Dell XPS 13 9343 Touchpad/Trackpad Lag Issue

I was very excited to receive my shiny new Dell XPS 13 – 9343 recently. This system had it all – sleek new design, nearly bezel-free screen, paper thin and light. However, one of the biggest issues of this laptop that make it nearly unusable is the buggy touchpad! Moving your finger slightly does not register … Read more

OpenStack vs VMware: A Comprehensive Comparison

openstack vs vmware

When it comes to choosing a cloud infrastructure platform, two names often rise to the surface: OpenStack and VMware. Both are leading solutions that offer a variety of features for virtualization and managing cloud environments. However, the question remains: which one is right for you? In this in-depth review, we’ll compare OpenStack vs VMware across … Read more

How Does OpenStack work? (Part II)

If you are a business owner or the person in charge of making the IT decisions for your company, cloud computing can make your head spin. There are many different moving parts to this process, but remember the two basic premises of why OpenStack works for your business; ease and maintenance. Simple to implement and … Read more

What is OpenStack? (Part 1)

Cloud management technology looks vastly different than it did back in 2010, when Rackspace headed up development of an open source management system called OpenStack. It’s wildly transformed how hosting companies operate and because of the diverse nature of cloud computing, has grown into a primary player on the landscape of cloud powered hosting an … Read more

Basic Troubleshooting Steps for your Cell Phone

troubleshoot phone

How to Troubleshoot your Cell Phone Technology should be seamless, but you will find that your cell phone doesn’t always perform as flawlessly as you want. A list of solutions for ordinary problems with these devices can be found in the tips and tricks listed below. However, if you still can’t find the answer, you … Read more

Top Password Manager Apps for Android

app, manage password, password manage

With recent news about hackers obtaining usernames, passwords, images, files and so much more of our personal lives it is very important to have a secure and reliable password managing application for your entire android app needs. Password managing apps are also great for those of us who frequently forget usernames, emails and passwords used … Read more

Top New Features in iOS 8

iOS 8 is one of the biggest overhaul versions of Apple’s mobile operating systems that has ever been released. With Tim Cook now CEO, we are finally seeing new features that we have been hoping for the whole time. There is so much to cover but we are only going to touch on the most … Read more

Free Remote Desktop Client for Android

The RD Client App on Android allows you to simply transfer your desktop from the computer over to your mobile screen. Every single application that is open on your computer remains on the computer as well, so you can easily make changes on your computer with the help of an Android device. However, there are … Read more

Splashtop – Remote Desktop on Your Android/iOS Device

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the ability to access and control computers remotely has become indispensable for both individuals and businesses. Splashtop Remote Desktop, a cutting-edge solution in the realm of remote access software, has emerged as a frontrunner, revolutionizing the way we interact with our digital environments from afar. This article delves into … Read more

Complete Guide to Android Tips & Tricks [2024]

android tips and tricks

Android stands as a beacon of flexibility and diversity in the mobile operating system realm, captivating millions with its extensive range of features and customization capabilities. This operating system is designed to cater to a broad spectrum of user needs, from basic communication to advanced computing tasks. Our exploration into Android tips and tricks aims … Read more

Mac: How to Open a Folder in a New Window

With the arrival of MacOS Mavericks, we were lucky enough to have a plethora of new features, some amazing and others not so great. But one of the best new features that it offered was tabbed window support, which made it so when you opened a new Finder it would launch as a new tab … Read more

How to Record/Capture Your Screen on a Mac OS for Free

quicktime, screen capture, mac os x

In an era where digital content creation is at its peak, the ability to capture or record your screen on a Mac becomes essential. Whether it’s for crafting detailed tutorials, engaging presentations, or simply reporting a problem, the right screen recording tools can make a significant difference. This article dives into the various methods available … Read more

3 Ways To Receive Gmail Notifications On Your Mac OS X

gmail notifications, mac, macos, mac os x, macbook

With there being so many new ways to communicate with each other, such as Twitter and Facebook, you may quickly forget how email is still the top dominant way to communicate online. Most of use primarily use Gmail for out free email hosting because of the friendly user interface in addition to how it has … Read more

