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Free IDM alternative 1: Eagle Get Recently a new download manager has got my attention and this software has many similar features you love to see on IDM. It’s Free, works same as IDM and it’s lightweight. The name of the sotware is Eagleget Main interface of EagleGet: After installing this software, enable it’s addon in your browser so that you can download by right click on any download link: Refresh Download link if it’s expired: Download speed notification Box:...

Sometimes it would eventually shut down, but it could take anywhere from 4 minutes to 10! The laptop is brand new and was running Windows 10, so there were no problems with the specs. After playing around with several solutions, I was able to get rid of the annoying shutdown problem! In this post, I’ll go through the various solutions I tried and hopefully one will work for you....

What is Windows Update Error 0x80072efe? To download and install Windows updates, your installation of Windows must meet certain criteria so Microsoft knows that you are downloading the updates to a certified copy of the operating system. Oddly, this includes having the correct date and time set on your PC. Without the correct date and time, you can get error 0x80072efe. You must also have a viable connection to the Internet to download updates....

Buried under all the other unsung features of Windows 10, Microsoft has actually included a feature in the April 2018 Update that lets you take control of how and when Windows will interrupt you with notifications. Anyone who has switched on their computer to a barrage of dings knows how valuable that can be. The feature is called Focus Assist and is very easy to use once you know where to find it....

Virtual machines are useful tools, so in this article, we’ll take a look at what makes them tick and what you need to set one up. Virtual Machines Explained A Virtual Machine, or VM for short, is like a separate computer system inside your system but it doesn’t exist in physical form. A virtual machine exists in a virtual environment and it uses its own virtual devices, resources, and storage....

Generally speaking, firmware is the name for low-level code that directly interfaces with the hardware. Any programs that work on top of this layer comprise the software. Confused? Here’s a deeper look. The Many Types of Software The problem with the term software is that it’s too broad. Any set of instructions that can control a computer – or any other electronic device, for that matter – can be considered software....

We highlight some factors that affect the feature and nine troubleshooting steps to try when Wi-Fi calling isn’t working on Android devices. 1. Confirm Carrier Support for Wi-Fi Calling Wi-Fi calling won’t work if your mobile carrier doesn’t support the feature. So, even if you have the latest flagship smartphone running the latest Android version, you cannot make calls over Wi-Fi if your carrier doesn’t offer the service in your country or region....

Are you bored with similar filters on photo editor apps? How about trying caricature effect to cartoon yourself? With the best caricature maker apps, you can share unique photos and images on social media platforms. The issue is, which caricature maker app should you install? App Store and Play Store are flooded with cartoon apps that bring abundant features, especially caricature and sketch effects. If you seek out the best cartoon or caricature maker app to download on Android or iOS devices, you should keep on reading!...

Wattpad currently has over 90 million users worldwide with thousands of stories written on the platform. But no matter how fantastic it is, some people may want to find other apps like Wattpad for a different experience. If you belong to this group, you’ve come to the right page. There’s a long list of apps that offer similar functionality to Wattpad. Whether you are writers or readers seeking a new atmosphere, either in terms of interface design or features, the following alternatives are worth your consideration....

Are you one of those people who love the moon and its events that much? If so then you should consider checking out the best moon phase apps listed on the list below. Many of the apps on the list are free to enjoy but you can always upgrade your subscriptions for more features to enjoy. This article covers information about various apps that you can use to check out the moon along with its events....

Whether you want more screen real estate, indulge in games, or to keep your laptop safe, here are the best laptop accessories and gadgets to buy. Best Laptop Accessories and Gadgets 1. Incase ICON backpack The Incase ICON backpack comes with enough storage space to fit your laptop, water bottle, pens, notebook, battery pack and more. The bag is composed of 100 percent nylon but has a sturdy frame, which holds steady even when it’s fully weighed down with all your gear....

The good news is that there are a number of excellent anonymous and private email providers. Many of them are also temporary mailboxes, which means you can’t use them as your primary email. However, when you need to get the word out without also giving away your identity or getting your message intercepted, you should look no further than one of these fine privacy-focused tools. Guerilla Mail Guerilla Mail isn’t the most attractive web tool out there, but it is one of the quickest ways to send and receive mail anonymously....

In this article, we’ll describe what an audio interface is, why you need one, and 6 of the best entry-level to professional-grade audio interfaces. What Is an Audio Interface and Why Do You Need One? An audio interface connects your microphone and instruments to your PC and converts the analog signals into a digital audio format that your computer software can recognize and interact with. This is why they’re also referred to as “converters”....

A hardware failure is beyond any simple fix, but the culprit is usually a configuration issue. A faulty Windows update, corrupted system files, or even overheating can trigger this error. Let’s go over all of these potential problems and their fixes. Fix 1: Update the Graphic Drivers The first thing to do when dealing with any sort of driver issue is to update the driver. Nine times out of ten, that does the job....

Rarely, however, the Avast Antivirus UI can fail to load in Windows 10. You may instead see an error message labeled “UI failed to load.” Or, you may also see other errors such as “Sorry, our screen didn’t load” and “Well, this is embarrassing.” The error might feature a Restart Services option, but selecting that often does nothing. The Avast UI generally experiences loading issues due to conflicts with Windows 10’s Remote Desktop Services....

Google Drive is an online or cloud storage property of Google. Many people choose to use Google Drive to save important files or download them. However, sometimes files from Google Drive cannot be downloaded. For that, the following is the way to do when can’t download from Google Drive. Reasons Files From Google Drive Cannot Download Some of the advantages possessed by Google Drive are free capacity provided by 15 GB and the file-sharing feature....

This happened to me on a Windows 7 machine. Actually, I had created an image of Windows 7 and then restored that image to a different machine. When I booted up the machine, I kept getting this message every time and it was really annoying. You’ll probably only ever see this error if you tried to restore an image of Windows 7 to different hardware. In this article, I’ll mention a few possible solutions that hopefully will get rid of the message on startup....

There are many reasons the Gmail app crashes. Sometimes, the issue occurs due to an app update, a cache file error, or insufficient storage on your phone. In any case, you can try a few fixes yourself to potentially fix the app and bring it back to normal condition. Restart Your Phone to Fix Minor Gmail App Issues When the Gmail app crashes, the first thing you should do is restart your phone....

For some reason, your computer is not detecting your graphics card. These tips may hold the answer to finding out why. 1. Check the Monitor Connection The first and easiest fix is to check that your monitor connection is in order. Here’s what to do: You should also double-check that the monitor is in good working order if you aren’t sure. Checking the cable for damage is also prudent....

Cloud computing is the use of remote servers on the internet to store, manage and process data rather than a local server or personal computer. Cloud computing comes in three basic categories beginning with Software as a Service (SaaS) which reduces company expenditure by providing a cloud server with software already included. Platform as a Service (PaaS) lets developers build apps and collaborate on various projects without the need to purchase or maintain infrastructure....