9 apps to help you get acquainted with your new Android tablet | TechHive

9 apps to help you get acquainted with your new Android tablet | TechHive: "So you just fired up your brand new tablet, and while it comes with a few apps—a number of them likely provided by Google—you want to know what others you should grab. This collection of must-have apps, all optimized for tablets, will make that first few days with your shiny new toy that much more enjoyable, and help make that "getting to know you" phase just a bit easier. Most of them are free, some of them cost money a few bucks, but they all come highly recommended."

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How to Set Up Your New PC | PCMag.com

How to Set Up Your New PC | PCMag.com: "Did you receive a pristine, mint Windows 8/8.1 computer this holiday season? Congratulations! I wish I could say you're ready to go."

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The Weirdest Tech Stories of 2013 - Slideshow from PCMag.com

The Weirdest Tech Stories of 2013 - Slideshow from PCMag.com: "On any given day, amidst the Apple rumors and reports of tech acquisitions, we are bound to see a few bizarre stories in our Twitter and RSS feeds or email inboxes. This year was no exception, as companies from Google to Dell served up news that made us chuckle or do a double take."

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Cubify Cube 3D Printer Review and Giveaway

Cubify Cube 3D Printer Review and Giveaway: "3D printing is the next manufacturing revolution, they tell us. No longer will we need to trek down to the store to buy that widget – we can print one at home. Most affordable 3D printers are sold as self-assembly kits, involving weeks of tinkering to get even the most basic print, but the Cubify Cube promises to be plug-and-plug with minimal fuss. Does it live up to that promise?"

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How to Work Offline on a Chromebook

How to Work Offline on a Chromebook: "Contrary to all the criticism out there, a Chromebook can be surprisingly useful offline. The key to using a Chromebook offline is preparing ahead of time and ensuring your apps and data will be ready.

Sure, a Chromebook is more useful when you’re online, but that applies to all computers these days. A Chromebook’s offline mode can get you through a flight, subway ride, or another period of time without Internet access."

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How US Internet service might get better—and worse—in 2014 | Ars Technica

How US Internet service might get better—and worse—in 2014 | Ars Technica: "2013, like just about every year before it, was the year nearly all of us complained about our Internet service.

"It's too slow!" we said. "Too expensive!" And we were generally right, as a study by the New America Foundation's Open Technology Institute found that US consumers pay more for slower service than counterparts in other countries."

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Watch Cool ways to use old gift cards @ Komando Video

Watch Cool ways to use old gift cards @ Komando Video: "Is your George Costanza wallet bursting at the seams? It's probably all those old used gift cards! They're not worthless though! You can repurpose them into some awesome electronics accessories. This video will show you exactly what to do!"

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Best free sites for learning how to write code | How To - CNET

Best free sites for learning how to write code | How To - CNET: "Not so long ago, typing was for secretaries, journalists, and would-be authors. Now we're all tapping away at keyboards and screens from morning until night.
The number of people who spend their workday coding continues to soar. In the not-too-distant future, writing code may be as commonplace as typing and other forms of text-keying are today"

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Remembering 2013's best and worst phones | Smartphones - CNET Reviews

Remembering 2013's best and worst phones | Smartphones - CNET Reviews: "With 2014 approaching, we at CNET would like to take this time and reflect. Reflect on our family and friends, our personal accomplishments, and of course, the smartphone highs and lows of 2013 (this is a tech site after all, what were you expecting?)."

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Troubleshooting Windows 8 (8.1) "We Weren't Able to Connect to the Store" Error

Troubleshooting Windows 8 (8.1) "We Weren't Able to Connect to the Store" Error: "I recently came back from a 3 month trip and turned on my Windows 8.1 machine to find that nothing worked. For some odd reason, several apps would not connect to the Internet and I could not connect to the Windows Store. I was definitely connected to the Internet because I could browse using IE and Chrome, so it was befuddling why I couldn’t connect to the Store or why certain apps would not work."

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Amazon Sold 426 Items Per-Second leading up to Christmas ‹ Hardware-360

Amazon Sold 426 Items Per-Second leading up to Christmas ‹ Hardware-360: "While many Brick and mortar stores rely on holidays sells to put them in the black, most did not fare as well as Amazon. It has just been reported that in the weeks leading up to Christmas a total of 426 items were sold every second on the site. On Cyber Monday alone the e-tail giant sold 36.8 million goods, which was up from last year’s Cyber Monday sells for 26.5 million."

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Play practically every game for five vintage consoles in your web browser | The Verge

Play practically every game for five vintage consoles in your web browser | The Verge: " 10
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The Internet Archive is on a mission to ensure that decades-old software isn't lost to the vicissitudes of time — and that anyone can use it on the web for free. In October, that meant releasing a Javascript port of the extremely nimble MESS computer emulator, and 25 choice apps and games. This week, it means that nearly every Atari 2600, Atari 7800, ColecoVision, Magnavox Odyssey², and Astrocade game is now playable on the web. It's part of the Internet Archive's new Console Living Room section."

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A powerful tool for better Wi-Fi - Komando.com, Website for The Kim Komando Radio Show®, Komando Downloads

A powerful tool for better Wi-Fi - Komando.com, Website for The Kim Komando Radio Show®, Komando Downloads: "You can't see them, but they're all around you! I'm not talking about cockroaches (I hope). No! I'm talking about Wi-Fi.  At this very moment, dozens of wireless networks could be broadcasting in your area.

These could be public networks you can use. But they could also be private ones that are interfering with your own home Wi-Fi signal."

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How to remove trojan virus on your computer - News - Bubblews

How to remove trojan virus on your computer - News - Bubblews: "Here is How to Eliminate Trojan from your PC .

1 . Update Software Protector

Ensure that all anti - virus software and spyware are always up to date . If you do not have anti - virus , you can purchase one or download a free anti- virus like Avast and AVG .

Do a thorough scan to detect , isolate , and remove all malicious files ."

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How to Sideload Apps onto Your Kindle Fire

How to Sideload Apps onto Your Kindle Fire: "As great of a tablet as the Kindle Fire is (especially in the newest HDX incarnation) there’s what most consider a pretty unbearable flaw: you can’t access the Google Play store to get at apps outside the Apps for Android Amazon store. Read on as we show you how to circumvent that with sideloading (no rooting or warranty voiding required)."

