When a site or web app isnt working as you anticipated it to, two weeks back in my Practical Ed Tech Newsletter I outlined 6 things to try. Based on click-through, that was my most popular newsletter of the year! For those who have not seen it, the handout from that edition of the newsletter is included below. Do not hesitate to share it with your buddies. (Click on the image to see it in full size).

These are the six things to attempt:

1. Is it you or is it the website? A simple method to learn is to check out downforeveryoneorjustme.com then go into the URL of the website youre trying to utilize. , if youre familiar with the Windows command terminal you can likewise attempt pinging the address of the site youre trying to use.. Heres a short video about both of those things.

This isnt as typical as it used to be, but in some instances of a site not working correctly the cause can be traced to using a dated version of a web internet browser. If youre utilizing an older variation of an internet browser, not only will some sites not work properly, you are likewise opening yourself up to more potential security risks.

3. Do you have cookies made it possible for? Numerous websites require cookies in order to provide you the very best possible experience.

4. Are you utilizing a pop-up blocker? It is not unusual for a website to use a pop-up window for account log-ins. If the pop-up is obstructed, you wont be able to log-in.

5. Have you enabled electronic camera and or microphone gain access to? If youre trying to utilize a web-based video or audio editing tool, youll require to ensure your video camera and microphone are available.

6. Rebooting your computer system just may be the thing that repairs your problem if none of the actions above have dealt with the issue. You might be stunned how typically that works. When they address the phone, its the reason IT help desks ask you to do that.

Two weeks ago in my Practical Ed Tech Newsletter I outlined six things to attempt when a website or web app isnt working as you anticipated it to. Based on click-through, that was my most popular newsletter of the year! An easy method to discover out is to check out downforeveryoneorjustme.com then get in the URL of the website youre attempting to use. If youre familiar with the Windows command terminal you can also attempt pinging the address of the website youre trying to utilize. If youre trying to utilize a web-based video or audio modifying tool, youll require to make sure your video camera and microphone are accessible.