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You’re not limited to a single account, either. If you want to post anonymously, you can create a throwaway Reddit account to post under the radar. You may want to delete your Reddit account at some stage, however, especially if it’s only temporary—here’s how. What Happens When You Delete a Reddit Account Before you rush to delete your Reddit account, you should probably be aware of the consequences. Deleting your account does not mean that any submitted posts, comments, or other Reddit content you’ve shared will be erased....

In this article, we’ll look at deleting your Spotify account completely. You may decide to do this if you have privacy concerns, especially where payment details are concerned. Alternatively, you may decide to delete your account to create a new one, refreshing your recommendations in the process. Whatever the reason, if you want to know how to delete your Spotify account completely, here’s what you’ll need to do. How to Delete Your Spotify Account Permanently If you decide to delete your Spotify account, there’s no turning back—it’s permanent....

Or maybe it’s not about the policy change and you’ve just decided to use a different app such as Telegram or the privacy-focused Signal. Either way, deleting your account is easy. Here’s how. Why Cancel WhatsApp? WhatsApp has recently announced some changes to its privacy policy. These changes, the company says, concern the app sharing data with its owner, Facebook, so companies can communicate with users in a simpler fashion....

Disney gives you control so you are able to disable the background videos. Here is how to do it. Disable Background Video in Disney Plus It’s important to note that you can’t disable the background video directly in the app. Instead, you need to use your web browser and log into the web interface at Disneyplus.com. After you are logged in click on the Edit Profiles button at the upper right corner of the screen....

In the Chrome address bar type chrome://plugins On the Plug-ins page there will be two options for each plugin, Disable and Always allowed. What each one does is self-explanatory. Additionally, if you want to find out a ton of details about every plugin the Details button will reveal all. Some of the plugins may have 2 files listed, and the settings for these will only be available if the details box is expanded....

Microsoft Edge (both original and new Chromium Edge versions) has a Reading View button built in. It’s in the search bar on the right-hand side. However, to get this type of ability with Chrome, you need to dig in a bit more. Here’s how to enable and use its experimental Reading mode. Note: To enable the Reader Mode you need to be running Chrome version 75 or above. You can find your version by hitting the Options button (three dots) in the upper-right corner of the browser....

We’ve been focusing on two-factor authentication a lot lately, and with good reason. The threat of our personal information being compromised is real—if Yahoo! and Dropbox can get breached, then anyone can—and the security benefits of two-factor authentication are strong and simple to implement. Most major online service providers offer two-factor authentication (sometimes called 2FA or multi-factor authentication), and Microsoft Office 365 is no different. Of course, two-factor authentication won’t make you 100% safe from hackers any more than wearing a seatbelt while driving on the highway will you make you 100% safe from a car accident....

A virtual machine (VM) acts like any normal computer, with its own virtual RAM, disk space, network connection, and more. It allows you to install a full version of an OS different from the one running on the host machine. Each VM runs in its own isolated space on the host computer’s disk drive. That means you can run multiple VMs on the same hardware if you need to. Using virtualization, you can create environments where you can test new software and services....

If you’re running Windows 11, use the following guide to find the Wi-Fi password. Here we cover how to do it through Settings or the command line for more experienced users. Find the Wi-Fi Password in Windows 11 Through Settings To locate the Wi-Fi password in Windows 11 via Settings, follow these steps: Displaying the Wi-Fi Password on Windows 11 Now you have the password for the Wi-Fi network you’re connected to on your device....

Really, when it comes down to it, if your computer is working just fine, you don’t need to worry about updating the BIOS. But it is sometimes required if your having problems with your computer booting properly. Or, in some cases, you can update the BIOS to get other features, like running virtual machines via Hyper-V. Find Your Computer BIOS Version the Easy Way I’ve seen many techs who go into the BIOS to check which version it is....

All of these features need power, however. The Apple Watch is intended to go a full day before it needs charging, but you may find that you’re having to charge it more often than that. If this is the case, there are some things you can try to fix Apple Watch battery drain issues. Here are some tips for ways to extend the life of your Apple Watch battery....

A Clock_Watchdog_Timeout BSOD error relates to a problem between your system and CPU communicating. It’s a system-level process called “system interrupt,” which is normal behavior. However, if your system spends too long in the interrupt phase, you’ll get a bluescreen error. You can resolve the issue with a simple reboot, or it might require additional troubleshooting steps from the command line. So, here’s how to fix Clock Watchdog Timeout on Windows....

The first step is to understand why it’s occurred. A BSOD is usually a sign that something is wrong with your PC, serious enough for Windows to shut itself down to protect your system from further damage. BSODs usually come with difficult-to-decipher names, and an NTFS_FILE_SYSTEM (or NTFS File System) error on a Windows 11 or 10 PC is no different. This error typically points to a problem with your system drive....

Google Voice is still only available in the United States, so keep that in mind before you go sign-up. How-To sign up? Simple, just visit the link below and enter your .edu email address. Google will then send an invite to that address within 24 hours. The account will be the same; the only difference is you’ll get an invite faster! Enjoy! Request A Google Voice Student Invitation Comment Name * Email *...

How to Install 3D Pinball Space Cadet on Windows 11 or Windows 10 3D Pinball Space Cadet works on 32 & 64-bit versions of Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10. I also just tested it on Windows 11, and it works without a hitch! Have fun! Thanks again!! I do remember on the old Pinball Help files for Windows XP you could click on the image of the table and it would tell you what each element of the table was....

Here’s how to install Android Apps on Windows 11. Prerequisites for Installing Android Apps on Windows 11 The first thing you’ll need to run Android apps on Windows 11 is to be in the Windows Insider Program. You’ll need to be in the Beta Channel and have the latest version of Windows 11 and the Microsoft Store. Check Windows Build Number You’ll also need to be running build 22000.282 or above....

Keep in mind that this is an early developer version of the browser. So, you can expect bugs and glitches with the user experience. And some sites, services, and extensions may not work correctly. Currently, it’s only available for Windows 10. But an official beta version of the browser will be released in the coming weeks. When that version is rolled out, you’ll be able to run it on Windows 7 and 8....

Many other computer users (a.k.a. my mother) may look at this and think, “how difficult!” But it doesn’t have to be. Using the Terminal window on your Mac can be easy, useful, and save lots of time. One example is using Homebrew to install the software. What is Homebrew & Why Should I Care? Quite simply, Homebrew is a computer script (based on the Python programming language). You can install it on your Mac and then use it to install software using only the Terminal window and a keyboard....

Before getting started, here’s what you’ll need in order. Your Kindle Fire must be rooted.Google’s com.amarket.apk and GoogleServicesFramework.apk.Apps from Unknown Sources set to “Allowed” on the Kindle Fire .Root Explorer app — at the time of this article is $3.99 in the Android Market. There’s a free alternative to Root Explorer is called Super Manager. But, none of the free options are nearly as good as Root Explorer. It’s worth spending a few bucks on the Root Explorer app....

How to Manually Lock Your Device Before You Walk Away The easiest command you can use to lock your PC when you need to leave it unattended is Windows key + L. One quick strike of this keyboard command and your device will be immediately locked. If someone tries to use your PC, they will have to enter your password or log in as a different user. How to Automatically Lock Your Device After a Period of Inactivity If you have trouble remembering to press Windows key + L every time you get up from your desk, you can use this as an alternate or backup method....