Plex Will Use ChatGPT to Make Your Music Playlists

ChatGPTreally took the world by storm, and now seemingly everyone is rushing to add generative AI features. Because yes, of course, just like regular ChatGPT, this works with prompts. It’s by far not the first music app to try out its luck with AI. Jason Montoya / How-To Geek This update to Plexamp should roll out to everyone within the next few weeks. Plex

May 4, 2023 · 1 min · 64 words · Kristen Wilkins

What Is DOCSIS, and Why Does It Matter When Modem Shopping?

Quick Links Summary DOCSIS is the cable modem communication standard. What Is DOCSIS? It’s no hyperbole to say that DOCSIS is the heart of the modern cable broadband experience. Corbin Davenport / How-To Geek What’s the Difference Between DOCSIS Versions? Here’s a quick overview of the progression from DOCSIS 1.0 to the present. What Is DOCSIS 1.0/1.1? This dependable and popular option from the Arris Surfboard lineup is perfect for cable internet subscribers with any subscription tier at or below 800 Mbps, which is the majority of cable broadband users in the United States....

May 4, 2023 · 2 min · 353 words · Jonathan Torres

Windows 11 Update Fails After a Restart? 6 Ways to Fix

Did your Windows 11 system update fail to install after you rebooted your PC? Don’t worry; it’s a common problem, and the fixes are relatively easy. Here are a few ways to handle this glitch on your machine. Hannah Stryker / How-To Geek Sometimes, it’s one of these causes that creates the problem. Other times, it’s a combination of several items that causes the issue. An inactive or unstable connection can cause your updates to fail....

May 4, 2023 · 2 min · 423 words · Patrick Reynolds

Windows 11's File Explorer Is Getting a New Details Pane

There’s now another change on the way. The View menu/toggle button in the command bar can similarly be used for accessing the preview pane. This modernized pane will replace the legacy details pane in File Explorer." Microsoft The details pane hasn’t changed much sincethe days of Windows Vista and Windows 7. Source:Windows Insider Blog

May 4, 2023 · 1 min · 54 words · Mary Davis

Don't Overlook These 10 Useful Wi-Fi Router Features

Here are some tweaks and features you should take advantage of now. Updating the firmware on your routerhas numerous benefits, including patching security vulnerabilities and overall internet optimization. Your internet connection is a road. Jordan Gloor / How-To Geek Quality of Service rules function like a traffic cop, identifying and directing the traffic. How QoS rules work varies from router to router. On some routers, you might set QoS rules for devices, prioritizing everything that happens on that unit....

May 3, 2023 · 2 min · 305 words · William Wise

Galaxy S22 Ultra Drops to a New All-Time-Low Price, Plus More Deals

Quick Links It’s officially May! To kick off the new month, we’ve uncovered a mountain of fantastic deals on top-tier products. Look no further than theDot Echo (5th generation), which was released in late 2022. Samsung and Amazon Best of all, you’re free to pick one up today for its lowest price yet. Samsung

May 3, 2023 · 1 min · 54 words · Chad Taylor

Google Accounts Can Now Use Passkeys Instead of Passwords

Some platforms can synchronize your passkeys to the cloud,such as 1Password. it’s possible for you to enable Passkeys for your account by visitingg.co/passkeys. Google

May 3, 2023 · 1 min · 24 words · Lisa Erickson

Google TV Is Getting Smarter About App Storage

Google TV now also supports app bundles. It can reduce apps' storage space by up to 25%, which is pretty considerable. Those are not the only two changes being added. Jordan Gloor / How-To Geek

May 3, 2023 · 1 min · 35 words · Michelle Morgan

How to Detect and Remove a Keylogger From Your Computer

Quick Links Summary Reliable and up-to-date antivirus software is your best defense against keyloggers. Keyloggers can get onto your setup and mobile gear in a variety of ways and for several different reasons. What is a Keylogger? Jason Montoya / How-To Geek Keyloggers are often associated with infection by othertypes of malware, but not always. Keylogging software is not illegal, but how they are used can be. Keylogging Software vs. Hardware There are two main types of keyloggers: software and hardware....

May 3, 2023 · 2 min · 331 words · Jasmine Dalton

How to Open Sticky Notes on Startup in Windows 11

Do you wantthe Sticky Notes appto automatically start when youturn on your Windows 11 PC? If so, you have multiple methods to make that happen. Let’s get started. Hannah Stryker / How-To Geek Windows 11 will remember your choice and launch the app on your PC’s startup. Windows 11 automatically loads all the items that are here in this folder when you turn on your machine. To do that, first, open a “Run” dialog box by pressing Windows+R....

May 3, 2023 · 2 min · 347 words · Mary Mcdowell

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wired Gaming Mouse Review: No Fuss Solution

In this review, you’ll learn more about the wired version we received from HyperX. However, both mouse versions are the same except for how they receive power. Our sister site, Review Geek,reviewed the wireless version of the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2. Hannah Stryker / How-To Geek Like many of thebest gaming micetoday, the Pulsefire Haste 2 features six buttons. A middle press the top serves as a fast DPI switcher....

May 3, 2023 · 3 min · 433 words · Eric Chavez

Microsoft Lists Just Got a Massive Update

Microsoft Listsis a solid alternative to Asana and Trello for anyone in theMicrosoft 365ecosystem. And now, it’s getting even better, with the introduction of new features and a few changes. For starters, the biggest improvement Microsoft is touting here is related to the speed of the platform. Microsoft

May 3, 2023 · 1 min · 48 words · Kristin Brewer

Microsoft Outlook and Teams Will Force Links to Open in Edge

In the meantime, a change is rolling out that definitely isn’t an improvement. Microsoft announced an upcoming to change to Outlook in the Microsoft 365 admin center. The same behavior is planned for links in Microsoft Teams “in the future.” Microsoft told The Verge in a statement that there will be a setting to turn off the behavior. The email will open in the Outlook app in the Edge sidebar....

May 3, 2023 · 1 min · 119 words · Anthony Harris