NAT (or Network Address Translation) isn’t intended to impact your network performance. Its main purpose is to provide a method to convert local IP addresses to wider internet addresses. Thanks to NAT, one internet IP is used by multiple local devices on a single local network. NAT isn’t a one-size-fits-all thing, however. There are a few different NAT types that you can choose from, with differences in speed and network security....

If you are concerned about the amount of time you spend on your phone, you can check your screen time on Android. That gives you an idea of how much time you are spending on your phone. And when you check screen time, it may be much more than you think. You can check your screen time on Android by using the Digital Wellbeing feature. Here’s how. How to Check Screen Time on Android The ability to verify your screen time on Android is a helpful feature that allows you to manage your time on your phone....

We’ll show you two ways to add a watermark in Google Docs. One method uses the Drawing feature within Google Docs, while the other uses Google Drawings. Depending on if you already have an image you want to use or need to create one, use whichever method is best for you. Create and Insert a Watermark Using Google Docs Drawing If you want a simple watermark of text like “Private,” “Confidential,” or something similar, using the Drawing feature in Google Docs takes only a few minutes....

For example, Apple recently released a Rapid Security Response (RSR) with important security fixes. While it’s wise to install PSRs to ensure your iPhone or iPad is secure, you might want to install the updates on your own time. It’s also important to note you might get an error trying to install an RSR before or after the 48-hour phased rollout of the update. To disable Rapid Security Response updates on your iPhone or iPad, follow these steps....

This is usually because of the web results that Windows will add to a search. If you don’t want web results from Bing to appear in your local search results on Windows 11, you can switch this off. If you want to know how to disable web search results on Windows 11, here’s what you’ll need to do. How to Disable Web Search Results Using the Group Policy Editor on Windows 11 The first method we’ll look at is using the Group Policy Editor to disable web search results on Windows 11....

For obvious reasons, you might need to know how to enable or disable Airplane mode on your Android or iPhone device from time to time. Airplane mode is also good for troubleshooting connectivity, saving battery, and getting peace and quiet from your device. To switch Airplane mode on or off on your Android or iPhone, follow the steps below. How to Enable or Disable Airplane Mode on Android There are a couple of different ways to turn Airplane mode on or off on your Android device....

Encrypt Files or Folders in Windows 10 Using EFS Launch File Explorer and right-click the file or folder you want to encrypt and select Properties. In this example, I’m going to use a folder that contains subfolders and individual files. In the Properties window, under the General tab, click the Advanced button. Next, check the box next to Encrypt contents to secure data under the Compress or Encrypt attributes section and click OK....

If you’re reading this article, it’s likely a situation that you’re familiar with. Your Chromebook may have power, but it doesn’t mean you’re going to use your Chromebook. You’ll need to start troubleshooting the problem to fix a Chromebook black screen. Don’t jump to any conclusions, as for most users, it’s an easy problem to fix. If you want to know how to fix a Chromebook black screen, follow the steps below....

The print spooler is a built-in service on Windows that sends multiple print jobs to a queue, where the print jobs will complete in the order they’re sent to the printer. While common, the error can be frustrating, and there isn’t one thing that causes the problem. The problem could be outdated system files, old printer drivers, or security suites blocking the print spooler service. We’ll explain how to fix the problem below....

Zoom is a great communication tool when it’s working properly, but it’s frustrating when it isn’t. We’ve all experienced that moment when we can hear everyone else on the call, but they can’t hear us. Sometimes the solution is just the click of a button away, but the problem may be more complicated to fix. If this happens to you, here are some tips on how to fix Zoom microphone problems....

Some automated messages are legitimate, like the text messages you may see from your bank. Others are less clear, like phishing attempts, gambling ads, and more. Luckily, Apple provides the ability to hide spam texts from unknown senders on iPhone. An unknown sender on your iPhone is someone texting you who isn’t on your Contacts list. You can sort the text into known and unknown categories. If you want to hide spam texts from unknown senders on your iPhone, you can follow these steps....

One chart type in Excel that many don’t consider is a scatter plot, also referred to as a scatter graph, scatter diagram, and scatter chart. This type of visual lets you compare two data sets using plotted points. Microsoft Excel provides a handful of scatter plot types depending on how you want to display your data. Let’s have a look at each one and how to create the scatter chart in Excel....

If you’re using Google Docs, you might want to add a Venn diagram for visual impact in an important document (or just to create a funny meme). There’s no specific tool for creating Venn diagrams in Google Docs, but there are a couple of ways you can do it. Here’s how to make a Venn diagram in Google Docs. How to Create a Venn Diagram in Google Docs Using the Drawing Tool Google Docs includes some built-in drawing tools that you can use to create your own Venn diagrams without too much difficulty....

In this article, we’ll show you how to migrate an existing Oracle VirtualBox virtual machine to Windows 10’s Hyper-V. Migrate an Oracle VirtualBox Virtual Machine to Windows 10 Hyper-V To begin, launch the VirtualBox Manager then select the virtual machine from the list pane you would like to export. Make sure the operating system you are exporting is supported by Hyper-V. Click the File menu then click Export Appliance… Select the virtual machine again, then click Next....

The only thing better than watching Disney+ is watching Disney+ with friends. Having a physical watch party isn’t always possible, however. The good news is that you can still watch your favorite Disney+ content together, even if you can’t all be in the same place. So by streaming on Discord, you can all watch the same show in real-time and discuss it over Discord as you watch. If you’re unsure how to stream Disney Plus on Discord, here’s what you’ll need to do....

If you’d prefer more privacy when you#re opening your email messages, you can turn images on or off in Gmail. By adjusting a few settings, you can stop marketers from spying on you and even avoid the annoying follow-up email from the marketer. The process for turning images on or off in Gmail is straightforward in Gmail’s. We’ll explain how to do it below. How to Turn Images Off in Gmail The easiest way to switch images off in your Gmail message is via your account settings....

When you’re done streaming, you’ll want to be able to quickly disconnect. Thankfully, turning off AirPlay is as simple as turning it on in the first place. Here’s how to turn off AirPlay on your Apple devices. How to Turn Off AirPlay Screen Sharing on Mac Using AirPlay for video on a Mac offers a number of benefits. It’s a quick and easy way to mirror your entire desktop to another device, such as an Apple TV....

Luckily, your iPhone has an easy-to-access setting that you can use to turn off typing sounds. Turning the typing sound off on your iPhone can help when you don’t want to be distracted while typing a text or email. You might not like the sound from the keyboard coming through your AirPods either and want to disable it. If so, here’s how. How to Turn Off Typing Sounds on an iPhone If you want to turn off the typing sound on an iPhone so you’re less distracting to others, disabling it is straightforward....

The most important is to create a PIN or password to stop any unauthorized access. You can then use a keyboard shortcut (Windows key + L) to lock the screen. If you want to try an easier solution, however, you can use Dynamic Lock to automatically lock your PC when you walk away from it. If you’ve never used it before, here’s what you’ll need to do to use Dynamic Lock on Windows 11....

Make Sure You Have the Latest Apple TV Software We covered this before, and the process hasn’t changed. You want your tvOS version to be 9.2. Older versions require you to do the Apple Remote workaround. The latest update adds some great new features, so there isn’t a reason not to update. Setup the Pairing Head on over to Settings > Remotes and Devices. Go ahead and turn on your Bluetooth keyboard and have it in range at this point....