Sometimes hearing a document read out loud is helpful. With Microsoft Word, you can take advantage of a text-to-speech feature that reads documents. Using Read Aloud, just sit back and listen. We’ll show you how to use the Microsoft Word Read Aloud feature on your desktop, the web, and in...
Tips for Using Reminders in Microsoft Outlook
Trying to remember appointments and tasks on your own is asking for trouble. Whether you’re in the zone or taking a break, it’s embarrassing to receive a call because you’re unknowingly late to a meeting or a conference call. That’s why there are so many apps and gadgets that help...
How to Use a Laptop as a Second or External Monitor
Looking to hook up another screen to your computer? You don’t have to spend money on a dedicated external monitor if you have a spare laptop. Just use Miracast or AirPlay to set it up as your second monitor. Using a second or external monitor is the best way to...
Google Chrome Is Rolling Out New Privacy Features
The Google Chrome web browser is constantly evolving, with major updates rolling out faster than ever and minor features showing up outside the standard release cycle. A few new privacy and security features have now arrived, just in time for Data Privacy Day. First, you can now type “clear browsing...
Older Apps Could be Putting Your Smartphone at Risk — Here’s Why
If your smartphone is full of apps you no longer use, you should probably consider deleting them since they could be putting your security at risk. Just like how a car is more likely to break down if it hasn’t had a tune-up in a while, older apps are more...