5 Tips to Help You Without a Windows 8 Start Button

windows 8 start menu

When you first start checking out your new Windows 8 machine you will quickly realize that the desktop is virtually identical to Windows 7, but without one little small detail…no Start Menu button! Although you may think that you now have no clue how to use your computer, it is actually pretty easy to learn … Read more

Taking a Screenshot on a Samsung Galaxy S5: Step-by-Step

Your Samsung Galaxy S5 is packed with many impressive features, but one of the most basic yet vital functionalities is the ability to capture what’s on your screen. Taking a screenshot can help you share information, save data quickly, or troubleshoot issues. This blog post will guide you on how to take a screenshot on … Read more

5 Common Problems with the Samsung Galaxy S5

samsung galaxy, s5, s6

Security and Privacy Problem The Samsung Galaxy S5 is arguably, the most sought after and feature-rich phone of the year. Customer expectations are at the highest level for this flagship phone. However, this phone came up short in a few areas that we will discuss here. The Galaxy S5 comes with a fingerprint sensor, similar … Read more

Solved! MSI A6200 (CR620) Webcam Not Found in Windows 7

msi webcam

Webcams have become an indispensable part of our digital lives, be it for virtual meetings, online learning, or maintaining social connections. Like any other tech device, however, they’re not immune to glitches and hiccups. These can be particularly frustrating when you’re about to jump on an important video call or catch up with loved ones. … Read more

Top 5 Common iPhone 5C/5S Problems and Solutions

While its usually necessary to take your iPhone hardware problems to Apple Store, it also should be noted that some of the issues encountered with the iPhone 5 are easy to fix without taking it to anyone. Here are the Top 5 problems encountered with iPhone 5, as well as the solutions to help users … Read more

MySQL – How to Enable Slow Query Logs (Linux)

In MySQL 5.6, they introduced a different way of logging slow queries compared to previous versions. This article will show you how to quickly, and correctly enable the slow query log which is extremely useful for debugging application performance issues. Enable Slow Query Log in MySQL

SQL ERROR -532 THE RELATIONSHIP CONSTRAINT-NAME RESTRICTS THE DELETION OF ROW WITH RID X’RID-NUMBER’

sqlcode=-532, sqlstate=23504

This article will explain the cause and solution to DB2 SQL Error-532 or sqlcode=-532, sqlstate=23504, which is also similar to MySQL : ERROR 1216: Cannot add or update a child row and SQL Server error: foreign key constraint failed Foreign Key Constraint Error Possible Manifestation The DELETE statement cannot be executed. The contents of the … Read more

Solution: incompatible implicit declaration of built-in function ‘bzero’

While using the bzero() function you may have run into the message warning: incompatible implicit declaration of built-in function ‘bzero’. The solution for this common, annoying, message is straightforward. Simply include the header file <string.h> and the warning will go away! What is bzero? bzero() is a function in C and C++ programming languages, commonly used in … Read more

How to “Unfollow” a friend/page on Facebook

facebook, unfollow friend

We all have Facebook friends who post content every few hours. We like this person dearly, but wonder if they’re glued to their Facebook because this person constantly shows up in your newsfeed. They may be posting their political views or something far more annoying – those endless quizzes! Which animal spirit are you? Which … Read more

Introduction to the Android Kernel

android kernel

Android Firmware, ROM and Kernel In 2014, the increasingly booming smartphone users, ranging from children to adults almost all of them have such smart devices. Generally, the prices of cheap smartphones increasingly become a factor of proliferation for smartphone users. Because Android is an open source smartphone OS that is freely modified according to the … Read more

Insert/Add String to Beginning of a File

bash arguments, pass parameter, pass argument to script

In a previous article, I showed you how to append a string to the end of file. Now I will show you how to insert a string to the beginning of a file in Linux. The solution is not as obvious as the former, but I will show you a quick and easy way using … Read more