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OTT Explains Sending Money Through Gmail

OTT Explains Sending Money Through Gmail: "If you’re a Gmail user, you may have noticed a new money sign icon at the bottom of the compose window when writing a new email. Hovering over the icon, you see that you can “attach money” to the email! Sounds pretty cool right? So how does it actually work? Is it really free and do you need to have a Google account to receive the money?"

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Why You Should No Longer Be Using Windows XP

Why You Should No Longer Be Using Windows XP: "Even though Windows XP was released way back in 2001, it’s still a pretty great operating system. It’s stable, has a Start button and gets the job done. That’s why there are literally hundreds of millions of computers that still have it installed. It’s so popular, in fact, that it’s the second most installed operating system in the world, only a little bit behind Windows 7."

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Tips & Tricks to Speed Up Your Computer - News - Bubblews

Tips & Tricks to Speed Up Your Computer - News - Bubblews: "Tips & Tricks to Speed Up Your Computer
After a computer for a while, we all have an opinion that seems to be slower than when you bought it. This is often because we are unable to perform simple tasks of cleaning each team must do. By spending a few minutes with these tasks, the speed of your computer system can be improved."

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Extend Your Wi-Fi Range With a Parabolic Reflector | PCWorld

Extend Your Wi-Fi Range With a Parabolic Reflector | PCWorld: "
robertstrohmeyer
09/18/2008 08:53 AM PDT

Hi MicTig. Thanks for the great question. The answer to that depends on the layout of the space you're using the router in. Reflectors like this are useful in situations where you have a long, narrow space, such as a ranch-style home or a narrow apartment. By focusing the signal in a single direction, you can increase the range in that direction while reducing the amount of radio waves that escape in undesired directions. Naturally, if your router were placed in the center of your workspace, reflectors like this would be unhelpful."

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Extend your Wi-Fi network throughout the house | PCWorld

Extend your Wi-Fi network throughout the house | PCWorld: "Extending a Wi-Fi network can be as easy as playing with cardboard and tape, or as difficult as rewiring your house. It all depends how big a boost you need, and how much time and money you're willing to devote to the task.

Here are three ways to increase your signal's range.

[Email your tech questions to answer@pcworld.com.]"

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How to share an Internet connection with your neighbors...and why you shouldn't

How to share an Internet connection with your neighbors...and why you shouldn't: "You can do this, and depending on your homes' geography, it might even be relatively easy. I'm going to tell you how to do it, but I'm also going to tell you why you probably shouldn't.

[Email your tech questions to answer@pcworld.com.]

If your router's Wi-Fi signal is powerful enough to be accessible throughout your neighbor's home--or if their router's signal is powerful enough throughout yours--the logistics are easy. All you have to do is share the Wi-Fi password."

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The first 6 things you need to do with your new Android tablet | Tablets - CNET Reviews

The first 6 things you need to do with your new Android tablet | Tablets - CNET Reviews: "So you now have an Android tablet. Congrats. Android tablets are arguably -- some would say inarguably -- the most versatile tablets you can buy. However, after you've gone through the initial setup but before you begin actual normal use of your shiny new portable device, there are a few things -- six things, in fact -- you'll want to take care of."

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Channel Master DVR+ - Video Players and Recorders - CNET Reviews

Channel Master DVR+ - Video Players and Recorders - CNET Reviews: "t's a familiar story. Cord-cutters give up their cable subscription to shed the ever-increasing monthly fee, only to find that the best alternatives to record free, over-the-air TV, such as the TiVo Roamio and Aereo, require -- you guessed it -- another monthly fee.

The new Channel Master DVR+ ($250) is looking to become the over-the-air recording solution for subscription-phobic cord-cutters. Most DVRs charge a monthly fee for electronic program guide (EPG) data, but the DVR+ provides that info, supplied by Rovi, for free."

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How to Turn Your Kindle Fire Into a Totally Kid-Friendly Tablet with FreeTime

How to Turn Your Kindle Fire Into a Totally Kid-Friendly Tablet with FreeTime: "FreeTime is Amazon’s version of parental-controls (tools available on computers and mobile devices that allow parents to restrict and filter content to protect their kids from mature material, stop them from messing around with the device’s settings, and otherwise getting into trouble). FreeTime is, by far, the most sophisticated and comprehensive parental-control suite available for any tablet. FreeTime is available for all Kindle Fire tablets in the HD and HDX lineups."

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Can A Human Fall In Love With A Computer? | Popular Science

Can A Human Fall In Love With A Computer? | Popular Science: "The film Her, which opens across the country this month, tells a love story between a man and some software. It may seem far-fetched, but researchers say it’s plausible. If so inclined, they could stitch together existing systems into one irresistible romance algorithm. Here’s how a lovebot could seduce you."

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How To Make Yourself Disappear Online Completely

How To Make Yourself Disappear Online Completely: "f you’re looking to drop from the Webosphere completely in an attempt to remain anonymous, we can help. The process is arduous and there are several key steps you’ll need to take along the way. But in the end, if you value your online privacy, it’ll be worth it."

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The 10 Best Free iPad Apps | PCMag.com

The 10 Best Free iPad Apps | PCMag.com: "A tablet is only as good as its apps, and, fortunately, the iPad has plenty of them. It doesn't matter if you have a full-size iPad$479.00 at Target.com or its adorbs baby brother known as the iPad mini$399.00 at Apple Store; there are thousands upon thousands of apps at your disposal that can keep you entertained or handling your business when you're away from your work PC. In fact, one of PCMag's most popular stories ever is our Top 100 iPad apps."

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The 15 Best Free Android Apps | PCMag.com

The 15 Best Free Android Apps | PCMag.com: "Mobile apps have drastically changed our relationship with free software. More often than not, the best mobile apps don't cost you a cent (though you might pay for them in other ways). But there are also plenty halfbaked free apps out there. Our handy list can help you navigate Google Play to make sure you're getting the good stuff."

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Geek

Geek: "The world of 3D printing — while still not particularly viable for consumer use — is rapidly advancing. We’re still far off from a Transmetropolitan-style Maker that can print up almost anything so long as you load in some (actual) garbage for fuel, but the medium has made some major strides. A Harvard scientist was recently able to 3D-print rechargeable batteries, while other researchers were able to 3D-print free-standing structures using liquid metal."

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Proposed California law would mandate smartphone kill switch | PCWorld

Proposed California law would mandate smartphone kill switch | PCWorld: "Kill-switch technology that can render a lost or stolen smartphone useless would become mandatory in California under a new bill that will be proposed to the state legislature in January.

