue is a corrupted kernel sub-system file that ends up effectively breaking the booting sequence....

Whether you have a PC, laptop, android, or iOS, it is common for Spotify to stop opening on your device. There are many reasons that could prevent Spotify from opening. Since this issue occurs on different devices and operating systems, for now, we will only talk about the common root cause, which is corrupted cache and data files. Applications store the data, such as user information and other data in the AppData folder....

If you’re shopping for a new SSD , be prepared to encounter a lot of flash-memory jargon: TBW , 3D NAND , SLC , QLC , DRAM , IOPS , and more. Additionally, companies like Samsung use labels like EVO, QVO, and PRO to differentiate between their SSD lineups. So, what exactly is the difference between an EVO SSD and a QVO SSD? Let’s find out in this guide. SSD Basics SSDs store data in flash memory chips, more specifically NAND flash ....

Titanium Backup is an excellent application famous in the Android world because of its backup capabilities. Sadly it has been reported to stop working after users performed some non-wipe installs. A pop-up notification showing the text “ Unfortunately Titanium Backup has stopped working ” is liable to appear leading to the application exiting and not performing its regular functionalities. When you try to uninstall and reinstall the application it is liable to give you an insignificant storage space error....

Sonic frontiers won’t be able to launch properly when Visual C++ Runtime libraries that are needed in order to run applications and games are missing from your Windows. This can also happen due to a lack of administrator privileges, in such an instance the application can not access the required folder thus failing to launch. Sonic Frontiers Won’t Launch Fix The following guide will show you how to fix the Sonic Frontiers not launching properly....

While mobile games lack the same quality as that of PC/console games, there’s no denying the fact every game is fun when you’re with friends. No matter what platform you’re playing on, things are bound to be interesting when you’re all playing together. Therefore, we’ve taken the liberty of compiling a list of the best games you can play with your pals on your Android or iOS devices. Download links for each game are provided at the end of its description....

Recently, several users have reported that they cannot use the TPM Provisioning service on their Windows operating system. They are faced with the ‘Error of service’ when they attempt to do so. The error is visible in the reliability manager of Windows and is most commonly related to the Tpmprovisioningservice.exe application. We had a look into the issue and discovered that system file corruption and a faulty TPM service typically cause it....

Every file with a unique extension is associated with an application that runs it. Most users that are unfamiliar with Java or just starting to know about it will be unaware of some of the file extensions. Many users are wondering about what .jnlp files are and how to open them. As it is possible that the JNLP files can become associated with another application, causing it to open incorrectly. In this article, we will cover what the JNLP file is and how to open it....

Some Windows users have been reaching us with questions after checking their Task Manager and noticing that there’s one process called officec2rclient.exe that’s constantly running and taking up a considerable amount of system resources. In some severe cases, affected users are reporting that this process ends up taking more than 50% of their CPU resources, which ends up slowing their system down considerably. Because of this suspicious behavior, some Windows users are wondering whether this service is indeed genuine or is some type of security threat....

The Game Boy Advance is renowned for its extensive game library and portability, contributing to its enduring popularity beyond just Pokémon titles. Emulators allow players to enjoy GBA games on various devices, with top recommendations including Visual Boy Advance for PC, My Boy! for Android, and Delta for iOS. While emulators are legal, it’s crucial to obtain games legally to comply with copyright laws. The Game Boy Advance ( GBA ) is one of the most beloved Nintendo consoles of all time....

When you plug in your console and push the power button, it powers up and takes you to the home screen. In some cases, however, this may not be the case but rather you are left with an orange light on the power supply of the console. This means that the console is not booting up and as a result, you are left with a black screen. As you turn on the console, the light on your power supply might go white for a second and then return to a solid orange state....

ReadyBoot is a mechanism to help you speed up your computer’s boot time . Each time you turn on your computer, Windows keeps track of the way your computer starts and the programs which are usually accessed in the startup process. Windows readily save this information in the form of small files in the “Prefetch” folder. The next time you turn on your computer, Windows refers to these files to speed up the startup process....

Some After Effects users have been encountering the ‘ Unspecified drawing error ‘ right before the program crashes. Other affected users are reporting that this error only serves as a warning message for them as they can continue using After Effects after closing the prompt. Unspecified Drawing Error in After Effects As it turns out, there are several different causes that might cause this particular error in After Effects. Here’s a shortlist of potential culprits:...

Protected View is a security layer provided by Microsoft. It is a read-only mode in which most editing functions are disabled. Additionally, Protected View is enabled by default. Moreover, this is useful when opening files from unknown locations on your computer, the Internet, or through Microsoft Outlook. Although this mode is enabled for security purposes, there are reports from users that Protected View also causes issues. Users have said that opening files either shows that they are corrupt or they remain stuck on the opening screen....