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3 ways to make it easier to search for photos on your PC
You probably have thousands of photos in your PC. Use folders, tags, and handy utilities to sift through them in reasonable time.Answer Line
Here’s how to sync Google Earth placemarks on multiple computers
Save Google Earth Places on one PC and you won't find them on another one, unless you know the trick.
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5 hacks for getting more out of Gmail
Easily unsubscribe to bulk emails, manage an inactive account and more with these tips.How-To
How to try Mozilla’s mobile Firefox OS preview on your Android device, no deep-level tech tricks required
Mozilla is playing the part of Trojan horse to get people to try out Firefox OS.Updated
8 nifty Chromecast tricks for Android and iOS users
Controlling your new Chromecast also goes beyond the Chromecast app itself. There are dozens of Android and iOS apps that'll work hand-in-hand with Chromecast. All you need to know is which button to tap. Learn how to find videos with your voice, "cast" your screen to your TV, share your Chromecast with guests, and more.
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How to make Cortana search with Google instead of Bing in Windows 10
Windows 10's Cortana uses Bing for web searches by default with no official option to change it, but there are ways to get Cortana to embrace Google.Max Productivity
4 ways to make Evernote smarter and safer
These pro tips cover checklists, IFTTT hacks, and other productivity boosters.Answer Line
How to share a video privately on YouTube or Vimeo
You can control who has access to your video (but you can't control who's sitting next to them while they watch it).Updated
How to keep track of Beats 1 playlists even when you’re not “tuned in”
Don't want to bother with Apple Music or iTunes, but curious about Beats 1 streaming radio? Turn to Spotify and Twitter for a sampling.
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Stream music from your PC to almost any device with this free tool
Stream What You Hear provides an easy way to stream music from your PC to your phone or TV.Hassle-Free PC
Create personalized, universal keyboard shortcuts for 50+ music sites with this awesome Chrome extension
Love keyboard shortcuts? But just want one set to fast forward, rewind, and play/pause? Try out Streamkeys for Chrome.Hassle-Free PC
How to turn your smartphone into a remote control for YouTube on your PC
If you like watching YouTube on your PC, but wish you had a more TV-like experience this tip is for you.
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How to silence noisy Chrome tabs with one click
This Chrome hidden feature lets you silence tabs with auto-play videos even faster than before.Hassle-Free PC
Sick of Netflix’s available shows? Use a VPN to change your country and see more
There may be some risk, but if you're interested you can check out the Netflix movie selection in countries around the world.How-To
3 fast, easy ways to find the perfect animated GIF
If you've always envied your friend's GIF chops here's how you can easily up your game.
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How to connect your laptop to your HDTV without HDMI
It's easy to connect a laptop to an HDTV–unless your laptop doesn't have the right port.How-To
How to create and distribute an instructional screencast video for free
It's easy to create professional-looking screencast videos using two free tools: CamStudio and YouTube. Here are the nitty-gritty details.How-To
How to download audio from any streaming video
Streaming video won't stream if you're away from an Internet connection. Here's how to download audio from YouTube or an any other streaming video for offline listening.How-To
How to open files in desktop apps from Google Drive on the web
Google's latest 'blend online with offline' trick is automatically opening Google Drive files from the web with your desktop apps.Hassle-Free PC
Make Chrome’s New Tab page beautiful and more productive with these extensions
Tired of looking at the default new tab page in Chrome? Try these three extensions to spruce up their look.World Beyond Windows
Netflix on Linux: How to get it today, and why it’s such a pain
Netflix on Linux is a hassle for two reasons sure to set open-source aficionados on edge: Microsoft and DRM. But you can get around it.How-To
How to ditch Google for more privacy and fewer ads
Tired of targeted ads? Protect your user data with these alternatives to Google, Gmail, Chrome, and Google Drive.rnHassle-Free PC
Two Google scheduling tricks to keep you organized in the fall
The fall is always a big period of adjustment. These two tools baked into Google can help by keeping your academic, professional and home lives organized.Hassle-Free PC
Not sure you want to buy a Chromebook this fall? Try out Chrome OS in Windows first