PHOTO: MARTYN WILLIAMS
San Francisco District Attorney George Gascón

The bill will be introduced by Senator Mark Leno, a Democrat representing San Francisco and neighboring towns, and George Gascón, the district attorney for San Francisco. Gascón has been spearheading a push by major law-enforcement agencies across the U.S. for more to be done to prevent smartphone theft."

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Tech's biggest flops, fails, and faux pas of 2013 | TechHive

Tech's biggest flops, fails, and faux pas of 2013 | TechHive: "As we assembled this slideshow, IAC’s (former) head of public relations, Justine Sacco, had just joked on Twitter about going to Africa and catching AIDS. If that doesn’t sum up the tone-deafness of 2013, nothing does."

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3 Unique Ways To Remotely Control Your Windows Desktop

3 Unique Ways To Remotely Control Your Windows Desktop: "You can’t always be sitting in front of your computer, but you can control it remotely through 3 different methods of which you might not be aware. Let’s talk about ways to control your Windows desktop remotely that are slightly…esoteric.
The methods introduced here are different than the usual mainstream tools, such as LogMeIn, or remote desktop clients, or even client/server applications like VNC. Those are all well and good, but today, let’s look at something more unique!"

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Year in Review: 5 Most Notable New iOS Apps of 2013

Year in Review: 5 Most Notable New iOS Apps of 2013: "Before the New Year ushers in a new wave of startups and App Store submissions, it’s always nice to recognise the brightest sparks that caught our collective eyes in 2013.
The apps on this list are those which I feel have had the most impact and influence, leaving lasting impressions on the software world and the iOS userbase. As ever, there’s plenty of chance to chime in and add your own personal favourites in the comments at the end of the article – and I’d love to know what your favourites are.
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How to get unlimited free holiday music on your phone or tablet | How To - CNET

How to get unlimited free holiday music on your phone or tablet | How To - CNET: "Warm fire, check. Good company and good cheer, check. Now all you need is some good holiday music, which you can get in virtually unlimited quantities on your smartphone or tablet. And it won't cost you anything extra.
With the exception of iTunes Radio, which is available only for iOS devices, most of the services listed below are available for most mobile platforms."

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Wall-mount your tablet for $10 or less | How To - CNET

Wall-mount your tablet for $10 or less | How To - CNET: "So you want to stick your tablet on the wall. There are lots of ways to approach this project -- including under-cabinet mounts and magnetic refrigerator enclosures -- but most of these solutions ask you spend a minimum of $20 to $50"

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Six things every new phone owner should do first | Smartphones - CNET Reviews

Six things every new phone owner should do first | Smartphones - CNET Reviews: "For smartphone nuts, few things top the excitement of powering up a brand new handset for the very first time and diving right in. By the nature of my work, I have a well-established routine for setting up a new phone when I review it. However, a phone that's going to stick around for awhile gets a little more forethought and effort."

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Wi-Fi-enabled Mr. Postman smartifies snail mail

Wi-Fi-enabled Mr. Postman smartifies snail mail: "Nowadays, it seems like we are connecting everything in our homes to Wi-Fi. Whether it's locks, lightbulbs or other appliances, people seem to like using their smartphones to control their home. Mr. Postman aims to bring that same level of connectivity to snail mail deliveries."

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Why am I getting limited connectivity at my local open wifi hotspot? – Ask Leo!

Why am I getting limited connectivity at my local open wifi hotspot? – Ask Leo!: "Leo, sometimes when I attempt to connect to my local coffeehouse’s Wi-Fi, I can connect to a strong signal that has limited or no connectivity but others in the house are connected with no problem at the same time. The shop owner’s not willing to reset the router because it might take down his credit card machine or other patrons – all perfectly logical. Anyway, is there a setting in my laptop that might improve this situation? Rebooting does not help. Disabling wireless and restart does not help. I’m using Windows XP Pro, Service Pack 3 with all updates."

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Get two $5 credits from Amazon | The Cheapskate - CNET News

Get two $5 credits from Amazon | The Cheapskate - CNET News: "Now that you've blown all your money on holiday gifts for friends and family, I come to you today bearing one sweet freebie and one sort-of freebie.
For starters, do you have an Android-powered phone or tablet? You probably do most of your app shopping via Google Play, but there's another option: Amazon Appstore."

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Weird, wonderful world of smartphone camera accessories - CNET Reviews

Weird, wonderful world of smartphone camera accessories - CNET Reviews: "Most people use their smartphone as their only camera because it's always with them and they don't have to carry a second device.
Camera accessories for smartphones may seem a little backward for that reason, since you're actually carrying around more things. At some point you might as well just get an actual camera, right?"

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Windows XP: Microsoft’s ticking time bomb | Analysis | Features | PC Pro

Windows XP: Microsoft’s ticking time bomb | Analysis | Features | PC Pro: "Windows XP: Microsoft’s ticking time bomb
Posted on 19 Dec 2013 at 13:47

Shona Ghosh examines the security threat posed by Microsoft’s decision to end support for its 12-year-old OS in April
The final deadline for Windows XP support will act as a starting pistol for hackers, as they target hundreds of millions of users on unpatched systems.

Microsoft has already granted the 12-year-old OS several stays of execution, but the firm has said it will finally end extended support on 8 April 2014 – despite the fact that XP remains the second-most popular OS, with almost a third of PCs running it."

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Amazon rolls out interest-free payment plans for Kindle Fire HDX tablets | TechHive

Amazon rolls out interest-free payment plans for Kindle Fire HDX tablets | TechHive: "Amazon's Kindle Fire tablets are already some of the cheapest slates you can buy, but that's not good enough for Amazon. The online retailer wants to make it even easier on the pocketbook to pick up a Fire HDX for the holidays with new payment installment plans for both the Kindle Fire HDX and the Kindle Fire HDX 8.9."

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How to jailbreak iOS 7 on any iPhone or iPad

How to jailbreak iOS 7 on any iPhone or iPad: "Are you a fan of Apple's mobile devices, but wish their software wasn't quite so locked down? Well, today's your lucky day, as iOS hackers "the evad3rs" just released a huge jailbreak for all iOS 7 devices. That includes the iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPad Air, iPad mini ... if it runs iOS 7, it's covered. Read on, for Gizmag's fool-proof, step-by-step instructions."

