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What Is an MPLS File? A file with the MPLS file extension could be a Blu-ray playlist. They’re similar to MPL files and are typically stored with a file name consisting of five digits, like xxxxx.mpls, in the \bdmv\playlist\ directory on the disc. The Mathcad engineering math software might use this same file extension, but for font files. How to Open an MPLS File Mathcad seems the likely program to open an MPLS font file, but it’s unclear if it’s actually openable by the program itself or if the software just uses these files automatically when they’re stored in a specific folder....

Multi-Core Technology Advances Multiple-core processors have been available in personal computers since the early 2000s. Multi-core designs addressed the problem of processors hitting the ceiling of their physical limitations in terms of their clock speeds and how effectively they could be cooled and still maintain accuracy. By moving to extra cores on a single processor chip, manufacturers avoided problems with the clock speeds by effectively multiplying the amount of data that could be handled by the CPU....

According to an email sent to Lifewire, the company just launched its Lines Squared smart LED light bars, featuring a modular design. What does this mean? Users can mix and match these light bars and connect them at various angles to create unique aesthetic set pieces throughout the home. Use 90-degree angles and the included mounting connectors to create squares and related designs, or throw in some 60-degree angles for experimental geometric designs....

Netflix Troubleshooting Tips If you’re experiencing a general Netflix error, try following these basic troubleshooting tips: Common Netflix Error Codes and Solutions If you have a specific error code, you can use it to get a better idea of why Netflix doesn’t work. We’ve compiled a list of the most common Netflix error codes, including instructions to fix them, to help you get back to your binge-watching as fast as possible....

These findings were discovered in a video by tech YouTuber Austin Evans who brought together the new model and launch model, and compared the two. Evans discovered the heatsink in the new model is significantly smaller and less powerful than the one found in the launch model. The new model is now 0.6 pounds (300 grams) lighter than the previous iteration as a result. A heatsink cools down an electronic device by transferring the generated heat away from the source to a medium like air or liquid coolant....

The last decade has been an interesting one in the world of still photography, with traditionally dominant DSLR manufacturers like Nikon and Canon getting staggered and losing some of their footing to the rapidly developing world of mirrorless cameras. Pair this with the even more dramatic rise in smartphone photography performance, and you get the current, and somewhat challenging landscape, for those that fail to innovate. Nikon certainly took their time before making their first debut in the mirrorless photography arena, but that day is finally here....

A lot has been done with No Man’s Sky since its initial (and somewhat lackluster) release, with players (Travelers) able to explore even more than the already functionally-infinite galaxy; the game has seen everything from complete graphical overhauls to time loop shenanigans. So, of course, a lot of people were excited when Hello Games revealed plans to release the game on the Switch, but the release window was a bit vague....

Back in 2019, Opera released Opera GX, a gaming-focused browser for desktop computers. The browser promised faster speeds than Chrome or Firefox and touted some exceptional features like a built-in VPN, and limiters for RAM, CPU, and network bandwidth resources. Now, the company has announced plans to bring the browser to mobile devices, though it’s missing many of those iconic features that set the desktop version apart. The browser is available in beta right now, and I took it for a spin to see how it stacks up against Chrome and Safari....

A Note About Universal Applications and Files Systems Applications that are built into Mac OS X are called universal applications. Older software must rely on Rosetta, an application that runs inside of the OS X operating system and dynamically translates code to run under the Intel hardware. Consequently, there is a performance loss when running non-universal applications on the Mac Mini. All Windows XP programs are compatible with the Intel processor, so app performance is more consistent on Microsoft’s OS....

Good speakers can get very, very expensive—in fact, you could buy a new car for the cost of some tower speakers! However, Polk believes everyone should have access to good sound, and so the Polk T50 tower speakers were born. For $300 ($150 per speaker), you can have big, booming sound that’s sure to bring movies and music to life. These speakers are beefy monsters, with two passive radiators below its crisp woofer....

