One of the most important processes, however, is the Windows Shell Infrastructure Host process. While essential, this process can also be behind some system stability issues, such as high CPU usage. Here’s what you need to know about this process and how to resolve any issues with it. What Is the Shell Infrastructure Host Process and Is It Safe? While some system processes (like yourphone.exe) aren’t hugely important in ensuring Windows can run properly, the Windows Shell Infrastructure Host process isn’t one of them....

There are several third-party Windows PE rescue disks that you can download and use, like Hiren’s BootCD PE. If you’re wary about trusting a third-party solution, especially with potential piracy issues, you can build your own using Win10XPE. Let’s walk you through how to create your own Windows PE rescue disk. Creating a Windows PE Rescue Disk To create a Windows PE rescue disk, you’ll need a recent copy of the Windows 10 installation media....

Is Edge better than Chrome? What about Firefox, Safari or Opera? The answer is primarily an opinion, and it’s yours to make, but below are some compelling reasons to switch over to Edge as your primary smartphone browser. Edge Syncs With Your Computer Like most smartphone browsers that let you connect to your account associated with the company that builds the app, Edge provides a way to sign in to your Microsoft account to sync your favorites, history, passwords, and more between your computer and other devices running Edge....

If you attempt to open the Task Manager, but it doesn’t show up, crashes, or you see a “Task Manager not responding” or “Task Manager has been disabled by the Administrator” message, you’ve got a potentially severe problem that needs fixing. We will show you how to do that in Windows 10 and 11. Try Other Ways to Open Task Manager You’ve got multiple ways to open the Task Manager in Windows....

You surely don’t want to get into debt. However, some conditions may force you to be part of it. While the Solo Funds app is quite popular and great, do you know that there are apps like Solo Funds that could give you more options? Traditional lenders are still the first place people would go in case they need financing. However, that option is not affordable for all people. Most of the time, an individual’s credit score makes the traditional way hard to follow....

Sandboxie is undoubtedly a great tool to keep your Windows system safe. The ability to provide isolated environment allows users to install and run software that may be harmful or contain malware. But if you wish to explore Sandboxie alternatives, you have landed on the right article. We have wrapped up the best alternative programs that offer similar functions to Sandboxie or additional functions you cannot find in this virtualization software....

Technology develops rapidly from time to time. One of the development results is the invention of the best selfie camera apps. People tend to love taking their pictures. Also, the presence of front cameras make things more doable nowadays. So, if you love taking selfies and want it to be perfect then you should read this article until the last line. In this article, you will find a list of app recommendations that will help you to snap perfect selfies....

Hairstyles can change your whole appearance. While trying random hairstyles can put your look at risk, it’s good to find references for hairstyles and hair colors that are hype and good for you. If you need a little help, the best hairstyle apps below will do. Not only do they provide hairstyle inspirations, some apps allow you to try on new hairstyles. So, it’s much easier to decide if a haircut looks good on you....

What To Look For in a Portable Printer Portable printers have various designs, shapes, sizes, and features. Most buying decisions are similar to choosing any type of printer, but a few aspects are specific to these mobile machines. First and foremost, portable printers will have a battery rating, usually measured in the number of pages that they can print on a full charge. That number will vary based on the print quality and whether it’s in full color or not....

That’s where a good video converter software package comes into play. We’ve pulled together some of the best examples from both paid and free options, to make your next video conversion job as easy as pie. What We Want From Video Converter Software for Windows In evaluating video conversion software, there are a few things we look out for: The range of codecs and conversion options on offer.How easy the software is to use for users of different levels....

Using a high-quality photo scanner is best to digitize and back up your photo collection. So, here are our six best photo scanners to save your old pictures without further ado. 1. Epson FastFoto FF-680W The Epson FastFoto FF-680W is a highly recommended all-in-one photo scanner for home archivists. With a range of quality options, the FF-680W won’t disappoint. And, with an excellent document feeder mechanism (one of the fastest ways to scan large numbers of photos), scanning has never been so easy....

Work with your PDF content in popular formats The PDF format, as you know, is one that can’t be easily edited. Yet in order to work with the content in the PDF you need to convert it. However, when you can work with any number of different formats, your free single-format-PDF-converting web tool won’t cut it. But this doesn’t necessarily mean you need to buy multiple PDF tools either. Able2Extract can convert to over 10 popular formats for you including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, Open Office and more....

Besides a simple wallpaper change, you can also completely alter the theme of Windows 10. Depending on the theme, this can change not only your background, but the colors and icons of the Windows desktop and menus. Making this change to Windows 10 can be very simple, as long as you follow the instructions provided by the creator for each download. Because there are so many themes out there, it can be hard to find quality ones that are enjoyable and useable....

Even if we feel that dealing with other people can be irritating at times, humans are hardwired to interact with others. Thankfully, technology may bridge the gap between social interaction and self isolation. Maintaining communication with others is important. Below, we’ve provided a few ways that technology can be used to combat the issues that come with social distancing and self isolation. 8 Best Tech Ideas To Cope With Self Isolation There are plenty of different things we can do to cope with self isolation and social distancing that will keep us sane....

Using a web proxy will also allow a user to access sites that are otherwise inaccessible. So those websites at work you’re often denied access to are now open season. This also holds true for sites blocked in schools and your ISP. A web proxy works by camouflaging your identity (hiding your IP address), acting as the middle man between your computer and the website you want to access. Your computer will request access to the website through the proxy, after which it will then go through a filtering process....

This temporary connection allows electrical current to flow from the power source and into the ps4 console, providing the energy needed to run the console and charge any connected devices. The ps4 power cord is an essential component of the ps4 gaming system, and it is important to choose a cord that is durable and capable of delivering consistent power. Unlike some consoles which are battery-powered, the ps4 requires a power cord to connect to the main electrical supply....

It’s okay to be confused about which model to go for when you want the best possible gaming laptop. Here we will be comparing the top 10 models under 85,000 INR based on their specifications, CPU’s benchmarks report, gaming performance, and power efficiency. Let’s look at some key differences between Ryzen 5 5600h specs and the Intel Core i5 11th Gen ( for ex: i5 1135G7). The Ryzen 5 5600H is significantly more powerful than the 11th Gen intel’s core i5 11400H and 11300H series....

The most immediate solution would be to purchase an upgrade to your hardware, but when budget is a concern, you can use these tips to get the very most out of an old machine on its last legs. Understand Your Limitations and Limit Graphics Before we get started, it’s very important that you taper your expectations a little bit. There’s no hack that will let you smoothly play high end games on a low end PC, so you’ll have to make some sacrifice as far as performance goes....

There are many reasons for a computer not turning on and often few clues as to the problem. Some common culprits include issues with power supply, battery, power adapter, damaged internal hardware, or even the screen. Fortunately, there are several troubleshooting steps you can take to get your computer in working order again. How to Fix It When Your Computer Is Not Turning On Before you can move to more advanced troubleshooting steps, here are a few essential checks to perform when your computer doesn’t turn on at all....

In general this is a good thing. SSDs represent a major leap in performance over traditional hard drives. However, they also bring some special usage and maintenance considerations with them. Most users reading this probably have an SSD in their system already or will almost certainly get one in their next system. So the time is right to unpack one of the most important, yet misunderstood, issues unique to SSD technology....