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How I use Evernote to stave off hoarding tendencies | Ars Technica

How I use Evernote to stave off hoarding tendencies | Ars Technica: "As a kid, I kept everything. Literally everything. Maps and pamphlets from places I visited, various bits of string, rocks I found, any card anyone ever gave me, crappy miniature clay models of food I made once, the list goes on. Like probably everyone, by the time I reached adulthood, I was drowning in objects, more things than were sustainable or practical."

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The InfoWorld 2013 geek gadget gift guide - InfoWorld

The InfoWorld 2013 geek gadget gift guide - InfoWorld: "The gift-giving holidays are fast approaching, and geeks across the world are dreaming about techno toys. In the spirit of spreading holiday cheer of the gadget variety, InfoWorld.com presents our picks for the coolest gadgets for Christmas 2013 for that special geek in your life."

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10 Best Android Apps Of 2013 - InformationWeek

10 Best Android Apps Of 2013 - InformationWeek: "First, the disclaimer: We acknowledge the inherent lunacy of hand picking the 10 best apps from a field of 1 million and counting. Even when you subtract the obvious duds -- wallpaper, jokes, and farting apps need not apply -- you're left with a pretty sizable number of worthy contenders."

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50 Apps That Can Make You More Productive | PCMag.com

50 Apps That Can Make You More Productive | PCMag.com: "An obsession with productivity has brought unto our technological world a bevy of apps and services designed to help you get more out of yourself. If you can decrease the time it takes to complete a task or streamline some complicated process to be more efficient, everyone wins, right?"

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Manage Your iCloud Storage Rather Than Paying for Yearly Upgrades

Manage Your iCloud Storage Rather Than Paying for Yearly Upgrades: "When you sign up for an iCloud account, you automatically receive 5 gigabytes of free storage for backing up the contents of your iOS devices, iWork and other application data, and Mail messages."

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The Best Free Antivirus for 2013 | PCMag.com

The Best Free Antivirus for 2013 | PCMag.com: "Did you spend all your ready cash buying lovely holiday gifts for friends and family? Don't worry; you can still afford free antivirus protection. Hey, here's an idea for a home-made gift; install free antivirus for friends and relatives! Antivirus is a better gift than an ugly sweater or a light-up Santa necktie."

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HTG Reviews The Kindle Fire HDX: Amazon Finally Releases a Tablet Worth Talking About

HTG Reviews The Kindle Fire HDX: Amazon Finally Releases a Tablet Worth Talking About: "The tablet market is bursting at the seams with new models and innovations. One of the newest arrivals is the refresh of Amazon’s Kindle Fire lineup: the Kindle Fire HDX 7″ and 8.9″. We’ve been playing with, stress testing, and otherwise putting our pair through the paces over the last few weeks. Read on as we detail the good, the bad, and the verdict for the Kindle Fire."

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Everything You Need To Know About Switching To A Chromebook

Everything You Need To Know About Switching To A Chromebook: "Chromebooks are Google’s take on the laptop. They run a slimmed-down operating system optimized for getting on the web with just the Chrome browser and Chrome apps. If you can do everything in your browser with web-based services and online storage, you can switch to a Chromebook."

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2013 3D Printer Comparison Guide

2013 3D Printer Comparison Guide: "The 3D printer industry is growing in both the professional and maker markets. With more and more 3D printers diving under the US$4,000 price-point, is it time for you to pick up one of your own? Though the consumer end of the market is still young, business is booming, and this disruptive technology is something that will definitely appeal to many Gizmag readers. That’s why we’ve taken the top desktop 3D printers and lined them up for a side-by-side comparison."

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Turn an old Computer into a web server!

Turn an old Computer into a web server!: "wondering what to do with that network cable and that old computer you have collecting dust in your basement? well here's a little something that might be of some use to you.
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YouTube finally comes to Roku | TechHive

YouTube finally comes to Roku | TechHive: "Roku’s streaming set-top box has so many channels and services that it seems like you can watch anything on it, except sneezing pandas. Until now. YouTube finally has an official Roku channel, but only on Roku 3 players to start.


Roku 3

With the new channel, Roku 3 owners in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Ireland can watch all those deliciously viral videos, as well as subscribed channels, in up to 1080p HD."

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Browser Wars: Chrome vs. IE11 vs. Firefox | PCMag.com

Browser Wars: Chrome vs. IE11 vs. Firefox | PCMag.com: "Browser makers all say they want websites to be able to do everything that standalone applications are capable of. I've even heard one vendor posit that a very sophisticated program like Adobe Lightroom could eventually land in the browser. For this to happen, browsers need a lot more capabilities and lot more speed. The good news? Browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, and Opera are headed in exactly that direction. Today's browser can both do more things with your PC than their ancestors could, and they're able to do them a lot faster."

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How to keep your iOS 7 devices secure

How to keep your iOS 7 devices secure: "As their power increases, we're storing more and more of our important and personal data on our mobile devices. That's why it's of paramount importance that we make sure they're as secure from prying eyes as possible. Thankfully, iOS 7 has improved security features designed for just that. If you're the proud owner of an iPhone 4 or later, iPad 2 or later, iPad mini or 5th-gen iPod touch, here are some simple tips you can use to improve the chances your valuable data won't fall into the wrong hands."

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Top 10 coolest high tech toys for kids

Top 10 coolest high tech toys for kids: "Christmas is just around the corner and the hunt for the best kids toys out there has never been more exciting. With iPhone-controlled toys, customizable robots and smart toys that aim to teach kids life skills while entertaining them, the latest breed of high-tech toys have a lot to offer. Even books and pens, augmented with a little technology can read to kids or coach them to write. If you're looking to surprise junior with toys that feature a delightful technological twist, Gizmag's top 10 coolest tech toys for kids should give you plenty of ideas."

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8 Creative Uses for Google's Chromecast

8 Creative Uses for Google's Chromecast: "oogle’s Chromecast, which was announced last July, came into a crowded scene of gadgets that let you watch web-content on your TV. From the Roku to Smart TVs, there are lots of ways to get online videos onto your TV screen. What’s really cool about the Chromecast is that it goes far beyond just letting you watch online videos on your TV."

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Tips On Buying Computer - News - Bubblews

Tips On Buying Computer - News - Bubblews: "Actually, when we intend to buy a computer , the main thing we have to think there are two , namely :

1 . Used For What ?

Before buying a computer , first determine your destination buy a computer . For example : To learn graphic design , writing , surfing the web , playing games , and others . If the specified purpose , then you can specify the exact specifications . For example : If you will be used to study graphic design , the specifications of the processor and VGA should be sufficient . If you do not know about the specifications of computer components , you can consult the people who understand that no one bought ."

