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Friday, December 27, 2013

9 New Articles on MakeUseOf

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Cool Websites & Tools – Share Special Moments, Play Spotify With Winamp, & Summarize Customer Reviews

Posted: 26 Dec 2013 08:31 PM PST

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Mum & Dad – links both parents securely to a shared account for their child. Both parents can create, and view journal entries about their child and the time they spend with both of their parents. This helps parents to understand and talk to their children about the time spent with the other parent. Couple – is a more intimate way to share your life and the best way to stay in touch with your favorite person – it's free, it's fun, and it's completely private. Couple keeps all your special moments saved privately in one place and connects you...

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Are You Dating A Geek?

Posted: 26 Dec 2013 06:30 PM PST

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There are several benefits to dating a geek. If you’re lucky enough to date a hot geek – think Clark Kent, perhaps without the buff physique – you will not only have less drama in your life, but you’ll also receive free IT support. But how do you tell if you are dating a geek? There are several tell-tale signs, including catch-phrases such as, “I’m not anti-social, I’m just not user-friendly.” So, are you going out with a geek, and which type of geek in particular? Click to enlarge.

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Google Chromecast vs. Android TV Stick – Which Should You Buy?

Posted: 26 Dec 2013 03:00 PM PST

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What exactly is the difference between a Google Chromecast and a generic Android Mini PC stick? Although visually similar, Chromecast and Android sticks work quite differently. The Chromecast is simply an enabler. It enables you to mirror your Chrome tab from your computer to your TV, or broadcast certain apps from your Android or iOS device to your TV. It’s supplementary to the devices you already own. On the other hand, Android sticks are essentially Android phones without a screen or the cellular component. They run the full Android operating system, generally version 4.2, and can plug into any TV...

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6 Ways To Make Use Of A 3D Printer At Home

Posted: 26 Dec 2013 01:00 PM PST

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It’s hard not to get excited about 3D printing. The idea transforming on-screen 3D models to things you can hold in your hand sounds like science fiction. Back in August 2011, we had to ask: is 3D printing a sci-fi myth, or is it reality? Exactly one year later, when it became clear it isn’t just a passing fad, we took a good look into exactly how it works. And today, two years later, you can already buy an affordable 3D printer for your home. So it’s real, we know how it works, and you can get one. What’s next?...

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Ashampoo Snap 7 Review: Easy Screenshot And Video Capture

Posted: 26 Dec 2013 11:00 AM PST

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Taking screenshots or video of your desktop seems like it should be a simple task but, when you actually try it, you quickly realize it's not. Sure, print screen works fine, but what if you want to capture only a specific portion of the screen, capture multiple shots successively, or capture video? Windows doesn't have any features or software that can handle these needs. That's where Ashampoo's Snap, recently updated to version 7, comes in. This software promises to provide a simple, all-in-one solution for desktop image and video capture. You'll have to pay $19.99 for the full version, however,...

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How To Safely Upgrade To Windows 8.1

Posted: 26 Dec 2013 09:00 AM PST

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Are horror stories of how Windows 8.1 upgrades went horribly wrong keeping you from upgrading yourself? Yet you wish you could access some of Windows 8.1′s novelties, like better SkyDrive integration, improved desktop features, or you name it. This article summarizes the lessons we have learned, to help you navigate the potential pitfalls of upgrading to Windows 8.1, including a safety net that — in case things do go wrong — will allow you to return to Windows 8, as if nothing ever happened. Make Sure Your Software & Hardware Is Compatible With Windows 8.1 Some people have faced problems...

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The Best Deals This Christmas Hangover Season [Tech Deals]

Posted: 26 Dec 2013 08:30 AM PST

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A little known secret about holiday shopping is that prices go up just prior to December 25 and then rapidly collapse. Many retailers dubbed the phenomenon as the “Christmas Hangover”. After shoppers decimated stores, the remaining older stock of inventory must liquidate. Sometimes during the hangover season sales show up with steeper discounts than the loss leaders during the holiday season. From now and throughout much of January, you can get excellent deals. Tablet and Mobile Users For tablet users, we’ve dug up a Nexus 7, a ridiculously good offer on XtremeGuard screen protectors and an Ultrabook. 90% off XtremeGuard...

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Belt.io –The Easiest Way To Share Text Snippets Between Your Devices

Posted: 26 Dec 2013 07:00 AM PST

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Not that long ago, iPhone users couldn’t even copy and paste within their own device. Boy, have times changed! Not only can you now copy and paste text on your iPhone and iPad, you can copy and paste it between all your devices. Wonder how? I’ll let you in on the secret. It’s called Belt.io. A one-person app, Belt.io is not unsimilar to Hopper, which also helps you copy-paste between an iPhone and the desktop. But Belt.io is even simpler. It’s only about text. Wish you could easily copy and paste text and links from one device to another? Belt.io...

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Get It Right: 5 Creative Ways To Promote Your Home Business Online

Posted: 26 Dec 2013 05:00 AM PST

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Running your own home business is in many ways a dream job. You are your own boss so you can get your own hours, make all of the decisions, and never need to worry about upper management breathing down your neck. The downside is that home business owners are responsible for everything: planning, execution, networking, public relations, and marketing. That last one can be a killer. Just because your business is not an Internet business doesn’t mean you can ignore the Web. The Internet is the most cost-effective and effort-efficient way to reach a wide audience — anyone who believes...

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