The JPEG file format is a very popular format for images. JPEG is compatible with many programs and devices that use digital media, such as digital cameras. JPEG files, like any other file, are prone to becoming damaged and corrupted because of reasons such as a faulty memory and hard drive errors. In this case, you must repair the file header to restore the picture file. You can use various options to accomplish this task....

TomTom’s GPS devices, including the XL, ONE XL, XL IQ and XL 30 series, give you turn-by-turn directions while displaying your route on an on-screen map. If your TomTom XL’s screen is blank, you won’t be able to see the map, view live traffic or adjust the device’s settings. If the GPS is charged but the screen still won’t come on, you may need to reset your TomTom. The reset process does not erase your settings, maps or other content stored on the device....

RAM or computer memory helps your computer load quickly and complete processes in a timely manner. When your computer runs low on memory, it runs much slower. Microsoft created a way to use a small amount of hard drive space to act like memory when the computer memory runs low. This virtual memory can make a noticeable difference, but may be able to have more of an effect if you increase your virtual memory....

MP3 players play MP3 music files. The MP3 files are stored on a hard drive within the MP3 player. When you go to play a file and you receive a disk error, the best solution is to format the player’s hard drive. Once the MP3 player’s hard drive is formatted, all of the files and the disk error will be removed in the process.

The battery in your Acer Aspire One laptop has a finite lifespan between 1.5 to three years with hundreds of charging cycles. If you’re experiencing trouble charging the battery or the battery fails to hold a charge, the battery may need replacing. However, before sending the battery in for recycling, there are a few steps you should take to ensure the battery is being properly charged. Writer Bio

A blurry image is a difficult problem to fix. When a photo is significantly blurred due to camera shake or motion blur, you may have very limited results when attempting to correct the problem. However, in many cases, if a photo is only slightly out of focus, it’s possible to correct it using image-editing software. Thanks to the advanced technology present in many computer programs, improvements can be made with only a few clicks....

Instead of getting the proverbial foot in the door, a properly formatted headshot can get your head – and your entire self – in the door in front of a casting agent or director. While technically anything from an instant snapshot to a paper print out can be a headshot, good headshots provide everything someone needs to know about you instantly. Use Adobe Photoshop to format a regular close-up picture of yourself into an attention-grabbing headshot, where your acting and contact details will be at the right fingertips at the right time....

If you have a Google Gmail account and one or more email account with other services, you don’t have to log into each one in order to read all of your messages. Email applications like Thunderbird, Yahoo Mail, Mail.com and Outlook make it simple to forward individual messages to your Gmail account. In addition, you can configure them to automatically forward all incoming email directly to your Gmail inbox. Writer Bio

After an earthquake strikes and the shaking has subsided, it’s natural to want to get more details about the locations of fault zones before the next quake. Google earthquake fault zone maps, which are files saved with a “KMZ” extension, contain data that will display in Google Earth to show you where a particular fault appears. Google earthquake fault zone maps are only available for the United States and use data from the U....

Check Sprint Text Usage To see your full account usage details including text usage for the month, log into Sprint’s website. If you haven’t used the site before, you’ll need to register with your mobile phone number. After logging in, scroll down to see the list of phone lines on your account. Under each phone you can see a count of texts and your monthly allotment. Note that both incoming and outgoing texts count toward your limit....

Screenshots on Newer Devices If you’re using an iPhone, press the “Home” and “Sleep” buttons together to save a screenshot in your Camera Roll. If you have an Android phone with version 4.0 or above, press the “Volume Down” and “Power” buttons together to save a screenshot in your Gallery application. Some earlier Android devices have a screenshot function, but since the method isn’t standard, you must refer to your owner’s manual for instructions....

If you want to send an email message to multiple recipients but don’t want them to see one another’s contact information, you can use the “Bcc” field. An abbreviation for “Blind Carbon Copy,” using the Bcc field on an email allows you to send the exact message to multiple people without displaying email addresses. In Lotus Notes, you only need to know where to find the Bcc field to hide the recipients of your email....

Internet service providers and websites where you have downloaded music, videos as well as any other type of files or software, can trace you by accessing your IP address (Internet protocol address), which is like your online fingerprint. A viable way to hide your IP address while performing a download, is to use an anonymous proxy, which is a website that connects you to other websites through its server, and hides your IP address in the process to keep you anonymous....

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Updated February 10, 2017 Insert your audio CD into your computer’s CD drive. Launch iTunes. Click your audio CD in the “Sources” list on the left side of the iTunes window. Hold down the “Ctrl” key and press the “A” key to select all the songs on your CD. Drag your selected songs to the playlist you want to import them to in the “Playlists” list on the left side of the iTunes window....

Updated September 15, 2017 Set up your Internet Connection in QuickBooks by accessing the “Help” menu and selecting “Internet Connection Setup.” This step must be completed only once before trying to access your online-banking accounts. Add your online-banking institution using the QuickBooks Banking menu. Select “Online Banking,” and then choose “Set up Account for Online Services.” Choose the QuickBooks account that you want to connect to your Capital One online-banking account....

DDS is a file format created by Microsoft for use in their Direct X SDK (Software Development Kit.) Direct X provides a library to standardize and ease the development of 3D applications, such as games. GIMP is a free image manipulation software similar to Photoshop. GIMP cannot create or open DDS files by default. You need the gimp-DDS plugin to do so. Writer Bio

Some webcams are plug-in-play and don’t require installation, however numerous models require you to install drivers onto your computer. If you don’t have the installation CD, drivers are usually available on the webcam manufacturer’s website. Drivers downloaded from the manufacturer website are up-to-date and quick to install. Writer Bio

A Microsoft wireless optical mouse offers high quality and precise pointing, and comes at a price to fit any budget. It is one of the top selling devices on the market, and is backed by a trusted name. A major benefit of a Microsoft wireless optical mouse not only that it enhances your computer experience, but that it is quick to install. Tips Warnings Writer Bio

Windows Vista enables you to run and use a variety of printers ranging in model, design and efficiency. Printer drivers are software that enable your printer to communicate with your computer so that you can perform printing tasks. Windows Vista makes it simple for you to install printer drivers using one of two simple methods. Whether you are using a DeskJet, InkJet or LaserJet printer, install drivers quickly and easily....