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LG Chromebase all-in-one joins list of Chrome OS-powered devices

LG Chromebase all-in-one joins list of Chrome OS-powered devices: "We've already seen a multitude of Chromebooks and a Chromebox, and now LG's Chromebase joins the list of Chrome-based computers. Set to be officially unveiled at CES next month, the Chromebase is the world's first all-in-one PC powered by Google's Linux-based Chrome operating system."

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Etiquette For Phones: Is Your Smartphone Making You Totally Obnoxious?

Etiquette For Phones: Is Your Smartphone Making You Totally Obnoxious?: "We’ve gone over the standard smartphone social fare: don’t text during a conversation, don’t ignore friends to take a long phone call, don’t send text messages completely full with abbreviated words.
But that’s all we’ve done: don’t, don’t, don’t."

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Apple iPad Mini with Retina Display - CNET Reviews

Apple iPad Mini with Retina Display - CNET Reviews: "The iPad Mini with Retina Display is the iPad Air in a smaller, cheaper package that's just as capable as its larger brother. Also, thanks to its smaller screen, the tablet's pixel density is one of the highest yet on any tablet. This is not only the best version of the iPad so far but, thanks to its incredible apps options and robust media ecosystem, it's the best small tablet, period."

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Service Providers light up the Cloud OS - The Official Microsoft Blog - Site Home - TechNet Blogs

Service Providers light up the Cloud OS - The Official Microsoft Blog - Site Home - TechNet Blogs: "Today, Microsoft introduced the Cloud OS Network, a worldwide group of more than 25 leading cloud service providers who have embraced our Cloud OS vision and will deliver hosted services built on the Microsoft Cloud Platform, which includes Windows Server with Hyper-V, System Center and the Windows Azure Pack. This announcement represents important progress against our goals and strategy for Cloud OS. More importantly, it is great news for enterprise customers across the globe."

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TechNet Virtual Labs

TechNet Virtual Labs:

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6 Tips for Mastering Microsoft’s Surface Pro

6 Tips for Mastering Microsoft’s Surface Pro: "If you’ve got your hands on Microsoft’s Surface Pro, there are a variety of things you should know. These tricks span everything from hidden keyboard shortcuts and freeing up disk space to using the pen and connecting standard headsets.

The information in this article should apply to both the original Surface Pro and Surface Pro 2. We tested this out with a Surface Pro 2, but the devices are fairly similar aside from the internals."

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Why You Can’t Use CPU Clock Speed to Compare Computer Performance

Why You Can’t Use CPU Clock Speed to Compare Computer Performance: "Shopping for a new computer? Don’t pay too much attention to CPU clock speed. “CPU speed” was once an easy, if not completely accurate, way to compare two computers’ performance — just compare the GHz. But not anymore.

Modern CPUs are more than fast enough for most basic tasks, so you’ll also want to look at other things when it comes to comparing performance. For example, does the computer come with an SSD or a slower magnetic hard disk?"

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The Most Significant New Hardware Products Of 2013

The Most Significant New Hardware Products Of 2013: "The big surprise of 2013 was that Apple didn’t wow us with any revolutionary hardware. Instead, the year was marked by valiant efforts from smaller companies like Pebble and Leap Motion, comebacks by old stalwarts like BlackBerry and Motorola, and capped by the launch of next-gen consoles. And perhaps most surprisingly, the best gadget of the year was the cheapest: Google’s incredible little Chromecast."

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The Most Significant New Hardware Products Of 2013

The Most Significant New Hardware Products Of 2013: "The big surprise of 2013 was that Apple didn’t wow us with any revolutionary hardware. Instead, the year was marked by valiant efforts from smaller companies like Pebble and Leap Motion, comebacks by old stalwarts like BlackBerry and Motorola, and capped by the launch of next-gen consoles. And perhaps most surprisingly, the best gadget of the year was the cheapest: Google’s incredible little Chromecast."

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2013 notebooks deserving of a place on your lap

2013 notebooks deserving of a place on your lap: "As I type this round-up of top laptops on my own Windows portable desktop replacement, I can't help thinking that maybe it's time for an upgrade. It seems like only yesterday that dual-core processors, 500 GB hard drives, a couple of hours of portable use and screen resolutions of 1366 x 768 were at the very tip of every salesperson's tongue. But these days such machines would probably have a hard time attracting flies. 2013 has been a year of high performance, low power processors, long battery life, and stunning displays. Read on for a selection of top performers that have caused Gizmag's heart to skip a beat or two."

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If my anti-virus is working properly, do I still need a firewall? – Ask Leo!

If my anti-virus is working properly, do I still need a firewall? – Ask Leo!: "There is no such thing as perfect anti-virus software, so it's wise to have another line of defense when online."

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Why Apple's 2014 won't be like 2013 | Apple - CNET News

Why Apple's 2014 won't be like 2013 | Apple - CNET News: "As 2013 draws to a close, Tim Cook is feeling good. The holiday quarter once again proved that Apple's products and stores can draw a crowd. Pent-up demand for new iPhones and iPads was satisfied once again, and Apple's reputation as a purveyor of objects of desire was reaffirmed. As a reward, Apple' stock price hit a 52-week high this month."

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The $38 Android Tablet Is Coming to the U.S. | News & Opinion | PCMag.com

The $38 Android Tablet Is Coming to the U.S. | News & Opinion | PCMag.com: "The $37.99 Android tablet is finally coming to the U.S. The Datawind Ubislate 7ci, which we checked out when it launched in India last year, is rolling out here with Wi-Fi, 2G, and 3G models to bridge the digital divide, according to Datawind CEO Suneet Singh Tuli."

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Key Microsoft engineer defects to rival Google | Internet & Media - CNET News

Key Microsoft engineer defects to rival Google | Internet & Media - CNET News: "Blaise Aguera y Arcas, an engineer and imagery expert who played a key role in development of Microsoft's Bing, has left the company for rival Google, according to a The New York Times report.
Aguera y Arcas confirmed in tweet Monday that he is "going to Google" and wrote in a personal blog post that it was the hardest decision of his life."

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How to set up and use Google Cloud Print

How to set up and use Google Cloud Print: "Google is doing its bit to delay the emergence of the paperless office with Google Cloud Print, a service that lets users print from web-connected devices, including Android and iOS mobile devices and PCs, from virtually anywhere in the world with an internet connection. So how exactly does it work? Here's a look at setting it up using either a standard printer connected to your computer or a Google Cloud Ready printer."

