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This article will discuss email jargon and help you understand what many of the email features you encounter are for. What Does CC Mean? CC stands for Carbon Copy. When you type someone’s address in this field, you’ll send a copy of your email to them. This applies to any email tech you might be using. The term comes from the days when communicating through paper was extremely common. Everyone made copies of documents by placing a sheet of carbon paper between two sheets of regular paper....

Cryptojacking is a bit like ransomware, but stealthy and potentially worth more money to the criminals that use it. While ransomware takes your data hostage until you pay the ransom, cryptojacking uses your computer or phone’s resources to mine cryptocurrencies like Monero or Ethereum. You may never know that it is there. The only thing you might notice is that your computer isn’t working as well or fast as it used to....

Before Smartphones We Had Touch! You may immediately think “smartphone” whenever someone mentions a touch screen, but this wasn’t the case back when Facebook Touch was created in 2009. The first iPhone and Android phones had only been out for a year or two, so most mobile users didn’t have touchscreen smartphones. It wasn’t at all clear which mobile operating systems would come out on top, but social media was already widely popular....

However, there are occasions where a few extra features would make the text editor much more useful without being overkill. Microsoft Word is what I would consider overkill as it’s mainly a word processor, not a text editor. In this article, I’m going to mention 10 of the most popular alternatives to Notepad and why they can make your life a bit easier. Notepad++ Notepad++ is probably the most popular text editor that is used outside of Notepad....

We’ve listed some of the best movies to watch on HBO Max right now. Action/Adventure/Thriller Get all the excitement you want from the comfort of your own home. 1. Everything Batman HBO Max has cornered the Batman market. There are dozens of Batman movies for you to watch, from The Dark Knight to an impressive array of Batman animated shows. Don’t miss Joaquin Phoenix as The Joker terrorizing the citizens of Gotham....

We chose twenty-five of the best movies on Hoopla right now, one in each of the genres below. Action & Adventure Animation & Cartoons Biography Children’s Classics Comedy Crime Documentary Drama Educational Faith & Inspiration Family Health & Fitness History Horror Indie Music Musicals Mystery Romance Science Sci-Fi & Fantasy Sports Suspense/Thriller Westerns

These gifts range from those suitable for a giftee who just wants to dabble in some mild nostalgia, to those that are very serious about their old-school retro gaming experience. Either way, there’s something here for everyone. NES & SNES Classic Nintendo has one of the best retro game catalogues of any company. If you already own one of their mainline consoles, it’s generally pretty easy to get access to their classic titles....

If you also find the idea of someone (or rather something) else doing your job for you appealing, have a look at this list of the best Facebook Messenger bots for business. We found some of the best Messenger bots out there that you can use as examples if you’re looking to create your own. What’s a Facebook Messenger Bot? Facebook Messenger bot, or Facebook chatbot is an automated messaging software powered by AI that converses with people....

Timers are everywhere, but if you’re looking for a distraction-free, quick timer for your tasks, you could use a free online timer. Thousands of these exist, all with fairly similar features, but with some surprises to help you track your time. If you’re looking for an online timer clock to use, here are a few options for you to try. Timerdoro The Pomodoro free online timer is a classic, designed as a way to clear through tasks in 25-minute cycles, with short breaks afterward....

Occasionally, the phone lands on its back, but the protective phone case keeps it from getting scratched or dented. Other times, the phone will fall face down and you’re not sure whether the screen is cracked or shattered. With a screen protector, you can save yourself from the potential heartache of a shattered glass face. Below you’ll find a selection of the best screen protectors for Android and iPhone that will keep your phone free from scratches, marks, or cracks....

A karaoke app is very convenient as you don’t have to look for lyrics separately on your smartphone or tablet. Once you download the app, you can simply plug in your mic and the sound system, pick a song, and sing along. We compared different options and selected the best free karaoke software for Windows 10 that you can try for free. 1. PCDJ Karaoke Software Price: Free trial version with limited functionality, then $99....

Scheduling an Uber in advance has many benefits, but if you’ve never used Uber before it may prove a little tricky. Learn how to use Scheduled Rides on Uber as well as what to do if it appears that you can’t schedule your ride. Why Schedule an Uber in Advance? If you’ve planned to attend an event or a meeting, scheduling an Uber ride in advance might save you time and worries....

This guide will break down the difference between Chromecast and Android TV to help you understand how they differ and decide which of the two is the right choice for your streaming needs. What is Chromecast? Originally, Chromecast was a USB-powered dongle that plugged into your TV’s HDMI port that enabled streaming. Now, however, the name refers more to the branding. While there are still Chromecast dongles available for purchase, the service is built-in to more modern televisions–no dongle required....

There are thousands of subreddits, and while there isn’t an official directory, you’ll come across interesting subreddits the more time you spend on the site. You can also discover new subreddits by visiting r/all, r/popular, or r/random. When you find a subreddit you like, don’t forget to subscribe to it! Best Relationship Advice Subreddits Advice forums abound on Reddit. Here are five popular relationship advice subreddits where you can ask for (and dish out) some advice about personal interactions....

It only takes a minute to include names when you add faces to Google Photos. Plus, you can do it on the Google Photos website or in the mobile app. Turn on the Group Similar Faces Feature When you visit the Explore or Search section of Google Photos, you should see faces display across the top. This is where you can start adding names to those faces. If you don’t see those photos, enable the face grouping feature....

There are a few methods to do this, from simple to advanced. You’ll learn every way to do it in this article. Create a Drop Down List in Excel: Simple Method The easiest way to create a dropdown list in Excel is by entering the list manually. This is ideal for situations where you only need a dropdown list in a single cell and you don’t need to update it frequently....

Downloading Reddit videos isn’t as easy as downloading videos from other websites, but it’s still possible (if you have the right tools). If you want to download Reddit videos onto your PC or Mac, here’s what you’ll need to do. Is It Legal to Download Reddit Videos? Before you start downloading Reddit videos, you should check that you’re allowed to do so. Reddit, like all online platforms, is subject to copyright laws....

On a 4K or WQHD (2560×1440) monitor, the high-resolution images look absolutely great. The feature is called Windows Spotlight and it’s an option in the Windows 10 Lock Screen settings dialog. The only problem is that there is no easy or quick way to download the images to your computer. Nor is there any way to use the Windows Spotlight feature for your desktop wallpaper. You can choose from Slideshow, but it requires you to point to a folder with pictures....

Of course, going to an all-digital world doesn’t change standard behavior. People still want to goof off while in meetings and in class, whether they’re over Zoom, Skype, or in-person. It can be hard to fake paying attention in a Zoom meeting. After all, the video service could notoriously snitch on you when you weren’t paying attention due to its “attention tracking” feature. If you clicked away from the Zoom window for more than half a minute, it tattled....

These are settings in Spotify such as boosting bass or treble, selecting audio settings for different types of music, and changing the overall volume level. This article on how to make Spotify louder is written for those using the Spotify app on iOS. You’ll need Spotify Premium to change these settings. How to Make Spotify Louder Once you open Spotify, find the gear symbol in the top right corner, which is where you’ll find your settings....