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How to Clean Your LCD Screen


All types of equipment have LCD monitors; that include GPS display panels, laptops, car PCs or carputers, vehicle dash board screens, portable debit card machines, industrial hand held devices etc. All these gadgets require cleaning of display screens because of dirt, dust and fingerprints over a period of time.

Want To Speed Up Your Computer?


Being in the computer repair business, I often get asked, “How do I speed up my computer?” This is a tough question to answer without any knowledge of the computer and software that a user might have. But I do have one recommendation that usually helps out most people.

How to Detect and Remove Spyware and Adware


Of the more than one billion computers on the internet today, 80% are not protected against spyware and adware.

How to Put Video on PSP - 5 Simple Steps


How to put video on PSP is not difficult. Here are 5 simple steps to master and soon your buddies will be calling asking you how to put video on PSP for them.

Can An Intruder Get Into Your Laptop Computer And Get Your Credit Card Info Using These Methods?


Okay, you've just got your brand spanking new super duper laptop computer home and unpacked. You went ahead and spent the extra money for a few more bells and whistles just in case you might need them.

Online Banking Security - The Number One Priority


Whenever a bank issues a security threat to its customers, other banks seem to suffer a drop in Internet traffic and account usage, too. This is not because people don't trust the other banks, it's because customers are reminded of how susceptible they are to fraud.

Media Storage Devices – Choosing a Storage Device


Media storage devices are capable of preserving data, images, audio and video files of large sizes in a comparatively small area. The evolution of the media storage devices right from the 64 KB floppy disk with its huge size (5 ? inches) to the present day pen drives having a capacity 80GB has taken place within this decade.

New iPod eBook Reader?


What will iPod do for its Act II? Is it possible that the iPod reader will be available soon?

Purchasing a Computer?


When deciding on a large purchase like a computer, one must be sure they know exactly what they are looking for and what they are buying.

Computer Viruses and the Damage They Cause


Owning a computer is a relatively large responsibility, especially when one observes the amount of maintenance and cleaning involved in keeping your computer in as best a condition as possible.

Blank CDRs


Blank compact disc recordables, or CD-Rs, are electronic storage devices that do not contain any data. Data can be stored on these CD-Rs through a process called ‘CD burning’.

CD Duplication Systems


CD duplicating technology has been used for various reasons. These include creating personal music CDs, making copies of DVDs and using CDs as business cards.

AI Robots Invade the Classroom — So What?


The future tapped me quietly on the shoulder the other day and suggested that I take a moment to learn about the writing bots.

Top 5 Smartphone Features You Can’t Live Without


Smartphones are our lifeline – we use them to connect us to just about everything and everyone in our world. Americans check their phones an average of 344 times a day — once every four minutes — according to a 2022 Review.org survey.

How Technology Will Transform Shopping in 2023 and Beyond


Above all, consumers value convenience, speed and good deals, according to new research by Sensormatic Solutions, and they can expect retailers to deliver these benefits in 2023.


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Six-Word Sci-Fi: Stories Written by You
Here's this month's prompt, how to submit, and an illustrated archive of past favorites.


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05/17/2024
The 43 Best Movies on Netflix Right Now
“City Hunter,” “Suzume,” and “Spaceman” are just a few of the movies you should watch on Netflix this month.


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05/17/2024
The 46 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now
"Dead Boy Detectives," "Chicken Nugget," and "Ripley" are just a few of the shows you need to watch on Netflix this month.


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05/17/2024
There’s New Hope for an HIV Vaccine
A trial vaccine has succeeded in generating low levels of antibodies needed to target HIV. It’s a first but much-needed step toward preventing infection.


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05/17/2024
The Race to Buy TikTok Is On—but There Might Not Be a Winner
Investors are interested in buying TikTok so that it can avoid a US ban. But even if ByteDance accepts, a takeover will be far from simple.


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05/17/2024
OpenAI’s Long-Term AI Risk Team Has Disbanded
The entire OpenAI team focused on the existential dangers of AI has either resigned or been absorbed into other research groups, WIRED has confirmed.


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05/17/2024
Elon Musk Finally Puts Twitter Out of Its Misery
Twitter is fully x.com now. Given its transformation since Elon Musk bought it, that may be a small mercy.


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05/17/2024
The Best Coolers for Every Kind of Outdoor Adventure
We chugged chilled beverages to bring you our favorite coolers for every situation.


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05/17/2024
It’s Time to Believe the AI Hype
Some pundits suggest generative AI stopped getting smarter. The explosive demos from OpenAI and Google that started the week show there’s plenty more disruption to come.


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05/17/2024
The Best Cheap Phones for Almost Every Budget
There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a smartphone. These iPhones and Android devices—ranging from $150 to $500—stood up to WIRED’s testing.


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05/17/2024
How to Use ‘Circle to Search’ on an Android Phone
There's a new, AI-powered way to search on Android. All it takes is a swish of your finger.


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05/17/2024
The 25 Best Outdoor Summer Deals From REI’s Anniversary Sale
It’s the best time of the year to pick up all the tents, stoves, sleeping bags, and gear that you’ll need for summer fun.


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05/17/2024
Netflix Isn’t About Flicks Anymore
And it's not just Netflix—Max, Disney+, and even YouTube are also turning their attention to series, sports, and shorts.


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05/17/2024
The 11 Best Early Memorial Day Mattress Deals
Sleep starting to feel less like a luxury? It might be time for a new mattress, and they’re often discounted.


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05/16/2024
Amazon Is Hosting a Massive Book Sale
Ebooks, paperbacks, and hardcover editions are deeply discounted through May 20.


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05/16/2024
Google’s AI Overviews Are Here, Whether You Want Them or Not
Google’s new Gemini-powered search experience is rolling out to users in the US. Here’s some advice on how to navigate it. And if you want to turn AI Overviews off, too bad.


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05/16/2024
How Twitch Streamers Could Shape the 2024 Elections
WIRED talked to political streamer Hasan Piker about Joe Biden, the youth vote, and his advocacy for Gaza.


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05/16/2024
The 35 Best Shows on Max (aka HBO Max) Right Now
“Hacks,” “The Jinx,” and “Conan O’Brien Must Go” are just a few of the shows you need to be watching on Max this month.


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05/16/2024
Tesla’s Controversial Factory Expansion Is Approved
After anti-Tesla activists clashed with police in Germany last week, local councillors today backed Elon Musk’s plan to make Tesla’s only European Gigafactory even bigger.


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05/16/2024
Russian Disinfo Campaign Blames Ukraine for Shooting of Slovakia’s Prime Minister
A seemingly coordinated campaign playing out across X, Telegram, and state-run media blames Ukraine for the attempted assassination of Robert Fico—something for which there is no evidence.


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05/16/2024
Jane Schoenbrun Wants to Blow Up Your TV
Growing up, director Jane Schoenbrun escaped into shows like “The X-Files” and “Twin Peaks.” Their new movie, “I Saw the TV Glow,” is about the relief, and danger, of getting lost in screens.


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05/16/2024
RFK Jr. Is Priming His Audience for Election Denialism
Robert F. Kennedy’s campaign—and his life’s work—have laid the groundwork for supporters to blame his inevitable loss on an elite conspiracy.


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05/16/2024
Which Nanoleaf Smart Lights Should You Buy?
Nanoleaf has some of the coolest smart lighting panels around. Here’s how to choose the right one for your home.


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05/16/2024
Lab-Grown Meat Is on Shelves Now. But There’s a Catch
A store in Singapore is selling lab-grown chicken, but it contains only 3 percent animal cells.


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