Akemi Iwaya
Contributing since June, 2009
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About Akemi Iwaya
Akemi Iwaya has been part of the LifeSavvy Media team since 2009. She has previously written under the pen name "Asian Angel" and was a Lifehacker intern before joining LifeSavvy Media. She has been quoted as an authoritative source by ZDNet Worldwide. In addition to her articles on How-To Geek, she has been hard at work conducting research, helping manage the fun facts, and other behind the scenes work. She is a huge fan of Windows, Linux, and portable browsers. When she is not busy with work, you are likely to find her enjoying a fantasy or sci-fi novel, or playing a table-top role-playing game.
Latest Articles
Why are There no Odd-Numbered Windows Process IDs?
If you love tinkering with Windows and learning as you go, you may have noticed that Windows process and thread IDs are even-numbered and multiples of four.
How do You Open a Huge Zip File That Windows is Unable to Handle?
Most of the time unzipping a zip file in Windows is straightforward, but once in a while a zip file comes along and is nothing but trouble.
How do You Remove the Unused Parts of Cropped Screenshots in Microsoft Office Documents?
When you add a screenshot to a Microsoft Office document and crop it, you most likely give no further thought to the unused portions, but did you know that they are still there and could pose a security risk if they contain sensitive information? Today's SuperUser Q&A helps a worried reader retain only those parts of the screenshots needed while permanently getting rid of the rest.
How do You get the "L" Shaped Formatting Icons Back in Microsoft Word?
Each of us has a preferred layout and setup when we are working with Microsoft Word, but what if something you like and rely on has disappeared? Today's SuperUser Q&A post helps a frustrated reader get their Microsoft Word layout back to just the way they like it.
What is the Difference Between Pinging With and Without http://?
If you are experimenting with and learning about pinging a website, you may be surprised by the results based on "what" you ping.
How Do You Permanently Disable The Touchpad On A Laptop?
A touchpad can be extremely useful for most people, but there are times when it is little more than an irritation, so how do you permanently disable a touchpad if you do not want or need it? Today's SuperUser Q&A post has the answers to help a frustrated reader.
How do You Get Rid of All the Number Sign (#) Errors in Excel at the Same Time?
When you are busy working in Microsoft Excel, the last thing you need is to have to continuously fix or remove errors.
What is the Best Way to Control Two Dual-Monitor Computers with a Single Keyboard and Mouse?
If you have two awesome dual-monitor computers and want to easily switch back and forth between them using a single keyboard and mouse, then what is the best way to go about it? Today's SuperUser Q&A post provides some great suggestions for a reader's heavenly hardware setup.
What is the Actual Speed of SATA 3?
When researching about the speed of SATA 3, the "stated speed" and the "actual result" are noticeably different, so what exactly is going on? Today's SuperUser Q&A posts helps a curious reader understand more about how SATA 3 works.
Can You Connect USB 1.1 Hubs to a Wall Outlet and Charge Devices?
It is frustrating to have older hardware just sitting around collecting dust or getting in the way, so if it can be repurposed and made useful once again, then it is a cause for joy.
How do You 'Hush' a Non-HDD, Non-Fan Related Buzzing Sound on a Laptop?
Our electronic devices can occasionally surprise us with unexpected and extremely irritating noises, so finding a solution is a priority.
How do You Automatically Run a Program with Administrator Privileges Upon User Login in Windows?
Sometimes you want or need a program to automatically run with elevated privileges as soon as you sign into Windows, but how do you set something like this up? Today's SuperUser Q&A post has some helpful advice for a frustrated reader.
Can a USB Flash Drive be Used Reliably as a Manual Backup Drive?
When it comes to backing up your files, you might find yourself debating which type of "drive" would best suit your needs.
Why do Normal Software Uninstalls Fail to Remove All Relevant Values from the Registry?
When you uninstall a program, it is a "reasonable" expectation that all traces of it will be removed from your system, but that is often not the case.
Can I Use Two Types of DDR3 RAM With the Same Motherboard?
An opportunity to upgrade your computer's hardware is always a good thing, but could you use two types of DDR3 RAM on the same motherboard if you have limited resources? Today's SuperUser Q&A post has the answers to a curious reader's question.
Why Does it Take Longer for a Computer to Respond to an Incorrect Password Versus a Correct One?
Have you ever entered the wrong password on your computer by accident and noticed it takes a few moments to respond in comparison to entering the correct one? Why is that? Today's SuperUser Q&A post has the answer to a curious reader's question.
How do I Enable Silverlight in Google Chrome Version 42 and Later?
We all watch a lot of our favorite television series and movies in our browsers these days, but what do you do when you cannot watch videos in your favorite browser? Today's SuperUser Q&A post helps a frustrated reader get Amazon Instant Video working in Google Chrome once again.
How do You Force Google Chrome to Use HTTPS Instead of HTTP Whenever Possible?
With the constant security threats we face while browsing the Internet each day, it pays to lock things down as much as possible.
Do S-Video Cables Cause Cancer?
Depending on where you live, you may receive a health warning when purchasing some hardware components online for your computer.