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Take Control of Gmail Attachments With DokDok
The free DokDok plugin for Gmail keeps track of document versions so you never waste time on an outdated file.How-To
Claim Your Brand on the Social Web
It's no longer enough to own a Web domain in your company's name. Here's how to claim your company's place on Facebook, Twitter, and other social sites.How-To
The Early Adopter’s Guide to Editing and Sharing 3D Video
Editing and playing pro-quality 3D video is still very expensive, but there are some cheap-and-easy ways to experiment with the third dimension. Here's what's out there right now, from several-thousand-dollar setups to no-budget options.Tech Audit
When Nobody Is Watching Your Business, Security Systems Can
Keep an eye on your business with IP cameras.BizFeed
10 Awesome Google Tricks You Missed
Think you’re a Google master? Think again, and check out these 10 tricks and innovations that make working with Google’s services even better.How-To
How to Buy a Bluetooth Headset or Car Speakerphone
A Bluetooth headset or in-car speakerphone lets you talk on your cell phone hands-free. Here's our advice on selecting the most appropriate product for your needs.How-To
Digitize Your Analog Life
Rip your records, transfer your tapes, scan your photos, and move your home movies onto your hard drive. We’ve collected some easy ways to convert vinyl, film, and other analog media into high-quality digital files.How-To
Digitize Your Music
Rip your records and transfer your audio tapes to high-quality digital files. Plus, tips on music OCR, and more.How-To
Google Gmail Snafu Lesson: Back Up, Back Up, Back Up
You may live and work in the cloud, but your data needs protection. We show you how to easily back up your vital information from Gmail, Facebook, Twitter, and other cloud-based services.How-To
Use Microsoft Excel for (Nearly) Everything
Masters of Microsoft Excel Use It For (Nearly) EverythingBizFeed
Fix Google Docs Annoyances With Free Software
Having to access Google Docs through a browser is perhaps one of the most annoying features of an otherwise excellent cloud office suite. However, two free apps take away a lot of the pain.How-To
Google Docs Secrets: 21 Power Tips for the Productivity Suite
Google Docs has become a serious contender among office productivity tools, and it keeps getting better. These 21 quick tips uncover hidden, useful features to help you get more done with the Web-based suite.Hassle-Free PC
Send and Receive Instant Messages Right in Your Browser
Free service Meebo offers cross-platform instant messaging, with no resource-hogging software to install on your PC. It's arguably the best Web service you're not using.Hassle-Free PC
Get a Sneak Peek at Amazon’s Gold Box Deals
Good news for bargain hunters: If you're a Chrome or Firefox user, the Shopping Assistant extension can reveal Amazon's upcoming deals before they go live!How-To
The 21 Greatest PC Mysteries–Solved!
Find out why your documents won’t print, where your downloads disappear to, what a .dat file is, how those infernal toolbars invaded rnyour browser, and much more.How-To
Google Android Power Tips: Master Froyo and Gingerbread
Have an Android phone that's rocking the Froyo or Gingerbread OS? We'll show you where all the sweetest tidbits are with these 31 power tips.Hassle-Free PC
Connect a Third Monitor to Your PC
What's better than running two monitors at a time? Running three, of course. It may require some extra hardware, but at least you have several easy options.Hassle-Free PC
Connect a Second Monitor to Your PC
A reader wants to know the hardware requirements for driving a second screen. They're lower than you might think.How-To
Free Tools Consolidate Reward Cards, Share Files, and More
These free online services and apps let you create one reward card to rule them all, share huge files, and use Windows as your weather service.How-To
How to Clean Your Tech
Here's how to keep your PC and other tech gear clean–on the outside and the inside.How-To
How to Unlock the Nexus S Bootloader
New to the Android hacking game? Here's how to unlock the bootloader on the Nexus S smartphone.How-To
Screencast Live: How To Make Your Own Web TV Show
You've always wanted to be a star. Here's how to stream your own live TV show across the Internet from your desk.How-To
Windows Explorer Tips: Select Files, Show Extensions, Rename Setup Files
Select multiple files fast with a hidden Windows Explorer feature, show file extensions, and rename downloaded setup files.BizFeed
What Google’s Search Change Means For Your Website
Now that Google tweaked its search algorithm to downgrade sites like DecorMyEyes that have bad reputations, small businesses should re-examine their search engine optimization strategies.BizFeed
