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How To Add Or Update Your Resume On LinkedIn
Have it ready to go, just in case
LinkedIn is one of the largest professional networks and one of the best job search sites. While its main purpose is connecting recruiters and people searching for jobs, you can […]
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How to Change the Default Program to Open a File With
So you don't have to do it every time
Every file on your PC has a program out there to open it. If the software isn’t installed, your system will tell you so, and will ask for instructions on […]
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How To Create a Mail Merge In Microsoft Word
So you can personalize mass communications
Mail merge in Microsoft Word allows you to send personalized letters and emails without having to customize each letter. You can prepare your document the way you want and add […]
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HDG Explains: What Is a GPU?
Plus, how it is different from a CPU
The GPU or Graphical Processing Unit is a dedicated microchip that is designed to specifically do graphics-related tasks at a much faster rate than a CPU or Central Processing Unit. […]
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View Photo EXIF Metadata on iPhone, Android, Mac, and Windows
Find out all sorts of cool things about your picture
Significant amounts of hidden data are recorded whenever you take a picture with a digital camera or a smartphone. Almost every digital image holds secrets about a photo, detailing where […]
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How To Delete a Snapchat Account
When you decide to become an adult
Snapchat may not be the largest social media platform in the world, but it’s still very popular, especially among the younger generation. It offers lots of creative features fromselfie filters […]
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WordPress Jetpack: What Is It and Is It Worth Installing?
We explain the modules, features, and pricing
Some of the many benefits of the self-hosted WordPress.org is its out-of-the-box features and its flexibility via plugins and themes. Many choose WordPress.org over WordPress.com for increased access and control […]
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How to Disable Or Change Startup Programs In Windows 10
Speed up your PC, zap memory hogs
By disabling unnecessary startup programs in Windows 10, you can speed up the boot up time on your PC massively. It also means you’re ensuring only apps that need to […]
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How To Fix Outlook Stuck On Loading Profile
Get rid of that annoying spinning disc
Sometimes, Outlook can get stuck on the loading profile screen when you try to launch it. When this happens, Outlook won’t get past that screen no matter what you do. […]
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How To Setup Windows 10 Without a Microsoft Account
We'll show you a couple of different ways to do it
If you’re trying to set up a computer, you’ve probably noticed that there are no alternate options to logging in with a Windows account. This is especially so for users […]
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5 Best WordPress Membership Plugins Worth Using
Plus a few things to consider
Are you thinking of transforming your WordPress site into a fully functioning WordPress membership site? Choosing the right WordPress membership plugin is vital for your business and its opportunity for […]
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What Is NAT, How Does It Work, and Why Is It Used?
Used by billions, understood by very few
You might have heard of something called an IP Address, – if you haven’t, start off by reading our article explaining the concept – but for this article on NAT […]
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How To Access Samsung Cloud And Get The Most Out Of The Service
You're gonna run out of space on your smartphone
Apps, games, photos, videos, updates and other files battle for space on your device, and it can be tedious trying to manage everything with the available storage. Unless your device […]
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How To Use Google Backup And Sync To Backup Your Hard Drive
Plus the downside of cloud backups
The cardinal rule of backups is that you should have them in at least two different places, which are unlikely to be destroyed at the same time. At least, this […]
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What Is Windows Package Manager & How Do I Use It?
Great news for devs and power users
Wish you could install programs in Windows via the command line? Now, there’s an easier way to install all your favorite apps on a fresh computer after Microsoft recently released its […]
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HDG Explains : What Is (AWS) Amazon Web Services?
And what in the world is cloud computing?
Touted as the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has become a giant component of Amazon’s business portfolio. Just as Amazon.com has shaken up […]
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How To Control Your Windows 10 PC With Your Voice
In the early days of voice recognition, you’d be lucky to get half your words recognized, even if you spoke slowly like a robot. These days every smartphone has a […]