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The default font size that comes in Ubuntu Linux is usually good for the majority of people who use it. But for some small groups, it might be too small, and not helpful, especially for people with poor vision. With the use of wide screens and higher resolutions, it can be difficult to see clearly across bigger areas of the screen, or even double screens. If you have difficulty reading on your screen in Ubuntu Linux, you can easily change the font size so you can enjoy reading....

When you connect to a computer through the Remote Desktop client, the Remote Desktop feature on your computer “hears” the connection request through a defined listening port (3389 by default). Port 3389 is the universal default port for Microsoft’s Remote Desktop Protocol which is known by basically everyone. Windows allows users to change that listening port by modifying the system’s registry, and the steps below will show you how to do that....

For some laptops or computers, Ubuntu Linux automatically adjusts screen brightness based on the current lighting conditions. This automatic setting helps make sure your screen is readable wherever you go. If you’re using an external monitor, these automatic brightness settings might not be useful at all. For an external monitor, you may have to use the buttons on the monitor itself to adjust the brightness. In some cases, you may have to disable these automatic brightness settings and manually adjust the screen brightness to your liking in different environments....

Some modern Windows 11 PCs come with advanced graphics cards or graphics processing units (GPUs) that play an important role in what you see and interact with on your screen. While most newer computers have dedicated and advanced graphics cards, others come with low-power onboard or integrated graphics that allow for basic functions only. Some high-intensity games and advanced applications required advanced graphics cards to function. An integrated or onboard graphics card is usually not able to render these games or run critical applications....

But if something changes in the meantime, your web browser may run into connectivity issues and fail to load some websites properly. In that case, you must get rid of the DNS cache to force your device to look up each web address again. On Windows and macOS, you can clear the DNS cache quickly using the Command Prompt, Windows PowerShell, and Terminal consoles. On Android and iOS, however, the procedure isn’t as straightforward and you’ll have to try a few methods one at a time....

If you’re using a shared computer where everyone is logging in using the same username and password, then clearing your browser data and history every time you close it should be done. Most browsers will allow you to automatically clear browsing data on close, including Microsoft Edge. Edge also allows you to use your keyboard to clear your browsing data. Simply press the key below to clear your browser data when using Microsoft Edge....

You will need to follow these steps to set up and connect ps4 to your laptop. How To Connect PS4 to Laptop through Remote Play Sony’s Remote Play is a streaming service that allows PC or Mac users to enjoy the PS4 games on their preferred computer screen. In order to set up the ps4 – laptop remote play, these are the prerequisites. A PC.A PS4 console.A PS4 Account.Internet connection with minimum upload and download speed of 15mbps....

We’ll show you how to schedule a new meeting in MS Teams or Outlook and send the meeting link to invitees, both internal and external. You’ll learn how to schedule a new Teams meeting, invite people, and adjust meeting options. We’ll also go over how to create a Meet Now link for meetings on the fly. Create a Teams Scheduled Meeting Link via the Teams Calendar To create and send a new scheduled meeting invite via the Teams calendar, open Microsoft Teams, navigate to the Calendar view, and select the New Meeting button....

By default, Microsoft Edge offers to save addresses and automatically fill out address details the next time you want to complete web forms online. The AutoFill feature lets users auto-complete home or business addresses in web forms using previously stored information. This can be convenient but can also lead to your address information being compromised. When using Windows 10, you can turn off or disable this feature for all users on the system so that addresses and other details are never automatically saved and are not used to auto-complete web forms....

Fast Startup, as its name implies, is a built-in Windows functionality that allows your computer to boot faster from a cold shutdown. That sounds like a good thing, right? Not always. We’ll explain what Fast Startup is and why you might want to disable it in Windows 10 or 11. What Is the Fast Startup Feature? Before you get to know how Fast Startup works, it’s a good idea to understand what the “kernel” is in Windows....

Snapchat’s ability to thrive in the midst of social media competition is undeniable. The strongest reason is that they have consistently added new features. Bounce, a Boomerang-like feature has successfully made a lot of users find excitement using this platform. How to do a boomerang on Snapchat? As one of the most popular features, Bounce makes Snapchat more powerful. With the similar premise as Instagram’s Boomerang, it can make your social media time enjoyable....

Enter a Custom Instagram URL The simplest way to enjoy Instagram on the web in dark mode is by using a custom URL. This trick works in any web browser. You’ll then head to Instagram, where you can log in and see the web content in dark mode. Rather than enter this URL for the dark theme on Instagram each time, consider creating a bookmark or saving the tab for fast access....

By default, Ubuntu Linux keeps track of recent files and folders you open so you can quickly access them when you need to in the future. All the files that you open frequently will be displayed at the top of the list. This feature was added to help improve your productivity. It also makes it easier to find items that you have been working on in the file manager. However, this can also be a privacy nightmare....

When you turn on Sandbox in Windows 11, you enable a lightweight, isolated desktop environment to safely run applications. The sandbox environment is completely isolated and remains “sandboxed” and runs separately from the host machine. There’s no communication between the host (Windows 11) and the Sandbox environment. Every time Windows Sandbox runs, it’s as clean as a brand-new installation of Windows. When you are done, the desktop environment is discarded....

Ubuntu Linux devices with built-in mobile hotspots can share their internet connection with other devices over Wi-Fi. This is useful in situations where you are in a remote area with a mobile (cellular) network only, and you wish to share your internet connection with other devices so they all can connect to the internet. With your cellular-equipped device, you can turn your Wi-Fi adapter into a wireless hotspot so others can connect to it, sharing the same mobile internet connection....

When you buy an external hard drive, SSD (solid-state drive), or flash stick, chances are that you can connect it to your Windows PC and use it right away. However, you may still want to erase and format the drive, so that you know you’re starting with a clean slate and an appropriate file system. If you’ve already been using the drive for some time, formatting can help resolve persistent performance issues and other problems....

You can find out what version of DirectX you have installed from the DirectX Diagnostic Tool. This article will walk you through how you can find and use this tool. If you have an older version of DirectX installed on your system, you may want to update it. If you’re curious about DirectX and what it does, we have an in-depth guide on what DirectX is and why it’s important....

You can fix this issue by rebooting your computer and signing in with the correct password after 10-30 minutes. After that, reset your password, disable “Account lockout threshold,” or turn off password expiration if the error persists. Reset Your Password Using Security Questions If you set up security questions when creating your account’s password, you can sign in to Windows by answering the questions correctly. If you don’t see the “Reset password” option, enter the wrong password on the sign-in screen....

In this article, we’ll explain what causes the error message and then cover six ways you can fix it. What Causes “Unable to Update the Minecraft Native Launcher”? There are several potential causes for this glitch. These include: How to Fix “Unable to Update the Minecraft Native Launcher” in Windows Here are six methods you can use to fix this error message: Method 1: Launch Minecraft as Administrator Occasionally, the Minecraft native launcher error will occur because the app doesn’t have sufficient system privileges....

Sometimes, it happens that these arrow keys do not work in Excel. In some cases, they even take you to the next worksheet instead of moving to the next cell in the line. If you’re frustrated by this behavior, you’ll probably want to find out how to fix it. Fixing the arrow keys not working in Excel issue is actually easier than you think. In most cases, you’re just a single keystroke away from getting the keys to do what they should be doing....