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Unfortunately, there isn’t a simple, built-in method to block inappropriate websites on Android. There are, however, some workarounds you can try instead. If you want to block a website on Android without rooting your device first, here’s what you’ll need to do. Using an App Firewall to Block Websites on Android One of the easiest solutions to block a website on Android is to use an app firewall. Configuring a firewall app, such as NoRoot Firewall, could help you to block certain websites on your device....

This afternoon I couldn’t believe my eyes when I clicked on a link from @mattcutts and saw something so simple I couldn’t believe no one has thought of it before. The concept is very simple. Just stick a few Binding Clips on the edge of your desk for the perfect almost free cable management system. The photo was so great that I felt I just had to share it with all you groovyReaders....

Whatever the reason, you can change the default save location in Windows 11. This guide will walk you through changing the default save location for documents, music, apps, photos and videos, new movies and TV, offline maps, and even the Downloads folder itself. How to Change the Default Save Location in Windows 11 To change the default save location in Windows 11, do the following: After going through each item, it will appear on the drive you choose moving forward....

Download the free utility Timestamp Modifier. It doesn’t require installation – you can run it from flash drive if needed. After downloading it, unzip the executable and you’re ready to go. Launch the utility and select the file and / or folders you need to modify. Click Change Timestamp then OK to confirm the change. That’s it! This comes in handy if a system’s clock is set wrong or for business transactions....

Note: I am using HTC Explorer running Android 2.3.5. First, go to all apps menu and tap on Settings. Then tap on Personalize. Now from the menu tap on Wallpaper. Select the location from where you want to choose wallpaper. After selecting the image you want to use, click on Set Wallpaper and you are done. Alternately, press menu icon from you Android Home Screen and tap on Wallpapers....

Check Xbox Live Service Status To check the status of Xbox Live, go to the Xbox Live Service Status page – it’s a good idea to bookmark this on your computer or mobile device. The page will show if the service is down, as well as the status of your account, Xbox Music or Video, Apps, and more. Depending on the outage duration, you can check it every 30 minutes for a new update....

A laptop or budget PC will most likely have an integrated graphics card (meaning it’s soldered in with the motherboard). Other systems have a dedicated card that you can swap out, which you’ll typically see on high-end desktop PCs or gaming machines. Whether it’s integrated or a dedicated card, there will be times when you need to know which GPU you have. We’ll show you how to check your graphics card on Windows 11 below....

Microsoft Teams is no exception. If you use Teams a lot, it creates a large cache of images, text, video, and files. Not only does this take up space on your drive, but it may cause Teams to slow down or stop working. There isn’t an easy way to clear the Microsoft Teams cache files—you’ll need to do it manually. This guide will show you how. How to Clear Microsoft Teams Cache We’ll show you how to clear Microsoft Teams cache on your PC or mobile device, starting with Windows....

Clear Safari iPhone Cache To get started head to Settings > Safari. Next, scroll down to the bottom of the screen and go to Advanced > Website Data. Now tap Remove all Website data and Remove Now. This clears out your iPhone cache including browsing history, cookies, location data, and more. Clear App Cache This is a more tricky one. Not in its execution, but whether or not you want to do it....

Don’t worry about personal data; clearing the YouTube cache on Android doesn’t remove personal info. Instead, it removes temp files that can potentially improve your YouTube experience but often causes more issues than it’s worth. Continue reading to learn how to clear YouTube cache on Android. Clear YouTube Cache on Android Note: Each version and Android device varies. The steps for this are done on a Samsung Galaxy, but your device may vary....

Running Linux: Dual-boot vs. Virtualization vs. Live USB The two methods outlined by Dex definitely have their strengths. But there are also some drawbacks. Dual-booting is the easiest method, after the initial setup, since it doesn’t require any bootable media. But due to some of the complexities of how Wubi integrates into your system disk, there are still some risks to your Windows installation in the event of a crash. The virtualization route is much safer—I’d even venture to say it’s 100% safe—but you’ll need a fairly mighty computer to run it at anything close to full speed (forget about virtualizing on your netbook or aging Windows XP PC)....

Right click on your desktop and go to New » Shortcut. In location field, type the following path but replace “username” with your username, and add Profile 1 with the name of the profile and click Next. C:\Users\username\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\Application\chrome.exe” –profile-directory=”Profile 1” Specify the name for the shortcut and click Finish. Repeat the steps if you want to create multiple shortcuts. If you use Mozilla Firefox, check out our guide on how to create and manage multiple profiles in Firefox....

There are multiple options for creating a PDF file. You can use the built-in “Save As” function and select the PDF format, or use the new Share menu and choose the option to create a PDF or XPS document. How To Save A Document As A Secure PDF Using Office 2010 Click File, Share. From the Share menu, click Create PDF/XPS Document, then on the right-side, click Create a PDF/XPS....

Delete or Add Locations As I mentioned in the intro, Windows 10 is a modern OS for 2016, but it still has some legacy features that have been part of Windows for years. For example, right-click a document, and you’ll find some legacy items in the Send to category – Fax Recipient is the one that is the most obvious. I am sure there are companies out there that still need to use the fax option, but not so much for the average home user....

Windows 10 and the UEFI firmware introduced Secure Boot, which adds another layer of protection. But this too can be circumvented. That is unless you disable booting from anything but your internal hard drive directly in your BIOS. It’s an extreme measure and it has some pros and cons. But if you want to put a computer on extreme lockdown, here’s how to do it. Disable USB Booting and CD Booting in the BIOS The first step is to access your computer’s BIOS....

However, one problem that did occur is the mouse pointer would end up halfway across the screen, or the cursor would disappear while typing emails. I watched as they typed and noticed that they were resting their hands on the touchpad, which caused the cursor to go all over the place. Since they use a connected mouse, I did some research and found how to disable the trackpad. If you own a Google Chromebook and are having a similar situation, here’s how to turn off the touchpad and toggle it back on later if you need it....

Hulu, on the other hand, has taken longer to get there. In fact, it only announced that its subscribers could download content a month ago. The process is easy, and, like other services, there are a few caveats. Here’s a look at what to expect. How to Download Hulu Content for Offline Viewing Not everything on Hulu’s service is available to download. But to find out what it is, tap the Downloads button at the bottom of the screen....

Update: Windows Live Movie Maker is no longer supported. And it is no longer available for download for Windows 10. But if you happen to still have it installed on your system these instructions will still work. Are you having trouble with .mov files? Some new Canon cameras and also the iPhone 4 record video in .mov format. Sadly I know firsthand how frustrating it can be to find a simple method for streaming these MOV files to an XBOX 360 from Windows 7....

Tamper Protection adds an additional layer of protection from hackers or malicious app attacks that attempt to disable security settings. However, it can block you from making changes outside the app. If you are having problems using utilities like PowerShell, Local Group Policy, and others. We’ll show you how to turn Tamper Protection on or off below. How to Enable or Disable Tamper Protection on Windows 11 The Tamper Protection security feature can block you from making changes outside the app....

How to Export Edge Passwords You can quickly export Edge passwords by following these steps: If you want a more detailed walkthrough, follow the steps below. Exporting Microsoft Edge Passwords To start off, launch the Edge browser, and click the Options menu (three dots) and choose Settings. Next, choose Profiles from the left pane menu. Under the “Your profile” section click on Passwords. Now, click the three dots next to “Saved passwords” and choose Export passwords from the menu....