Method 1 – Windows Features Depending on your version of Windows 7, you can have IE 8, IE 9, IE 10 or IE 11 installed by default! No matter which version of IE is installed, though, you can uninstall and reinstall IE by simply going to the Control Panel. In the Control Panel, just click on Programs and Features. If you don’t see the list view like below, change the View by to Small or Large icons....

Nowadays, a lot of printers are wireless or at least network-capable, meaning you can plug in a network cable and print without actually having to connect the printer to your computer via USB. It’s absolutely ridiculous if you buy a new printer today and it forces you to connect it to your computer for setup. Unfortunately, setting up a network or wireless printer is far more complicated just because you now have to deal with all kinds of equipment in between the two devices....

It’s important to understand when something is a PUP and what potential threats you may face if you have them on your computer. The good news is that removing them is much easier than full-blown malware. Defining PUPs Defining PUPs is somewhat tricky. They aren’t a specific type of software and whether something is a PUP or not is often a matter of perspective. For example, you may install an application on your work computer because you want it and know what it does; however, your system administrator may consider it a PUP because it violates company policy....

For example, some Avast users report that instup.exe sometimes consumes up to 100% of CPU resources, thereby rendering other apps unusable. If that describes your predicament, we’ll show you how to fix the problem and prevent the file from affecting your PC’s performance. What Is Instup.exe? “Avast Antivirus Installer” is the official file description of the instup.exe program file. When installing the Avast Antivirus on your computer, instup.exe makes sure everything goes smoothly....

System processes like the Runtime Broker are usually hidden, so if it’s on your radar, there could be a problem. If you’re asking yourself “what is Runtime Broker?” and you don’t know the answer, then keep reading, as we explain what it is, whether it’s safe, and what you can do if it’s causing high CPU or RAM usage in Windows 10. What Is Runtime Broker in Windows 10? Some system processes are all encompassing, like ntoskrnl....

Even when a strange background process that’s acting oddly piques your interest, determining its safety can be difficult. A system process like smss.exe is commonly associated with unreasonably high CPU and GPU usage. In this guide, we’ll explain what smss.exe does and how to check if you have a safe version of the file on your computer. What Is smss.exe and What Does It Do? smss.exe is the executable file that’s responsible for running the Session Manager Subsystem (or Windows Session Manager)....

Work can be disrupted because updates can hog your internet consumption. And the fear that your computer can restart at a crucial point can be disruptive. Even worse, sometimes Windows Updates can take forever to finish. It leaves you wondering if it really is downloading updates or if something went wrong and that it’s stuck checking for updates. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to fix the issue. In this post, we’ll show you a few simple steps so you can get the updates over and done with....

Many choose WordPress.org over WordPress.com for increased access and control over a website. However, WordPress.com does come with some valuable features that require a plugin to be used on WordPress.org. One of those is the WordPress Jetpack plugin. What Is The WordPress Jetpack Plugin? Jetpack is a suite of productivity, security, and optimization tools, developed by Automattic and used on all WordPress.com sites. There is also a Jetpack plugin version for WordPress....

Do you often pay extra charge because nobody reminds you of bill payment? You may need to try a bill reminder app and see how it changes your life. The best bill reminder apps are created with the best features to manage multiple bills, keep track of expenses, and more. There are so many bill reminder apps available out there, but only few work well to help you with personal finance....

While there aren’t many native Chromebook games, you can still benefit from games designed for related platforms such as the Linux and Android operating systems. It’s a little complicated, so let’s review what games a Chromebook can play. Cloud Gaming, Steam, and Google Play on Chromebooks There are two types of Chromebooks: those that can run Google Play Android apps and those that cannot. Sadly, if your Chromebook isn’t part of the Android app support list, you won’t have access to the Google Play Store....

Even if your phone has a default video player, using a third-party app is a good idea. Check out the best video player apps below to enhance your mobile video experience. Many of them don’t require you to pay for any subscription in the first place, though. This article, on the other hand, covers information about the apps that you would love to use for watching videos. Some options on the list support offline watching while some others ask you to use internet connection in the first place....

The Windows toolbar is the strip across the bottom of your screen where the Windows button is on the left and the clock is on the right. There can be many things in between. Let’s look at them and see what they can do for you. Windows Button Shortcut To Utilities This one you already know about. It’s the Windows icon in the leftmost corner of the toolbar. Clicking on it brings up the Start menu; your gateway to all the programs and everything else in Windows....

The criteria for free clipart downloads checked were: Is it really free?How cluttered with ads is it?Do they have a large selection?What image types do they have? Must have at least .gif or .png.What quality is the clipart?What type of usage is allowed?Do we have to register to use the site?What other features does the site have? The ranking of the sites is subjective, even though there were a lot of criteria to be checked....

That doesn’t mean screensavers aren’t useful or popular. They’re a good security measure, especially if you choose to require login details after the screensaver has activated. It also hides what’s on your screen when you’re not using your computer. At the very least, a good screensaver is simply nice to look at. Sadly, the collection of screensavers that come with Windows 10 aren’t that great. So to help you bring some better eye candy to your desktop, here are 15 free, cool screensavers for Windows 10....

Arabic might be one of the most difficult languages to learn. It has completely different letters which can give you a headache on the first try. Thankfully, digital tools provide an easy way to achieve this goal. There’s a list of the best apps to learn Arabic that will help you speak the language quickly. While some apps are specifically designed for Arabic, others give you an option to learn many other languages....

In any of these cases, you need to perform a reverse image search. There are a couple of different tools you can use to do a reverse image search. In this article, I’m going to talk about how you can find different sizes for an image and how you can find other websites that have an identical image. Google Image Search Google most likely has the biggest index of online images than anyone else....

Just like with any collectible or piece of fashion, the most prized items are usually those with quirky aesthetics or exclusivity – if it looks interesting or is hard to find, people want it. The same holds true with mechanical keyboards, and there has been a surge in hipsteresque mechanical keyboard brands over the past decade. You’ve probably heard of Razer, Corsair, SteelSeries, and Logitech for their mechanical keyboards. There are plenty more out there that haven’t got the same attention though....

Keyboards can cause repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) like carpal tunnel syndrome. That is until ergonomic design came along. If you don’t have an ergonomic keyboard, you should get one. Our top picks are, in our opinion, the best buys. What to Look For in an Ergonomic Keyboard Reach out in front of you like a zombie walking. You’ll likely find that your wrists are slightly twisted, so the index fingers are higher than the little fingers....

The Windows desktop is where you end up when you’ve closed all your windows, or when you’re using smaller Windows that don’t use up all your desktop space. So, why not take advantage of that space with Live Wallpapers that are beautiful, animated, and in many cases could even help boost your productivity? Have a look at these 7 live wallpapers and try a few out. Once you start using live wallpapers, you’ll never go back to a static one again....

Are you planning to purchase a new compass for the upcoming travel? Wait! Rather than spending your money on a traditional compass, simply download and install the compass app on Android devices. A wide array of choices are available, providing you with ease of use features to guide you during the travel. But, what is the best compass app for Android? It may be a little harder to pick one app and say that it’s the best one among others....