Sydney Butler, Author at Make Tech Easier https://www.maketecheasier.com/author/sydneybutler/ Uncomplicating the complicated, making life easier Tue, 12 Jul 2022 02:30:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.1 https://www.maketecheasier.com/assets/themes/MTE-twelve/images/mtelogo.svghttps://www.maketecheasier.com/assets/themes/MTE-twelve/images/mtelogo.svg337ab7 How to Fix Roblox Not Updating or Downloading on Your Mac https://www.maketecheasier.com/fix-roblox-not-updating-downloading-mac/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/fix-roblox-not-updating-downloading-mac/#respond Tue, 12 Jul 2022 15:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=post-ideas&p=473514

Roblox is one of the most popular games in the world, and one of its strengths is that it will run on practically anything, including Macs! However, it’s not always smooth sailing for Mac Roblox players, who can struggle to update or even download the game. If that’s you, then one of these fixes will most likely get you back in the game.

1. Restart Your Mac

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How to Emulate PS2 Games on an M1 Mac with AetherSX2 https://www.maketecheasier.com/emulate-ps2-games-mac/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/emulate-ps2-games-mac/#respond Thu, 07 Jul 2022 15:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=497683

AetherSX2 is a newly released PS2 emulator (which is still in Alpha) that can emulate PS2 games even on the base M1 Macbook Air at full speed. If you like the idea of loading up your favorite PS2 games on your shiny Apple Silicon computer, we’ll show you how it’s done.

What Is Emulation?

The Playstation 2 is a very different kind of computer than an Apple computer. Especially one with a CPU like the M1 in it. They don’t speak the same “language” at all and the arrangement of physical processors doesn’t... Read more]]> https://www.maketecheasier.com/emulate-ps2-games-mac/feed/ 0 7 of the Best Offline Shooting Games for Android and iOS https://www.maketecheasier.com/best-offline-shooting-games-android/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/best-offline-shooting-games-android/#respond Wed, 29 Jun 2022 15:25:00 +0000 https://www.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=post-ideas&p=315978

Mobile phones are an under-appreciated platform when it comes to single-player offline shooting games. Yes, the big online shooters like PUBG and Call of Duty have made their mark on phones, but if you’re looking to pit yourself against AI soldiers, aliens, and other automated baddies, there’s plenty of choice.

From cerebral sniping games to Wild West adventures, we’ve rounded up the best offline shooting games you can play on mobile.

1. Six-Guns: Gang Showdown

There have been many great cowboy-themed games on consoles over the years, and Six-Guns: Gang Showdown (Android | iOS) channels the core of what makes... Read more]]> https://www.maketecheasier.com/best-offline-shooting-games-android/feed/ 0 How to Use a Game Controller as a Mouse in Windows https://www.maketecheasier.com/use-game-controller-as-mouse-windows/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/use-game-controller-as-mouse-windows/#respond Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=492572

Game controllers (also known as gamepads) are the most popular way to play video games, but that’s not all they’re good for. You can use a controller to act as a mouse, opening up a range of interesting possibilities, as we shall see in this article.

Why Use a Controller as a Mouse

The most obvious reason to turn your controller into a mouse is if you want to use your computer like a console. While it’s perfectly acceptable to control your Windows PC using a wireless mouse and keyboard from the couch, it’s not the most... Read more]]> https://www.maketecheasier.com/use-game-controller-as-mouse-windows/feed/ 0 What Happens If You Don’t Activate Windows? https://www.maketecheasier.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-activate-windows/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-activate-windows/#comments Wed, 15 Jun 2022 15:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=494238

Before Windows 10, you needed to activate your operating system. You had to pay for a license if you wanted a full and smooth experience while using your computer. Windows 10 and Windows 11 handle things very differently. So what actually happens when you don’t activate a modern copy of Microsoft Windows?

What Does Activation Even Mean?

Activating Windows means registering your status as a paid, licensed user. When you buy a new copy of Windows, it usually comes with a license key. Alternatively, you can have a digital entitlement linked to your Microsoft account. Some computers have... Read more]]> https://www.maketecheasier.com/what-happens-if-you-dont-activate-windows/feed/ 1 What Is Windows Hello and Should You Use It? https://www.maketecheasier.com/setup-use-windows-hello/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/setup-use-windows-hello/#respond Thu, 09 Jun 2022 21:25:00 +0000 https://www.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=post-ideas&p=181057

Windows Hello is a sophisticated facial scanning technology. It lets you quickly log in to your Windows PC without a passcode. You need a special webcam to make Windows Hello work, but with the right hardware, it’s fast and convenient. Does that mean you should use it? What are the pros and cons?

What Makes Windows Hello Special

While many different facial unlocking systems exist, Windows Hello is one of the most sophisticated solutions.

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Apple users who have Macs, iPhones, and iPads enjoy a high level of integration between these devices. Windows users have every reason to envy this, but there’s good news. If you have a Windows computer (running Windows 10 or 11) and an Android phone or tablet, you can link them together and have a little taste of the integrated life.

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If you want to run a copy of Windows in a virtual machine on your computer, you need to pay for a Windows license, right? But did you know that you can actually legally get a pre-made Windows Virtual Machine directly from Microsoft? These are meant for software developers, but they aren’t locked behind any sort of paid program or login page. You can have your own copies within a few minutes of reading this.

Why Use a Windows VM?

These pre-made VMs aren’t a permanent solution, but they offer a reliable... Read more]]> https://www.maketecheasier.com/legally-download-windows-virtual-machine/feed/ 0 What Is Windows 11 for ARM and Who Is It For? https://www.maketecheasier.com/windows11-for-arm/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/windows11-for-arm/#respond Mon, 30 May 2022 15:25:00 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=490202

ARM computers are now more popular than ever. So it’s no surprise that you can get Windows 11 for ARM as an alternative to the traditional version most people use. Both of these versions of Windows 11 look and feel the same. However, there are major differences under the hood that bring major advantages and compromises to the table.

ARM Vs. x86 Computers

Windows 11 for ARM can only run on ARM computers. In contrast regular Windows 11 can only run on x86 (specifically x86-64) computers.

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11 Essential Tips for macOS Users Coming to Windows https://www.maketecheasier.com/essential-tips-macos-users-switching-windows/ https://www.maketecheasier.com/essential-tips-macos-users-switching-windows/#comments Fri, 27 May 2022 05:25:03 +0000 https://admin.maketecheasier.com/?post_type=pitch&p=487644

If you’ve been a long (or even lifelong) user of macOS and now find yourself in the wonderful world of Windows, things are very different! In a broad sense, Windows and macOS aren’t that different. Most things work more or less the same and are intuitive. However, there are a few things to know about being a daily Windows user that can make the transition a lot smoother, as we shall see below.

Gaming laptops are finally powerful and affordable enough to be viable systems for gaming enthusiasts. The thing is, they’re notoriously hard on battery life while gaming. While you’re not likely to get much game time playing the same way you do while plugged into the wall, there are some things you can do to make gaming, when you don’t have an outlet handy, last longer than 15 minutes.