Microsoft says that the KB5004945 patch for the PrintNightmare exploit, caused by a vulnerability with Windows Print Spooler, is working as intended. However, now some users are reporting that the security update is causing connection errors with their printer—most notably Zebra label printers. Microsoft says that the connection errors are due to changes in the overall update and are not a part of the PrintNightmare fix. “Our investigation has shown that the OOB security update is working as designed and is effective against the known printer spooling exploits and other public reports collectively being referred to as PrintNightmare,” Microsoft wrote in its blog update, “All reports we have investigated have relied on the changing of default registry setting related to Point and Print to an insecure configuration....

Protect Your Outlook.com Account with Two-Step Verification When you log in with two-step verification, you’ll receive a generated code in a text message to your phone, in an email message, or in an authenticator app. After you set up two-step verification, exempt browsers on devices and computers only you use from the need to enter a code. For the flexibility afforded by POP access and IMAP in email programs, generate app-specific passwords....

While your decision is largely going to be based on which consoles you’ve adopted in the past, it’s important to weigh your options. Beyond the obvious aesthetic differences between these consoles, there are some considerable differences in terms of not just the hardware being used, but their capabilities and features as well. We’ve broken both consoles down into a handful of categories, with a clear winner for each category as well as on overall....

The app uses SharePlay and built-in Speech Recognition to add subtitles and translations in 20 languages to your FaceTime calls. It’s an incredible use of SharePlay, which most of us regard as a gimmicky way to watch synced movies with people in other places. You might not need to fire your translator just yet, but an app that does this well could be insanely useful. “I’m not getting the audio from the FaceTime call,” writes Navi developer Jordi Bruin on Twitter, “but using SharePlay to share it amongst the participants in the call....

Remote Utilities gives you over a dozen tools for connecting to a remote computer, which makes it one of the better remote desktop applications out there. Keep reading for the pros and cons and information about how the software works. More About Remote Utilities Remote Utilities gives you so many options. Consider the following features and capabilities: It works with 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP; Windows Server 2019, 2016, 2012, 2008, and 2003; and in beta form for macOS and Linux....

Normal Mode, then, is the opposite of Safe Mode in that it starts Windows in its typical manner. Safe Mode Availability Safe Mode is available in Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, and most older versions of Windows as well. How to Tell If You’re in Safe Mode While in Safe Mode, the Desktop background is replaced with a solid black color with the words Safe Mode at all four corners....

Samsung’s top-end premium phones are head-turners, but the gadget giant also makes an array of budget-conscious phones that can do the job for far less cash. The Galaxy A20 is one of the lowest-end options. Released in 2019 but still available as an affordable option, particularly through prepaid carriers, the Galaxy A20 won’t wow anyone with its speed or feature set. Still, it’s a decent all-around phone if you can find it at a low price....

Use Your Windows 10 Computer as a Mobile Hotspot This procedure requires your host computer to be connected via cable to the internet modem (DSL or cable modem, for example) or a cellular data modem on your computer. To share a wireless internet connection with other devices, turn your Windows laptop into a Wi-Fi hotspot using Connectify. To turn your computer into a wireless hotspot or wired router for other devices nearby:...

How it works: Starting today, you can launch Messenger and share your screen in one-on-one calls, group calls with up to eight people, or in Messenger Rooms with up to 16 people. To initiate screen sharing, swipe the video call controls panel up, then tap Share Your Screen > Start Sharing. If you don’t see the option, yet, make sure you’ve updated to the latest version of the Messenger app....

A new survey found that one in six mobile users felt 5G benefits had been overpromised, and less than half said they had seen noticeable speed or reliability improvements since upgrading. Some experts say that 5G still has a long way to go. “Like with any new network deployment, 5G isn’t as widely used or available. Most people are still on the current 4G network,” tech advisor Vaclav Vincalek told Lifewire in an email interview....