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Bookmark Any Web Page with a Single Keystroke
Want to improve your Web-browsing productivity? Learn the keyboard shortcut for bookmarking the page you're on.How-To
16 PC Mysteries Solved!
Our digital detectives uncover the truth behind some of tech’s most baffling questions.How-To
How to Use a Kindle DX as a PC Display
With a few tools and tricks, you can transform your Kindle DX e-reader into a second screen for your Windows computer.How-To
How to Build a PC for Photographers
The ideal PC for digital photography minimizes workflow hassles while maximizing performance and capacity. Here's what to look for.How-To
How to Get Started With Music on Google Play
We give you all the tips and tricks you need to have Google stream your songs.How-To
Tablet Encryption 101
Thinking about encrypting your Apple or Android tablet? The process can be daunting, but here's how to do it.How-To
Turn your old iPad into a dedicated e-reader
Your new iPad needn't relegate your old one to a neglected spot on your nightstand. With minimal effort, you can convert the older one into a dedicated e-reading tablet.Answer Line
Should I Update My BIOS?
Rohkai asked the Answer Line forum if a PC's BIOS, like an operating system or an antivirus, should be kept up to dateAnswer Line
Sync Mail, Contacts, Calendar with Your iOS Device
SuPaw asked the Networking forum how best to sync multiple email accounts, plus contacts and a calendar, so that it's all accessible on both a Windows PC and an iPadDigital Focus
How to Take Better Photos With Your Phone
Here are four great tips for capturing better-quality photos with your smartphone's camera.How-To
How to Install Ice Cream Sandwich on Your Kindle Fire
With just a bit of work you can set up Android 4.0 on your Kindle Fire, transforming the device into a powerful general-purpose tablet with an unbeatable price tag.How-To
How to Maintain Your Android Phone
Android phones can become slow and clunky with age, but these tips can help get your phone running like new again.Hassle-Free PC
Fix Facebook’s Annoying Email Switcheroo: How To
Don't look now, but Facebook just disabled your primary email address in favor of your Facebook address. Here's how to undo that unwelcome change.How-To
How to change photos from color to black and white in iPhoto for iOS
Classic black and white effect can add a touch of timelessness to your photos, or you can use it to show off dramatic shadows and color contrasts.How-To
Why You Don’t Need to Work in an Office Ever Again
With the help of a few high-tech tools, you can run a real business without ever stepping foot in an office.How-To
How to Edit Office Documents on Your Tablet
You can use your iPad or Android tablet to view and edit office documents instead of having to boot up your bulky laptop.How-To
How to Benchmark Your Android Device
Evaluating the performance of Android-based devices is serious business. We show you how to conduct testing in a way that produces consistent, repeatable results.How-To
37 Tech Shortcuts From the Experts
Fly through your daily tasks with these 37 proven productivity boosters.Answer Line
Delete Linked Calendar Entries In Android
The calendar on Jstanaway's Android phone displays appointments that he never made–hundreds of them from someone else's calendar. He can't delete them. He asked the Answer Line forum for advice.Hassle-Free PC
Condense Icons on Your Google Chrome Bookmarks Bar
Looking to make more icons visible atop your browser? This easy tweak takes out favicon text.How-To
How to Quit Facebook Without Losing the Best Facebook Features
Here are a few free and easy-to-use alternative services that can help you stay social after quitting Facebook.How-To
How to Control Your Facebook Privacy Settings
A quick and easy guide to taking control of your privacy on Facebook.How-To
How to Deal With Tech Distractions
Save time and increase your productivity with this guide to the best tips, tricks, and free software for eliminating tech distractions.How-To
How to Edit Office Documents on Your Smartphone
We show you which apps are best for editing documents on your smartphone, and how to get them up and running with your Dropbox account or other cloud storage services.Hassle-Free PC
Use Google Voice to Send Text Messages From a Tablet
Like using GV for messaging on the desktop? You'll like its free and easy companion app as well.How-To
How to Stop Your Social Networks From Distracting You
Turn off push notifications, disable automatic e-mail updates, and prevent your social networks from ruining your productivity.How-To
How to Increase Your Klout Score
Learn what a Klout score is, how it works, and how you can make it work for you.How-To
Getting Started With Google Chrome and Google Voice
Learn how to handle downloads in Google Chrome, and get some useful tips for Google Voice.How-To
How Switching to VoIP Can Save You Money
Migrating your business to a Voice-over-IP communications system may save you a big chunk of change in the long run. Here's why (and how) to cut the phone line and go VoIP-only.How-To
How to Migrate From BlackBerry to Android
Whether you've persuaded your colleagues to take the plunge with you or are just striking out on your own, we provide a few essential tips for moving from a BlackBerry device to an Android handset.Hassle-Free PC
Should You Make Gmail the Default Mail Client in Google Chrome?
