It basically defines how two network programs will communicate with each other. For example, in order for an FTP client to work correctly, it uses Winsock. However, Winsock can become corrupted on a Windows machine during the removal of spyware or adware. You may begin to get strange errors relating to Winsock or socket errors and basic commands such as IPCONFIG will not work correctly. You may also get errors like Page cannot be displayed when trying to browse the Internet....

However, resetting your Mac can be a daunting experience. That’s mainly because doing so removes every piece of information stored on your computer. This includes every file, folder, and document, along with your saved messages, emails, and IDs. So, this article shall guide you through the safest and least obstructive ways to reset settings on your Mac computer. Things to Do Before Resetting Your Mac Before you reset your Mac, there are a few basic steps you can follow to ensure your data safety and easy recovery....

Unfortunately, that isn’t always a good thing, especially if you’re looking to save a Snapchat video yourself. If you want to know how to save Snapchat videos, you’ll need to be aware of some limitations. This guide has everything you need to know about saving Snapchat videos. Can You Save Snapchat Videos? It is possible to save Snapchat videos, depending on the source. If you created the videos yourself, you can export them to your camera roll so you can keep them indefinitely and use them outside the platform....

Changing the active partition is a fairly advanced task, so if you are planning on doing this, you probably didn’t need the explanation above! Only change the active partition if there is an operating system residing on that partition, otherwise you will have a non-working computer. Also, there are a few things to note about marking a partition as active: In addition to the above notes, there are additional things that have to be in place in order for the system to boot....

Google Finance provides you with a default Watchlist you can use, or you can create a custom one if you like. We’ll show you how to do both as well as sort and edit your Watchlist. Use the Default Watchlist on Google Finance Visit the Google Finance website and sign in with your Google account. You then have two ways to add the stocks you want to your default Watchlist....

In this tutorial, we’ll cover what user profiles are and how the functionality differs from Guest Mode on Android, then dive into how you can set up multiple user profiles on an Android phone. What Are User Profiles on Android? User profiles enable you to share your device with friends and family. Each user profile has its own space on the hard drive for personalized home screens, accounts, and its own apps and settings....

This is a great way to watch movie torrents if you want to avoid having to wait potentially hours for the movie to fully download. For example, maybe you have a really slow internet connection, or the movie is just so good that you can’t wait to watch it. No matter what your reason is, a streaming torrent site or program can do this for you. Important Facts About Movie Torrents...

Therefore, before you replace the CPU, we recommend that you perform the necessary measures to check if the CPU is dead. Knowing if the CPU is dead before replacing it will also save you from spending a ton on a new CPU chip. Common Things That Might Indicate a Dead CPU When the CPU dies, the system will start, and the fans will turn on, but the monitor will not give any output....

In this article, we’ll show you how to uninstall apps on Android that won’t uninstall. Why Can’t You Uninstall Some Apps? The three main reasons you can’t uninstall a particular app are: How To Disable Apps Some preinstalled apps just won’t budge. Instead of going through a lengthy process to uninstall them manually, you can simply disable them. Disabling an app prevents it from using system resources, but it remains installed and still takes up space on your hard drive....

In the newer systems, the older BIOS is being replaced with UEFI firmware which are more advanced and powerful. However, It is still termed BIOS till now. Different vendors of Motherboard have their own specific BIOS settings. However, the purpose of BIOS and the ways to update it are almost the same for every Motherboard. First, you would have to look at the build of your board. Then, download the respective update and finally install it through one or more means....

If you already use Google Calendar, you will be pleased to know that Google offers a complimentary service that can help you with all this. That service is called Google Family Calendar. Note: Google Family Calendar is available in the United States and the U.K, but it isn’t available in all other countries yet. Create a Family on Google Before you can use the Google Family calendar service, you’ll need to create a Google Family account....

When you turn on sync from all your devices, you can view the messages from those devices. There is not much that you will need to do to view messages on iCloud. You can easily turn on sync and backup from the settings of your device and view the messages. The step by step guide to backup and sync messages on iCloud is given in the article below. How to View Messages on iCloud?...

However, just because you can’t meet with your loved ones in person doesn’t mean you can’t still hang out. There are many things you can do online like hosting a Zoom meeting, playing online games, or doing a group FaceTime. And, if you miss going to the movies, you can watch Netflix with friends online. How To Use Netflix Party To Watch Netflix With Friends One of the best ways to enjoy movies on Netflix with your friends is to use Netflix Party....

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....

If your CPU or GPU is weaker than other components, it might bottleneck other parts of your computer and keep them from performing to their full potential. What Is Bottlenecking? Each part of your computer has its own specifications and capabilities. When you pair two things that don’t have similar performance together, the results you get may be based on the lower of the two components. That is what a bottleneck is....

Indeed, turning your screen to the other side is useful in laptops that support 360-degree rotation. However, this feature can be annoying if you can’t revert to its original orientation. Although this problem mainly happens due to manual faults, there can be times when corrupted monitor drivers could be the culprit. Well, fixing this shouldn’t be a tedious task. So, in this article, we will guide you on how to fix the laptop screen upside-down issue using simple and effective ways....

A computer shuts down randomly, either due to hardware or software problems. Overheating and a deteriorating battery might force your system to do so, while OS-related bugs could also contribute to this issue. However, since the outcome of all those causes is the same, i.e., a random/forced shutdown, there are various different ways to troubleshoot it. So, here in this article, we’ll look at all the factors that might have caused this issue, along with a ton of simple and verified fixes....

We’re going to review MEGA Cloud Storage, what MEGA offers, and why it may be for you. What Is MEGA Cloud Storage? If you’re not sure what the cloud is, read our article, “What is The Cloud and How To Get The Most Out Of It?” and then come back. MEGA is a company located in New Zealand that provides free, freemium, and paid cloud storage services. Just like Microsoft’s OneDrive or Google Drive, MEGA provides space on their servers to store copies of your files....

Learning how to use Excel doesn’t have to be difficult. Taking it one step at a time will help you move from a novice to an expert (or at least closer to that point) – at your pace. As a preview of what we are going to cover in this article, think worksheets, basic usable functions and formulas, and navigating a worksheet or workbook. Granted, we will not be covering every possible Excel function but we will cover enough that it gives you an idea of how to approach the others....

Among the recent clues on Overwatch forum, experts came across a countdown timer, ticking toward a particular time today (Thursday). It seems we are merely hours away from discovering the next piece of the puzzle. Let’s discuss what this could mean, and what (if anything) is the timer counting down to. Many believe this to be the exact time when Sombra will be revealed to public. However, judging by the massive popularity of the ongoing ARG, we think there are still a few more steps to go before we can reach our goal and get our reward....