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To get the best performance from your Wi-Fi, you can do a lot more than simply place the router close to your gadgets. If you have multiple users at home or play resource-heavy video games, you'll want to milk every drop of power out of your routerand there are a few ways to do so.

We all need a phone number, but they aren't a public good. They cost money. TextNow promises you a phone number and cell service for free, as long as you're willing to look at ads.

A PC build kit lets you build a computer with training wheels on. These kits ship with all the components included, as well as the tools and support youll need, making building a custom PC simple for first-timers.

When it comes to note-taking apps, we all want something simple to jot down ideas, but finding one that shines when working with others can be tricky. Whether youre sharing shopping lists, collaborating on meeting notes, or organizing a project, the following apps are designed to make note-sharing smooth and efficient.

Voice typing has come a long way, and Google Docs voice typing feature is one of the simplest yet powerful tools for turning spoken words into written text. Whether you're aiming to reduce typing strain or simply capture thoughts faster, voice typing can be a game-changer. Here's how I use it daily while drafting and editing documents.

When you use a virtual private network (VPN), your internet activity becomes more private, but not all of your online footprint disappears. Knowing what a VPN hidesand what it doesntcan help you get the most out of this tool for privacy and security.

Consistently taking good smartphone photos in varying lighting conditions is very challenging. Even worse, not all techniques are easily transferable across different scenarios. But a handful are, and today, Ill share how I take good smartphone pictures in any lighting condition.

In academia today, many professors and teachers face the gargantuan question of how to deal with AI in the classroom. Many students use it, often unethically, to replace their own efforts. However, instead of replacing hard work, it can serve as an effective tutorone that helps clarify complex ideas, break down dense topics, and refine study techniques.

While Microsoft PowerPoint is the industry standard, I much prefer Google Slides for whipping up a quick presentation. Both presentation software share several similarities, but I would choose Google Slides over PowerPoint for several reasons.

Another day, another social media fad. Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and their ilk are full of social media challenges and trends, but I wont take part in any of them. And there are so many reasons you should avoid them too.