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8 ways I'm preparing my iPhone for iOS 18 - and I recommend you do too
8 ways I'm preparing my iPhone for iOS 18 - and I recommend you do too
iOS 18 is here! But, for the smoothest, safest upgrade, take these steps before you take the plunge.
Sept. 17, 2024
How to set up a Linux NFS server on your home network (and why)
How to set up a Linux NFS server on your home network (and why)
If you need to share folders across your network and speed is your top priority, NFS might be the solution for you.
Sept. 16, 2024
How to upgrade Windows Home edition to Pro (and why you would)
How to upgrade Windows Home edition to Pro (and why you would)
You've got a new PC running Windows 11 Home. You want to upgrade to Windows 11 Pro. Here's how to make that upgrade happen, and how to restore that upgrade if necessary.
Sept. 13, 2024
How to easily share files between Windows and Android with Google's Quick Share
How to easily share files between Windows and Android with Google's Quick Share
Available for all Windows users, the Quick Share feature lets you exchange photos, videos, and other files with nearby Android devices. Here's how it works.
Sept. 9, 2024
How to set up God Mode in Windows 11 (and why you should)
How to set up God Mode in Windows 11 (and why you should)
God Mode provides easy access to an array of settings from one single window. Here's how it works.
Sept. 9, 2024
I changed 10 settings on my Android phone to dramatically improve battery life
I changed 10 settings on my Android phone to dramatically improve battery life
There are numerous ways to improve the battery life on your Android, but I've sifted through them all to highlight the most effective - plus an obvious bonus.
Sept. 5, 2024
How to access Linux NFS share folders from MacOS
How to access Linux NFS share folders from MacOS
If you have an NFS share on a Linux machine and you need to access it from MacOS, here's how it's done.
Sept. 4, 2024
Why 'debloating' Windows is a bad idea (and what to do instead)
Why 'debloating' Windows is a bad idea (and what to do instead)
Windows enthusiasts love to share strategies for getting rid of unwanted software and making your PC run faster while using fewer system resources. But here's why debloating can cause more problems than it's worth.
Aug. 31, 2024
How to customize your iPhone's Home screen in iOS 18 (it's easy!)
How to customize your iPhone's Home screen in iOS 18 (it's easy!)
The latest flavor of iOS offers a more direct - and nearly effortless - way for you to customize the look and layout of your Home screen. Here's what to know.
Aug. 28, 2024
How to use 'Tap to Cash' to send money in iOS 18
How to use 'Tap to Cash' to send money in iOS 18
You can easily send money to a fellow iPhone user by bringing your phones together.
Aug. 27, 2024
How to install Steam on Linux to start playing thousands of games
How to install Steam on Linux to start playing thousands of games
There are two ways to install the Steam application on any Ubuntu- or Debian-based distribution. One method is incredibly easy - and the other is even easier.
Aug. 26, 2024
How to make Windows updates less annoying, in three easy steps
How to make Windows updates less annoying, in three easy steps
Want to eliminate unpleasant update surprises? You can force Windows to follow your update schedule. Here's how.
Aug. 25, 2024