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In this quick tips guide, we’re going to talk about parrying in Valheim and how it’s an essential technique to master. Parry on My Wayward Son Parrying can be done with any weapon that you can block with; from the lowly wooden club to a mighty iron axe and the stout Stagbreaker. Your default blocking key for keyboard and mouse is bound to the right mouse click. The advantage of a parry over a block is that it not only will block incoming damage, but it will also cause your enemies to stagger and give you a small window to do critical damage....

Want to protect your ZIP archives with a password? While Windows doesn’t have a built-in option to do that, you can use free apps like 7-Zip and WinRAR to add password protection. We’ll show you how to use those apps. Make sure to note your password somewhere safe, like in a password manager, as you’ll need it each time you want to extract files from your password-protected ZIP. RELATED: How to Password Protect Files and Folders With Encryption...

Microsoft now includes Flash along with their Internet Explorer browser in Windows 8. Flash has been known as a big culprit when it comes to security vulnerabilities in the past, so here’s how to disable it. Note: We have outlined two methods for achieving the same goal, there is no need to do both. Through Internet Explorer The first way you can disable flash is through the Internet Explorer add-on options....

For additional security, you can require a time-based authentication token as well as a password to log into your Linux PC. This solution uses Google Authenticator and other TOTP apps. This process was performed on Ubuntu 14.04 with the standard Unity desktop and LightDM login manager, but the principles are the same on most Linux distributions and desktops. We previously showed you how to require Google Authenticator for remote access via SSH, and this process is similar....

Update: Chrome now encrypts password data and this method no longer works. If we find another method for recovering Google Chrome passwords, we’ll update this article. Aren’t saved passwords great? No more racking your brain to remember obscure login credentials or locking yourself out of your account after too many failed login attempts due to typos. These are especially common inconveniences if you have a decently strong password with non-dictionary terms, uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols....

Charts and graphs serve little purpose if the audience doesn’t know what each section of the illustration represents. Adding a color-coded legend is the perfect way to keep the audience on track. Inserting a Graph in PowerPoint The first step is to create your graphic illustrating the data trends you’d like to show. Luckily, PowerPoint comes with several different graphs and charts from which to choose. The most difficult part of this process is choosing the graphic that you like best....

Tired of low-quality cell phone calls? Thanks to FaceTime, you can make audio-only calls with crystal-clear high-resolution sound using an iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, or Mac. Here’s how to do it. Why FaceTime Audio? Most people think of FaceTime as a video chat service, but it also supports audio calls that operate like regular telephone calls. Your device’s video camera is not used, and it stays off during the call....

To post a loop on Instagram, you’ll need to use a third-party app like Boomerang. Open the app and select the video you want to post. Tap the “loop” button in the bottom right corner, then tap “Share.” Instagram will open and you can add a caption and location before posting. There are a few ways to make a video loop on Instagram. One way is to use an app like Boomerang, which creates a looping video that plays forward and then backward....

Like with other music streaming services, you can make a playlist on Spotify and store all your favorite songs in it. We’ll show you how to do this in Spotify’s web, Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Android versions. Create a Playlist in Spotify on Desktop Spotify’s web, Windows, Mac, and Linux versions work pretty much the same, so you can follow the same steps to create a music playlist....

There is no one definitive way to make a seamless photo split on Instagram. However, some methods you may consider include using an app such as Split Pic or simply editing your photos in a photo editor such as Photoshop or GIMP. There are a few ways to make a swipeable picture on Instagram. One way is to create a carousel post, which is a series of photos or videos that can be swiped through....

There are several ways to add a customized title to a spreadsheet in Microsoft Excel. Titles aren’t just for file names—you can place one right above your spreadsheet data so viewers can understand it more easily. Adding a Header in Excel To add a header title, click the “Insert” tab at the top left of the workbook. Click the “Text” menu toward at the right side of the ribbon and click the “Header & Footer” option....

But there was some controversy last year over how Google was collecting your data – as reported by the Associated Press. Even if you turned off Location History, the company was still collecting location data. In fact, we showed you how to really stop Google from tracking your location. If you’re concerned about the tracking, you can go into Google activity control settings and turn off all monitoring. However, doing so stops helpful features in some Google apps from providing the best results....

When you run a command using sudo in Linux, the Terminal prompts you to type in your password with no visual feedback as you type. We’ll show a quick tweak that will show asterisks (*) when you type in your password in the Terminal. NOTE: When we say to type something in this article and there are quotes around the text, DO NOT type the quotes, unless we specify otherwise....

It can be frustrating when you need to restart Safari on your Mac and you lose what you’ve been working on because all of your tabs and windows close. Luckily, there’s an easy way to make Safari restore your session every time you start the app. Here’s how to set it up. First, launch Safari on your Mac. At the top of your screen, click the “Safari” menu and select “Preferences....

Like its competitors, Signal is mainly used for instant messaging other people who use the app. However, the Android app has an extra feature: It can be set as your device’s default SMS messaging app. Unfortunately, the functionality isn’t available on iPhone. RELATED: What Is Signal, and Why Is Everyone Using It? Not only will you be able to communicate with your Signal contacts, but you’ll also be able to send and receive text messages with your phone number....

There are already products on the market that are specifically geared toward cutting the ties between your Echo and the outlet, but they’re pretty expensive, and don’t really provide you with the best battery life. Nonetheless, these products are perhaps the best option you have if you want to make your original Echo battery powered, as it uses a dedicated power cord, rather than a simple microUSB connection like the Echo Dot....

First, note that while you can customize the watch face and add complications directly on your watch, it’s much easier to configure things via the Watch app on your iPhone. Choosing the Right Watch Faces Each watch face has a limit of how many complications it can display at one time. Some, like Numerals Mono, don’t allow any, while the Infograph face allows up to eight. Most allow somewhere between three and five....

What makes Samsung displays look so nice, anyway? Most Galaxy phones have what Samsung calls “Super AMOLED” displays. Essentially, it’s a special type of OLED display for Samsung devices. It offers very rich, deep blacks and vibrant colors. RELATED: What Is a Super AMOLED Display? What is Video Enhancer? To get the most out of your Samsung device’s display, we’ll be using a tool called “Video Enhancer.” Some Galaxy devices simply call it “Video Brightness,” and that’s probably a more accurate name....

There is no one definitive way to make a YouTube banner on your phone. You could use an app like Canva or Adobe Photoshop Express, or you could try using a website like PicMonkey.com. Whichever method you choose, be sure to use high-quality images and fonts, and make sure that your banner is the correct size (16:9 aspect ratio). First, open the YouTube app on your iPhone.Then, tap on the three lines in the top left corner of the app....

Managing Multiple Linux Servers If you have multiple Linux computers or servers to monitor, you have a challenge. This is especially true if some of them are running as headless systems with no monitor attached. For example, you might have rack-mounted or remote servers located in different buildings or a collection of Raspberry Pi’s scattered around your home. How can you monitor the health and performance of all of these?...