Monday, May 12, 2014

Chromebooks looking to replace PCs by going offline | PCWorld

Chromebooks looking to replace PCs by going offline | PCWorld: "Google is adding more features to Chromebook applications so that they can be used without accessing the Web, addressing a common complaint among users who want the laptops to function more like traditional PCs."



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Google Chrome flirts with killing URLs | PCWorld

Google Chrome flirts with killing URLs | PCWorld: "Google has an interesting idea for upcoming versions of Chrome that could either make browsing safer or destroy the web as we know it. The latest build of Canary, Google's experimental version of the Chrome browser, introduced a feature that does away with URLs, also known as web addresses."



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How do I bypass provider throttling on streaming Netflix or YouTube?

How do I bypass provider throttling on streaming Netflix or YouTube?: "
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I have Internet service that is hindered enough to prevent streaming of Netflix Shows/movies on my brand new Smart LG TV. I have been hearing about a USB plugin to get this type of streaming – it lets me get YouTube right now but Netflix requires a faster Internet speed (more Mbps?) and Fairpoint. my provider. does not provide the higher speed in my particular area."



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Researcher seeks to draw a line between games addiction and 'highly enthusiastic' play | Polygon

Researcher seeks to draw a line between games addiction and 'highly enthusiastic' play | Polygon: "Video games addiction remains a controversial topic both inside and outside the field of mental health, and a researcher is seeking to explain the difference between what is problematic game-playing behavior and that which is just highly enthusiastic."



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How to Use Voice Search and Google Now in Chrome on Your Desktop

How to Use Voice Search and Google Now in Chrome on Your Desktop: "Chrome is gradually becoming more of a platform, and some of the best features of Android are making their way to Windows. With voice search and Google Now support, Google beat Microsoft’s own Cortana service to Windows."



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Awesome Things You Can Automatically Import To Google Calendar

Awesome Things You Can Automatically Import To Google Calendar: "Show me a full calendar, and I’ll show you a successful person. A calendar should be a tool that keeps every aspect of your life focused in one place, allowing you to worry less and accomplish more. The following are a few useful ways that you can import more important information into your Google Calendar."



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Yes, that's a new CNET iOS app for you (and some other big stuff) - CNET

Yes, that's a new CNET iOS app for you (and some other big stuff) - CNET: "You asked, we delivered: a wholly new iOS app that puts CNET's best work front-and-center and lets you filter by where you live. (Don't worry -- Android is coming soon. And Windows Phone is already here.)"



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