Just like how your address and password are unique to your email account, IMAP and POP server settings are unique to every email provider. Gmail’s IMAP server settings, for example, are different from Yahoo’s, and both company’s IMAP settings are different from their own POP server settings. So, you have two options, but which one do you need? What is the difference between IMAP and POP? Is IMAP better than POP?...
We wanted to build a YouTube studio “on a budget”, but didn’t have a specific budget in mind at the outset. We aimed to put together a setup that would result in the content quality we wanted without spending any more money than necessary. So let’s take a walk through the process we followed. Think About Your Content Type The first thing you need to consider is what sort of content you want to make....
But our sleeplessness can’t be blamed entirely on a fast-paced society and too many screens. It’s also due, at least in part, to sleep disorders. How many people do you know suffer from insomnia? How many people do you know snore? Small, seemingly insignificant habits can add up to poor sleep quality. Thankfully, there are solutions that don’t involve multi-night sleep studies where you feel more like a lab mouse than a human....
However, every now and then Steam simply won’t open. What’s worse, you may not get any error message or indication of why this is happening. If that’s what you’re experiencing, these are the most common fixes. 1. Kill Steam Processes With Task Manager Steam sometimes won’t open because it never actually closed in the first place. To make sure it’s properly closed, do the following: Usually Steam will start up immediately when you open it again....
JavaScript snippets like you’ll see below expand the functionality of your browser without requiring any additional installations. They’re used to expedite tasks that would normally take several clicks to complete. You’ll grow to love using bookmarklets for many reasons: Updates are never needed (unless to customize). They’re highly customizable so that they work exactly how you want. System resource usage is extremely low compared to full-fledged browser add-ons. How To Use Bookmarklets Using a bookmarklet is as easy as clicking it....
You can download some of these titles and play them directly, but you can only stream others. Either way, it’s a great chance to revisit older favorites that never received a remake or remaster. These are some of the best PlayStation 2 games available now. Dark Cloud 2 Dark Cloud 2 was the follow up to the critically acclaimed Dark Cloud, but it sets itself apart in many ways. First, the Invention System takes the classic JRPG system of searching for new items and gives it a twist; instead of trying to find new weapons, you make them yourself....
1. MyNetDiary Available on: iOS, Android Price: Basic – Free, Premium – $60/year Top Features: Over 1,117,000 foods, full nutrition facts, barcode scanner, built-in GPS workout tracker, grocery shopping tools, dark mode, ad-free basic version, diabetic version. Arguably the best overall calorie tracking app in the list, MyNetDiary has all the variety anyone needs, plus the professional verified foods and diet library. Like all the top apps, MyNetDiary works with almost any fitness tracker or app, and Apple Watch....
Please remember that some apps may include in-app purchases. Ensure that your children cannot make purchases without your permission by adjusting the appropriate settings in your Google account. Educational Apps These apps are mainly educational, but with a fun twist that will hold your child’s attention. They won’t even realize they’re learning in between all the fun! Endless Alphabet – In-app Paid Unlock (Ages 8 and Under) Endless Alphabet has 100 interactive word puzzles that are brought to life by a cast of colorful monsters....
Back in the day, every device you owned had a different charging cable to go with it. Today when you can use one USB-C cable to power up most of your gadgets, it’s time to buy a GaN charger and enjoy. What’s a GaN Charger and Why Do You Need One? With more power-hungry devices appearing every day, the technology behind charging is evolving as well. Today, traditional wall chargers face a lot of competition: wireless chargers, environmentally-friendly solar charging options, and finally, the GaN fast chargers....
Here we’ll briefly explain what plus codes are, their intent, and how you can use them on Google Maps. What Are Google Maps Plus Codes? Every spot on Earth can be located using latitude and longitude coordinates. However, this long string of numbers isn’t always the most convenient way to find a place. With this in mind, Google’s Zürich engineering office released the Open Location Code, known as the “plus code,” in 2014....
The good news is that there are a number of reasons you may be getting this message and almost just as many fixes. What this Error Message Means The basic explanation of this error message is that Google is seeing suspicious activity between your public IP address and its servers. An automated query is usually one that comes in rapid succession and in large volume. You may not be blocked outright, but may instead receive a challenge to enter a code....
Likewise, make sure the top of your phone’s display (where the proximity sensor is located) isn’t covered while playing voice messages. Are WhatsApp voice messages still not working? There are a few more things you can do to fix the issue. 1. Increase Your Phone’s Volume If you’re playing voice messages on WhatsApp but don’t hear audio output, check that your device’s volume isn’t low or muted. Increase your phone’s speaker volume and try again....
In this article, we’ll cover the 10 best drawing apps for Android. Let’s take a look! 1. Infinite Painter Infinite Painter is designed for painters. The app provides a decent selection of brushes, tools and textures that are designed to mimic real-life artistic tools. Pros: Gradient maps and color palettes, PSD support, advanced brush engine for creating customizable brushes, and a lasso fill tool. Cons: No text tools and a relatively steep learning curve....
Let’s look at a few Google Keep tips and how to use Google Keep to become a more productive learner. Take Your Notes To Google Docs You can open Keep in a sidebar next to Google Docs and Slides. Use Keep as a placeholder for your outlines or rough ideas. Then, when you have more time, add them to Google Docs with a simple drag and drop. You can also do the reverse....
What Is Auto-Tune? “Auto-Tune” is a specific software product created by Antares Audio to perform sophisticated voice processing. However, like” “Hoover,” the name has become a generic term for all devices and software producing similar vocal effects. When used as intended, pitch-correction software (the proper generic term) is meant to help polish slightly off-key notes recorded by an artist. However, when most people think of “auto-tune,” they think of the novel way the software was used to change artists’ vocals like Cher, Kanye West, and T-Pain....
From gadgets that can help increase the console’s portability, to controllers that will make it easier to play your favorite games, there’s tons of Nintendo Switch accessories out there. Best Nintendo Switch Accessories The Switch has become quite popular since its release. Many third parties, as well as Nintendo itself, have produced accessories for the Switch. If you know you want to get some of these but aren’t sure what to spend your money on, this article will list some of the best ones you can buy so you can make an informed decision....
Note: You can also check out my other posts on how to burn CDs and DVDs on Windows and how to burn a CD or DVD on a Mac. You can also purchase commercial software to burn Blu-ray discs or you can use free open source Blu-ray burning software. In this article, I’ve written up a list of free apps you can download to burn Blu-ray discs. There are a lot of freeware apps out there, but only a couple are high quality and time tested....
Over the last few months, I’ve tweaked a good number of settings in Firefox and I thought I would share some of those with my Firefox readers. I’m going to go through a couple of Firefox about:config settings that you can change that will make your browsing experience more enjoyable. Backup about:config Settings Before you begin editing the about:config file in Firefox, you should backup the file in case you make a change that messes everything up....
What to Look For in the Best HDMI Switch for 4K Ultra HD Despite HDMI being a well-established standard with generally excellent compatibility, buying the right HDMI switch adapter can be surprisingly tricky. While you should be more or less fine with any switch, there are a few key things to look out for. First, make sure that the switch meets or exceeds your resolution and refresh rate needs. This largely depends on the HDMI version the switch supports....
In addition to invalid LAN settings, other items that can cause Steam to display the above error are Steam’s own minor glitches, server downtime, a blocked VPN, a firewall blocking Steam’s access to the internet, and more. 1. Check Steam’s Server Status When you get the above error, the first thing to check is Steam’s server status. The platform’s servers may be experiencing downtime, causing the app’s various features to become unavailable....
