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How to Authorize or Deauthorize iTunes
Managing which computers are allowed to access your iTunes account can be a hassle. Here's a simple guide to authorizing or deauthorizing your iTunes account on multiple systems.How-To
How to Rip a DVD With HandBrake
Want to watch your DVDs on your smartphone, tablet, or netbook? Here's how to rip copies of your movies to your PC with HandBrake.How-To
How to Use Google Voice on Your iPhone or Android Smartphone
Google Voice is an excellent app for streamlining phone calls, sending free text messages, and reading voicemail. Here's how to set it up.How-To
How to Broadcast a Live Video Feed From Your Phone or Tablet
Want to set up a live video feed from your smartphone or tablet? Here's how to use the Ustream video-streaming service to broadcast a feed straight from your iPhone, iPad, or Android device.Hassle-Free PC
Make Sure All Your Google Contacts Sync to Your iOS Device
A weird iTunes quirk may limit which contacts get synced. Here's how to work around it.How-To
Bend the Rules: Sync Android With iTunes, Text on PC, Keep E-Books Longer
Who says you can't easily use an Android device with Apple iTunes, send and receive free text messages on a PC, and keep a borrowed e-book longer than two weeks?Hassle-Free PC
How to Sync Your Android Phone or Tablet with iTunes
Ingenious app iSyncr makes easy work of copying your iTunes playlists to your Android device, and it's a bargain at just three bucks.How-To
How to Jailbreak Your iOS 5 Device
Want to jailbreak an iPod Touch, iPhone, or iPad running iOS 5? Here's how to do so with Redsn0w.How-To
How to Log In to Multiple Gmail Accounts at Once
Here's how to enable multiple sign-ins for your Google accounts.Hassle-Free PC
Add a Photo Screensaver to Windows with Google Picasa
One of Google's best products has a little-known feature: a screensaver mode that works with local and online photos alike. Here's how to enable it.How-To
Manage Google Accounts: Cancel Google+, Multiple Sign-Ins
Learn how to cancel an unwanted Google+ account, and to sign into multiple Google accounts at once.Hassle-Free PC
How to Cancel a Google+ Account
So you gave Google's answer to Facebook a test-drive, and now you want out. Here's how to kill your Plus account while keeping your other Google services.BizFeed
Why Your Business Should Be on Google Places
Although it's too easy to report a business closed on Google Places, the service can help your company. Here's why you should get your business onto Google Places–and how to start.Simply Business
Why I Get Apps From Amazon, Not Google
Amazon's Appstore for Android doesn't have as many apps to choose from as Google's Android Market does, but I prefer buying my apps there anyway. Here's why.Simply Business
Split Chrome Tabs In Two With the Frame Two Pages Plugin
Want to view two Web pages side by side in Google Chrome? This nifty add-on lets you turn multiple pages into a single frameset for simultaneous viewing.Security Alert
How to Make Your Google Accounts More Secure
Gmail has been the target of recent hacking attacks. Here are four solid tips to bolster security for you Google account information.How-To
Jailbreaking 101: Which Tool to Use to Hack Your iDevice
So, you’re thinking of jailbreaking your iOS device, are you? Here’s a guide to picking the right tool for your iDevice.Simply Business
InterFAX Adds Faxing From Google Docs
Google Docs users can now fax documents from within their Google Docs accounts with this inexpensive fax service.How-To
How to Unlock Google Docs’ Hidden New Look
A clean new design and more keyboard shortcuts are available, if you know where to look.Hassle-Free PC
Stop Gmail From Downloading Too Many Messages to Your E-Mail Client
If you use Gmail IMAP with your desktop mail program, you have have a problem with it trying to download too many messages. Here's the fix.Hassle-Free PC
Download a Free Home-Inventory Spreadsheet
It's something every homeowner should have, yet few people take the time. This handy freebie saves you the hassle of creating one from scratch.How-To
How to Get Any File to Play Back on Your Android Phone
Here is how to make your Android phone open nearly any file type be it audio, video, images, and documents.How-To
Google+ Updates Privacy Tools for All Users
Locking down a Google+ profile is available to any user of Google's social media field trial. Here's how to proceed.How-To
Turntable.fm Tips and Tricks
Turntable.fm is a cool new Web service that lets you inflict your musical tastes on your unsuspecting family, coworkers, and friends. Here are a few tips to keep the party going.BizFeed
