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When tested Samsung EVO 850 emits whirring and low-pitched noises akin to those that hard drives make. Noise doesn't come out of speakers but from within laptop's chassis. I didn't have this problem with other SSDs.

Hello. Need to troubleshoot something. Looking for a software to detect any activity from keyboard and mouse when PC is idle. Anyone knows what software can do the job?

Hello. Sometimes there are websites that have it's structure distorted, elements missing and blinking. Incognito mode, Guest profile and Microsoft Edge have no issues whatsoever. Here's a reproduction of issue: https://va.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_rdaw0jfZDf1zckcyx_720.mp4 I have disabled all 6...

I can't find Auto Arrange feature when right-clicking in a folder. I used to see it some time ago and suspect Windows update did something but t his article does not mention anything about the change...

I have a legit tool that Windows Defender identifies as "Trojan:Win32/Vigorf.A" and it happens with other legit files. Some are identified as PUA. This Reddit commenter says that there is no need to worry as long as Windows Defender detects file. When it detects process is when there is case one...

Hi, Is it possible to enable function akin to "Send To" but one that would move files instead of copying? I held down SHIFT key thinking it would move files but there are no folders that pop up. Interestingly when I choose "Compressed (zipped) folder" the files are moved into compressed...

Hello, Some websites have text copy truncation by shortening entire paragraph to half of 1 sentence and appending website source at the end. I thought this happens on desktop Windows OS but it also happens on Android OS. Here's an example: “I couldn’t believe I was alive when I first opened...

Hello, Here's a piece of information I quote from Sandisk Sansa Clip knowledge base: Can you explain how lossless playback consumes more battery life than lossy playback? Isn't in lossy playback more processor power is required to decode compressed audio? Thanks

Hello, Using Windows 10 photo editor to view and edit photos. Cropping mainly. It used to crop fine I think but I noticed that it does not crop adjusted area. Tried changing to predefined crop aspects and they work but I cannot crop custom adjusted area. It saves but photo is not cropped and...

Hi, I am successfully being able to connect from devices connected to Edimax router with devices connected to Sagemcom ISP modem (Bridge Disabled) but not the other way around. I was told it is because they are on a different SUBNETs but wouldn't that render connection from Edimax router (WLAN...

Hello, I saw a video on YouTube how someone cleaned their membrane keyboard and applied teflon grease which improved functionality of keycaps, making them easier and quieter when pressing. I haven't cleaned my keyboard with a few creaky keycaps yet and I am thinking of doing what the guy did...

Hello, I cannot resolve the following domain to IP and wonder why: https://www.colasoft.com/ Tried PING in command prompt, online hostname to IP tools as well.

Hi, I have Command & Conquer Remaster and think about buying Command & Conquer Ultimate Collection. Anyone bought it from Origin and successfully runs 17 bundled games in Windows 10? Thanks

Hello, I found this useful website but I want to ask developer something about EXIF remover tool. There is no way to contact the developer and he made his domain ownership information private. I think users who use his tools deserve ask questions, let alone know who is behind. Unless it's...

Hi, Played Uplink hacking simulator and liked it alot due to it's immersive gameplay. Also played fan-made Onlink but it was way more challenging, yet still immersive. Anyone played Uplink here and Orwell? I wonder if Orwell has some similarities to it or if it's immersive gameplay as well...

Hello, Any old timers who played SoR 1,2,3 on their SEGA console? I did complete these series several times. They have good replayability. The 4th installment and DLC are on sale at this time for $20. How's the game? Worth it's price? Should be gotten with DLC together? I don't play almost...

Hello, Red Alert 1 was my first RTS video game and is part of my nostalgic memories. I saw it's on sale currently $7.99 ($16.60 worth in my currency) on Steam. Always wandered about such discrepancy. Those who know Red Alert 1 and Command & Conquer, how's the remaster? Worth $16.60?

Hello, I am paranoid a bit when entering passwords online because I think that there might be sitting a keylogger on my PC despite Windows Defender saying all is good. What gives me peace of mind is alternation between physical keyboard typing and using built-in Windows On-screen Keyboard so I...

Hello, I bought this keyboard with Abyssus Lite mouse because they were on a deal. Mouse feels without weight and started double-clicking after almost a year. I don't remember about keyboard though but I feel like when pushing edges of some buttons the key resists to be pushed and gives off...

Hello, I created bootable USB with FreeDos option and it worked with no issues. Then I created bootable USB with Syslinux as boot OS and got these errors. Am I right that for other OSs than FreeDos I need to download ISO images? Anyone knows what happened to Reboot forum? It was dedicated...

