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The last two have absolutely nothing to do with lag. In fact, poor frame rates have everything to do with your computer and not complications with the network, namely high ping, which is what causes lag. Most gamers still have no understanding of the actual cause for the lag that they’re grumbling about. This happens so often that even the definition has been altered to fit, calling a drop in frames as “local lag” and combining the occurences to simply mean “a noticeable decrease in application speed, due to extreme network congestion or insufficient processing power....

You could install any free music production software to get started, but you don’t have to download music sequencer software if you don’t want to. Choose one of the online tools from the list below. 1. Audiotool (Free) Audiotool is an audio production suite that’s free. It offers a simulated audio production environment with virtual replicas of many popular instruments and studio gadgets. Audiotool uses a modular design that lets you hook up its synthesizers and pedals to create the sound you want....

1. MyNetDiary Available on: iOS, Android Price: Basic – Free, Premium – $60/year Top Features: Over 1,117,000 foods, full nutrition facts, barcode scanner, built-in GPS workout tracker, grocery shopping tools, dark mode, ad-free basic version, diabetic version. Arguably the best overall calorie tracking app in the list, MyNetDiary has all the variety anyone needs, plus the professional verified foods and diet library. Like all the top apps, MyNetDiary works with almost any fitness tracker or app, and Apple Watch....

However, eBay isn’t always the best option. Whether you’re unhappy with eBay’s poor customer service or scared of falling for one of the numerous buyer and seller scams, there are plenty of alternatives that you can use. Here are some of the best online auction sites that specialize in different categories of products that you can try. Etsy Etsy is an online auction site that’s basically an eBay for arts and crafts....

I previously wrote about how you can setup dual monitors in Windows, but that requires a second monitor. Luckily, with some ingenious software, you can use your older iPads (2nd, 3rd, or 4th generation), iPad Airs (1 & 2), or iPad Pros as a second screen or second monitor to your Mac or Windows PC. This basically involves installing an app on your iPad and on your computer and then connecting the two directly using either a lightning cable or 30-pin cable (dock connector)....

That being said, VGA is far from extinct. While the older interface is gradually being phased out, many devices still use VGA ports, making it important to understand its strengths and limitations. So here is a primer on the differences and features of the VGA and HDMI interfaces. Introduction to VGA and HDMI VGA (Video Graphics Array) is a display interface designed by IBM for computer monitors back in 1987....

What is Vibe Coding? Vibe coding is an AI-dependent programming technique where you describe what you want in natural language and an AI model generates the actual code for you. The term was introduced by Andrej Karpathy, a co-founder of OpenAI and former AI leader at Tesla, in February 2025 on X. It quickly gained popularity and was recently added to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary as a “slang & trending” noun. Karpathy described his approach as “fully giving in to the vibes” where “it’s not really coding – I just see stuff, say stuff, run stuff, and copy-paste stuff, and it mostly works”....

They’re still soft keys today. Operating systems (OS) and programs can tie into them so that the keys will initiate specific functions. Over the years, though, software developers have unofficially standardized them. Because of this, the functions keys will often do the same thing, regardless of what operating system or program you are using. Not always, but often. Let’s look at what each function key does in Windows. The F1 Key – Help is on the Way Anytime you have a question or a problem with the program you’re in, your first step should be to press the F1 key....

With the rise of instant messaging apps, you can expect more of the short abbreviations like GG, NSFW, and HMU pop up all over the internet. Start by learning what SMH means and how to use it before it catches you off guard. What Is SMH? SMH stands for shaking my head or shake my head. It’s used to express disapproval, frustration, disappointment, or disbelief, depending on the context. Most commonly it’s used in texts or chat when someone says or does something you don’t approve of, and you’re looking for a quick and efficient way to express your emotions....

There’s nothing worse than a technology buzzword when it comes to gaming consoles. You may be old enough to remember the console wars where terms like “blast processing” and how many “bits” a console had, dominated the conversation around these devices. Marketers love simple numbers where more is better. It means a potential buyer can look at two products and pick the one with higher numbers, even if they don’t really understand what those numbers mean....