Foursquare Is Growing: Use It for Your Business
As Foursquare reaches impressive milestones, here's why it's worth checking out for your small business.How-To
Create, Share, and Play Video in Android
With Android devices, entertainment doesn't stop at music and pictures. Here's how to get more fun from your phone's camcorder features and great video apps.How-To
YouTube Tips: Embed Videos, Create a Jukebox, Filter Profane Comments
Learn how to embed a video in a Web page, use YouTube as your own personal video jukebox, and filter out inappropriate comments.Simply Business
Access Google Docs Files More Quickly In Microsoft Office
Google Cloud Connect has added an easier way to open your Google Docs files in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Simply Business
Schedule Open Appointment Slots In Google Calendar
A new feature in Google Calendar makes it easy to schedule open availability for appointments.Simply Business
Check Transit Schedules With Google Maps
A new addition to Google Maps gives you up-to-date departure times for buses and trains.How-To
Gmail Tips: Preview Messages, Insert Images, and More
Learn how to preview messages, insert images into email, view unread messages only, and increase the number of visible messages in Gmail.How-To
Surviving a PC Meltdown: Syncing With SugarSync, Restoring From Mozy
Learn how to secure your data in the cloud, restore it after a crash–and get YouTube to run on your new PC.How-To
Honeycomb 101: Getting to Know Your Android Tablet
Not sure how to get started with your new Android tablet? Fear not: We've got you covered.Hassle-Free PC
The Best Way to Extend Your Media Center to Another TV
You don't need a separate media center for every TV in your house. Instead, just plug in an extender. There's only one real option, but it's a good one.Simply Business
Share a Common Inbox With Shared Inbox for Gmail
Simplify group e-mail with this smart add-on for Google Apps.How-To
Smartphone Video Tips: Shooting, Editing, and Sharing
Not satisfied with your smartphone videos? Here's how to solve the shaky-cam problem, edit your videos for free, and get more views on YouTube.Simply Business
Google Date Range Filter Simplifies Search Results
Restricting your search to a specific date range can weed out unwanted results and save you a little unnecessary eye strain.Simply Business
Six Tricks For Google Tasks
Gmail's built-in to-do list applet is a more powerful productivity booster than most people realize.Simply Business
Take Control of Gmail Attachments With DokDok
The free DokDok plugin for Gmail keeps track of document versions so you never waste time on an outdated file.How-To
Claim Your Brand on the Social Web
It's no longer enough to own a Web domain in your company's name. Here's how to claim your company's place on Facebook, Twitter, and other social sites.How-To
The Early Adopter’s Guide to Editing and Sharing 3D Video
Editing and playing pro-quality 3D video is still very expensive, but there are some cheap-and-easy ways to experiment with the third dimension. Here's what's out there right now, from several-thousand-dollar setups to no-budget options.Tech Audit
When Nobody Is Watching Your Business, Security Systems Can
Keep an eye on your business with IP cameras.BizFeed
10 Awesome Google Tricks You Missed
Think you’re a Google master? Think again, and check out these 10 tricks and innovations that make working with Google’s services even better.How-To
How to Buy a Bluetooth Headset or Car Speakerphone
A Bluetooth headset or in-car speakerphone lets you talk on your cell phone hands-free. Here's our advice on selecting the most appropriate product for your needs.How-To
Digitize Your Music
Rip your records and transfer your audio tapes to high-quality digital files. Plus, tips on music OCR, and more.How-To
Digitize Your Analog Life
Rip your records, transfer your tapes, scan your photos, and move your home movies onto your hard drive. We’ve collected some easy ways to convert vinyl, film, and other analog media into high-quality digital files.How-To
Google Gmail Snafu Lesson: Back Up, Back Up, Back Up
You may live and work in the cloud, but your data needs protection. We show you how to easily back up your vital information from Gmail, Facebook, Twitter, and other cloud-based services.How-To
Use Microsoft Excel for (Nearly) Everything
Masters of Microsoft Excel Use It For (Nearly) EverythingBizFeed
Fix Google Docs Annoyances With Free Software
Having to access Google Docs through a browser is perhaps one of the most annoying features of an otherwise excellent cloud office suite. However, two free apps take away a lot of the pain.How-To