4 Laptop Brands That Put Repairability First
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Stories By Kazim Alvi
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Do Portable Washing Machines Need Hookups?
Portable washing machines are very handy when you don't have a lot of space to work with, but do they require dedicated hookups? Here's what you need to know.
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Why Android Auto Doesn't Work With Your VPN (And How To Fix It)
If you're running a VPN on your phone, you might run into issues with Android Auto. Thankfully, there's a pretty easy fix that usually clears it up.
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The Downsides Of Using A TV As Your Computer Monitor
Using a TV as a computer monitor is an easy way to get a large display for less money, but there are some downsides worth considering before making the switch.
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How Do GPS Apps Like Google Maps Know When There's Police Ahead?
Google Maps can warn you about police, crashes, road closures, and other incidents as you drive. Here's how GPS apps gather and update that information.
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5 YouTube Music Features You Should Try At Least Once
Looking to get more out of your audio streaming subscription? Discover five incredible YouTube Music features you should try at least once today.
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Is It Better To Have A Keyboard Raised Or Flat? It Depends
If your wrists feel uncomfortable while using a keyboard, you may need to change how it's angled. However, there's no universal position that suits everyone.
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Why Do Some Tires Have Two Valve Stems?
Some may get confused if they come across a car tire with two valve stems. It's not a production error, it's just a tire that thrives under certain conditions.
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5 Reasons To Switch To Waze On Android Auto
Android Auto users looking for a more driver-focused navigation app may find Waze worth a closer look, especially if real-time road information matters most.
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5 Of The Biggest Drawbacks Of Using Electric Lawn Mowers
A battery-powered lawn mower may be tempting, since you'd no longer need to worry about gas, but they're not necessarily for everyone right now.
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Millions Of Comcast Routers Are Now Wi-Fi Powered Motion Detectors
Your home router can already do a lot, but that didn't stop Comcast from adding another feature to its Wi-Fi routers: Motion detection. Here's how it all works.
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5 Drawbacks Of Using Ethernet Cables For Home Internet
Thinking about wiring your house for a faster internet connection? Discover the hidden drawbacks of using Ethernet cables for your home internet setup.
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What Does Google Maps' Red Dotted Line Mean?
Google Maps uses red dotted lines in more than one way, which can make them easy to misread. The location of the line is the key to understanding what it mea
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How To Tell If Your Dryer Is Gas Or Electric
It's fairly easy to tell electric and gas dryers apart just by looking at them, but there are ways in which they operate differently despite doing the same job.
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What's The Minimum Free Space You Should Leave On An SSD?
An SSD can run even when it's full, but it's good to leave free space so it can handle its maintenance tasks. And it doesn't even need as much as a HDD does.
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Can You Use An Indoor TV Antenna Outdoors?
If your indoor TV antenna struggles to pick up signals, you may have wondered if it can be used outside. After all, indoor and outdoor antennas do the same job.
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Cassettes Vs CDs: Which Audio Format Actually Sounds Better?
From vinyl to CDs to cassettes, every music medium has its pros and cons. Today, audiophiles still debate whether CDs or cassettes are better.
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What Does It Mean If Your Gas Water Heater's Flame Is Yellow Or Orange?
Notice an orange or yellow burner flame on your water heater? Discover the hidden safety risks, what causes the color change, and how to fix it fast.
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How Much Does It Cost To Have A TV On 24 Hours A Day?
Your TV is constantly using power, whether it's on or in standby mode, and that impacts your electricity bill. But can a TV really add that much in 24 hours?
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You Might Be Using The Wrong Ethernet Port On Your Router
Modern routers usually have multiple Ethernet ports, but they're not all the same. To get the most out of them, you need to know what each port is meant for.
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What Is An Ethernet Coupler Used For?
Ethernet couplers seem simple enough, but the type you choose, how many you use, and where you install them can all affect network performance and reliability.
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Never Skip This Step Before Throwing Out An Old USB Drive
There may come a time where you need to dispose of an old USB flash drive. There is one important thing you need to do before you get rid of it.
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Can You Use An Old Router As A Network Switch?
Running out of Ethernet ports for your smart home? Discover how to repurpose an old Wi-Fi router into a free network switch with one simple tweak.
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What Can You Do With Waze Points & How Do You Earn Them?
If you're a Waze user, you may have some Waze points in your account. But many have asked the question: what do they do and how do you earn them?
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Can A Circuit Breaker Be Bad Without Tripping?
Circuit breakers protect your home's electrical circuit from overloads and short circuiting, but you still need to keep an eye on it even if it rarely trips.
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Can You Remove The Tag From Your Roku Remote? Here's Why It's There
The purple tag on a Roku remote may seem like an odd design choice, but there's a reason it's there and has a few practical uses you might not have considered.
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Over 400M PCs Are Now Considered E-Waste' Thanks To This One Gigantic Issue
Is your perfectly good computer about to become obsolete? Discover the controversial software requirement that just turned 400 million PCs into trash.
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