How to Fix a Slow or Unresponsive Mac

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Although the iconic doll is almost exclusively referred to by her first name, Barbie’s full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts.

August 31, 2019 Did You Know? Although the iconic doll is almost exclusively referred to by her first name, Barbie’s full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts.   How to Fix a Slow or Unresponsive Mac Is your Mac slow? Do you see the spinning pinwheel of death every day? Don’t put up with it! Here’s how to diagnose the issue so you can fix the problem. Read More »   Advertisement How-To Geek Recommends Running Malwarebytes Alongside Your Antivirus Running antivirus is still important, but these days the really active threats are from spyware, adware, crapware, and the worst of all: ransomware. That's where Malwarebytes comes in. Malwarebytes not only protects your computer from malware, but does a better job of cleaning up an infected computer than anything else on the market. PC and Mac Click here to download   LIFESAVVY How to Get Started with Creative Writing Creative writing is a great way to express yourself, hone your writing skills, and be more imaginative. Want to start penning some inventive tales and poems? Here are the things that will help you get typing. Read More »   REVIEW GEEK How to Pick the Right Gaming Monitor for Your Needs Finding a good gaming monitor isn’t easy, and manufacturers aren’t keen to make it any easier. Here’s everything you need to know to track down a good one. Read More »   GEEK TRIVIA Famed Psychologist B.F. Skinner Once Taught Pigeons To? Use Morse Code » Play the National Anthem » Play Ping-Pong » Count Cards »     Follow Us on Social Media   Advertisement How-To Geek Recommends Running Malwarebytes Alongside Your Antivirus Running antivirus is still important, but these days the really active threats are from spyware, adware, crapware, and the worst of all: ransomware. That's where Malwarebytes comes in. Malwarebytes not only protects your computer from malware, but does a better job of cleaning up an infected computer than anything else on the market. PC and Mac Click here to download

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Windows 10's Tablet Mode May Be Replaced With the Desktop

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Introduced in 1996, Palm OS was the magic that drove the sales behind the wildly popular Palm, Inc. Personal Digital Assistants. The operating system went through five major revisions before discontinuation in 2009.

August 30, 2019 Did You Know? Introduced in 1996, Palm OS was the magic that drove the sales behind the wildly popular Palm, Inc. Personal Digital Assistants. The operating system went through five major revisions before discontinuation in 2009.   Windows 10’s Tablet Mode May Be Replaced With the Desktop Microsoft is now rolling out “a new tablet experience” for convertible PCs. This is a beta, but it looks like that Windows 8-style Tablet Mode is being replaced with a more touch-friendly desktop environment. Read More »   How to Quickly Switch Between Gmail Accounts on Android, iPhone, and iPad Google has a new gesture-based account switcher in some of its mobile apps that allows you to swipe between your various Google accounts. Here’s how to use it in Gmail, Google Maps, Drive, and more on Android, iPhone, and iPad. Read More »   How to Turn Off FaceTime on Your iPhone, iPad, and Mac FaceTime is automatically activated when you set up your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. If you don’t plan on using this feature, or if you don’t want your contacts to get in touch using FaceTime, you can simply turn it off. Read More »   How to Use Chrome’s Built-In Task Manager Most operating systems have a built-in task manager or resource monitor that lets you see all active processes and programs running on your computer. The Chrome web browser also has one that helps you end troublesome tabs and extensions. Read More »   Advertisement How-To Geek Recommends Running Malwarebytes Alongside Your Antivirus Running antivirus is still important, but these days the really active threats are from spyware, adware, crapware, and the worst of all: ransomware. That's where Malwarebytes comes in. Malwarebytes not only protects your computer from malware, but does a better job of cleaning up an infected computer than anything else on the market. PC and Mac Click here to download   How to Copy and Paste on a Chromebook Should you need to copy text from one document into another, don’t worry. Copying and pasting on a Chromebook works identically to how it works on any other operating system, and you can do it in a couple of ways. Read More »   LIFESAVVY How to Convince Your Boss to Let You Work from Home Do you hate your commute, but hate the idea of hunting down a new job even more? Don't give up on working from home just yet—a single conversation with your boss might be all you need. Read More »   GEEK TRIVIA The First Wearable Computer Was Used For What? Heads-Up Displays » Text-to-Speech » Gambling » Media Playback »     Follow Us on Social Media   Advertisement How-To Geek Recommends Running Malwarebytes Alongside Your Antivirus Running antivirus is still important, but these days the really active threats are from spyware, adware, crapware, and the worst of all: ransomware. That's where Malwarebytes comes in. Malwarebytes not only protects your computer from malware, but does a better job of cleaning up an infected computer than anything else on the market. PC and Mac Click here to download

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How to Convince Your Boss to Let You Work from Home

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Your car’s hazard lights aren’t just for when you’re broken down on the side of the road. If traffic backs up suddenly or you encounter a hazard like black ice, flip them on temporarily to alert drivers behind you.

August 30, 2019 Tip of the Day Your car’s hazard lights aren’t just for when you’re broken down on the side of the road. If traffic backs up suddenly or you encounter a hazard like black ice, flip them on temporarily to alert drivers behind you.   How to Convince Your Boss to Let You Work from Home Do you hate your commute, but hate the idea of hunting down a new job even more? Don't give up on working from home just yet—a single conversation with your boss might be all you need. Read More »   Follow Us on Social Media   What Is Pet Insurance (And Do I Need It)? For many people, pets are an essential and much-loved part of the family. Because of that (and the expense of veterinarian care), pet insurance is a thing. Here’s what you need to know about insuring your pet. Read More »   How to Prepare Your Kid to Stay Home Alone Somewhere between never leaving them home alone and sending them off to college, we start leaving our children home alone for short periods. Here’s how to transition between the two extremes. Read More »     The Best Sites for Making and Reviewing Flashcards Flashcards are not only an effective way to study but an effective way to study anywhere. Thanks to modern technology, you don't have to waste time writing out flashcards by hand,. Instead, you can use the following websites. Read More »

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How Writers Can Use GitHub to Store Their Work

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Some Roman gladiators endorsed products much like modern athletes do, but it is typically downplayed in movies and TV shows because it seems out of place and unbelievable to viewers.

