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Carrying your entire OS around on a flash drive can come in handy, especially if you don't have a laptop.But don't think...
24/08/2025

Carrying your entire OS around on a flash drive can come in handy, especially if you don't have a laptop.

But don't think this functionality is limited to Linux distros—it's time to try cloning your Windows setup.

Any PC is your PC if you clone your Windows setup.

If your soundbar is cutting out, try these changes before you replace it—it's much easier and cheaper than buying a new ...
24/08/2025

If your soundbar is cutting out, try these changes before you replace it—it's much easier and cheaper than buying a new one!

Frustrated by a soundbar that keeps going silent? Don't rush to replace it yet.

The default Google TV home screen is packed with endless recommendations, trending shows, and personalized picks. While ...
24/08/2025

The default Google TV home screen is packed with endless recommendations, trending shows, and personalized picks. While it may seem great at first, too many choices can slow you down.

Fortunately, the built-in Apps Only Mode can fix that instantly.

Your TV, your apps, no distractions.

Slow boot times can kill the excitement of sitting down to watch your favorite show or play a game on your Android TV.Bu...
24/08/2025

Slow boot times can kill the excitement of sitting down to watch your favorite show or play a game on your Android TV.

But not anymore. A few tweaks were all it took for me to reduce the boot time on my Android TV to just a couple of seconds.

No more staring at the boot screen.

If your smart TV isn't looking or sounding its best, the fix might not be a new TV but a few simple HDMI changes.With th...
24/08/2025

If your smart TV isn't looking or sounding its best, the fix might not be a new TV but a few simple HDMI changes.

With the right tweaks, you can unlock sharper images, better colors, and richer sound in minutes.

These easy HDMI adjustments will have you wondering why you didn't try them sooner.

If you own a Windows PC or laptop, you’ve probably been told to avoid BIOS updates unless something is wrong, likely to ...
24/08/2025

If you own a Windows PC or laptop, you’ve probably been told to avoid BIOS updates unless something is wrong, likely to prevent a catastrophic issue like bricking your motherboard.

However, with security, performance, and compatibility all at stake, I think they're essential for all machines.

Even if your PC works just fine, you should still update the BIOS.

Functions are the driving force of any Microsoft Excel spreadsheet, generating a single value or an array of results bas...
24/08/2025

Functions are the driving force of any Microsoft Excel spreadsheet, generating a single value or an array of results based on certain arguments you input.

However, combining—or nesting—functions allows you to take advantage of more than one function's capabilities at the same time.

Nested functions are the way forward.

Popping in a DVD from the era when they were more prevalent was always something special and exciting.I recently threw i...
24/08/2025

Popping in a DVD from the era when they were more prevalent was always something special and exciting.

I recently threw in my copy of the Cowboy Bebop movie and was amazed at the interactive menu, which boasted a 3D voyage around a futuristic city.

I don’t even care how long these menus took to load; it was worth it for the creative display that showcased how much the studio cared about a quality DVD.

Of course, the most enticing aspect of DVDs was the special features. Some releases had so many behind-the-scenes and promotional materials that it felt like a mini film school on a disc.

Streaming could learn something from these old discs by including these special features.

Streaming could learn something from these old discs by including these special features.

As some movie franchises evolve, the creators behind them decide to fill out the story in a nonlinear way.Newer movies m...
24/08/2025

As some movie franchises evolve, the creators behind them decide to fill out the story in a nonlinear way.

Newer movies might be prequels, and sometimes you get movies like Rogue One which isn't meant to be a mainline Star Wars film, but slots neatly into the continuity anyway.

So a common question is whether you should watch a franchise in the order the films were released, or in the order of the in-universe timeline.

"Always in release order" seems to be common advice, but I don't think that's universally true in every case.

Whether you're watching something for the first time, watching it again, or trying to introduce someone else to your favorite series of films, the watch order depends on what you're trying to get out of the experience.

Here we go again...

The Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) is not a very uncommon sight on a Windows PC. While most of the time you will be able to...
24/08/2025

The Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) is not a very uncommon sight on a Windows PC. While most of the time you will be able to get rid of the BSOD with a simple restart, at other times you might require expert guidance.

To make it easier for you, Microsoft has introduced Quick Machine Recovery, a new feature that quickly recovers your Windows 11 PC if it fails to boot properly.

There’s no need to be afraid of the BSOD anymore.

While the shine of streaming services seems to be dulling right now, there's no getting around the fact that in the long...
24/08/2025

While the shine of streaming services seems to be dulling right now, there's no getting around the fact that in the long run plastic discs with movies and shows on them will probably stop being a thing.

Which might not bother the vast majority of people who like to watch movies and shows, but if you're a bit of an enthusiast who likes the sound of a high-end home theater, it begs the question: is there any point?

Will streaming's inferior quality render expensive AV equipment obsolete?

Dialogue is the most important part of movies and shows. You notice immediately when dialogue is too loud or too quiet, ...
24/08/2025

Dialogue is the most important part of movies and shows. You notice immediately when dialogue is too loud or too quiet, and having issues can ruin the entire experience.

So, if you want the best quality, you need to focus on making sure your setup is done correctly for dialogue.

There are many things to consider, and this goes beyond your regular speakers. The dialogue can be affected by your TV, streaming app, and plenty of other variables.

However, if you make sure it's good at a base level, it's pretty easy to adjust based on the movie or settings. Let's dig into how to optimize your setup for clear dialog.

You don't need to deal with dialogue that doesn't work well with the music and other sound.

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