Despite this, people still adopt the attitude of “if it’s online, I can take it.” That’s why a project called Creative Commons is so valuable. It provides images for people to use, with the original creator getting attribution and recognition. No money changes hands, but Creative Commons gives the artist the right to say how their work can be used. What are Creative Commons? Creative Commons was a concept first introduced back in 2001 by Lawrence Lessig....

Getting Started With Plex We have a complete guide on the setup. That article is a bit out of date and uses a Roku as an example, but the basics are the same. Gather your media Without digital content, Plex has little value. You could rip it from a DVD or download content from other sources. Plex supports audio and still pictures but is primarily a video content delivery system. Plex likes movies and TV files in separate folders....

There are several reasons why your Alexa device is unresponsive. However, the good news is that you can try some simple troubleshooting tips to get your device up and running again. We’ll show you what to do if your Alexa device is unresponsive below. Most fixes are straightforward, but others require working through the Alexa app on your phone. 1. Power Cycle Your Alexa Device The number one thing you need to do is ensure the Alexa device is connected to the internet and functioning correctly....

Disney made the announcement via a TV spot available to view below hat features that includes scenes from the movie and key art. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever on Disney Plus While the movie is still available to see in select theaters, the streaming debut provides people an opportunity to watch (or rewatch) the popular Marvel movie from the comfort of their living room. In addition, it allows Disney Plus subscribers to watch the movie as many times as they want....

Not only that, but BLUETTI is also on the hunt for around 15 “BLUETTI Heroes” from around the world to become brand ambassadors and star in their very own documentary. Are You a BLUETTI Hero? This year, BLUETTI is launching the “BLUETTI Heroes” program to encourage its global users to share their experiences of using its wide range of BLUETTI products. Anyone can apply to be a BLUETTI Hero; out of all the applications, around 15 people will be selected to appear in the documentary....

If you want to print your slides, however, then these pre-defined slide sizes are far from ideal. They don’t match up well with the standard sizes of paper that are used in printers, meaning that your printed slides can end up looking like a mess. The good news is that it’s quick and easy to change the size of the slides in your document to be anything you want. We’ll explain how to change slide sizes in Google Slides below....

You may want to decrease its file size, making it easier to upload to a website—the smaller the size, the quicker it loads. It’s a widely known format and supports a huge range of colors (up to 16 million). JPEGs also support variable levels of compression, allowing you to offer more quality in a larger file, or reduce the quality for a smaller file size. While there is good software out there that allows you to convert image files like these, it’s not always necessary....

That’s why it’s important to know how you can analyze your data. For example, you might want to find how many repeating numbers there are in a cell range—or how many unique numbers there are instead. If you want to know how to count unique values in Excel, follow the steps below. How to Quickly Count Values in Excel Do you need a way to quickly count the number of values that are in a data set in Excel?...

If you’ve enabled virtualization in Windows 11, you should be able to create a virtual machine using the Hyper-V Manager. Here’s how. Create a Virtual Machine in Windows 11 Before you begin, make sure virtualization is enabled in your PC’s BIOS/UEFI settings. You’ll also need a PC that is capable of virtualization and has the necessary system resources. To get started, press Start or hit the Windows key on your keyboard....

Automatic login can be convenient if you’re the only user of your Mac or if you trust other people who have access to it. However, it also comes with some serious security risks—anyone can access your files and settings without your permission. If you’re sure you want to proceed, we’ll show you how to turn on automatic login on your Mac below (as well as how to turn it off if you change your mind afterward)....

Macros come with risks—it’s possible for people to create malicious macros that can infect your computer with malware when you open them. That’s why macros are disabled by default in Excel. Turning them back on is simple enough to do, however. Here’s how to enable or disable macros in Excel. What Are Macros? A macro is a set of instructions that tells Excel to perform an action or sequence of actions....

In addition, you can experience slow speeds and unreliable connectivity, or have no connectivity whatsoever. For example, if you’re having an issue connecting to the network, Windows 11 includes a built-in command-line utility that creates a report of the network adapter. If you’re having network connectivity issues, here is how to generate a Wi-Fi report on Windows 11. How to Generate a Wi-Fi Report on Windows 11 After basic troubleshooting, the next step should be generating a Wi-Fi adapter report....

Well, the good news is that you don’t have to throw in the towel and buy an Apple product. It’s possible to get Apple-style emojis right on your Android phone. By installing a keyboard app or font style, you can use iPhone-style emojis from directly within your messaging apps. Here’s how to get iPhone emojis on an Android device. How to Get iPhone Emojis on Android Using a Keyboard App One method of getting iPhone emojis on your Android phone is to install a keyboard app....

It’s no wonder the service is so popular as it includes the entire Disney vault as many shows and films from its many acquisitions. It has everything from Walt Disney classics to movies and shows from Lucasfilm, Marvel Studios, Pixar, National Geographic, and select content from 20th Century Fox and more. Although many were skeptical Disney could pull it off with a service that rivals the king of streaming, Netflix, we have to admit Disney has done an excellent job of execution....

If you have a lot of apps pinned to the taskbar, you might want to hide the search box or display it as just the Search icon to save some room. To find out how to change the appearance of the search box, follow the steps below. How to Hide or Change the Search Box on the Windows 11 Taskbar You can quickly change the search bar functionality on Windows 11 by changing your taskbar settings....

However, you might want to hide your status on Instagram if someone sees you are online but didn’t reply to their post or message. To avoid any awkwardness, you can hide your Instagram online status. It is worth noting, though, that other friends’ online activity status will be hidden from you too. Still, if you want to hide your status on Instagram, follow the steps below to get started....

We’ll show you how to insert a custom header and footer into Microsoft Word. You can then customize it with the information your document needs. Use the Built-In Headers and Footers in Word If you want a quickly add a header or footer to a Word document, you can use one of the preset options. These let you pick a layout for your header or footer. For example, you may wish to use a header or footer with three columns, apply a style that uses color, or format it to include specific details....

While it’s a Microsoft product, it is cross-platform with versions for Windows 10 and 11, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome OS on Chromebooks, and even Linux. With the popularity of Teams continuing to grow, you might need it on your Android phone or tablet. We’ll show you how to install Microsoft Teams on Android below. How to Install Microsoft Teams on Android Since the demand for Teams is rising, you’ll want to get it on all your devices....

There are a couple of ways to determine if your AirPods are charging. You can do this by using the case or using your iPhone to view their charging status. Knowing the status can help you determine if you’re going to take them out for a long trip or not. Let’s look at how to know if your AirPods are charging below. How to Know If Your AirPods are Charging Via the Case One of the easier ways to check if your AirPods are charging at home is via the case by opening the lid....

While you’re listening to your favorite content on Spotify, you might want the adjust the audio to make it louder and sound better. You increase the volume on your device or volume slider on the app, but it might not be enough. Luckily, there are other ways to make Spotify louder and sound better all the time—here’s how. How to Make Spotify Louder One of the ways to adjust audio from Spotify is by setting the volume level....