How can I keep the SSD for Windows while storing everything else on my hard drive?
I have Windows installed on an SSD, but I want to use the SSD mainly for the operating system and keep programs, downloads, photos, and other files on…
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How Can I Safely Download from Unreliable Websites?
I'm looking for practical advice on how to avoid malware infections when downloading files from sketchy websites. Two ideas I've thought of are using a dedicated laptop as…
My downloaded videos are only visible in the 'Recent' section of my gallery—how can I fix this?
I recently ran into a problem where videos I've downloaded are no longer appearing in any folders of my gallery except for the 'Recent' section. I can see…
Can I Delete MP3 Files from My Downloads Without Losing Them in iTunes?
I have a bunch of MP3 files that I've downloaded to my Downloads folder on my Mac, and I've added them to iTunes. I'm wondering if I delete…
How can I bypass Windows 11 Smart Screen blocking my XMR wallet downloads?
I'm on Windows 11 and trying to download XMR wallet installers, specifically Feather and GUI versions. However, Smart Screen keeps blocking the .exe files from downloading. I've gone…
How can I download a .exe file on Linux using Wine?
I'm trying to download a .exe file for a Windows application because I want to run it using Wine on my Linux system. I get the feeling Linux…
Do I Need to Change Code for Different Languages When Hash Checking?
I'm about to perform hash checking on an Elementary OS installation, but I'm wondering if I need to change the path from 'downloads' to 'descargas' since my PC's…
How to Enable APK Downloads on Android When the Allow Button is Blocked?
I'm trying to download apps as APK files on my Android device, but I'm running into an issue. When I attempt to allow downloads from external sources, the…
What Should I Know About .msi Files After Downloading One?
I recently tried to download a video from a website that I found on YouTube, and I ended up clicking on a pop-up that caused a file with…
What should I do about a mysterious 'search_files' folder in my downloads?
I found a random folder named 'search_files' in my downloads and I'm pretty sure it's not a virus. I often download adult content but I transfer everything to…
Why is My Laptop Only Downloading at 1MB/s Despite Fast Internet?
I have an older gaming laptop that only manages to download at a maximum of 1MB per second, even though my internet connection is quite fast. When I'm…
How Can I Change Dragging Behavior for Downloaded Files in Chrome?
I'm downloading a lot of files and to speed things up, I drag them from the download bar in Chrome or Edge straight to the File Explorer icon…
How Can I Ensure the PDFs I Downloaded Are Safe?
Hey everyone! I recently downloaded a bunch of PDFs on my iPhone and opened them using the Books app. I'm feeling a bit paranoid and would love to…
How to Remove Persistent Downloads in Windows 11?
I've encountered an issue on my Windows 11 system where the "Windows 11, Repair Version" shows up constantly alongside a Visual Studio 2022 update in the update section.…
Is it legal to download shows from a service you pay for?
I've been wondering if it's illegal to download a show that I pay for through a subscription service. I know some people say it's fine, while others say…
Having Trouble Downloading on My New PC
I just finished assembling my first PC and everything went smoothly during the setup. Windows booted up right away, and I managed to download the drivers. However, I'm…
Help! My Apple Music Downloads Disappeared!
Hey everyone, I opened my Apple Music app and it's showing that I have no downloads! My playlists are there, but they're completely empty, and all my music…
Why is my downloaded PDF locked and where is my info?
Hey everyone! I was on a site looking to fill out a form that I could edit in my browser, and after completing it, I had the option…
Help! My WiFi Keeps Interrupting Downloads
I've been struggling with issues related to downloading or updating files on my PC for the past year or two. The downloads start off fine but then suddenly…
Why am I seeing 100 Mbps on speed tests but only 50 Mbps when downloading?
I've got a 50 Mbps internet plan, but I'm running into some strange results. When I check my speeds on Ookla or Fast, it shows around 100 Mbps.…