Author: Evan Wondrasek
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What To Do if McAfee Virus Scan Update 5958 Crashes Your Windows XP Computer (or destroys svchost.exe)
You’ve probably heard about it already – a recent update to McAfee Virus Scan update caused the program to unintentionally damage Windows system files. Symptoms include (but are not limited to): Loss of internet connection Can’t copy and paste Can’t drag and drop files Missing task bar/Start menu This problem can render your computer completely…
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How to Create Custom RSS Feeds for Specific Subjects or Authors with Yahoo Pipes
Now that I’m writing for both Techerator and MakeUseOf, I wanted an easy way to publish links to articles I’ve written on my personal website. In the past, I’ve also wanted to create custom RSS feeds for specific topics or authors I enjoy reading, instead of subscribing to the full “firehose” of a popular site’s…
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How to Enable Crossfading and Auto Volume Leveling in Windows Media Player 12
One thing I noticed while using the new Windows Media Player 12 (which comes pre-installed with Windows 7) was that the options to enable crossfading and auto volume leveling appeared to be missing. After doing a little searching, I found that the options were still available but they were now hidden in an unusual location.…
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Android Secret: Hidden Android Testing Menu Reveals Detailed Diagnostics
Have an Android phone? If you do, there’s a secret testing menu hidden within the operating system where you can see detailed diagnostic information not available in your phone’s standard menus. To access the hidden menu, open up the Dialer application and type the following code: * # * # 4 6 3 6 #…
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Chrome Tip: How to Automatically Backup Forms and Text Areas
You know what’s the worst? Having your browser crash after you’ve almost completely filled out text areas in an online form. This is especially disastrous when submitting an online resume – you get the whole thing filled out and poof, it’s gone. If you’re using the free Google Chrome web browser, there’s an easy fix…
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How to Share Files and Drives from Your Computer in a Remote Desktop Session
Windows includes built-in remote access/support software called Remote Desktop Connection. This software is a quick and easy way to access another computer, whether to use your personal computer while away from home or to provide remote support for somebody else. A somewhat hidden feature of Remote Desktop Connection is the ability to access files from…
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How To: Completely Remove Software with Revo Uninstaller
Windows only: After testing questionable software, I sometimes wish I could completely obliterate any trace of its existence from my hard drive. I don’t mean just removing the program files; I want to remove registry entries, temporary files, and anything it stored on my computer. The built in Add/Remove Programs tool in Windows only runs…
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Google Chrome Tip: How to Give Streaming Videos a Movie Theater Experience
Do you like online streaming video sites? Me too. I could probably spend all day watching videos of baby puppies, the hilarious auto-tuned news, or that cat that couldn’t quite jump over the baby fence. If you want to enjoy these videos and tune out the extra stuff, the Turn Off the Lights extension for…