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In this guide, we’ll explain what mrt.exe means and what it does. Likewise, you’ll learn how to determine if you have a safe copy of the file on your PC. What Is mrt.exe? mrt.exe is the executable file for the Microsoft Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool. You’ll find this file on every computer running the Windows operating system. Microsoft designed the Malicious Software Removal Tool to occasionally scan your computer for popular malware, viruses, and worms....

There are also various use cases for external storage and, importantly, plenty of formats to choose from. So when you have to pick a format for your shiny new external storage device, what is the best format for external hard drives? Just What Is a Disk “Format”? What does it mean to “format” a disk? What is a disk format anyway? It’s actually pretty easy to understand. Your SSD, hard disk, flash drive, SD card or whatever storage medium you’re working with has a set amount of raw physical space....

In many ways, the Registry sits at the heart of Windows, and power users can use it to make their computers do things that would otherwise be impossible. Warning: Making changes to the Registry can break your computer. You should only make changes you are comfortable with, and you should always back up the Registry beforehand. A (Brief) History of the Registry Why does Windows have a registry? The Registry was introduced to Windows with the release of Windows 95 and persisted to Windows 11....

The Windows Audio Device Graph Isolation process is further proof of this, with a long name, but not much indication (beyond audio) what it might be doing on your Windows PC. To help you understand what it does, here’s everything you need to know about the Windows Audio Device Graph Isolation process in Windows 10. What Is Windows Audio Device Graph Isolation in Windows 10? The Windows Audio Device Graph Isolation process (or audiodg....

Both methods are based on the WordPress content management system (CMS) platform. However there are major differences between the two that you should understand before you make a decision. WordPress.com is a platform hosted and managed by the WordPress company, while WordPress.org is where you can download the WordPress CMS to install on your own hosted website account. What Is WordPress.com? If you aren’t very computer savvy, the idea of setting up a web hosting account and installing your own WordPress CMS platform may seem very daunting....

Discord is one of the most popular apps for gamers and those who need to communicate with other teammates. However, there are tons of alternative apps like Discord that may offer a better experience. While the UI design is quite fancy, some people don’t consider Discord as an app for professional use. Of course, this part depends on your preference in the first place. Still, if you are looking for something more professional-looking then you should check out the list below....

The presence of apps like Life360 is such a helpful tool to keep the safety of your family on top of priority. Even though some people don’t like being tracked, this thing is somehow important, especially if you have kids. Well, in this article, you will find a series of information about apps that serve similar functions with Life360. Those options allow you to pick the right platform that fits your needs when it comes to tracking the location of each family member....

Every sports lover out there already know that Strava is one of the, if not the best cycling and running app. However, if you’ve already used Strava for years, you’re bound to get bored. So, what apps are the best Strava alternatives? Are they as good as Strava? Why don’t we look at what Strava has to offer Despite protests that Strava is becoming more like a social connection app rather than a sporty app, you can’t deny that the Strava app has its pros....

1. Roku If you want to add more functionality to a basic television, but don’t feel like spending a lot of money to do so, your home theater solution may be a Roku! Roku boxes range in price from around $50.00 USD to $100 USD, making them affordable but feature rich devices. With a Roku, you can add a ton of channels to your TV. That’s a lot of channels and features for under $100 USD....

A secure wipe basically performs a low-level format so that the entire disk is overwritten with 0’s. Other software will write junk data multiple times over the disk so that there is no trace of what was there before. Either way, no one is going to be able to get the original data off the hard drive because it’ll be completely gone. In this post, I’ll mention five fairly popular programs that you can use to really erase a hard disk properly....

Thankfully, there are several websites available online, where you can download subtitle tracks for movies, both popular and obscure. This lets you experience movies in an entirely different language to your own. Also, be sure to check out our YouTube channel where we posted a short video going through some of the best options for subtitles: OpenSubtitles With one of the biggest collections of movie subtitles on the internet (over five million, according to the site itself), OpenSubtitles is probably the first site you want to try if you’re looking to download subtitles....

Dust, dirt, and other contaminants in the air can have an impact on your fan’s performance, but there are other problems that can crop up, which is why regular maintenance is essential. If your computer fans are getting loud, here are six troubleshooting tips you can try to fix the problem. Give Your PC Fans A Clean As your fans draw in air, they bring other contaminants into your PC or laptop case....

That doesn’t mean Windows hasn’t been taking notice. While it may already be on top, the folks over at Microsoft are not above taking a good idea from their competitor and doing something similar in Windows 10. Heck, sometimes it’s just convergent evolution, where two features happen to be similar because both provide a good solution to the same problem. While no one could argue that Windows and MacOS provide the same experience, the following Windows features bring some of the most popular aspects of MacOS to the PC OS king....

Before listing potential solutions, we’ll highlight the factors that trigger the Netflix error code UI-113. That’ll help you prevent the error from reoccurring in the future. What Causes the Netflix Error Code UI-113? The Netflix error code UI-113 is particular to the Netflix client on smart TVs, set-top boxes, gaming consoles, and other streaming devices. According to Netflix, the error indicates a problem with information stored on your device. Netflix doesn’t precisely specify what this “information” is, but from our research and projection, we suspect the following factors to be the root causes of the error:...

A decade ago, you might often wait for forecast or local weather broadcast on TV. Nowadays, there is a sizable number of applications and websites that allow you to get accurate weather data. This cannot be separated from the popularity of the internet that brings convenience to our life. What is the best weather website that gives accurate data? Weather website can be a good friend, especially if you have a plan to do activities outdoor or to go somewhere....

Analytic tools enable users to learn about visitors to their websites. They show the number of site visitors, what they do, where they came from, and other statistics to help you understand the behavior of your website users. This article will show you some of the most popular WordPress Google Analytics plugins, along with their strengths and weaknesses to help you choose the best solution for your needs. Analytify Analytify is a free WordPress Google Analytics plugin that helps you understand your audience in a straightforward way by combining data and stats from GA and putting it into your WP dashboard....

Torrenters have a few sites that they rely on for their torrenting needs and requirements. But there are a lot of options out there, making it difficult for those who are new to the scene to make an informed decision. If that is not the case, some popular torrent sites go offline like kickasstorrent and extratorrent recently without rhyme or reason. This is where torrent search engines come in the picture....

Ultrabooks in particular are popular because they are small, light and usually quiet thanks to a lack of fans. They are also powerful enough to do the job for most users. Tablet computers, on the other hand, make even the daintiest 13-inch ultrabooks look a little porky. The typical 13-inch ultrabook weighs about three pounds, whereas a 12.9” iPad Pro comes in at under half that. Without a keyboard case of course....

Adobe Flash is something which used to be absolutely essential for things like watching online videos (such as YouTube) and playing online games. But Steve Jobs famously hated Flash and when he removed support for it from all Apple products, Adobe Flash’s days were numbered. Android then dropped support. Then HTML5 was born, sticking the boot into Flash’s dying body, dooming it to irrelevance. The rise of HTML5 has now made Flash totally pointless and those who are still running it are opening themselves up to all kinds of malware attacks by nefarious individuals....

If you’ve found yourself in the situation for the first time, you’re probably clueless and have no idea what to do. Luckily, there are a few ways to get around the issue and successfully connect to your chosen network on your PC. Also, be sure to check out our short video on our YouTube channel where we cover some of the fixes mentioned in this article. Forget The Network & Reconnect To It When there’s an issue on your computer, you’re usually asked to reboot your machine and that’ll hopefully fix it for you....