Even stubborn malware infections can be removed using these tools, but you may need to run a boot-level scan using portable software on a USB drive, especially if Windows isn’t safe to run with malware. To run an offline virus scan using Microsoft Defender or a third-party antivirus solution, you’ll need to follow these steps. Running an Offline Virus Scan Using Microsoft Defender on Windows 10 If Windows is still running and the malware infection isn’t as serious, you may be able to use Microsoft Defender to run a bootable antivirus scan without using the portable (and older) Windows Defender Offline tool....

Once it’s gone, how do you get it back? Where do you even begin checking when your Android phone doesn’t have a recycle bin?This guide will show you how to recover deleted text messages on your Android phone, and what to do to keep it from happening again. Recovering Deleted Text Messages on an Android Phone Before you start panicking though, there are ways of getting your messages back on your phone....

I’m a huge fan of Picasa because of its ease of use and the way it organizes all my pictures. The fact is that I can have my pictures stored locally however I like, have them organized in Picasa differently using albums and then upload them directly to Google+ Photos. I don’t like Flickr because it’s a pain to upload photos and they don’t have a desktop program to organize all my thousands of pictures....

Sure, you could forward an email or two into another account, but if you want to move a massive number of emails at one time, forwarding just isn’t the best option. What you need is a Gmail-to-Gmail transfer tool so that the emails from one account are moved into the other account in just a few minutes tops.Maybe you just got a brand-new Gmail account and you want to use it as your primary one and forget about all your other accounts, or maybe you’re wanting to back up your Gmail emails to a different account with more storage....

But there’s a lot more to Google Calendar than meets the eye. There are features tucked away inside submenus, and integrations few people know about until you stumble upon them.In this article, you’re going to learn about some of the best pro tips on how to use Google Calendar so it’s far more useful. Master these, and you’ll be even more productive than you already are. Adding Calendars Many people use Google Calendar with a single calendar under their Google Account....

This guide explains how to use Google Docs in dark mode on desktop and mobile devices. Make sure you enable dark mode on Online Tech Tips by clicking the toggle at the top right! How to Enable Dark Mode in Google Docs Google Docs lacks a built-in way to turn on and use dark mode or night theme on desktop. If you’re using a Chrome browser, the dark mode feature is hidden behind a Chrome flag, which allows you to access various browser customizations and test out potentially upcoming Chrome features....

Even if you do decide to handle it on your own, many of the recommended resume-writing resources and websites aren’t freely available. However, that doesn’t mean that you can’t get away with writing a quality resume without paying. Using a Google Docs resume template is one of the best ways to achieve that.Fortunately, Google has acknowledged the popularity of Docs as a resume-building tool and provides a gallery of templates to help you get started....

You might remember Elecrow from our review of the CrowPi2, a Raspberry Pi laptop that includes a bewildering array of features for gaming, coding, and creating interactive electronic objects. Elecrow clearly has some creative engineers working for them, and they’ve come up with another innovative product.We had the opportunity to try the GrowCube to see if it measures up to the hype. We’ll walk you through what the GrowCube does, what you’ll get if you buy one, and our thoughts on its quality and performance....

Smart home technology goes far beyond simple tasks like turning on the lights or changing the thermostat. With the right combination of technology, you can transform your bathroom into a brand-new space with more utility and function than ever before. Here’s how to build the ultimate smart bathroom. Install a Smart Toilet Let’s face it: the toilet is the main draw of any bathroom. It’s the primary reason for the existence of the room....

With a regular camera, however, you still need to fiddle with the settings and position your camera to make sure you’re filming at the right angle, have your subject in focus, and so on. The Insta360 One X2 is an excellent example of a new breed of action cameras that take care of all of that for you. If you want to enjoy your activities worry-free and still get perfect footage in the end, read our Insta360 One X2 review and consider making it your next action camera....

Once you turn on the TikTok Watch History, you can access those videos you’ve viewed in the past seven days any time you like. If you want to keep a copy of your Watch History, we’ll also show you how to download it. As of this writing, November 2022, the Watch History feature is only available in the TikTok mobile app on Android and iPhone, not the web application....

People who live with disabilities that affect their vision, mobility or any other faculty you need to play video games as intended, don’t need to miss out on the fun. There are various options for gamers who deal with disabilities to help bridge the gap and get them back in the game. Every person’s disability is unique, but by combining several broad approaches, you can craft a unique solution for each situation....

The BYOD Cellular Plan Defined A BYOD plan is essentially precisely what the name says. You already have a phone from another contract, or you’re going to buy a handset outright, so you don’t need a phone from the service provider. You’ll simply receive a SIM linked to your contract and put it into your current device. BYOD Plans Are Cheaper Month-to-Month Since your monthly payment does not include the installment for a handset, a BYOD plan will cost less each month than one that offers the same data and talk time but also includes a phone....

More and more, we find laptops listed as having Windows 10 running in S Mode, but there’s no explanation of S Mode. There’s also nothing in the laptop ads to let us know that we can take Windows out of S Mode and have a regular version of Windows 10. What Is Windows 10 In S Mode? As the name suggests, it’s a mode of Windows 10 as opposed to being its own operating system (OS)....

If you watch some of these people on YouTube who have become big, you might wonder how exactly they got to where they are. What exactly does vlogging entail? Is it something that would be possible for you to do? Many vloggers nowadays practice a lot of similar techniques in order for them to gain their following. While it may be unrealistic to seek to obtain millions of followers, especially with the saturation of videos already being put up on YouTube every day, it’s entirely possible to gain a substantial following with some work....

Where does the money come from? Advertisements! That’s right, almost every YouTube video displays one or more adverts, with the revenue going to both the creator and YouTube itself. Now however, the YouTube Premium subscription service has changed that dynamic completely. But what is YouTube Premium? Should you sign up for it? What Is YouTube Premium? These are the main features: No advertising.YouTube Originals.YouTube downloads and background playback in the app....

A situation where you have so many seemingly good choices, that you end up making no choice at all. One effective way to get over this problem, is by limiting the number of choices in front of you.That’s exactly what we are going to do for you right now, so you can spend more time watching Netflix and less time thinking about watching Netflix. To help sort out who would like which shows, we’re going to use the most scientifically valid personality theory of today – the five factor model....

Whether you’re an action-adventure fan, RPG devotee, or just want to mess around in a sandbox, there’s a solo game for you on this list. 1. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt The Witcher 3 is regarded as one of the greatest single-player RPGs. As Geralt of Rivia, an elite monster hunter, you begin your journey searching for your lost apprentice who’s being targeted by the Wild Hunt, an army of inter-dimensional wraiths with whom Geralt has a long history....

Grammarly can help you fix spelling and sentence structure issues and improve your overall writing style. However, depending on your needs and budget, you might be looking for an alternative writing tool similar to Grammarly. In this list, you’ll find the best Grammarly alternatives you can use as your writing assistant. Why Use a Grammarly Alternative While Grammarly is a superb app that can teach you to write like a pro, there could be several reasons you’d want to use an alternative proofreading software....

We present the best portable Wi-Fi routers for traveling to keep you connected through the holidays and 2022. Why Would I Want a Portable Wi-Fi Router? There are many reasons you’d want to set up a mobile hotspot with your own portable Wi-Fi router. Security: Sometimes connecting to public Wi-Fi access points feels a little sketchy. Having your own mobile hotspot puts you on your Wi-Fi network, which will always be more secure....