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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....

There may be times, however, when you don’t want these Top Hits to appear. Getting rid of them isn’t straightforward, but it is possible. Here’s how to get rid of top hits on Safari. Why Would You Want to Get Rid of Top Hits? Top Hits provides Safari’s best guess of the website that you want to visit when you start typing in the search box. In many instances, this can be very useful, saving you from typing out the full name of a website....

It’s no wonder the service is so popular as it includes the entire Disney vault as many shows and films from its many acquisitions. It includes everything from Walt Disney classics to films and shows from Lucasfilm, Marvel Studios, Pixar, National Geographic, select content from 20th Century Fox, and more. Although many were skeptical Disney could pull it off with a service that rivals the king of streaming, Netflix, I have to admit, Disney has done an excellent job of execution....

It isn’t a Windows-only tool, either. You can use Microsoft Teams on almost all platforms and operating systems, including common Linux distributions like Ubuntu. If you want to know how to install Microsoft Teams on Ubuntu, follow the steps below. How to Install Microsoft Teams on Ubuntu Using the GUI The easiest way to install Microsoft Teams is to use Ubuntu’s GUI (or Graphical User Interface) to help you. To install Microsoft Teams on Ubuntu using the GUI: If you cannot use the ....

Set up a Network Between OS X El Capitan and Windows 10 Before you begin, check to make sure both operating systems are updated. On OS X, head to the Apple menu > App Store > Updates to ensure it’s up-to-date. Also, check to make sure your network adapters are functioning correctly. In Windows 10, press Windows key + X then click Device Manager. Expand Network Adapters; if there is no exclamation sign, then you are ready to go....

Pin an App from Start Menu to Taskbar on Windows 11 The process is fairly straightforward. To get started, open the Start menu by clicking the Start button or by hitting the Windows key on your keyboard. Next, find the app you want on the Start menu – here I am using the Mail app. Then right-click the app’s icon and click Pin to taskbar. Note: Not all apps will allow you to pin them if they are already pinned to Start....

With this in mind, Microsoft added a new feature to the calendar in Outlook for Microsoft 365 to accommodate this. You can have your events start late or end early which lets you build travel time into the schedule. Those attendees with back-to-back meetings will surely appreciate it! How to Set the Option to Start Late or End Early This handy feature is one that you can set up so that it’s available when you need it....

It started when someone created a routine that launches when they said ‘Alexa, intruder alert.’ The routine was set up to announce ‘Resistance is futile, time to die’ before playing the Imperial March from Star Wars. The original spawned a whole host of copycat intruder alerts. Whilst an Alexa intruder alert isn’t the most sophisticated security measure, it might be enough to scare off an intruder who wasn’t aware that anyone was home....

The reason Xbox One doesn’t come with native disc playback support is the same reason it’s not in Windows 10 for the desktop. Microsoft killed off DVD playback support several years back with Windows 8, citing the global decline of physical media sales and the rise in popularity of video streaming services. We’ve shown you how to bring DVD and Blu-ray playback for Windows 10, and here we’ll show you how to do the same with your Xbox One console....

That said, iMessage’s focus on Apple devices makes it less useful for users who want to communicate with Android and Windows users. If you’d prefer a more platform-agnostic approach, you may want to look into how to turn off iMessage on your iPhone or Mac. You can then switch to another platform, from WhatsApp to Telegram. How to Turn Off iMessage Most of the time, iMessage isn’t a problem, as text messages to non-Apple users will send as standard SMS messages....

However, if you need access to the options and features that Microsoft Office provides, you can use Microsoft Office on a Chromebook. You can install the progressive web app version, which is similar to using Office online, but with more features. It provides an app-like experience without the slog of installing a huge software suite. Here’s how to use Microsoft Office on a Chromebook. Using Microsoft Office Web Apps on a Chromebook To use Microsoft Office on your Chromebook, all you need is the web browser it comes with....

Hangouts in Outlook While some people enjoy using their email via the web interface via Google, Outlook, or even Yahoo, others prefer using the Microsoft Outlook client. If you’re a constant “Google Apps for Business” user that spends most of his time in Microsoft Outlook, you can start a hangout and have a video call with partners straight from it, without switching windows. This is done with the help of the Hangouts Microsoft Outlook plugin....

Using Windows 10 Timeline To launch Timeline, you can click the new icon located next to the Cortana Search box on the Taskbar. Or, for keyboard warriors, hit Windows Key + Tab on your keyboard. Timeline will display a history of apps and documents you have been using across synced Windows 10 devices. Microsoft calls them Activities and shows what you were working with at any given time. You can move the slider on the right with your mouse to scroll through (or swipe on a touchscreen) to view your past activities....

The same isn’t true in Google Docs for certain types of characters, especially those that are mathematical. For example, if you want to write fractions in Google Docs, you’d need to change how the fractions are displayed to make them appear correctly. If you want to write fractions in Google Docs, here’s what you’ll need to do. How to Add Fractions in Google Docs Manually If you’re not worried about formatting, you can use a forward slash (/) to symbolize a fractional value in your text....

iCloud for Windows First, download the iCloud Control Panel for Windows. It only works with Windows Vista SP 2 and higher – Windows XP users are out of luck. If you’re running Outlook during the install, you’ll receive a notification to close out of it before continuing with the installation. Then the Installation is basic. Follow the install wizard and when it’s done, make sure Open the iCloud Control Panel is checked....

Normally, your Gmail tab would look something like this when you have, for example, the Sent Mail folder open. For an easy solution from Gmail Labs, go to Settings in the menu on the top right side of your Gmail account. At the top, click Labs. Then type: unread in the Search for a Lab box, and Unread Messages Icon comes up. Click Enable, then Save Changes. That’s it. Now, no matter what folder or message you have open, you’ll see a nice little counter of unread messages....

Windows 10 20H1 Preview Build 19028 Here is the list of fixes and changes added to today’s latest build: We fixed a recent issue that could result in Settings crashing when docking/undocking your device. This issue may have also impacted Action Center launch performance.We fixed an issue impacting the performance of the Printers & Scanners section of Settings loading.We fixed an issue resulting in the Other People section under Storage Settings not displaying the correct size used....

Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 19582 Today’s release contains Eye Control improvements that allow users to interact with the OS with their eyes. This build is adding Samsung Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Z Flip phones with new features for the Your Phone app. In addition, it is adding the ability to copy and paste text and images between devices. And it now supports Rich Communication Service (RCS). Here is a list of general changes and improvements in this latest preview build:...

PDFelement 8 brings you useful new features, functional improvements, and performance enhancements you’ll appreciate. You can create and edit, annotate and comment, and sign and secure your PDF documents using this all-inclusive application. Let’s walk through all that’s new with PDFelement 8. PDFelement 8 Features Before we delve into what’s new in the latest version, let’s dive into the basics of what you can do with PDFelement. Create PDFs and Forms With PDFelement 8, you can create a PDF from an existing file, a scanned document, or a blank PDF....

For example, we showed you how to install the classic 3D Space Cadet Pinball on Windows 10, which received tons of positive responses. We also covered how to add classic Windows 7 games to Windows 10 before. And today, we’ll take a look at where you can find and play some real classics from the Windows Entertainment Pack. Play Minesweeper and Other Classics on Windows 10 To get started, head to Archive....