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Storm coming? 7 essential tech prep steps to take before weather emergencies strike
Storm coming? 7 essential tech prep steps to take before weather emergencies strike
As peak hurricane season approaches, technology can keep you informed about the various ways to help keep you and your family safe - but only if you have the right gear and know how to use it.
Aug. 28, 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
I supersized my Surface Pro storage in 7 easy steps - and saved hundreds of dollars
I supersized my Surface Pro storage in 7 easy steps - and saved hundreds of dollars
Double? Quadruple? Nah, I OCTUPLED my Surface Pro storage. If you can use a screwdriver, you can do it, too. Here's how.
Aug. 27, 2024
LibreOffice now removes personal data from documents. Why that matters
LibreOffice now removes personal data from documents. Why that matters
If privacy and security are central to you or your business, this new feature from the open-source office suite LibreOffice is worth checking out. Here's how it works.
Aug. 27, 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
I changed these 8 Apple Watch settings to significantly improve battery life
I changed these 8 Apple Watch settings to significantly improve battery life
You may have noticed your Apple Watch starving for power in the latest watchOS 10. Luckily, some easy tweaks can fix this.
Aug. 20, 2024
The iOS 18 public beta is available for iPhone right now. How to download it (and which models support it)
The iOS 18 public beta is available for iPhone right now. How to download it (and which models support it)
The upcoming iPhone software version features greater customization, a Siri you'll want to use, and more. Here's how to test it before it's released.
Aug. 19, 2024
How to install Windows 11 the way you want (and bypass Microsoft's restrictions)
How to install Windows 11 the way you want (and bypass Microsoft's restrictions)
With the free Rufus utility, you can avoid Microsoft's stringent and annoying requirements to upgrade your existing Windows 10 PC or install Windows 11 on a clean computer - your way. Here's how to do it.
Aug. 18, 2024
How to upgrade your 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11
How to upgrade your 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11
You don't have to throw away a perfectly good PC just because it doesn't meet Microsoft's strict Windows 11 compatibility standards. Here's how you can work around the restrictions and safely upgrade a Windows 10 PC.
Aug. 17, 2024
How to use the Passwords app on your iPhone with iOS 18
How to use the Passwords app on your iPhone with iOS 18
Apple's Passwords app will help you create, manage, save, and sync passwords on your iPhone and other devices. Here's how to get started.
Aug. 16, 2024