The Top 6 YouTube Sins (and How to Fix Them)
If you promote your business via video then it’s likely you’ll be making the same mistakes over and over again. Here are some YouTube fixes.Hassle-Free PC
Get Text-Message Reminders of Shows You Want to Watch
Tired of missing your favorite shows? If you don't have a DVR (or a walking-TV-guide spouse), let Remember To Watch notify you before showtime.How-To
How to Print From Google Picasa
Google’s free Picasa software lets you create photo projects on your PC and print them at home. Here's how to do it.How-To
Unlock Android’s Multimedia Muscle
No iTunes? No problem. Here's everything you need to know about managing multimedia on your Android device.Hassle-Free PC
Convert Videos to Other Formats
The free (and amusingly named) Hamster Video Converter offers a super-easy interface and support for all common formats.How-To
Browser Add-Ons: Track Prices, Check Grammar, and Blast Web Pages
Try out some practical–and not so practical–add-ons and bookmarklets for Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Internet Explorer, and Google Chrome.How-To
New Rules for Online Living
The technologies that drive our world have become increasingly social, calling for a new set of rules and customs to govern everyday interactions. Here are 25 essential guidelines for life in the social media age.How-To
Fun Web Tools: FeedMyInbox, Wordle, MacroTube
Turn any Web site into an e-mail newsletter; create artistic word clouds; watch YouTube videos with Windows Media Center.Hassle-Free PC
Watch YouTube Videos in Windows Media Center
Free add-on MacroTube lets you browse, search, and view vids right from your couch. Not recommended for those with jobs and lives.How-To
Videoconferencing: How to Step Up From Skype
The holodeck may be a long way off, but if you're ready to move up from free videoconferencing clients, telepresence tools can make a video chat feel almost like being there.Hassle-Free PC
Delete iPad Documents in iTunes
iTunes' File Sharing feature makes it easy enough to add documents to your iPad, but what about deleting them?How-To
Viral Video: A DIY Guide
Want 15 minutes of fame? Try 90 seconds. Here are the essential components of a great viral video, regardless of length.Tech Audit
Facebook Ads: Success Secrets From a Facebook Insider
With Facebook Ads, you can target a narrow set of users as well as their self-described interests and relationships. Here are the the tricks that Facebook shared with us for getting the most out of a campaign on the social-networking juggernaut.How-To
Root Android the Easy Way
Add advanced features, customize the interface, and boost your handset's performance by rooting your Android phone.Hassle-Free PC
Stream Your Music and Video Anywhere You Go
ZumoCast makes it a snap to access your media library on other PCs and even your iPhone or iPad. And it's free!How-To
How to Set Up Multiple Monitors
Boost your productivity by adding a second monitor. It'll provide you with increased screen real estate and boost your efficiency.How-To
12 Ways the Tech Industry Is Screwing You (and How to Fight Back)
Whether you seek out cutting-edge tech gear or keep to a strict budget, the tech industry has ways to nickel-and-dime you out of your hard-earned cash. Here’s how to fight back.Linux Line
11 Must-Have Android Apps for Business
Among all the Android apps pouring into Google's Market, here are a few particularly notable gems for businesses.How-To
Update the Firmware on Your HDTV, Camera, Smartphone, PC, and More
Software updates aren't just for PCs any more. Here's how to fix bugs and add new features to your existing hardware with a few easy patches.How-To
Supercharge Your Business With Google Apps
Get started with Google Apps and unlock hidden, business-savvy features.Hassle-Free PC
Create Your Own Movies with Xtranormal
Who needs actors, sets, and cameras? You supply the script; this cool site turns your words into cute, fun, and potentially hilarious movies.Hassle-Free PC
Sync Outlook 2010 with Your Google Calendar
Only the 32-bit version for now, but at least Google's Calendar Sync utility now supports the latest Outlook.
Digital Focus
Edit and Organize Your Photos for Free With Picasa
Here's how Picasa stacks up against Windows Live Photo Gallery as a free way to edit and store your photos.How-To
6 Ways to Type Faster in Android
Save time and headaches by swapping your phone's virtual keyboard for one of these advanced Android input methods.Hassle-Free PC
Sign Into Multiple Google Accounts Simultaneously
One longstanding hassle gets solved as Google finally allows users to access two or more accounts with just a couple clicks.Hassle-Free PC