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How to save papers, photos, and analog music digitally
If you still have analog media such as records, music cassettes, or paper prints of photos and other valuable documents at home, you can digitize them without much effort and expense. We show you how it's done.
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Upgrade your audio by knowing your microphone's 'polar pattern'
Often the solution to getting clear and unaltered sound recordings lies in an aspect that is easily overlooked — the directional characteristic of the microphone.
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NFL Sunday Ticket: How to cancel auto-renew before you forget
The regular NFL season is over, so now's as good a time to cancel your NFL Sunday Ticket subscription before it automatically renews at full price. Here's how.
Cord-Cutter Confidential
Every regional sports streaming option in one place
A big list of regional sports streaming options, with via pay TV packages and a la carte.
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Stream pro hockey without a cable bill
Stream all the action on the ice with these subscription services.
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How to fix audio problems on your Windows PC
If your computer audio abruptly stops working, you can try these simple steps in five minutes or less.
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How to stream TV and movies: A beginner’s guide to cord-cutting
Streaming is the best way to get your TV entertainment today. We'll show you how to do it and recommend the best services and hardware for the job.
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Audacity turns your computer into a full-fledged sound studio – for free
The free Audacity software is all you need to edit audio, whether it's podcasts or music. Here's how the latest version works.
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The secret way to watch March Madness for free (or cheap)
Stream March Madness games for free with these tricks
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Soccer fans: How to stream MLS Season Pass at the lowest price
MLS Season Pass is now available, and there's an easy way to get a discount on the streaming service's full-season price.
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How to use Discord
Discord has taken the gaming world by storm. Here's how to start using the popular messaging tool.
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Out of Gmail storage? Reclaim space by moving emails to a new account
How to free up Gmail storage space by transferring old emails to a new account
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How to clear unwanted autofill entries in Google Chrome
Are you pestered by outdated autofill entries in Chrome? Here are some tips for getting rid of them.
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How to download all your pictures from Google Photos
With Google's June 1 data cap looming, here's how to download all your pictures from Google Photos with just a few clicks if you're thinking about migrating to another service.
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How to upload your images to Google Photos now to avoid the June 1 data cap
Here's how to upload images to Google Photos from your PC or phone so they won't count against the upcoming data cap.
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Fight Google’s data cap with a simple change to Google Photos
In June, 2021, new photos and movies saved to Google Photos and the cloud will count against the Google One data cap. Exceed it, and you'll be charged for storage or Google will delete your photos.
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Chrome can now caption almost any video or audio
Chrome's new Live Caption is an excellent accessibility feature that adds closed captions to almost any video—online or offline.
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How to tell if your password has been stolen
How can you tell if your password has been stolen or compromised as part of a password breach? We'll discuss free and paid services you can use, from websites to your browser or paid password managers.
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How to back up your Google Photos library and keep your metadata
If you want to create a full backup of your Google Photos library, you're going to lose all of your metadata. Here's how to keep it intact.
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How to stop website notifications in Chrome
If you never want websites to send you notifications in Chrome, here's how to turn off notification prompts forever.
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How to share large video files on Android
Videos sent directly through text message or a chat app often end up tiny, blurry, and difficult to view—here's how to share them in all their glory.
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Windows 7 is dead: How to stay as safe as possible after the security updates stop
Windows 7 is officially end of life, meaning it will no longer receive security updates. If you're going to keep using it, here's how to stay as safe as possible.
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How to use a Chromebook: 10 must-know tips, tricks, and tools for beginners
Chromebooks are dead-simple to use, but just like any PC a little tweaking makes your experience that much better.
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How to collaborate on Microsoft Office files in G Suite
G Suite lets you edit Docs, Sheets, and Slide files with other collaborators, and you can do the same with Microsoft Office files. Here’s how to get started.
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How to save money and scan your photos digitally using your phone and Google PhotoScan
School photos and wedding photographers now offer you the rights to digital images for an additional fee. But using Google PhotoScan and your smartphone, you may be able to create your own digital images, for free.
