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10 Reasons Why You Should Be Using a VPN

Virtual Private Networks are affordable, easy to use, and a vital component in your PC and smartphone set up. Along with a firewall and antivirus/anti-malware solution, you should have a VPN installed to keep every moment you spend online completely private. That overarching summary covers just why you should be using a VPN. Here are… read more »

5 Reasons You Should Use PowerShell Instead of Batch Scripting

Most users have never heard of PowerShell, let alone touched it and tried it out. This is perhaps because of the name, which sounds like something only used by hardcore IT geeks. Or perhaps because the benefits of PowerShell are unclear. Maybe it’s because of the initial learning curve. Truth is, yes, most casual computer… read more »

3 Reasons Why the Debt Snowball Beats the Debt Avalanche

The consumer debt spiral is the biggest reason why modern Americans are so unhappy. As of May 2016, the average household had about $ 5,700 in credit card debt, but if you look only at balance-carrying households, the average spikes up to $ 16,000. That’s jaw-droppingly insane. Now throw in car loans (average $ 30,000… read more »

5 Reasons Why Python Programming Is Not Useless

Python is one of the most polarizing languages in the programming world. You either love it or you hate it, and you might even swing from one end to the other like a pendulum. But regardless, Python is a language that’s hard to be ambivalent about. I went through those swings myself: at first Python… read more »

What Is a Quantum Dot Monitor? 3 Reasons to Get Excited

In October 2016, there was a bit of buzz as Samsung launched the world’s first quantum dot monitor, a cutting-edge device that advanced display technology in ways that few thought possible. We aren’t just talking about a curved screen here — this is a brand new way to produce images to screen. Samsung’s recently-launched monitor… read more »

5 Reasons Why Ubuntu 16.10 Yakkety Yak Is Worth a Look

The latest version of the most popular Linux distribution is here, and it’s called Ubuntu 16.10. This release comes six months after its predecessor. The user-friendly desktop doesn’t offer any substantial new features this time around. Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, views the existing experience as largely complete. The lack of substantial changes leads to… read more »

7 Reasons Why You Should (and Shouldn’t) Dual Boot Linux

One of the most essential components of a computer is its operating system. The almighty OS is the lifeblood of a rig, determining software compatibility, and interacting with both hardware and software. For many, it’s either Linux vs. Windows or Linux vs. Mac. Enter dual booting. Essentially, this is having two operating systems available from boot…. read more »

5 Reasons You Should Use iWork Instead of Microsoft Office

iWork has long been considered the inferior option to Microsoft Office (CA/UK). Word, Excel, and PowerPoint form the industry standard office suite, and that’s just what everyone expects to use. But it’s time to give iWork another chance. Many long-time Office users will be unwilling to transition away from the apps they’re so used to working with. Whether… read more »

11 Compelling Reasons to Try Dropbox Paper

The much-awaited Dropbox Paper is here — well, the public beta anyway. We have to admit that it seems great on the surface. But is it? Let’s dig deeper and find out what’s likable about Paper and what isn’t. 1. Unobtrusive Interface and Markdown Support Paper is super white and super clean. That’s the first thing you… read more »

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