How to Know If Your IP Address Is Leaking Over the VPN (and How to Stop It)
VPNs are great for security, but one of the main reasons many people use them is to mask or change their IP address. This allows […]
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KodiLauncher Keeps Kodi From Losing Focus (and Fixes Other Annoyances)
If you have a dedicated Kodi media center , then KodiLauncher (formerly XBMCLauncher) can be your new best friend. It prevents other programs from stealing […]
Continue reading »Get More Space in Garden Beds With Rounded Tops
If you really love gardening, you think about it all year round – from planning to planting and more. Of course, you want to get […]
Continue reading »Skip the Chili Powder and Make Your Own Chili Paste for More Flavor
You probably know that whole spices taste better and stay fresh longer than their ground counterparts. So why are you still buying pre-made chili powder […]
Continue reading »Define Your Unique Creativity by Reflecting on Your Old Job
Being creative often means having a unique voice that sets you apart from others. If you are just starting out, you are likely to imitate […]
Continue reading »Ask: “What Else Can I Spend This Money On?” Before Major Purchases
There are many variables involved in making important financial decisions. While the translation of the purchase price into hours worked is a great indicator, try […]
Continue reading »What Are Your Best Dating Options on a Tight Budget?
Whether it’s going to a restaurant, watching a movie, or having a drink, dates can be expensive. Of course it doesn’t have to be. There […]
Continue reading »Four Personal Traits You Can Develop As a Skill
Technical skills are important these days, but personality traits like perseverance, courage, and patience can be just as important in your career (and the rest […]
Continue reading »How We Work 2015: Thorin Klosovski’s Equipment and Productivity Tips
Every week we ask famous people how they work. This week we are taking this look at our navel. Today is my turn, so here […]
Continue reading »Build a Speaker for Hidden Bone Conduction and a Radio That Fits in a Handle
Bone Conduction Speakers give you the ability to hear what no one else can by vibrating your own bones, and this hidden system, which fits […]
Continue reading »Develop Your Situational Awareness With the “OODA Loop” System
In the world of smartphones and headphones, we often forget how to understand our surroundings. It can be dangerous – or rude, depending on the […]
Continue reading »Open Tough Cans With a Non-Lubricated Condom
Some banks simply refuse to open. If you’re stranded, a non-lubricated condom will help you remove the cap. You can even make several rubber bands […]
Continue reading »Career Overview: What I Do As a Data Scientist
Sit in any Silicon Valley coffee shop for a while and you will no doubt hear someone talk about data analytics. What is it and […]
Continue reading »The Refrigerator Keeps Track of Your Perishables on Your IPhone
iPhone: It’s easy to forget about food in the refrigerator and their expiration dates. The Fridge is an app that helps remind you to eat […]
Continue reading »The Invent Anything Course Introduces You to Hacking Hardware
Littlebits makes it easy to create small electronics , but that doesn’t mean anyone can do anything instantly. If you need more guidance, Littlebits and […]
Continue reading »Dropbox for Gmail Adds Dropbox Files to Emails With Ease
Chrome: Dropbox today released a beta version of its new Chrome extension, Dropbox for Gmail. As the name suggests, the extension lets you quickly add […]
Continue reading »Don’t Worry About the 10% Rule: Just Run Harder.
