Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Notifications from smart devices and computers have "dramatically increased," says one expert. (Photo illustration: Victoria Ellis ...

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The Do Not Disturb feature naturally allows users to stay focused by avoiding distractions caused by notifications on their computers. However, it has become a serious challenge for many, as Do Not ...

To turn on Visual effects for sound using Control Panel: Open Control Panel Open Ease of Access Center Locate Use text or visual alternatives for sounds Select Turn on visual notifications for sounds ...