Chromebooks are still a drop in the bucket of PC sales overall, but there's no denying they are growing in popularity. If you're not sure you want to buy in just yet, Google offers a way to test drive Chrome OS in Windows 8.1.How-To
How to switch Chrome channels to test new features before they’re cool
Chrome's newest features aren't available to the typical installation. But there's a way you can get them early, before the public knows about them.Hassle-Free PC
Google Search: 5 of the most useful instant answers
Google isn't just a search engine it's also an answer machine. Here are five key queries you may find helpful on a day-to-day basis.How-To
How to play DVDs and Blu-ray discs in Windows 8
Unlike Windows 7 and its other predecessors, Windows 8 won't play DVDs natively. Fortunately, there are low-cost ways around the problem.How-To
How to find out if someone has been snooping in your Gmail
A hidden feature in Gmail can tell you if someone's been rummaging through your love letters. Here's where to find it.Hassle-Free PC
How to use Google Calendar to keep groups organized
Google Calendar has several ways to keep your friends, family, and coworkers on the same page.How-To
How to digitize holiday photos and videos
Move precious memories online (and create digital backups) with help from a scanner, a video converter, and better-than-basic editing software.How-To
How to transform any HDTV into a smart TV
Third-party devices can add smart features to an existing set, and some of them are quite cheap.Bugs & Fixes
Bugs and Fixes: updates to Windows iTunes, Java, and Internet Explorer
A fix stops Java from disabling itself, and iTunes for Windows and Internet Explorer get some security tweaks.Hassle-Free PC
Block online spoilers with Unspoiler for Google Chrome
This ingenious add-on lets you browse the Web, Facebook, and Twitter without fear of ruining your favorite shows.How-To
How to keep your real name and face out of Google’s ads
Google just updated its terms of service to allow the company to use your real name, face, and comments in ads. Here's how to slam the brakes on it.Hassle-Free PC
Get link previews right inside Gmail with iFramely for Chrome
The extension embeds content from the likes of Flickr, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube so you can view it without having to depart Gmail.Answer Line
Connect your PC to your HDTV, and control it from across the room
Peter asked me for the best way to connect a PC to an HDTV, and, once connected, how best to use itHassle-Free PC
How to get an extra 10GB of Google Drive space for free
If you don't already own one, beg, borrow, or steal an Android or iOS device to score the extra storage for your cloud drive.Hassle-Free PC
Find out if the movie you want to watch is available for streaming
This search engine for streaming movies and TV shows saves you the hassles of checking multiple services manually.How-To
How to download streaming media and watch it anywhere, anytime
Go offline with impunity. Try these tools or services to store your favorite TV shows and movies from Amazon Prime, Hulu Plus, and Netflix for later viewing.Hassle-Free PC
Force YouTube to buffer your entire video
If a slow connection is causing streaming problems, browser add-on YouTube Center can help.
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Saving YouTube videos for offline viewing
Watching a YouTube video typically requires an Internet connection, but with a little preparation the videos can be saved for later offline viewing.Hassle-Free PC
How to add YouTube to your Roku box, the sequel
The beloved VideoBuzz channel is back. Here's how to get it.Hassle-Free PC
Can you record a Netflix stream for offline viewing?
There are some utilities that make it possible, but use them at your own risk.
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Jumpstart your recording career for free with Audacity
Produce your own music, podcasts and other audio projects with this powerful (if obtuse) open-source software.Answer Line
Find and watch free TV on the Internet
Lucyer asked about Web sites where you can watch television programs for freeHassle-Free PC
How to manually lower Netflix’s streaming bit rate
Why would you want to do that? To avoid hitting your data cap, for one. And maybe to improve performance.How-To
7 browser tricks to get the most out of your Chromecast
Chromecast already offers a ton of value for its $35 price tag, but the Cast extension for the Chrome browser can help it do so much more.How-To
How to put your DVD library in the cloud
Free your films from their shiny silver prisons so you can watch them forever on your phone, tablet, Roku box, game console, and other devices.How-To
Transform your PC into a mean, media-streaming machine
All you need is a trusty PC and good media-server software to stream your music, movies, and photos wherever you want them to go.Hassle-Free PC