3 things you must know about Net Neutrality | Komando.com

3 things you must know about Net Neutrality | Komando.com: "The Federal Communications Commission made big waves this week when it released a draft of some new proposed rules. The rules would let broadband Internet service providers charge online companies more for better connections to customers."



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New Google Chrome extension lets you copy and delete text in images

New Google Chrome extension lets you copy and delete text in images: "It's generally just accepted that text embedded in images on the Web is inaccessible. Because images are rendered as a single layer, that's just the way it is ... or was, because a new extension for Google Chrome called Project Naptha now allows users to highlight and copy text from within images."



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10 Common Web Tasks You Can Do Without Signing Up

10 Common Web Tasks You Can Do Without Signing Up: "Security bugs like Heartbleed make it abundantly clear that your logins and passwords are not safe. But what if you could use the Web for common tasks like uploading photos and videos or chatting with friends, all without signing up for an account?"



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Refresh for iPhone is The Ace Up Your Sleeve at Business Meetings

Refresh for iPhone is The Ace Up Your Sleeve at Business Meetings: "Keeping track of business associates is demanding, particularly when there are so many of them. Nobody can be expected to remember everything, or keep track of everyone, but Refresh (free) is an app that can do it for you.
The app analyses your schedule, contacts relevant information from Facebook, LinkedIn and others, providing an at-a-glance profile that allows you to quickly catch up with associate’s latest happenings. You can even add your own notes, and the app will follow-up with you when your next meeting rolls around."



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7 Places Where You Can Download Premium PC Games Free & Legally

7 Places Where You Can Download Premium PC Games Free & Legally: "Want great games, but don’t want to pay? If you’re looking for the latest, you’re out of luck – assuming you’re not a pirate. But if you’re willing to play something a little older, you just might find something perfect for you."



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Android Guide: Managing Your Device’s Storage and Backups

Android Guide: Managing Your Device’s Storage and Backups: "Data management on Android is easy but you can still find yourself low on empty space very quickly. After all, your device has finite space. So, if you find yourself running out of space, then you need to take action."



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HTG Explains: Should You Change Your Passwords Regularly?

HTG Explains: Should You Change Your Passwords Regularly?: "“Change your passwords regularly” is a common piece of password advice, but it isn’t necessarily good advice. You shouldn’t bother changing most passwords regularly — it encourages you to use weaker passwords and wastes your time.

Yes, there are some situations where you’ll want to regularly change your passwords. But those will probably be the exception rather than the rule. Telling typical computer users they need to regularly change their passwords is a mistake."



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How to Perform a Clean Install of Windows 8.1 With a Windows 8 Key

How to Perform a Clean Install of Windows 8.1 With a Windows 8 Key: "Windows 8.1 is a free upgrade to all Windows 8 users, but you normally can’t install Windows 8.1 with a Windows 8 product key. Luckily, you can get around this limitation if you really want a fresh install of Windows 8.1.

Microsoft also only allows you to download Windows 8.1 installation media with a Windows 8.1 key, so we’ll show you another trick that allows you to download Windows 8.1 installation media with a valid Windows 8 key."



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Tricks to instantly boost your Wi-Fi for computers, tablets and other gadgets | Komando.com

Tricks to instantly boost your Wi-Fi for computers, tablets and other gadgets | Komando.com: "The joy of Wi-Fi is that you can use your gadgets anywhere in your house. Want to browse the Internet on your couch with a tablet? Sure.

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Want to download the latest recipes on your laptop in the kitchen? Great.

Want to get your smart TV in the back bedroom online? Oops."



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10 Money Management Tools Inside Google Drive You Should Use Today

10 Money Management Tools Inside Google Drive You Should Use Today: "Managing money. What a waste of time, isn’t it? The problem is, if you don’t manage it, you end up without it. Not much fun. So, how about a few useful money management tools to help you get started right inside your Google Drive account?"



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