Hello, I have Logitech mouse with DPI of 1000 and there is no DPI switch. Windows has option to control mouse sensitivity and "Enhance Pointer Precision" feature. I am wondering what are pros versus cons when using mouse with DPI range switch and controlling sensitivity with "Enhance Pointer...

Hello, I have browsed folders but after restarting PC can't find them because I don't remember their location. Is there a feature that allows you to view folder browsing history? I tried Recent Files feature on the left navigation pane under Quick Access but can't find folders there.

Hello, When I am in "My Computer" and right-click on drives I get a spinning wheel that keeps on spinning and all folders that are open hang up until I end "Explorer" task though "Task Manager". Also happens when I open "File Explorer" and right-click on devices in left menu as you can see on...

These two modes do pass internet through or they just connect 2 local area networks? I have Wi-Fi Bridge on my ISP's modem and I have it on my Edimax wireless router. When choosing that mode I must enter each other's respective MAC address on both devices. I didn't get luck with Wi-Fi Bridge...

How can smartphone's flashlight burn skin? I never heard about normal flashlight able to do this so how is flashlight in a smartphone different?

Hello, I have an old Dell Latitude E6420 laptop which is running Windows 10 and is still good for office use. It's original battery is so worn out that it was good to run for 1 minute from full charge but recently it stopped charging. I was wondering whether I should be buying a new one with...

Hello, I am using USB Wi-Fi dongle on PC to connect to ISP modem for wireless internet and I wanted to share internet through USB to Ethernet converter dongle to my smartphone. After enabling Wi-Fi Hotspot connection sharing why is there no device that is connected to my PC and why do I need...

Hello, I have CoolerMaster MB511RGB case. I used to wipe front mesh with baby wipes and noticed it started rusting. Support told me that moisture causes paint to oxidize. They should include this detail in product's sheet. The case is out of warranty so I wonder if it's possible to restore...

Hi, Often I get suggestion in Windows 10 to fix account and I don't know what causes it. Is it because multiple PCs with Windows 10 can't be on the same email address?

Looks like I am behind mice tech. I recently saw mice that incorporate wireless 2.5GHz radio frequency mode and also Bluetooth 3 and 5 mode. I think it makes mice versatile and gives them broad compatibility with different devices to work with. Like my PC may not have Bluetooth but I can still...

Suppose I have 64GB flash memory card. Ot is advertised as 64GB but in reality it's 58.21GB in binary standard which is used in Windows. However in Linux its storage remains 64GB. Question: If I want to use flash memory card in Linux or Android or put it in small surveillance camera, why not...

Hello, I thought about getting VPN subscription but used some of VPN's free services. I am not sure what speeds are good or poor but I got around 2-5MB/s on some of them. On others I would get twice of that. Do I still need paid subscription if I want to use VPN for online banking and surfing...

Hi, I wanted to measure data upload and download on Android PingTools but was required to give Usage Data Access permission to the app: I am wondering if by doing that this app could read data and identify what I do online. Assuming there was malicious app disguised as benevolent app and...

Hello, I wonder why when buying Sabrent SSD I get 1 year warranty automatically but I can get additional 4 years with free registration. Why can't I get all 5 years from start? And are additional 4 years of warranty worth it? This also applies to home appliances.

Hello, By default Speedtest is configured for multi-thread test but there's also single-thread test. Normally multi-threaded test was showing good results until recently. I checked single-threaded test and now results are like those that I had in multi-threaded test. If you tap on video, on 3...

Hello, Would I better disable USB wireless network adapter that sits inside rear USB case port or keep it in ejected mode but still inside (Safely Remove Hardware)? Does it use power when in ejected mode? Like when PC turns on does it "ping" it? Should I leave it in my case or remove it and...

Hello, I have been using occasionally software from NirSoft website. What concerns me is this article: https://borncity.com/win/2020/04/16/dll-hijacking-vulnerabilities-in-nirsoft-tools/ From one side developer is concerned about his tools as seen here...

Hello, I have USB 2.0 network Wi-Fi 802.11n 300Mbps dongle that has maximum speed of 50Mbps. I saw the following USB 3.0 Wi-Fi 802.11ac 1200Mbps adapter: What I wondering about is how can this adapter achieve x4 bandwidth compared to 300Mbps still through 5v 500mAh USB port. Obviously I will...

I am interested to know what's so special about thumb drive that lets it challenge SSDs. Are these comparable to external SSDs maybe? Are these thumb drives with similar longevity as SSDs? Sounds too good to be true. The one on picture is BlitzWolf brand

Hello, I was wondering if there are bootable flash thumb drives, would flash memory card be a good idea? I guess for main OS it won't due to constant writing of data but how about to use Live CD stuff on them like Windows, Linux for troubleshooting and repair purposes? I heard how not using...