Supersize your free cloud storage to 100GB or more | PCWorld

Supersize your free cloud storage to 100GB or more | PCWorld: "Just a few short years ago, cloud storage services that synced files and folders across multiple PCs and mobile devices were just a dream. But thanks to the rapid rise of entities like Dropbox, SugarSync, and Google Drive, cloud storage and syncing services are nearly ubiquitous today, acting as hard drives in the sky that help you do all kinds of things—such as creating a bulletproof (almost) backup system or turbocharging your productivity to blistering new levels—no matter where you are."

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PC Cleaning Apps are a Scam: Here’s Why (and How to Speed Up Your PC)

PC Cleaning Apps are a Scam: Here’s Why (and How to Speed Up Your PC): "PC cleaning apps are digital snake oil. The web is full of ads for applications that want to “clean your PC” and “make it feel like new.” Don’t pull out your credit card — these apps are terrible and you don’t need them."

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Three essential security add-ons for Firefox, Chrome, and IE | How To - CNET

Three essential security add-ons for Firefox, Chrome, and IE | How To - CNET: "The free extensions for Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and Internet Explorer thwart trackers, block ads (in Firefox and Chrome), and rate the safety of links before you click them: Ghostery, Adblock Plus, and Web of Trust, respectively."

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iCan't: 5 Things Android Users Take For Granted and iPhone Users Just Can't Do

iCan't: 5 Things Android Users Take For Granted and iPhone Users Just Can't Do: "Have you ever thought that there might be a reason Android users brag about their customizability? Sure, as an iPhone user, you can add and configure apps, change your wallpaper, and otherwise make yourself feel at home. But at the end of the day, you’ve only changed a few small details."

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What Does "Dual Core" & "Quad Core" Mean? [MakeUseOf Explains]

What Does "Dual Core" & "Quad Core" Mean? [MakeUseOf Explains]: "At one point, our computers had a central processing unit (CPU) with a single core. These days, most CPUs you’ll come across are dual core, quad core, or even octo core. We’ll explain exactly what a core is, dual core vs quad core, and how this all impacts your real-world computer usage."

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How to Use Multiple Disks Intelligently: An Introduction to RAID

How to Use Multiple Disks Intelligently: An Introduction to RAID: "RAID allows you to combine multiple physical hard drives into a single logical hard drive. This allows you to mirror your data across two hard drives, ensuring you always have your important data stored in multiple places."

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Why Won't Windows Play My DVD Or Blu-ray Disc?

Why Won't Windows Play My DVD Or Blu-ray Disc?: "You insert a DVD into your Windows 8 computer – you want to watch a movie. Nothing happens.
You try opening Windows Media Player. It can’t play the disk."

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What ActiveX Controls Are and Why They’re Dangerous

What ActiveX Controls Are and Why They’re Dangerous: "ActiveX controls are Internet Explorer’s version of plug-ins. For example, Internet Explorer’s Flash player is an ActiveX control. Unfortunately, ActiveX controls have been a significant source of security problems."

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QR Codes Explained: Why You See Those Square Barcodes Everywhere

QR Codes Explained: Why You See Those Square Barcodes Everywhere: "QR codes are plastered on advertisements, billboards, business windows, and products. They appear to be very popular among marketers, although it’s rare to see anyone actually scanning one."

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15 ways to improve your iPhone's battery life | ZDNet

15 ways to improve your iPhone's battery life | ZDNet: " While the iPhone is booming in popularity, its battery still isn't that good. But by applying a few system tweaks, you can improve your iPhone's battery life considerably."

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