Could These 3 Social Networks Succeed Facebook?

Could These 3 Social Networks Succeed Facebook?: "Entropy. It’s why all the kings’ horses and all the kings’ men couldn’t put Humpty Dumpty back together again. It gives us time and makes your hair gray. Everything ends. And that includes Facebook.
Despite what MakeUseOf readers think, it’s been predicted that Facebook will shed 80% of its users by 2017 – but which social network will succeed it? Here are some likely candidates."



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Of Toasters And Smartphones: Apps And The Economy

Of Toasters And Smartphones: Apps And The Economy: "You bought your toaster, and now you can toast things with it. Sure: there are various bakers out there vying to sell you bread, and you need to pay your electricity bill to keep things working. But the company that makes your toaster isn’t hoping to take home a percentage of these sales – and it isn’t showing ads based on your past toasting history."



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The Windows 8.1 Update finally makes Microsoft's Metro future PC-friendly | PCWorld

The Windows 8.1 Update finally makes Microsoft's Metro future PC-friendly | PCWorld: "And amazingly, this digital love letter should woo over all but the most obstinate of the PC faithful. The Windows 8.1 Update is still not quite perfect, but it atones for Windows 8's most egregious sins, finally transforming Windows 8 into a desirable operating system even for diehard keyboard and mouse users. There's little reason not to migrate to Windows 8 if you're on the hunt for a new PC now."



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Windows XP Support Ends Today: Here’s How to Switch to Linux

Windows XP Support Ends Today: Here’s How to Switch to Linux: "Microsoft is done supporting Windows XP. If you want security patches, you’ll have to buy an new boxed copy of Windows or a new PC — or you can switch to Linux and get free security updates for years to come.

Not only is desktop Linux more powerful and feature-complete than ever, the operating system you use matters less than ever. With more software becoming web-based, Linux is on a more even footing with Windows and Mac OS X."



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The 3 Easiest Ways to Video Chat Online or On the Go

The 3 Easiest Ways to Video Chat Online or On the Go: "Video chat was once the future. In 2001: A Space Odyssey, the video phone was supposed to be an awe-inspiring example of future technology. Well, that future is here — video chat has been with us for many years.

We can now even video chat from almost anywhere thanks to smartphones with data connections. Laptops, tablets, and smartphones have built-in front-facing cameras, so video chat is within reach of practically everyone."



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Nanodot-based smartphone battery that recharges in 30 seconds

Nanodot-based smartphone battery that recharges in 30 seconds: "Today at Microsoft’s Think Next symposium in Tel Aviv, Israeli startup StoreDot has demonstrated the prototype of a nanodot-based smartphone battery it claims can fully charge in just under 30 seconds. With the company having plans for mass production, this technology could change the way we interact with portable electronics, and perhaps even help realize the dream of a fast-charging electric car."



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Microsoft Windows 8.1 Update Review & Rating | PCMag.com

Microsoft Windows 8.1 Update Review & Rating | PCMag.com: "The Windows 8.1 Update released at Microsoft Build on April 2 can be viewed as both a step backward and a step forward for Microsoft's vision of a hybrid OS that's equally comfortable on tablets, slates, laptops, and desktops. In the first version of its daring two-in-one OS bet, the company put nearly all the focus on the touch interface. With this update, mouse and keyboard users finally get the attention they've been clamoring for."



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8 Geeky Ways To Customize Windows To Your Needs

8 Geeky Ways To Customize Windows To Your Needs: "Whether you’re a tech guru or you feel as if you’re hardly getting by on your computer, customizing Windows is for everyone. That’s right – even if you don’t feel as though you’re the “tech savvy” type, you should customize Windows. In fact, there’s a pretty good chance it’ll help you navigate your computer better. And thanks to the Internet, you don’t have to figure these customizations out yourself – we’ve covered a significant portion of them right here on MakeUseOf."



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Bypass Georestrictions By Changing Your Smartphone's DNS Settings

Bypass Georestrictions By Changing Your Smartphone's DNS Settings: "DNS tunneling services allow you to access geo-restricted services just by changing your DNS server. In other words, you can watch American Netflix or Hulu by changing one setting. Services like UnoDNS and Unblock-Us aren’t just for your computer. They’ll work on smartphones, tablets, and even game consoles."



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10 Great Ways to Save Time & Money And Get Great Results From Your DSLR

10 Great Ways to Save Time & Money And Get Great Results From Your DSLR: "When you are doing something you love, time and money doesn’t really matter. Now, go and tell that to someone who wants to join a photography class. The good ones cost good shekels.
Photography is an expensive hobby, and it doesn’t get easier on the pocket as you graduate upwards with better skills. Don’t worry, the Internet is a burgeoning school for learning photography thanks to the trigger-happiness around the world."



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