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This week Acer, the Taiwanese computer vendor, announced that the new Acer Aspire R7 laptop and the Aspire P3 Ultrabook, both run Intel’s processors and full version of Windows 8. Intel unveiled Iris and Iris Pro graphic processors, Windows 8.1 build 9385 leaked online, learn how to enable Facebook Trusted Contacts feature and a lot more. Welcome to Pureinfotech: Tech Recap edition. Each weekend I will bring you a compilation of articles of the week, including how-to guides, features, tech news, and more....

This week on Pureinfotech: Microsoft begins rolling out the first Anniversary Update preview for Xbox One bringing Cortana voice commands to the console, updates on social media, various other improvements, and a unified Xbox and Windows Store. If you want to try the test version of the new operating system, you can follow these instructions to get the update on your console. At E3 2016, we’re expecting the game industry to get together to unveil new game titles and what’s coming on each platform, and Microsoft is also expected to make a big splash with huge announcements....

This week in tech I reviewed a couple of great applications to continue getting the most out of the Windows experience: Fences, is a really useful application from Stardock that can organize all your files, folders and icons on your Windows desktop into areas that you can easily customize. So, if you are tired of spending too much time looking for a file through a cluttered desktop, this is definitely an application to check out....

Do you want to make sure Mom receives the appreciation she deserves on Mother’s Day? Send hugs and love virtually with a free Mother’s Day e-card straight to her inbox. No matter her style, these picks offer options for customizing with a heartfelt message for that special mom or moms in your life, including stepmoms, grandmas, wives, sisters, and daughters. You can find a larger selection of free e-cards on our list of the best free e-card websites....

If you play guitar, there are some cool accessories for your iPad. The iPad can enhance or replace a multi-effects package, complement a pedalboard, or serve as a recording platform through Garage Band or a similar Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). These apps and devices will have you playing guitar through your iPad like a pro. Line 6 AmpliFi FX100 There are a number of apps, such as AmpliTube, that can turn an iPad into a guitar effects processor, but these apps tend to be geared toward practice....

VLC is a well-known media player of stored audio and video files, but did you know that you can do so much more with the program? For instance, you can record your screen or listen to podcasts. In this article we look at some of the most useful tips and tricks for VLC Media Player so that you can make the most out of using it. Getting Started Before we start showing you what VLC can do, we need to mention a few things....

The Callisto Protocol is a survival-horror video game that revolves around the protagonist, Jacob Lee. Set in the year 2320, you will be surrounded by hordes and a plethora of monsters. As not many gameplay mechanics are explained in the game, the combat feels pretty vague. Having said that, the melee combat can get a bit confusing at times too. So, you might be needing some extra help or tips for this monstrous journey....

Network routers, switches, and hubs are standard components of wired Ethernet networks. These devices have several things in common. All are small, boxy electronic devices made of plastic or metal that enable communication between devices via Internet Protocol. Plus, they have physical ports for electrical power, network device connections, and LED lights for status displays. Given these similarities, routers, switches, and hubs may appear identical at first, but they have important distinctions....

When OS X was first released, the Finder gained a handy toolbar located across the top of the Mac’s Finder window. The Finder toolbar is usually populated with a collection of useful tools, such as the forward and back arrows, view buttons for changing how the Finder window displays data, and other goodies. You probably know that you can customize the Finder toolbar by adding tools from a palette of options, but you may not know that you can also customize the Finder toolbar with items that aren’t included in the built-in palette....

Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy captures the very heart of the iconic pirates turned heroes in Square Enix’s latest superhero game, even if it doesn’t always stick the landing. Key Takeaways Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy combines the iconic Marvel superheroes with fun and action-filled gameplay.The game completely captures the heart and soul of the Guardians, down to the banter between the story’s main protagonists.A strong story, beautiful environments, and outstanding character design often are dragged down by the game’s underwhelming combat sequences and weird quick-time events....

The days of the home page may have faded in recent times, with the death of services like iGoogle, but that does not mean nobody wants this type of functionality any longer. There is still a place for the ability to centralize all of the things you care about in one location, making it a breeze to check news, sports results, weather, email and more. Yahoo, as opposed to killing this feature as others have been doing, is choosing to move in the opposite direction, announcing that it has been busy revamping and improving its My Yahoo home pages for all customers who wish to take advantage of the service....

Some camera problems are complex and may require shipping your camera to a repair center. Other problems, however, are easy to fix, if you know what to do. Camera Won’t Power On The most common cause of this problem is the battery. The battery could be drained, inserted improperly, plagued by dirty metal contacts, or malfunctioning. Verify the battery is fully charged and the battery compartment is free of grime and particles that could interfere with the metal contacts....

Python is one of the best general purpose programming languages. Entire sites like Instagram, Reddit and Mozilla have been built on it. It is also heavily used in machine learning, data analytics, cloud infrastructure & DevOps, and several other applications. Simplicity, clear syntax and short codes set Python apart from other high-level languages. For all you learners out there, we have compiled a list of comprehensive online Python tutorial sites that remain absolutely free....

HELIOS has made it possible to use your PS3 as a server capable of harnessing the console’s powerful Cell processor. With a little effort, your PlayStation 3 can not only run games and movies in HD but also act as a commercially viable Linux server. In 2010, Sony released a patch for the PlayStation 3 firmware that prevents Linux and other operating systems from running on the console. This article is for historical reference....

If a hard drive crashes and takes your data with it or a power surge fries your computer, you may be worried about your iTunes library — especially if you’ve got a ton of music, movies, and other downloaded content. There are lots of ways to get your data back, from restoring from backup or repairing your hardware. But if you’ve got an iPhone, iPad, or iPod, you may be able to restore most or all of your iTunes library right from your device....

A Binary code has the digits 0 and 1 and together, it can convey a secret message. Surprisingly, there’s a Binary code in Wacky Wizards and it can be confusing if you don’t know how to decode it. Look no further, we’ve put it through a Binary translator so scroll below to know what it says. What is the meaning of the Wacky Wizards Binary Code Message? When you go to the hidden location, you will see this Binary Code in Wacky Wizards....

This week on Pureinfotech: In anticipation for the next release of Windows 10, recently we looked into the seven best features coming with version 1809. Microsoft outs three previews for Windows 10, including build 17733 and build 17735 as part of the Redstone 5 development, and build 18214, which is the second preview belonging to the 19H1 development. However, all these three builds are simply minor updates without new features or big visual improvements....

Usually abbreviated as BSOD, the Blue Screen of Death is the blue, full-screen error that often displays after a very serious system crash. This term is really just the popularized name for what is technically called a stop message or stop error. The example here on this page is a BSOD as you might see one in Windows 8 or newer. Earlier versions of Windows had a somewhat less friendly appearance....

What Is the Dot? The Dot is a speaker, some microphones, and other computer hardware built into a compact form factor at a basic level. Previous versions were about the size of a fat hockey puck and available in a limited variety of fabric colors. That still holds mostly true, but now the Dot has an entirely new look with rounded edges and a fabric surround. It kind of looks like a tiny bowling ball these days....

Anyone who uses email encounters spam, also known as junk mail. At the very least, it fills inboxes and takes up valuable time; at its worst, it tricks unsuspecting recipients into divulging private information or sending money to an unknown party. Spam is so pervasive that most email providers supply spam-reporting and blocking tools. What Are Some Examples of Spam? Unless you use filters judiciously, there’s a good chance your inbox contains at least a bit of spam right now....