Catfishing is a complex phenomenon that can be hard to spot. It’s a form of identity fraud where a person (or group of people) create a fake online persona and then target individuals, trying to start a (usually) romantic online relationship with them. The results of a catfishing scam can be devastating, but if you know the signs you could save yourself a lot of heartache. What Is “Catfishing”? It seems that the origin of the word “catfishing” to describe this unique type of internet fraud originally comes from a documentary titled Catfish....

Facebook Watch is a free video-on-demand service that Facebook users can use for streaming premium content, as well as sharing their own videos with the community. Facebook Watch also allows you to throw virtual parties with your Facebook friends. Find out how to use Facebook Watch and how to get the most out of this service. What Is Facebook Watch? Facebook Watch is a streaming service integrated with Facebook, like Messenger or Marketplace....

Adding a contact on WhatsApp requires scanning the person’s QR code or saving their phone number to your device. The new feature allows you to add WhatsApp contacts without saving their phone number to your device. Users can toggle the new “Sync contact to phone” option on the contact creation/addition screen to save contacts exclusively to WhatsApp or locally on their devices. Contacts saved to WhatsApp are securely encrypted and saved within the platform using WhatsApp’s new Identify Proof Linked Storage (IPLS) technology....

Thankfully, the internet can make this a bit easier. Plenty of websites either cater to finding vegan food or can be used to filter through restaurants to find what you’re looking for. Here are some of the best sites to find vegan food near you. Also, check out our list of the best mobile apps for vegans. 1. Happy Cow This site is well-known among the vegan community as the best site to find great food....

If YouTube Music isn’t working for you, you’ll need to investigate the cause. It could be server downtime, or it could be an issue with your connection (or the app you’re using). Whatever the problem, there are some common fixes below that you can try. 1. Check Your Internet Connection No internet connection? Don’t expect YouTube Music to work (unless the music has been downloaded to your device). You’ll need to fix the problem if you want to stream YouTube Music over your internet connection....

While almost all Android phones now have a built-in software toggle to do this, there are still a few third-party flashlight apps out there. We’ve rounded up some of the best flashlight apps that don’t ask for more permissions than they should. Why Would Anyone Want a Flashlight App Today? As mentioned, your phone probably already has a software flashlight toggle. Phone makers quickly realized that this was a useful feature to include, so they’ve put it there right out of the box....

What Is Auto-Tune? “Auto-Tune” is a specific software product created by Antares Audio to perform sophisticated voice processing. However, like” “Hoover,” the name has become a generic term for all devices and software producing similar vocal effects. When used as intended, pitch-correction software (the proper generic term) is meant to help polish slightly off-key notes recorded by an artist. However, when most people think of “auto-tune,” they think of the novel way the software was used to change artists’ vocals like Cher, Kanye West, and T-Pain....

Alexa is jam-packed with a ton of entertainment options that you can play alone or with friends and family. If you’re tired of the same stack of board games and in the mood to try something new, give Alexa a shot. From Deal or No Deal to Song Quiz, there are tons of games to play with Alexa. The Best Games to Play with Alexa There are many games officially included with Alexa, but you can also find more through the Alexa Skills options....

Check out our full review of the Soundcore Space Q45 by Anker to see why we loved these headphones so much and why they should be on your holiday shopping list. Anker Soundcore Space Q45: First Impressions and Specs Soundcore Space Q45 is the latest addition to Anker’s over-ear headphones. We previously featured these noise-canceling headphones in our list of the best headphones for workouts, but the Space Q45 is capable of much more....

Check Your Phone’s Internet Connection When you can’t post a comment, check and ensure your phone’s internet connection is working. Instagram requires an active internet connection to allow users to add comments. You can check your phone’s internet connection status by opening a web browser and launching a site. If your site doesn’t open, your connection is faulty. In this case, toggle off and back on your cellular data, disconnect and reconnect to your Wi-Fi network, or restart your router....