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There was a time when Skype was the only Voice over IP (or VOIP) service available to the general public. Now Session Initiation Protocol (or SIP) has made VOIP available to businesses and private citizens worldwide. How can you get your piece of the action? In this article we will cover how by using SIP and VOIP hosting services (and in some cases a small amount of hardware, too) you can use your broadband connection to add another landline to your home for nearly free....

Dead pixels and stuck pixels are awful and a total pain to deal with. Your otherwise perfect display is now tainted with an area of black blotchiness; however, it may be fixable. Dead vs. Stuck Pixels Dead pixels themselves are almost always unfixable because all three sub-pixels have gone dark. Also, not enough power is being supplied to the pixel. However, in most cases “stuck” pixels can be fixed! Stuck pixels look nearly identical to dead pixels but are simply pixels that are displaying all three primary colors at the same time....

It is tiring being a Viking. The days are long and arduous and there are dangerous enemies around. Your life is at constant risk from the elements and many a time you have to burn the midnight oil. If only there was a way to make a schedule for the day so that you can get some all-important Nordic beauty sleep. Well since its the medieval times you can’t really craft a watch too....

Many of you may be pretty much amazed to know that you can view saved passwords in Microsoft Edge. Yes, Microsoft Edge has this feature or let’s say the option that helps the user view their saved passwords. Many people save the password for different website so that they don’t have to enter the password again and again but what if you forgot the password. Just chill, here I will show you how to View Saved Passwords in Microsoft Edge....

The Wacky Wizards Gun update is here, and the new ingredient this time is the Gun. Naturally, you must be wondering how to get this item and we’ve listed all the steps right here. How to Get the Gun in Wacky Wizards To get the Gun ingredient in the Wacky Wizards Gun update, you have to make use of the new level system added by the developers. Basically, reach level 9 by collecting ingredients, brewing potions and finding new recipes....

This week on Pureinfotech: Windows 10 version 1909 and version 1903 received new cumulative updates to address a bunch of issues, including problems with File Explorer and USB connectivity. If you’re part of the Windows Insider Program, Microsoft made available Windows 10 build 19555 in the Fast ring with several changes, but not new features. Ahead of the official release, Microsoft also released a preview of the upcoming Xbox One February Update revealing various changes, including a redesigned home screen and improvements to manage games and more....

Returnal focuses a lot on weaponry and defense as it has one of the busiest combats we have seen. The missions are long and lack save points, putting your survivability and combat skills to test. One way to prepare for these long battles is by refilling your health bar as much as you can. Sleeping in Returnal will help you in this aspect. Here’s how. What Does Sleeping Do in Returnal?...

Social media is ruling the world of the Internet at present, and it is an integral driving force that is currently shaping everyone’s life, both from an entertainment point of view as well as from a professional front. The uses and benefits that social media has to offer are as diverse as it can get. People are building entire careers based on social media and are tapping into the abundant resources and utilities that are available today, thanks to the advent of technology and globalization....

When Huawei announced its P30 and P30 Pro models, the latest of its photography-focused series of phones, the time-of-flight camera carried the day. You’ve probably noticed this bit of hardware on more smartphones recently, and the trend isn’t about to stop there any time soon. But what is a time-of-flight camera, and how does it work? What Is a Time-of-flight Camera? A Time-of-flight (ToF) camera is a standard feature appearing on several recently released smartphones....

Did you know there’s an alternative to Microsoft Office on the iPad? In fact, Apple’s iWork suite of office apps is completely free for anyone who bought an iPhone or iPad in the last few years. And that makes them some of the must-have apps to download on your new iPad. The best part about the iWork suite is the interoperability with your laptop or desktop. If you have a Mac, you can load up desktop versions of the apps and share work between your computer and your tablet....

This week on PUREinfoTech: Microsoft quietly rolled out a small security update for the Windows 10 Creators Update, and the company made the ISO files for Windows 10 build 14986 available for download for anyone wanting to do a clean install of the operating system. In the latest test preview of Windows 10, Microsoft is also testing a new reset experience that will not only reinstall the operating system, but it will also install the latest updates....

This week in tech we covered some “how to’s” for WordPress beginners like how to connect a WordPress site using Adobe Dreamweaver CS5 and how to upload and download files using the FTP software FileZilla. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner we have some great Windows 7 Themes to start decorating your desktop. In tech news Microsoft has already made available the latest Internet Explorer 9 Release Candidate (RC), so now with this more stable version of IE9 users can download, and start getting a real feeling of what is coming in the next release of IE....

While Solid-state drives, or SSDs, have become significantly cheaper in the last few years, these 2.5-inch SSDs are now being superseded by PCI Express-based NVMe SSDs. The new solid state drives are much more compact (8×2.2 cm) and slot right onto the motherboard through the M.2 slot. Not only are these M.2 drives faster and more compact, they also obviate the need for unwieldy power and data cables. The prices of NVMe SSDs have fallen sharply over the past year to the point they are only marginally more expensive than their relatively slower 2....

While the best body cameras have certainly become more commonplace among law enforcement, there are plenty of good options available for the civilian market as well. Many states and cities have laws allowing body camera footage to be admissible in court, which has made them popular among anyone who may need to document their version of events. Body cameras can also be used for generic recording and live streaming. The best body cam should have a durable, compact design, good video resolution, and long battery life so it doesn’t need to be frequently recharged....

If you love cheap PC games, it’s always a good idea to make sure you buy from reputable, authorized sources. We’ve covered the reasons why you shouldn’t use grey market sites, but what about places that sell games for cheap and are also worthy of your time and money? Thankfully, there are legitimate sites out there where you can pick out games that are priced cheap. Here’s a selection of sites worth your time....

It’s possible to play classic Nintendo games like Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda on your phone or tablet thanks to the dozens of NES emulators for Android. You can even play games that use the NES zapper gun such as Duck Hunt. These NES emulators are available for Android phones and tablets. Check the system requirements for individual apps to determine if they are compatible with your device....

Investing in one of the best smart home security systems is a fantastic way to secure peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Besides acting as a potential deterrent, these systems are a great way to keep an eye on your children or pets when you’re outside of arms reach. When you’re looking to set up a home security system that integrates seamlessly into your smart home, there are a number of factors to consider....

If you own a smartwatch that runs Wear (formerly Android Wear), Google’s operating system tailor-made for wearables, chances are you’re on the lookout for some solid apps. We’ve covered some of the best overall downloads for Wear users in a previous post. Here, we take a deeper dive into apps that help you leverage your smartwatch to stay fit and keep up tabs on your workout data. A Good Starting Point: Google Fit Google Fit comes pre-installed on all new Android phones, and if you have a Wear device you can choose to use Google Fit as the main fitness app on your smartwatch....

If you are looking for the achievement and trophies list for The Outer Worlds, you are at the right place. In this guide, we will show you all the unlockable achievements and trophies that you can get to as you progress. Let’s take a look at all of them. Achievements and Trophies in The Outer Worlds Note that not all of these will be available in the main story. For some, you have to do some extra tasks....

Making friends and building a romantic relationship in Sims 4 can be tedious. There are certain requirements to build friendship in Sims 4, but what if you have a shortcut for doing this. Some cheats can help you to turn any Sim as your best friend or build a romantic relationship with the virtual character. So here are some Sims 5 instant friendship and romance cheat you can use on PC, Mac, PS4 and Xbox One....