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Founded in 2014, Appuals.com aims to deliver straightforward and effective solutions for operating systems like Linux, FreeBSD, Solaris, Apple, and Windows, assisting users in resolving their computer issues. Our team blends strong writing abilities with years of practical experience to produce high-quality, original content that is well-researched and informed by our experts.

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Fix: Steam Error Destination Folder Must Be Empty

1 day ago | appuals.com | Abdullah Iqbal

The “Destination folder must be empty” error typically appears when you’re trying to install Steam into a folder that already contains files. It can also occur when launching a game through the Steam app, adding a new Steam library, moving your Steam installation or game files, or reinstalling Steam without first removing the existing files. This error might seem confusing at first, but the fix is usually simple.
Intel Sells 51% Stake in Altera for $8.75B to Help Revive Its Chip Business

1 week ago | appuals.com | Muhammad Qasim

Intel’s financial woes with its semiconductor division made Altera, a company that builds programmable chips, one of the “lucrative” assets to sell. To strengthen its balance sheet and cut losses, Intel has sold off its majority stake in the chipmaker to a private equity firm, Silver Lake.
NVIDIA to Invest Half a Trillion USD to Build AI Chips in the U.S.

1 week ago | appuals.com | Muhammad Qasim

Amid the threat of rising tariffs, NVIDIA has announced that it will manufacture AI chips locally for the very first time. The company will partner with TSMC to bring production to U.S. soil and will spend close to half a trillion USD over the next four years. NVIDIA is pushing to move production close to home, and with rising demand, the company has stated that it has started production at TSMC’s Arizona fab.
ASUS RTX 5060 Ti Lineup Leak Confirms TUF, PRIME, and DUAL Models

1 week ago | appuals.com | Muhammad Qasim

With the RTX 5060 Ti’s launch closing in, leaks on NVIDIA’s board partners are starting to catch a bit of air. ASUS’ four variants for the 60-class Blackwell GPU have been pictured in unofficial renders, which reveal some interesting tidbits about the card. In a report citing its own sources, VideoCardz has leaked the entire ASUS lineup for the upcoming RTX 5060 Ti. These include the TUF, PRIME, and DUAL series cards, with a China-exclusive Hatsune Miku Edition rounding off the four models.
ZOTAC Ditches 12VHPWR for Safer 8-Pin Power Connector on RTX 5060 Ti

1 week ago | appuals.com | Muhammad Qasim

NVIDIA is prepping to launch the mid-range 60-class Blackwell GPUs later this week. Meanwhile, a leak from VideoCardz has revealed renders from its board partners, specifically ZOTAC, that seem to have been skipping the 12VHPWR connector on their models. ZOTAC will stick to the standard 8-pin connector on the 5060Ti, which for a lot of reasons, seems to be the ideal choice. See, the GPU comes with a maximum TDP of 180W, maybe slightly more when OC’d.
China Won’t Tax American Chips Made Overseas; U.S. Factories To Face High Tariffs

1 week ago | appuals.com | Muhammad Qasim

China has stated that it will not impose tariffs on American-designed chips that are manufactured overseas. This would not only allow companies like AMD and Qualcomm to avoid the “punitive” taxes but could also prove to be beneficial for chipmakers like TSMC. With the nature of the semiconductor supply chain globally, with the manufacturing concentrated in countries outside of the U.S. and China, both countries had initially avoided taxing the segment.
Valve's VR Headset Is Reportedly Being Built in the U.S. to Dodge Tariffs

2 weeks ago | appuals.com | Muhammad Qasim

A new report has stated that Valve’s unreleased VR headset is being manufactured inside the U.S., potentially to avoid import tariffs. The headset, codenamed “Deckard” has been making headlines for quite some time now, with a leak now mentioning that the headset may be in the initial stages of manufacturing.
TSMC Could Lose Billions If It Fails to Expand on U.S. Soil

2 weeks ago | appuals.com | Muhammad Qasim

TSMC’s earnings for Q1 ’25 have shown strong revenue performance. But, these numbers could take a hit if the firm doesn’t establish manufacturing operations on U.S. soil soon. TSMC released a statement ahead of its full quarterly earnings report, scheduled for April 17, with “higher-than-forecast” revenue numbers. Much of this comes from strong demand for AI products, with NVIDIA being a key customer.
How to Fix Microsoft Login Error Code 0x80048820

2 weeks ago | appuals.com | Muhammad Qasim

Microsoft’s error code 0x80048820 typically appears as a sign-in error when trying to log into your Microsoft or Outlook account. This error often occurs when a user attempts to log in multiple times or when several identity verification requests are made. Since this code indicates a problem with either the account or the network, it may temporarily lock you out. The problem can arise due to network issues, unverified login attempts, or an issue with the account itself.
How to Fix 'Cannot Load Gdrv2.sys Driver' Error in GIGABYTE?

2 weeks ago | appuals.com | Hamza Anwar

The error “The Gdrv2.sys driver is not loading” comes from GIGABYTE’s software. It usually occurs when Windows blocks the driver due to compatibility issues, missing signatures, corrupted files, or security restrictions. In simple terms, Windows sees the driver as unsafe or unverified and prevents it from loading. To fix this error, you’ll need to either update, remove, or manually allow the driver, depending on your system setup and needs.