Runners are often advised to slowly increase their weekly mileage. The 10% rule says that you must add 10 percent to your total miles this […]
Continue reading »How to Hide Your Home From Google Street View
Google Street View is great, but depending on when and how they take those photos, it can also be an invasion of your privacy. Luckily, […]
Continue reading »Affinity Photo Is a Feature-Rich Photoshop Alternative Currently Free
OS X: The creators of one of our favorite Adobe Illustrator alternatives , Affinity Designer, are back with a high-quality Photoshop replacement, Affinity Photo. And […]
Continue reading »Create a Minimal Wardrobe With These Must-Haves
You don’t need a lot of clothes to look great every day. Organizing your wardrobe with only the clothes you actually wear will actually save […]
Continue reading »How to Navigate All Marriage Documents: a Checklist
Marriage can be wonderful and romantic. But all the paperwork that comes with it? It’s not that much fun. It is difficult to keep track […]
Continue reading »Spend Drone Tax Refunds, Free Google Drive Storage, Other Offers
The DJI Phantom 2 Vision drone has dropped below $ 1,000 today in time for tax refund season. It comes with a built-in camera and […]
Continue reading »Get 100GB of Free OneDrive Storage for Two Years
Do you like free online storage? How about a whopping 100GB of free space? Then head over to Bing Rewards to get two free years […]
Continue reading »Install a Pet Door to Keep Your Furry Friend Happy
If you are tired of letting your pet get in and out of the house, you are probably considering opening a pet door. Luckily, you […]
Continue reading »Google Adds Health Information From Real Doctors to Search Results
Google announced today that it will add health information to search results with cards containing answers about symptoms, potential treatments and other information, under the […]
Continue reading »Organize and Share Your Vacation With This Travel Planning Table
Traveling is challenging. To make things easier and help you connect with your loved ones, we’ve created a detailed travel information sheet that you can […]
Continue reading »Easily Freeze Muffins by Hand by Dipping Them
Cupcake without icing is no longer the same. But many of us find it difficult to apply it without creating a mess. There is a […]
Continue reading »Easy to Clog Fish With the Edge of the Dish
Snipping the fish (when you make small cuts in the meat) is one of the best ways to add a ton of flavor to the […]
Continue reading »Juggle Multiple Valentines With This Customizable Cookie Stamp
If you send sweets to multiple valentines on February 14th, we won’t judge. But we’ll make a suggestion: Skip all those heart-shaped cookie cutters and […]
Continue reading »Four Harsh Truths That Will Make You a Healthier Person
If you are completely satisfied with your health, do not read this article. It’s not for you. Pat yourself on the shoulder and get rid […]
Continue reading »Be Prepared to Take Risks to Avoid the “hit Trap”
The longer you do something, the easier it is to get on track and be afraid to take risks. However, a mid-race lane change may […]
Continue reading »Make the Snow Shovel Lighter on Your Back by Adding a Dowel
Shoveling snow can be a good exercise, but it is not fun, especially for your back, if your shovel is too short. Instructables user homemadeisgood […]
Continue reading »Use Leftover Ramen Seasoning Bags for a Delicious Sauce
Ramen is delicious, but if you make it yourself, with your own seasonings, you can make something really great without relying on the little packets […]
Continue reading »How to Be More Assertive and Stand Firm in Conversation
It can be rude when you don’t feel like you are being heard in conversation , but it can be even worse when someone hears […]
Continue reading »The Way We Work 2015: Andy Orin’s Gear and Productivity Tips
Every week we ask famous people how they do what they do, and now it’s our turn at the table. I’m Andy, and here are […]
Continue reading »Use Rice Oil for the Best Homemade Donut Flavor
Frying is one of the easiest ways to make delicious food . If you are making donuts at home (which is very easy), use rice […]
Continue reading »The Truth About Spray Pheromones (and Why They Don’t Actually Work)
If you’re trying to figure out a way to make a date for Valentine’s Day, you can cross the spray pheromones off your list. This […]
Continue reading »Increase Motivation by Consulting Your Past and Future
If you find yourself losing motivation to actually do what you told yourself to do – finish work, exercise, eat right, etc. – but end […]
Continue reading »Shout! Factory TV Streams Iconic Classic Movies and TV Shows for Free
If Netflix and Hulu are missing iconic classics, the recently launched Shout! Factory TV is covering you. You can watch shows like Mystery Science Theater […]
Continue reading »Remember to Do the Usual Things When You’re Upset.
When you’re feeling overwhelmed or upset about something, it’s incredibly easy to get bogged down in it. Derek Sivers reminds us that sometimes the best […]
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