A reader isn't sure how to answer the question Chrome recently started asking him. Here's how to decide.Answer Line
Expand Your Smartphone’s Battery Life
The battery in Marjorie Hoosier's smartphone doesn't last through the day. She asked the Cell Phones, Mobile Devices forum for advice.How-To
How to Connect Your HDTV and Smartphone With MHL
Do you own an MHL-certified smartphone, tablet, or HDTV? Mobile High-Definition Link technology lets your mobile device play movies, games, and apps in HD on your big screen. Here's how to make an MHL connection in your home theater.BizFeed
How to Not Spam Twitter: 5 Tips
Think you're being a good business citizen on Twitter? As Twitter takes action against spammers, pay fresh attention to your tweeting habits.How-To
How to Root Your Verizon Galaxy Nexus
Rooting an Android smartphone is not for the faint of heart. Follow our simple guide to better understand how to root your Samsung Galaxy Nexus smartphone.Answer Line
Sync Browser Bookmarks Between Windows and Android
JimH443 asked the Web Browsing and Email forum how to keep the same browser bookmarks on his PC and his Android phoneHow-To
How To Get Your Photos Off Instagram
With more than fifteen million accounts, chances are good that you or someone you know uses Instagram to edit and share photographs online. Here's how to download those photos to your hard drive.How-To
How to buy a smartphone for business
Want a phone that can double as a personal assistant? How about one that can help you make presentations on the go? Here’s what you need to know before buying a business-friendly smartphone.How-To
Use Your Browser as a Productivity Tool
Improve your online efficiency with these three techniques and systems for time management.How-To
How To Update Your PC’s BIOS
A BIOS update can give your PC a new lease on life. But if you do it incorrectly, it could prevent your computer from starting normally.Hassle-Free PC
Find Tablet-Friendly Android Apps with Tablified Market
An app that helps you find other apps? That's exactly what Tablified Market does. It's a must-have for owners of newer Android tablets.
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Configuring an old iPad for your child
Now that the iPad has reached its third iteration, it's not uncommon to find multiple iPads in one home. Should you wish to pass your old iPad along to a child you'll need to configure it in an appropriate way. Here are tips for doing just that.How-To
How to Prepare Your Facebook Business Page for Timeline
Ready or not, the Timeline layout is now coming to all brand pages on Facebook. Here's how to give your Facebook presence a competitive advantage.How-To
Manage Your Social Networking From One Spot, Cut Down on Email
Here are a couple of free services that let you manage all your social networks from one place and cut down on email from Facebook, Tumblr, and more.How-To
Turn your old iPad into a dedicated kitchen tablet
If you spend a lot of time at the stove, your old iPad could get a new life as a very useful kitchen tool. Here's how to set it up and what to consider when turning your iPad into a dedicated kitchen tablet.Hassle-Free PC
Avoid Fake Online Stores with Zscaler Safe Shopping Plug-in
Now available for all browsers, this handy tool alerts you when you visit a bogus or compromised e-commerce site.How-To
How to Stay Below Your Data Cap on Android
10 easy tips to help Android users avoid cellular overage charges and data throttling.How-To
Facebook Tips: Change Profile Picture, Zoom Photos
Learn how to change your Facebook profile photo and use an add-on to quickly zoom photos in your news feed.How-To