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This week on PUREinfoTech: Microsoft releases another preview of the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update (build 16237), which is a minor update, but it delivers a slew of improvements and a few small features. Windows 10 build 16232.1004 was also made available as quality update to test the update servicing mechanism for the upcoming major release of the OS. Microsoft has confirmed that the next version of Windows 10 expected to roll out in September won’t include Timeline or cloud-powered clipboard, features which were previously announced as part of the Fall Creators Update....

This week in tech news we covered the release of Google Chrome 11 (stable version), which many people seem to be pretty excited about because of the new feature that translate speech-to-text; also in tech news Facebook is introducing the Send button that according to the company is going to make easier the way to send content to one or more people. In reviews this week I showed you seven different tools that can help you in the really desperate hours when your computer gets infected with malware and your system becomes inoperable, and much more....

For a vast majority of users these days, computers aren’t just productivity-focused tools, but also entertainment-centric gadgets. They are used for listening to music, watching videos, and even playing games. Perhaps this is why a great sound card is essential for any modern-day PC. Although the basic onboard solutions found in most PCs get the job done, you need a dedicated sound card to take your computer’s audio experience to the next level....

The best family cellphone plans will always keep the family connected. Finding the cellphone plan that is perfect for your family may take some research. Every family has different needs. Knowing what your top priority is when it comes to coverage is key to finding the perfect family plan from any provider. If there are senior citizens who you are considering adding to your plan, first look at the best cellphone plans for seniors....

You will need to learn how to Heal your character in The Ascent. This is important in most of the fights that you will take part in the game. It is also necessary otherwise you will just end up dying at every level. So, scroll down and find out how to heal in The Ascent. How to Heal in The Ascent? There are two ways to heal yourself in the game....

One of the newest features to come to Mac with Mountain Lion OS X is the Game Center. If you have an iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad then the Game Center is not new to you – especially since it debuted two years ago on iOS 4. However, if you’re not familiar with it, Game Center is known as “an online multiplayer social gaming network” (source). You can use it to connect with people and challenge them to multiplayer games that support Game Center....

The perk of having the 1 Year Pass for The Division 2 is you get to play the Classified Assignments starting with the bonus missions — Bond Bank. Players can play these mission once every day and there are hidden collectibles as rewards you need to look out for. There are 4 Collectibles and 1 Backpack Trophy in first The Division 2 Classified Assignments. Bond Bank Collectibles & Backpack Trophy Location The newly added Raid DLC from Ubisoft features mission called ‘Bond Bank, multiple secret rooms, extra loot, and farming easy XP to earn....

One of the more fun anti-EV memes is the one that concludes that the grid will collapse under the weight of EVs. They essentially predict a world where everyone switches to an electric car overnight and we’re plunged into a chaotic blackout. Thanks to the power-sucking electric car sitting in our garages, we are doomed to eternal darkness. The reality, though, is less doom and gloom. Will electric vehicles put a strain on the grid once everyone is driving them?...

The release date for the third-person action RPG game The Last Oricru by Prime Matter and GoldKnights is announced. This game, which is scheduled to be released next year, is set in a unique Middle Ages scenario. The game also contains sci-fi aspects and will be released under the new Prime Matter label. In The Last Oricru, enemies do not fight with weapons. They battle with words, with players tasked with determining if they are allies or adversaries....

The first screenshots from the stealth action based on “The Lord of the Rings”, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum has now been released. You can check the first screenshots that were published by the website Gamestar. The studio Daedalic Entertainment has announced The Lord of the Rings: Gollum title is based on the cult fantasy of John Ronald Roel Tolkien The Lord of the Rings back in March 2019. The main character will be Gollum....

Tower of Fantasy is an action and adventure MMORPG game similar to Genshin Impact. You will encounter various NPCs and bosses as you progress further in the game. This game has a very impressive set of combat mechanisms wherein the Wanderer showcases its strength and skills. Apart from offensive strategies, sometimes, it is better to be defensive and wait for the perfect moment to strike. It is possible to dodge incoming enemy attacks....

This new theme free for Windows brings to your desktop backgrounds the gentleness of the turtles and tortoises. Turtles date from 220 million years ago making them more ancient than crocodiles in the group of reptiles. In this collection you’ll enjoy the best close ups for this week when you download these stunning 20 images. From the sweet newborns not even out of their eggs yet, to the older adults in the group of turtles; you’ll find them here on their way to the sea, others sunbathing, and the rest on their way for more adventures....

The “Virtual Villagers” village simulator game series that consists of several real-time strategy games that are designed to be open-ended. The first in the series is “Virtual Villagers: A New Home.” Like the other titles in the series, it contains 16 puzzles for players to solve. Puzzle 15 has proven particularly challenging for some players. In this puzzle, players need to find the buried treasure. How to Solve Puzzle 15 and Find the Treasure The treasure can be found just south of the food bin, between the temple and the bin....

Maybe on your online quests for entertainment you have run into some CBR and CBZ files. After some more clicks, you might have found that those are the two most popular formats for the online distribution of comics and graphic novels. But why? Is there any point in having two more formats on top of everything else, and how can they be used? A bit of history Back in the ancient days of computing, when people were exchanging comics through newsgroups, each page was stored and transferred as a single file, a single image....

This article describes what a DJVU file is, how to open one, and which programs are able to convert one to a more common format like PDF or MOBI. What to Know A DJVU file is a DjVu image. Open one with Sumatra PDF, DocsPal, or another compatible viewer. Convert to PDF, EPUB, MOBI, and others with Calibre, Zamzar, and similar tools. Files randomly renamed to .DJVU are the result of ransomware....

A camera lens filter is an additional piece of glass (or sometimes plastic) that’s mounted at the end of a camera lens (the end that faces the subject) to alter the light that travels through the lens to the image sensor. On DSLR cameras, lens filters are used to achieve a variety of effects. Here’s what you should know about the different types of photography filters. What Is a Lens Filter?...

Microsoft releases a new Surface Book and Surface Pro 4 firmware update for November. The new update is rolling out as “System Firmware Update – 11/18/2015” and users should get it automatically through Windows Update. Noting that both Surface devices share very similar hardware, the “November 18” firmware improves the same areas on both devices, including stability on the UEFI BIOS, and a number of drivers updates. Below you can find all the details on the “System Firmware Update – 11/18/2015” for Surface Book and Surface Pro 4....

The best motivational movies leave you laughing, smiling, and maybe even a little misty-eyed. This collection of inspirational and feel-good films is a tribute to what touching movies do well: motivate, educate, and offer an escape from the daily grind. If you’re ready to celebrate real-life heroes alongside fictional characters that aim to move the needle forward in their own lives or for the greater good, you’re sure to find something on this list....

There are plenty of Spotify alternatives that can offer features (and artists) you can’t get from the green-themed giant. If you’re passionate about music, it’s a great idea to search around and check out some different options. Some options even work out as better value too. We’ve searched through all the Spotify alternatives currently out there and picked out some of the best examples of a different way of music or podcast streaming....

The effects of the smartphone industry on the environment continue to grow, but a recent teardown of the Samsung Galaxy S21 could point us towards a brighter, greener future. Key Takeaways The carbon footprint left behind by smartphone manufacturers is immense.Yearly device releases and hard-to-repair phones only increase the size of that footprint.Making smartphones more repairable could help manufacturers slow down production and decrease device waste. As smartphones have gotten smaller, internal hardware has become more compact, oftentimes leading to pieces being fused together or glued in place....