Build a DIY Secret Bookcase Doorway | Hack N Mod

Build a DIY Secret Bookcase Doorway | Hack N Mod: "Ever wanted that secret place in your house that only you and you family know about? Hell yes!  Believe it or not, it’s actually not that hard. In fact, all you need is a spare bookcase and some basic hardware and electronic components.  We’ve found two more superb ways to create DIY secret passageways in addition to our previous post:"

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The animated guide to Building a PC. Learn to build a PC from scratch with PCitYourself!

The animated guide to Building a PC. Learn to build a PC from scratch with PCitYourself!:

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Build Your Own Server |

Build Your Own Server |:

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Microsoft is Ending Support for Windows XP in 2014: What You Need to Know

Microsoft is Ending Support for Windows XP in 2014: What You Need to Know: "Microsoft will be ending support for Windows XP on April 8, 2014 after 12 and a half years of supporting it. Microsoft has gone out of their way to extend support on several occasions, but the 2014 deadline looks like the final one."

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The Economist explains: How might your choice of browser affect your job prospects? | The Economist

The Economist explains: How might your choice of browser affect your job prospects? | The Economist: "THE internet browser you are using to read this blog post could help a potential employer decide whether or not you would do well at a job. How might your choice of browser affect your job prospects?"

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12 Tips for Troubleshooting Your Internet Connection - 1. My New Router Won't Connect to the Internet - Slideshow from PCMag.com

12 Tips for Troubleshooting Your Internet Connection - 1. My New Router Won't Connect to the Internet - Slideshow from PCMag.com: "The Problem: You buy a new router. You disconnect the old router, connect the new one, and follow the manufacturer's instructions for setup. Even though you can see the new wireless network and can even connect your computer or device, you cannot browse the Internet.
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Top 5: Photo Apps for the iPhone

Top 5: Photo Apps for the iPhone: "The iPhone is a heck of a lot more than a mere phone. In fact, it's a darned good camera, too. With 8 megapixels, excellent low-light performance with an F2.4 aperture, sharp 5-element lens, and less than a second between-shot recovery time, the camera built into the iPhone is no slouch. In fact, unless I need telephoto capability, my iPhone is my go-to shooter—it's replaced my pocket point and shoot. The ability to trigger the shutter using the volume up button is another big reason I could this. Add the phones ability to geo-tag photos, and you've got a winning combo."

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Best Online Buying Guides to Consult Before Making a Purchase

Best Online Buying Guides to Consult Before Making a Purchase: "Planning on buying a new computer, a new DSLR camera, a new power tool, a new appliance, or a new piece of furniture? If so, you should always take your time before making a big purchase. I’ve always told friends and family to wait a bit and do a little research before going out and just buying something from a local store they are used to going too."

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HTG Explains: Why Is Smartphone Battery Life So Bad?

HTG Explains: Why Is Smartphone Battery Life So Bad?: "Phones have improved dramatically in the last ten years. Modern smartphones seem like a technology from an alien civilization when placed next to the original cell phones. But battery life hasn’t improved. In fact, battery life feels like it’s getting worse."

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How to Easily Create Selective Color Using Lightroom

How to Easily Create Selective Color Using Lightroom: "Selective color photography has been around for ages. It’s something that has been used in the movies – Schindler’s List and Sin City come to mind – and more recently Chase Freedom and Budweiser have used it in their ad campaigns to highlight their products. So even if you dislike selective color, or if haven’t given it much thought, you have to admit it’s a great technique to use when you’re trying to draw attention to a certain subject and is something useful to have in your tool belt."

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