August 29, 2019 Did You Know? Some Roman gladiators endorsed products much like modern athletes do, but it is typically downplayed in movies and TV shows because it seems out of place and unbelievable to viewers.   How Writers Can Use GitHub to Store Their Work There are many ways you can manage and store your writing projects. Some people prefer cloud storage services (like Dropbox) or online editors (like Google Docs), while others use desktop applications (like Microsoft Word). I use something called GitHub. Read More »   How to Use the chmod Command on Linux Control who can access files, search directories, and run scripts using the Linux’s chmod command. This command modifies Linux file permissions, which look complicated at first glance but are actually pretty simple once you know how they work. Read More »   How to Unlock Read-Only PowerPoint Presentations If you want unrestricted editorial rights to a read-only PowerPoint presentation, then you have to unlock it. The good news is that you can open it in a few simple clicks. Here's how. Read More »   How to Take a Photo on a Chromebook Your Chromebook comes equipped with a built-in camera you can use to snap pictures to post to your social media accounts or share with friends and family. Here’s how to take a photo on a Chromebook. Read More »   Advertisement How-To Geek Recommends Running Malwarebytes Alongside Your Antivirus Running antivirus is still important, but these days the really active threats are from spyware, adware, crapware, and the worst of all: ransomware. That's where Malwarebytes comes in. Malwarebytes not only protects your computer from malware, but does a better job of cleaning up an infected computer than anything else on the market. PC and Mac Click here to download   How to Force Restart Any iPhone or iPad Force Restarting an iPhone or iPad works as a quick fix for many iOS and iPadOS issues. If your device won’t boot up, or if you’re experiencing a system-level bug, before rushing to the Genius Bar, see if a force restart will fix the issue. Read More »   LIFESAVVY How to Cook a Steak Like a Chef (No Grill Necessary) A prime restaurant steak is tough to beat, but it can be a pricey venture. Learn to cook a steak at home with all the flavor at half the price, no grill necessary. Read More »   REVIEW GEEK The RAVPower 500GB Mini SSD Is a Small Encrypted Powerhouse RAVPower’s new 500 GB Mini SSD offers a glimpse into the future of SSDs. It’s small, cheap for its specs, and it even comes with encryption software. For $80, it’s one of the best future-ready external drives on the market. Read More »   REVIEW GEEK The Best Tactical Flashlights to Brighten the Darkness in Your Life Tactical flashlights come in all shapes and sizes. They’re handy in an emergency, and for nighttime work, hunting, or digging around in your garage. But which one is right for you? Read More »   GEEK TRIVIA Which Drink Is, Thanks To Federal Law, Now Artificially Flavored? 7-Up » Coca-Cola » Shasta » Root Beer »     Follow Us on Social Media   Advertisement Get a business phone system with online meetings, fax and more! For as low as $19.99 a month, RingCentral can get you an all-in-one Business Phone System with unlimited phone calls w/ HD Voice, Conferencing, and Toll Free numbers to name a few. Access more functionality such as Business SMS, Online meetings and even Facing without changing systems. Have your whole office up and running in a day or less. Get a free quote now!

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How to Cook a Steak Like a Chef (No Grill Necessary)

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Many people stop by grocery stores to get sturdy produce boxes when they move, but it’s worth stopping by local liquor stores too: alcohol shipping boxes are usually very sturdy and often a more manageable size than produce boxes.

August 29, 2019 Tip of the Day Many people stop by grocery stores to get sturdy produce boxes when they move, but it’s worth stopping by local liquor stores too: alcohol shipping boxes are usually very sturdy and often a more manageable size than produce boxes.   How to Cook a Steak Like a Chef (No Grill Necessary) A prime restaurant steak is tough to beat, but it can be a pricey venture. Learn to cook a steak at home with all the flavor at half the price, no grill necessary. Read More »   Follow Us on Social Media   Want to Get to Bed Earlier? Here's How! Whether it's to improve your mood, brain health, or energy level, you reap many benefits if you go to bed early. However, between work, family, Netflix, and social media, we sometimes struggle to make it to bed at a decent time. Read More »   How to Exchange Currency While Traveling Going on a trip to a foreign country? You’re probably pouring over Airbnb listings and planning the meals you’re going to eat. But it’s equally important (although, less exciting) to plan how you’re going to get money on your trip. Read More »     The Best Sites for Buying or Renting College Textbooks College books are expensive, but only if you pay the retail price. Before you go out and spend thousands of dollars on brand new books, check out these websites for some better deals. Read More »   Ran Out of Laundry Detergent? Here’s How to Fit In One More Load You’ve sorted your laundry, dumped a big load into the machine, and hefted up your jug of laundry detergent only to find it suspiciously light. Here’s how to get that load of laundry done before you run to the store. Read More »   Never Run Out of Household Essentials by Restocking Like a Business If you find yourself perpetually out of paper towels, dish soap, or other household essentials, why not steal a simple inventory management trick from the business world? Read More »

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