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So You Got a New Android Phone: Here's All You Need To Know

So You Got a New Android Phone: Here's All You Need To Know: "You bought your grandmother, sister or another loved one a new Android smartphone for the holidays: good move! Unfortunately, that deosn’t mean they’ll know how to use it. If this is their first Android device or if they’re upgrading from an old version, print this article and include it with your gift. It’s the perfect companion for their first foray into the world of modern Android phones."

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Surf Better With These 9 Killer Google Chrome Extensions - The Daily Beast

Surf Better With These 9 Killer Google Chrome Extensions - The Daily Beast: "Released in September 2008, Google’s Chrome Internet browser has wasted no time in dominating the Web. It was swiftly adopted by users looking for a cleaner, more intuitive interface for visiting their favorite websites. By May 2012, Chrome had surpassed Microsoft’s Internet Explorer, claiming 310 million users and nearing 40 percent of all Internet browser users."

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2013 Best of Year Laptop Awards - Reviewed.com Laptops

2013 Best of Year Laptop Awards - Reviewed.com Laptops: "A slew of laptops came tumbling through our labs this year, and in order to help you find the right computing companion, we put them each to the test.

From sheer power, to battery, to speed, to resolution, we looked these machines up and down in search of the best. There were losers, and there were winners, and now it's finally time to announce our Best of Year winners."

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Google Tips: New Site to Help you Use Google Products

Google Tips: New Site to Help you Use Google Products: "Google today launched a new site called Google Tips, which gives you helpful guidelines on how to use Google products. The site is broken into cards, Google’s latest design style of choice, each of which offers a quick description and the option to flip over to learn more. Every card can be shared to Google+, Twitter, Facebook, and via email."

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How to Get Started With Speech Recognition on Windows 7 or 8 — www.howtogeek.com — Readability

How to Get Started With Speech Recognition on Windows 7 or 8 — www.howtogeek.com — Readability: "Did you know Windows has had Speech Recognition built-in since Windows Vista? This is more than just a way to type by speaking aloud — you can use it to control applications and navigate the desktop with your voice."

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How to watch YouTube videos on your TV — howto.cnet.com — Readability

How to watch YouTube videos on your TV — howto.cnet.com — Readability: "When the time comes to view that hot new YouTube video everyone's talking about, which would you rather do: gather around a laptop, tablet, or, horrors, smartphone, or kick back and enjoy it on your big-screen TV?

Thought so.

Although YouTube was built for Web browsers, it can easily find a home in your living room. All you need is the right gear. If you don't have a so-called smart TV that already has a YouTube channel, here's an overview of the various ways to watch all your favorite cat videos from the comfort of your couch."

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Best free sites for learning how to write code — howto.cnet.com — Readability

Best free sites for learning how to write code — howto.cnet.com — Readability: "Not so long ago, typing was for secretaries, journalists, and would-be authors. Now we're all tapping away at keyboards and screens from morning until night.

The number of people who spend their workday coding continues to soar. In the not-too-distant future, writing code may be as commonplace as typing and other forms of text-keying are today."

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Sony reveals flash drive with full size and micro USB plugs

Sony reveals flash drive with full size and micro USB plugs: "Even with a microSD card installed, snapping a new photo every few minutes or regularly adding to your mobile music or video library can soon eat up the available storage on your smartphone or tablet. You could dig through the box of cables to offload some files to a computer, or even use Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for your transfer needs, but now Sony has come up with another option. Its latest USB flash drives have a full size USB connector at one end and a micro-USB plug at the other."

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Google Tips: New Site to Help you Use Google Products

Google Tips: New Site to Help you Use Google Products: "Google today launched a new site called Google Tips, which gives you helpful guidelines on how to use Google products. The site is broken into cards, Google’s latest design style of choice, each of which offers a quick description and the option to flip over to learn more. Every card can be shared to Google+, Twitter, Facebook, and via email."

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Why Do Some Network Plugs Have Covers and Some Are Naked? — www.howtogeek.com — Readability

Why Do Some Network Plugs Have Covers and Some Are Naked? — www.howtogeek.com — Readability: "Hang around an office long enough and you’ll see a distinct trend in network cabling. Some cables have a covered plug and some cables are naked. What’s the purpose of the little plug cover?"

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Microsoft Xbox One Review And Giveaway

Microsoft Xbox One Review And Giveaway:

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What Parents Need to Know About Web Filtering and Parental Controls — www.howtogeek.com — Readability

What Parents Need to Know About Web Filtering and Parental Controls — www.howtogeek.com — Readability: "It’s easy to set up parental controls and filter the web. These features are built into everything from Windows to the iPad. But none of these filtering solutions is perfect.

Filters aren’t useless — for example, whitelists can be particularly effective at keeping very young children on a handful of safe websites. But, as kids grow up, filters become less effective."

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6 Things You Can Prepare For Internet Downtime — www.makeuseof.com — Readability

6 Things You Can Prepare For Internet Downtime — www.makeuseof.com — Readability: "The Internet’s down, everybody panic! If you’ve ever said that, out loud, maybe it’s time to start thinking about how to prepare for outages.

Web-based services are awesome, but largely impossible to use if your Internet connection goes down. You should plan to be ready next time."

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Google Chromecast gets 10 new apps but app floodgates stay closed — www.techhive.com — Readability

Google Chromecast gets 10 new apps but app floodgates stay closed — www.techhive.com — Readability: "The number of apps supporting Google’s Chromecast dongle has ballooned to 17, including a few ways to beam your own photos and videos onto the television."

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How to transform any HDTV into a smart TV — www.techhive.com — Readability

How to transform any HDTV into a smart TV — www.techhive.com — Readability: "Lots of us jumped on the HD bandwagon the moment HDTVs became available. By being early adopters, we got to enjoy the benefits of HD content from the get-go. Unfortunately, the early equipment needed to watch HDTV was quickly rendered obsolete by better performing, more attractive, and smarter products."

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The Top 5 Chromebooks — www.pcmag.com — Readability

The Top 5 Chromebooks — www.pcmag.com — Readability: "There are a lot of laptops on the market, but what do you buy when you don't need much in the way of software support, and you don't want to spend hundreds of dollars? If you want to get online without spending a bundle, it's Chromebooks to the rescue. These inexpensive laptops may not offer a full Windows experience, but with many new designs to choose from, prices below $300, and a Web-centric experience that's perfect for social media and web-based productivity."

