How to Clean Up Your Mac Desktop and Increase Productivity

A lot of users tend to store things on their desktop for easier access. As a result, it can get cluttered quite quickly. A cluttered desktop can not only decrease productivity but can also cause cognitive stress. It makes things harder to find, and of course, it doesn’t look good to the eye. Some users might try to organize their desktop now and then, but they give up at some point as the process gets cumbersome. Today we’ll show you how to clean up your Mac’s desktop for once and all, both manually and automatically. Organize Desktop Icons Using Built-In...

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This Hidden Windows 10 Feature Can Give You Virtual Surround Sound

The Windows 10 Creators Update contains some hidden jewels you may not have found yet. One such jewel is Windows Sonic, a new spatial surround sound tool for Windows 10. This small program modifies headphone audio to emulate a 3D living room-style environment. That makes it a fantastic addition for both movie and ingame sound design. Best of all, it’s available completely for free when you upgrade to the Windows 10 Creators Update. Windows Sonic: All-Around Surround Sound With Microsoft’s new push to create an all-inclusive operating system (OS), they’ve attempted to integrate desktop features in consoles and visa versa....

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Make Gmail Better Than Outlook With These Chrome Extensions

Gmail and Outlook are two different beasts. Compared to the industry standard, Gmail is missing features and the look you may be used to. What you may not know is there are several ways in which you can make Gmail mirror Outlook in its appearance, function, and operation. In addition to various official features that you can enable through Gmail, you can also install browser extensions to change things up a bit. Here are eight Chrome extensions to help you make Gmail more like Outlook. Note: If you want to completely switch from Gmail to Microsoft Outlook and currently use...

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The Best Stephen King Movies to Stream on Netflix and Amazon

Most people would agree that renowned author Stephen King knows how to tell a story. So when his gripping tales began being turned into movies several decades ago, fans rushed to theaters to see if the films could live up to the books. Since 1976, there have been countless adaptations of King’s short stories and novels. And if you’re a fan of the master of horror, you probably enjoy watching the films produced from his source material. Yes, even the bad ones. Dim the lights, grab the popcorn, and open Netflix or Amazon Prime Video because we have a list...

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Learn Linux With SoaS, a Child-Friendly OS

Linux operating systems (OS) are often challenging for newcomers. Although Linux distributions such as ChaletOS and Manjaro target entry-level users and those switching from Windows, there’s still a steep learning curve. Aspects including the command line and fiddling with dependencies admittedly aren’t beginner friendly. But Linux is a superb operating system for kids to learn. With a multitude of projects for kids and even simple kid-appropriate Linux distros, learning Linux from an early age carries its many benefits. Check out Sugar on a Stick (SoaS), an educational Linux OS. What Is Sugar on a Stick? Sugar on a Stick, or...

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Apple Suffers Major iPhone 8 and X Leak Days Before Launch

Apple has suffered a major leak just two days before a major launch event. What do we now know about the iPhone 8? Let's find out.

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11 Things You Must Do With a Brand New Laptop

Some people say that laptops aren’t needed anymore: they’re less portable than tablets and less powerful than desktop PCs, straddling a weird “worst of both worlds” line. But I still love them and I think they’re still useful, especially if you’re a student. Perhaps you agree. So you’ve gone ahead and bought a new laptop for work, have you? Or maybe you’ve received one as a gift to get you through college? These next few years are going to be a joy for you — but only if you take some time right now to set it up properly. Here...

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These 8 Overcooked Tips Will Help You Serve Up Victory

If you’re a simulation game fan, then you’ve probably heard of Overcooked. While Overcooked originally came out in August 2016 for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One, the game just joined the great list of Nintendo Switch eShop games in July 2017. For those who aren’t in the know, Overcooked is a frantic cooking simulation game that offers co-op and competitive play. It’s packed with insane kitchens full of various obstacles and hazards. Players must rapidly prepare different recipes and fulfill customer orders within a time limit. Overcooked is crazy cooking fun for everyone, especially when playing with friends through...

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How to Access Secret Settings in Microsoft Edge

You’ve probably heard of browser flags: hidden experimental features that you can toggle and try out. For instance, tweaking some of Chrome’s flags can make it even speedier. If you like getting cutting-edge features and don’t mind the potential for experimental glitches, enabling flags is a fun way to check out what developers are working on. Now it’s possible for you to try out some flags in Microsoft Edge. We’ve already covered all of Edge’s existing settings, but it’s no secret that Edge doesn’t feature the same amount of customization seen in other browsers. Enabling some of these tweaks could make...

