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On the main screen, you can click the “Extend Partition Wizard” link on the left sidebar to start the wizard. It will show a new window asking if you want to extend the system partition (C:) or other hard drive partition. You can then follow the step-by-step guide to complete the partition extending process. The Disk/Partition copy is also one useful feature. It can create a complete clone of your existing disk/partition so you can restore to it in the event that your main hard disk crashes....

For example, by partitioning your hard drive, you can dual boot multiple operating systems simultaneously (e.g. Windows 8 and Linux). Fortunately partitioning your hard drive in Windows 8 is very easy. Shrinking an Existing Partition Right-click the bottom-right corner of the screen and select “Disk Management.” Disk Management is a built-in utility in Windows that lets you configure and partition your hard drive. To create a new partition, you must have unallocated (unformatted) space....

Following a beta test that began in autumn, Passkeys are now available as part of Chrome 108 in Windows, Mac and Android. Sites that support Passkey login can now request logins via the physical USB security key, via your fingerprint, or via another nearby iOS for Android device. “Passkeys are a significantly safer replacement for passwords and other phishable authentication factors. They cannot be reused, don’t leak in server breaches, and protect users from phishing attacks,” Google wrote in a Chromium blog post this week....

Previously, there was an official Windows tool called “Steady State” which did the same exact thing, but the software was abandoned by Microsoft for some reason. Here is how you can use Reboot Restore Rx to reset your computer on every reboot. What is Reboot Restore Rx Reboot Restore Rx is a simple lightweight and free software that can restore your computer to an automatically predefined restore point. That way, no matter what changes the user has made to the system, including any installations and modifications, Reboot Restore will automatically reset your Computer to the baseline settings on every reboot....

I love the always available convenience of Google Reader and the fact that I can take all my feeds with me wherever I go but I’ll have to admit that I’m not really a big fan of the user interface and I’m sure if the Google engineers sit together for a night or so, they can probably even come up with a better interface. Till that happens, however, I’ve decided to use this wonderful add-on for Chrome, my browser of choice, that super-charges Google Reader into something incredible....

PDF is perhaps the most popular format for file downloads and viewing. That’s because this format can be handled on all kinds of devices without hardware, software, or operating system constraints. The security and portability of this file format have also contributed a tremendous boost to its popular use. However, just like any other file format, PDF is also susceptible to threats of data corruption. Should you encounter problems opening a PDF file, chances are it may be corrupted....

At first glance, Rekonq’s interface design looks very similar to Google Chrome, and like Chrome, Rekonq has the Webkit layout engine at its core. Webkit, originally developed by Apple, is actually derived from KHTML, the layout engine for Konqueror. To make matters more confusing, KDE developers began working on Webkit with talks of replacing KHTML in Konqueror. That did not occur, but Rekonq has managed to bring Webkit to KDE via an entirely new browser experience....

Sometimes they are system files, although not especially crucial to the functioning of the machine on a UNIX level. That said, they are best not played around with by a non-expert user either way. So why would you ever want to reveal them for editing anyway? Well, perhaps you are an expert user; in certain circumstances you might want to edit the .htaccess file, for example. And you might also need to see the hidden trash folder in a volume to see what files are lurking in there before you empty the trash or figure out why they are not deleting when you do so....

In fact, it’s becoming increasingly common for websites to host their own pastebins. It can give you more freedom. There are many open source pastebin implementations; in researching this article, I came across at least twenty pastebin projects in active development. I tested a few of their online demos and settled on using Stikked for its advanced features and streamlined user interface. Stikked is built with PHP and jQuery and uses the CodeIgniter framework....

The Pi Zero is a fantastic little computer, supposing, of course, you can get your hands on one. Stocks are still quite limited despite massive amounts of recent production. With the Zero and its compact size, you now have the very real potential to take your retro gaming experience on the road with a portable device. But there are lots of upsides and downsides you have to know before that dream comes true....

The biggest change to the Safari app is tabbed browsing, but it’s only available on the iPad where it has the landscape to pull lit off. This very much emulates the same tabbed browsing that you’ll find in the Mac version of Safari. Instead of having to flip back and forth through websites that you currently have open, they can now be left open in tabs. New tabs can be initiated by touching the plus sign next to the current tab....

We’ve been covering some incredible deals so far, but Samsung has blown us out of the water with this incredible bundled deal. The company is offering a 20% discount when you buy three selected home appliances, or 15% off when you buy two. This is perfect for anyone that’s been looking to upgrade their home setup, and since the appliances included in this deal are so varied – including washing machines, vacuum cleaners, dishwashers and more – there should be something for everybody....

What Makes a Computer Consume More Power? Most high-end systems boast energy-saving features, but even with those measures in place, you might be startled by how much such a computer consumes when it’s most active. While you can’t make a practical reduction in a computer’s power consumption when you use it intensely, you can still lower the amount of power it consumes when you’re using it casually, or when you’re off the PC....

Since the vulnerability is affecting almost all the Windows systems, it is rated as critical by Microsoft, and it is recommended to update your Windows system as soon as possible to stay secure and safe from any possible exploitations. In case you are wondering, this new bug in the Windows system is much like Heartbleed – a serious vulnerability found in OpenSSL which exposes the cryptographic keys and other sensitive information....

Lock it in When you are sharing documents, there are times when you want to ensure that nothing in the document is changed. Even when you are viewing the document yourself, the same may apply. For example, to prevent an accidental change or mistake. To receive a prompt before making a change to a document, or to prevent such from being possible with a shared document, it may be best for you to lock it up....

Our Opinion Alex feels like it would be difficult to avoid targeting kids with ads, noting it’s not as if they’re free from advertising on traditional media, such as television. He points to them even being targeted in the grocery story, and anyone who has walked down a breakfast cereal aisle with a child can back that up. “While the initial read might be that tracking kids online is somehow morally bad, it’s not immediately obvious to me why it would be such a major problem....

Introduction Unlike some electric blanket manufacturers, Silentnight specialises in all things to do with beds, so it’s no wonder that its Yours & Mine Dual Control Electric Blanket ticks many boxes. Washable, easy to use and with two controls, so each sleeper can choose their preferred heat, it’s the perfect solution for a cosy bed throughout winter without blowing the budget. It’s available in two sizes – double (the size I tested) and king – so, sadly, super-king mattress owners are out of luck....

So Much More Than Just a Text Editor TextWrangler is not as feature-rich as full word processors. It’s light, and it handles plain and simple text without all the formatting bells and whistles. Sometimes you don’t need those extra loads. But there are several advantages of TextWrangler compared to other plain-text editors. 1. Code Color Highlighter Not everybody is a coder, but many people today do blogs. And blogging needs light code editing once in a while....

The deal is for the 40mm model, which comes with Bluetooth connectivity to your smartphone. You can also grab it in grey, gold and silver too. Samsung is also offering a £75 Adidas voucher with this purchase, which you can redeem after the fact. Can’t say fairer than that. The Galaxy Watch 5 received a 4-star review from Trusted Reviews during the summer. We praised it for being the best example of Wear OS 3, the new and improved sleep tracking, the good battery life and the accurate heart rate monitor....

Apple’s phones are always pricey, and they tend to hold their value extremely well. That’s why it’s taken more than a year for the iPhone 13 to drop to reasonable price on contract. Head on over to Fonehouse now and you’ll find the iPhone 13 on a 24 month Three contract deal for £35 per month, with no up front cost. This will get you 100GB of data per month, as well as unlimited texts and minutes....