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How to automatically delete the web activity and location history data in your Google account
Google has launched a new privacy setting that lets you automatically delete your location and web activity data. Here's how to do it.
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Pixel 3 tips and tricks: Getting the most from your new Google phone
It's time to explore the cool Pixel-exlusive features you don't get on other Android phones.
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Google’s Pixel 3 XL notch ‘fix’ is dumb and you should just buy a regular Pixel 3 instead
Google is offering an option to hide the notch on the Pixel 3 XL, but if you hate it that much you should just get a Pixel 3.
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Google Privacy Checkup FAQ: How to limit tracking and still use the apps you love
Here's everything you need to know about the fine line between keeping your Google account private and destroying your favorite apps.
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7 ways to master the new Google News and use it more like Google Reader
The new Google News app and web interface is yet another attempt by Google to replace the hole left behind by the death of Google Reader. Here's how to use it to its full potential.
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How to turn on Gmail’s Smart Compose and let Google AI write your emails
Gmail's AI-infused Smart Compose is live in experimental form. Here's how to activate it.
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How to send Android SMS messages with Amazon Echo, and why it’s a big deal
Amazon has opened up the ability to send SMS text messages on Echo devices. Here's how to set it up on your Android phone.
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Android Instant Apps: What they are and how to use them on your phone
Here's everything you need to know about how to set up, find, and use Instant Apps on your Android phone.
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How to use Miracast to mirror your device’s screen wirelessly on your TV—even 4K
Everything you need to know to figure out device support between newer and older devices, and setting it up with Windows or Android devices.Updated
How to stream media from your PC to your HDTV over Wi-Fi
Do you want to stream TV and movies from your PC to your TV? Here's our PC-to-TV media streaming guide.
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How to download YouTube videos: 4 things you need to know
There's a reason why it's hard to find out how to download YouTube videos. Here are the legal ins and outs.
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How to search Google: 10 advanced tips and tricks
Google's search powers are far and wide. Here are some hidden tricks that will help you find what you need faster.
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How to launch Chrome faster with Native Lazy Tabs
If you have Chrome set to start with all your previous tabs, the browser's startup time can be slow. The extension Native Lazy Tabs can fix that.
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How to delete your Google data
Google collects a lot of personal data about you, but you can delete it. Here's how.
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How to download your Google data
Google collects a lot of data from you, and you can see exactly what it has by downloading a copy for yourself. Here's how to use Google's Takeout Tool to get it.
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6 super YouTube tricks for Android and iOS
The YouTube app has added support for immersive VR videos, private viewing, and even saving videos for offline viewing (via YouTube Red).
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How to unsend Gmail messages with the Undo Send feature
Accidentally send a dirty joke to your boss instead of your bestie? Here's how to bring it back.
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4 Google Translate features you’ll use every day
Use these tips to translate documents, build a personal phrasebook, and even improve your own English.
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How to add video to Google Slides for a more powerful presentation
It's easy to add video to Google Slides, so why wouldn't you give your presentation that extra boost?
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How to watch Netflix offline on your PC
The Netflix app for Windows 10 now supports offline viewing.Hassle-Free PC
How to use the Skype Chrome extension to quickly add Skype call links to calendar entries
The Skype extension for Chrome lets you add call links to your calendar entries on Google and Outlook.com.
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How to connect your PC or laptop to any TV
Given a relatively recent PC or laptop, you can connect it to just about any TV with an input.Hassle-Free PC
Quickly scan your Gmail inbox with website favicons
Gmail Sender Icons is a handy Chrome extension that puts each sender's website favicon in the subject line.Updated
Chromebook power tips: How to work smarter online and offline
Bet you don’t know everything Chrome OS can do. Here’s what it offers, from keyboard shortcuts to Chromecast capers—and a surprising amount of offline productivity.Updated