There are various reasons why you might want to do it. Perhaps you were snooping on your friend’s social media account and accidentally read his new messages, or you want to remind yourself to read a certain message later. Whatever the reason, you should know that marking the Instagram DM’s as unread is not that simple. Who Can Unread Messages on Instagram? Until recently there was no way for any Instagram users to unread messages....

On both the YouTube website and in the YouTube mobile app, you can enable and use these handy features. Plus, if you use the YouTube site, you can customize the appearance of the captions. Captions and Translations on the YouTube Site Because Auto-Translate is part of the closed caption feature on YouTube, let’s begin with turning on and customizing the captions. Enable Captions on the Web Visit the YouTube site and select the video you want to watch....

For most people the default signature settings are enough, but for truly unique and professional looking signatures, HTML is the way to go. Using HTML, you can create fancy layouts, add icons for social networking profiles and more. If you think you need to know HTML in order to create an HTML signature, you’d be mistaken.There are many websites out there, several that I will mention in this article that let you create your own HTML signature or download one from hundreds of templates free or for a small fee....

With Google Chrome, you can create tab groups as a way to solve this problem. This lets you collect a set of related tabs and apply a group name. Then, expand or collapse that group as needed. Let’s walk through Chrome tab groups so that you can get your tabs under control. Create a New Tab Group in Chrome Select one of the Chrome browser tabs you want to place in a group....

In this article, we’ll take a look at fixes for many of the common issues that plague Hulu. Our solutions will cover all Hulu-compatible devices, so try each step in order and skip any that don’t apply to your specific device. We’ll start with the most likely fixes and head into specific error codes. 1. Check Your Internet Connection The most common causes for Hulu not working include internet connectivity issues, software problems, and Hulu service outages....

So that should also mean that video games written for DOS back in the 80s and 90s will run on the computers of today, right? While you would be technically correct to say so, it’s more complicated than that.First of all, despite having the same core set of instructions, modern CPUs and those from thirty of forty years ago are actually radically different. They have different architectures and are much, much, much faster than something like an 80386 CPU....

Since these services know that children will use these platforms, many of them have developed parental control features to allow you to control or block what younger users of the account can watch. Each streaming service has unique features, so here’s how to set up parental controls for some of the most popular ones out there. YouTube YouTube is notorious for being a place you can find videos on pretty much anything....

If you’ve been wondering how to start online journaling, we’ve got you covered. We’ve taken a look at twenty options and chosen the six best journal apps and websites that you can use to get started on your journal journey. 1. Day One Day One was first released in 2011 and has been on the Apple Editor’s Choice list multiple times. Day One is available on the Play Store, Apple Store, and Mac App Store and has a great, minimalistic UI design....

As I write this, for example, Samsung is starting to ship the Galaxy S10 and S10+, two of its top (or flagship) phones for release on March 8, 2019, which means that it will become available shortly before this article posts. In addition, prices and operating system updates are in a constant state of flux throughout the year, making zeroing in on how much each phone sells for and what operating system it comes with moving targets, too....

It also had an adjustable contrast dial on the right side of the screen. But what people remember the Game Boy for isn’t its technology, but the games.The handheld looked like a brick and weighed nearly as much, but it had a lineup of titles that are still beloved today. In fact, many of the greatest titles on the Game Boy have seen modern-day remakes in the past several years....

If you don’t belong to the younger generation, you might find TikTok confusing. Is it a social network, a video editing app, or an artsy tool for creators? There are many things mixed into this app, but that’s what makes it such an interesting phenomenon. This beginner’s guide to TikTok will explain what it’s all about and whether you should start using it. What Is TikTok? TikTok originated in China, owned by a Chinese company called Bytedance (considered one of the most successful startups in the world)....

Think about it like this: for every 100 miles you drive, you can deduct $58.50. And if you’ve ever filed taxes as a freelancer or self-employed person before, you know that those self-employment taxes are killer. The trick is remembering to log those miles. It can be tough to remember to write down your mileage at the start of each day, and then it’s even more of a hassle to subtract the ending and starting miles and add those numbers up at the end of the year....

Several games had already been announced for PlayStation 5, but these titles were just next-gen ports of already-popular games. For example, Fortnite and Destiny 2. Both of these games are huge, but they won’t move systems.Never fear, though—Sony announced blockbuster titles that will be day-one purchases for most everyone. If you’re looking for the best PlayStation 5 games that we know about so far, check them out below. Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales The follow-up to 2018’s Spider-Man, the new Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales (henceforth abbreviated as Spider-Man because that title is too long) looks fantastic....

For high school children, Snapstreaks represent their friendship. Essentially, it signifies that two friends keep in touch every day by sending snaps daily. You may have heard your children talk about quickly sending snaps so they don’t lose the streak, but you didn’t know what they were talking about. It’s always important to stay on top of what the children are up to, so here, we’re going to tell you everything you need to know about Snapstreaks, how Snapstreaks work, and whether or not they are a cause for concern....

Checksums are used to ensure the integrity of a file after it has been transmitted from one storage device to another. This can be across the Internet or simply between two computers on the same network. Either way, if you want to ensure that the transmitted file is exactly the same as the source file, you can use a checksum.The checksum is calculated using a hash function and is normally posted along with the download....

Not only does it keep your sensitive data and credentials safe, it also generates unique and strong passwords for you so you don’t have to keep reusing the same ones across your devices and platforms.Think of it as a notebook where you store your most valuable login credentials, locked by a master key known only to you. How a Password Manager Works A password manager stores your passwords in an encrypted form to protect them from prying eyes and improper access....

For the real Reddit addicts, a special subscription service is available that can supercharge the Reddit viewing experience. This service, previously called Reddit Gold but now renamed to Reddit Premium, offers various benefits that are restricted to normal Reddit users, as we’ll explain further. What Is Reddit Gold? If you’ve ever been “gilded” for a post and haven’t got a clue what it offers you, here’s your answer: It’s the ultimate way to support Reddit, gaining you a few perks in the process....

Thankfully, the internet can make this a bit easier. Plenty of websites either cater to finding vegan food or can be used to filter through restaurants to find what you’re looking for. Here are some of the best sites to find vegan food near you. Also, check out our list of the best mobile apps for vegans. 1. Happy Cow This site is well-known among the vegan community as the best site to find great food....

Since your Echo speaker doesn’t have a screen, it uses a light ring to provide visual feedback. Even the screen-equipped Echo Show has a small light band that also uses this feedback method. Light codes are great in principle, but if you don’t know what the lights mean it’s nothing more than something pretty to look at. The good news is that there aren’t too many of these light codes and most of them have fairly benign meanings....

Both web design tools are designed to be user-friendly, but there are a few key differences in how each one approaches website layout and design, as well as in their pricing tiers. This guide will break down what each service has to offer and help you decide which of the two—if either—is the best option for you. At the end of this Wix vs Squarespace guide, we have recommended a few other website builders that you might consider if you feel like neither Wix or Squarespace meets your needs....