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How to Prevent Identity Theft by Freezing Your Credit

Your personal data has been compromised, but your identity not yet stolen. Is there anything you can do to mitigate your risks? Well, you could try freezing your credit -- here's how.

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The Internet’s Biggest Fails on Facebook, YouTube, Google Maps, and More

Ah, schadenfreude! So universal is our tendency to laugh at the misfortune of others that the Germans invented a term for it. Not to be left behind, the internet coined its own term: “Fail.” Let’s witness the best (or worst?) of these. Well, let’s be clear, this isn’t the worst of the web. Fails are all about genuine attempts that went horribly wrong. Fails encompass everything from unintentional slapstick to hilarious arguments. And they don’t discriminate between sites, whether you are Facebook, Google Maps, or something else. As long as there is a fail to be seen, you will find...

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Google Beings Major YouTube HDR Rollout for Android Mobile App

Google has updated the Android YouTube app to provide HDR video to certain handsets. Find out which ones!

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How to Set Up a VPN on an Amazon Fire TV Stick

Using a VPN on your Fire TV can have a lot of benefits.

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Characteristics of C Programming That Make It Unique (And Better)

The C programming language is the mother of all modern programming languages. Almost every language in use today includes several features which first appeared in the C language. It has been extensively used to write software for the smallest embedded microcomputers to the largest mainframes and supercomputers. Applications written in C range in a wide variety from system software, desktop software, enterprise software, databases, etc. You would do very well to start a programming career with a knowledge of the basics of C. A Brief History of C The development of the C language is very closely associated with Unix....

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How to Repair Broken AVI Files That Won’t Play

You’ve bagged yourself a copy of Game of Thrones from a friend, made a cup of tea, and are about to settle down for a night in front of the television. But disaster strikes: the AVI file won’t play. Your evening’s plans lie in tatters. What are you supposed to do? It’s not on Netflix, you don’t want to break the law by downloading a torrent, and you’ve long-since missed the live screening on HBO. Don’t worry; your evening can still be saved! Here’s how to quickly repair AVI files that won’t play. Why Does an AVI File Become Corrupted?...

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How to Find, Install, and Remove Safari Extensions on Mac

Safari extensions allow you to customize and enhance your browsing experience. Extensions can help you make the most of your favorite sites, browse securely with password managers, change the appearance of webpages, and bookmark or manage tabs. Extensions can also help make working with social media services, like Facebook, easier. You can also increase productivity with extensions and manage your time better using extensions that allow you to save webpages for reading later. Today we’ll look at where to find Safari extensions, how to install them, how to update them, and how to disable or uninstall any you no longer...

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5 Easy Ways You Can Travel More for Cheap Starting Now

It’s no secret that travel can be harsh on the wallet. The cost of hotels, flights, meals, drinks, and days out can quickly lead to a hefty credit card bill in just a few days. But with a few travel tricks up your sleeve, and some resources on hand, it’s not too hard to save yourself a small fortune while on vacation. A small fortune that will fund yet more travel! This is a topic we’ve written plenty about in the past. We’ve shown you how to find more affordable travel deals and how to land cheaper airfare. We’ve even...

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Google Assistant App Getting Major Contextual Update Package

Google has introduced a number of new features aimed at making its integrated Google Assistant much more useful, in a range of circumstances. Extra Assistance Google unveiled a range of impressive new features for their Assistant at the Google Developer Days keynote. Particularly interesting was the new contextual awareness shown by their Assistant app. The updated app will now attempt to answer your vaguest questions by assessing a range of criteria. In keynote video below, you can see Behshad Behzadi, Director of Conversational Search, exhibiting the apps ability to grasp context. (I’ve included timed links if you want to skip...

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5 Free Windows Movie Maker Alternatives

Windows Movie Maker was finally retired in 2017. After nearly two decades of being available free with Windows, Microsoft’s video editing tool is no more. While it is possible to install it via third-party websites, the lack of Microsoft Support makes this a bad idea. Instead, it’s time to turn your attention to an alternative. Many free video editing tools are available for Windows, so there’s no longer any need to hold onto Movie Maker. Move onto a fresh new edit with one of these five top choices. Although other more complex video editors are available, we’ve focused on free...

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How to Check If Your Data Was Stolen in the Equifax Breach

News just surfaced of a data breach that affects up to 80 percent of all U.S. credit card users, and the credit reporting giant Equifax is doing a terrible job of reassuring customers. As of this writing, getting through to the company is difficult on the phone and online, and this has many in a panic. What Data Was Stolen in the Breach? Equifax revealed what is potentially one of the biggest data breaches in U.S. history, and the company could be facing a $1 billion lawsuit as a result. Though the hack was discovered on July 29, it was only just revealed by the company....

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