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Report: Windows Start menu to return in Windows 8.2 — www.pcworld.com — Readability

Report: Windows Start menu to return in Windows 8.2 — www.pcworld.com — Readability: "In what could be one of the more startling reversals since New Coke, a report released Monday claims that Microsoft will bring back a Windows 7-style Start menu to what is being called Windows 8.2. "

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How to Digitize/Backup Cassette Tapes and Other Old Media — www.howtogeek.com — Readability

How to Digitize/Backup Cassette Tapes and Other Old Media — www.howtogeek.com — Readability: "If you have some old cassette tapes lying around, it’s a good idea to digitize and back them up before they decide to show their age and stop working.  In this guide, we’ll show how to convert your old collections to digital files, and the best practices for doing so."

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Clean up your public Internet profile — www.pcworld.com — Readability

Clean up your public Internet profile — www.pcworld.com — Readability: "Removing your private information from one site isn't particularly difficult, but it can be a hassle. You have to go to the site, search for your own name, and make sure you're there. Then you have to find the site's privacy policy page and read it carefully--a task that isn't always easy if you're not a lawyer. Then you have to follow the instructions."

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10 Festive Wallpapers To Prepare Your Desktop For The Holidays — www.makeuseof.com — Readability

10 Festive Wallpapers To Prepare Your Desktop For The Holidays — www.makeuseof.com — Readability: "Did you notice that Christmas is coming? If you venture out of the house once in a while, you’ve probably noticed the decorations slowly going up. But what about your home?

With Christmas being almost 3 weeks away, chances are you haven’t started decorating, yet. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get into the holiday spirit right now. Unlike decorating your house, decorating your computer only takes seconds, and is a great way to put yourself in the right mood for the holidays."

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9 ways to stay below your data cap on Android and iOS — www.techhive.com — Readability

9 ways to stay below your data cap on Android and iOS — www.techhive.com — Readability: "Bad news, smartphone owners: Unlimited data plans are, for the most part, a thing of the past. Even if you’ve managed to hang on to your unlimited data plan on AT&T or Verizon, it’s likely not truly unlimited—your carrier probably throttles your data speeds if you exceed 2GB of downloaded data in a given billing period."

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Surf Better With These 9 Killer Google Chrome Extensions - The Daily Beast

Surf Better With These 9 Killer Google Chrome Extensions - The Daily Beast: "Released in September 2008, Google’s Chrome Internet browser has wasted no time in dominating the Web. It was swiftly adopted by users looking for a cleaner, more intuitive interface for visiting their favorite websites. By May 2012, Chrome had surpassed Microsoft’s Internet Explorer, claiming 310 million users and nearing 40 percent of all Internet browser users."

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6 awesome new Android apps you should check out | Android | Geek.com

6 awesome new Android apps you should check out | Android | Geek.com: "Android’s app selection has come a long way in the last few years. Things have progressed so much that many of the top developers get their apps in Google Play at the same time as Apple’s App Store. Android’s user base is big enough that even reaching a small segment can result in big sales, which leads to money for the developer and frequent updates for the apps. Still, that doesn’t mean you should lay your money or time on the line without doing some research into the best new Android apps."

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Upcoming USB Type-C connector won't have "right" and "wrong" sides — www.gizmag.com — Readability

Upcoming USB Type-C connector won't have "right" and "wrong" sides — www.gizmag.com — Readability: "Tired of trying to plug in a USB cable, only to discover that you have to flip it over? Well, it looks like that design could be going the way of the 5.25-inch floppy disk. Earlier this week, the USB 3.0 Promoter Group announced the development of the new USB Type-C connector, which will work in any plug orientation or cable direction."

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70 Things Every Computer Geek Should Know. | Arrow Webzine

70 Things Every Computer Geek Should Know. | Arrow Webzine: "The term ‘geek’, once used to label a circus freak, has morphed in meaning over the years. What was once an unusual profession transferred into a word indicating social awkwardness. As time has gone on, the word has yet again morphed to indicate a new type of individual: someone who is obsessive over one (or more) particular subjects, whether it be science, photography, electronics, computers, media, or any other field. A geek is one who isn’t satisfied knowing only the surface facts, but instead has a visceral desire to learn everything possible about a particular subject. A techie geek is usually one who knows a little about everything, and is thus the person family and friends turn to whenever they have a question. If you’re that type of person and are looking for a few extra skills to pick up, or if you’re a newbie aiming to get a handhold on the honor that is geekhood, read on to find out what skills you need to know."

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20 Best Free Apps For Mobile Entrepreneurs | OPEN Forum

20 Best Free Apps For Mobile Entrepreneurs | OPEN Forum: "NOVEMBER 05, 2013 More and more business is done on the road every day, and busy entrepreneurs are often at the forefront of mobile technology. Knowing which tech tools can make your road trips smoother is key to your success.
Make sure you’ve downloaded the latest and greatest apps that can boost your productivity no matter where you are."

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Wait, Firefox is an Operating System Now? Firefox OS Explained

Wait, Firefox is an Operating System Now? Firefox OS Explained: "Did you know that Mozilla is creating a new operating system built on top of Firefox, dubbed Firefox OS? This isn’t an operating system for your computer — Firefox OS is Mozilla’s attempt at a smartphone OS.

If you keep up on tech news, you’ve probably heard of Firefox OS. if you’re a normal person — or just a busy geek who doesn’t read all the tech news — you may not know much about it yet."

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Pointy pulses improve optical fiber throughput by a factor of 10 — www.gizmag.com — Readability

Pointy pulses improve optical fiber throughput by a factor of 10 — www.gizmag.com — Readability: "As the volume of data carried around the world via optical fibers continues to increase, researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) have found a way to increase data throughput capacity by ten times. Because it is based on changing the shape of light pulses to reduce the space between, the breakthrough would work on existing optical fiber infrastructure."

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Acer launches the Aspire Z3-600 portable All-in-One PC — www.gizmag.com — Readability

Acer launches the Aspire Z3-600 portable All-in-One PC — www.gizmag.com — Readability: "Acer is set to join the mobile All-in-One computer party later this month with the release of the Aspire Z3-600. Able to lie flat on a coffee table or stand proud on a desk, the new portable Windows 8 PC packs a Pentium quad-core processor, Harman Kardon speakers, gesture control, and a 6-cell Li-ion battery that allows for over 2.5 hours of use away from a power outlet. It offers the same Full HD display real estate as Sony's recently-released Vaio Tap 21, but has a significantly lower price tag."

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5 Ways To Improve Speed & Efficiency In Windows 8 — www.makeuseof.com — Readability

5 Ways To Improve Speed & Efficiency In Windows 8 — www.makeuseof.com — Readability: "Has Windows 8 slowed you down? We’ll get you back to speed! From boot to shutdown and everything in between – let us show you the best tweaks and shortcuts to efficiently use Windows 8.

Experienced Windows 8 users know the tricks that let them bypass the seemingly inefficient Start screen and mouse gestures for getting around the system. With the right tweaks and knowledge, a Windows 8 system doesn’t have to be more inefficient than a Windows 7 system. In fact, a Windows 8 PC might be even faster, as Windows 8 performs better than Windows 7 — especially when it comes to boot times."

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The Top 12 PC Settings in Windows 8.1 You Should Know — www.howtogeek.com — Readability

The Top 12 PC Settings in Windows 8.1 You Should Know — www.howtogeek.com — Readability: "Since Windows 8.1 has launched, a lot that has changed. Not so much with the Control Panel, but the Metro-themed “PC settings” that have definitely taken on more and more responsibilities; many control panels have finally been rolled into the PC settings, and we can probably expect that trend to continue as Microsoft introduces new versions of Windows 8."

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The Top 12 PC Settings in Windows 8.1 You Should Know — www.howtogeek.com — Readability

The Top 12 PC Settings in Windows 8.1 You Should Know — www.howtogeek.com — Readability: "Since Windows 8.1 has launched, a lot that has changed. Not so much with the Control Panel, but the Metro-themed “PC settings” that have definitely taken on more and more responsibilities; many control panels have finally been rolled into the PC settings, and we can probably expect that trend to continue as Microsoft introduces new versions of Windows 8."

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Roku 3 - CNET Reviews

Roku 3 - CNET Reviews: "The Roku 3 is the best streaming-video box you can buy. It supports more services than anything else, with a superfast interface and a remote that has a nifty built-in headphone jack. Best of all, it's only $100, making it perfectly giftable."

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Why Comcast and other cable ISPs aren’t selling you gigabit Internet — arstechnica.com — Readability

Why Comcast and other cable ISPs aren’t selling you gigabit Internet — arstechnica.com — Readability: "Gigabit-class broadband is capturing the imagination of Internet users throughout the country. With Google and other companies bringing fiber-based services that deliver a gigabit of data each second to the home, communities are accelerating their push to get the highest speeds."

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What Everybody Ought to Know About Dealing With Email Spam — www.makeuseof.com — Readability

What Everybody Ought to Know About Dealing With Email Spam — www.makeuseof.com — Readability: "Here’s one more reason for everyone to hate Mondays. They’re supposedly the busiest days for email spam, that frustrating stream of unsolicited emails about weight loss, Viagra, million-dollar lotteries, and what not."

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If Convertible: A smartphone, tablet and ultrabook in one — www.gizmag.com — Readability

If Convertible: A smartphone, tablet and ultrabook in one — www.gizmag.com — Readability: "After a series of legal wrangles derailed the 2003 release of the Xentex Flip-Pad, a dual-screen laptop with independently-pivoting screens, former Xentex founder and CEO Jeff Batio has climbed back on the horse and is preparing to launch an updated version. The If Convertible is a mobile device that flips and folds to transform from a dual-screen ultrabook to a tablet, with one screen also detaching to serve as a smartphone."

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The CNN 10: Inventions - CNN.com

The CNN 10: Inventions - CNN.com: "As schoolchildren, we learned the names of famous inventors from history: Alexander Graham Bell, Eli Whitney, Thomas Edison. Ask someone to name a famous modern-day inventor, though, and you’ll probably get a blank look. Today's heroes are celebrities: Actors, athletes, singers.
But where would we be without the Post-It Note, the smartphone, the luggage with wheels that rolls through the airport? Somebody invented each of those things, and we owe them all a debt for making our lives easier."

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Drool-Worthy $99 Kit Lets Kids Build Their Own Computers — www.wired.com — Readability

Drool-Worthy $99 Kit Lets Kids Build Their Own Computers — www.wired.com — Readability: "The Kano is a computer kit that's powered by Raspberry Pi."

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There will probably be no 8K. In fact, there will probably be no pixels at all in the future — www.redsharknews.com — Readability

There will probably be no 8K. In fact, there will probably be no pixels at all in the future — www.redsharknews.com — Readability: "There's a seemingly unstoppable trend towards more and more pixels. Greater resolution is heralded as the future of video. David Shapton doesn't think it is. He thinks there is another way. It's a radical suggestion, but completely plausible"

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ZAP Reader

ZAP Reader: "ZAP Reader is a web based speed reading program that will change the way you read on your computer. Current beta testers report reading twice as much in half the time—that's a 300% increase in reading speed, without any loss in comprehension! There is nothing to install, it works with most popular browsers, and it's totally free!"

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Share single Keyboard and Mouse with Multiple Computers over LAN

Share single Keyboard and Mouse with Multiple Computers over LAN: "Like me, are you also having multiple computers for different purposes and you go to each of them to run required application? This scenario is very much familiar for those who needs to test things on different platforms or required to provide technical support to other employees."

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15 MORE Free Guides That Really Teach You USEFUL Stuff

15 MORE Free Guides That Really Teach You USEFUL Stuff: "2010, we’ve written a bunch of new PDF manuals for you, on all kinds of subjects, from Facebook privacy to Dropbox tips."

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Turn an Old Computer into a Networked Backup, Streaming, or Torrenting Machine with NAS4Free

Turn an Old Computer into a Networked Backup, Streaming, or Torrenting Machine with NAS4Free: "At its most basic, Network attached storage, or NAS, is a great way to share files on your local network. But it's also a perfect solution for backing up your computers, streaming media across your home network, or even torrenting files to a central server. If you have an aging computer lying around, you can turn it into a NAS for for free with the open-source FreeNAS operating system. Here's how. "

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Computer Recycling Scheme is Filling Minds, Not Landfills | Gadgets, Science & Technology

Computer Recycling Scheme is Filling Minds, Not Landfills | Gadgets, Science & Technology: "One of the top concerns of people who want to donate their old computers is whether their personal data will be secure. Pass IT On For Good gives you a USB card that you insert into your computer. The card features proprietary software that will assess your computer’s condition. If it’s suitable for donation, the card will wipe all of your personal information and install a new operating system and educational software appropriate to the location the machine is bound for."

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