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2017-10 Google Play Store Tips and Tricks You Can’t Ignore
For many, the Google Play Store is just an app marketplace: You see an app you like, you tap Install, and you go on with your day. But the Play Store has a bunch of lesser-known features and secrets that can kick your enjoyment of Android up several notches. Don’t know the first thing about the Play Store? Then check out our introduction to downloading Android apps. Once you’re comfortable with that, here are several tips and tricks that will make app management much easier on Android devices. 1. Test an...
Posted on October 16th, 2017
2017-10 Avoid Accidental Phone Rings and Alerts on Android
Picture this: You’re sitting in an important meeting. You’ve made sure to silence your phone beforehand, but despite your forethought, all of a sudden you hear the familiar 8-bit sound of discovering a secret in Zelda. Someone’s sent you an email, and your phone has loudly announced this to everyone in the room. It’s embarrassing, and you feel like an idiot as you garner annoyed looks. You swear you lowered the volume, so why didn’t it work? Depending on which company makes your Android phone, you may ha...
Posted on October 16th, 2017
2017-10 Programmers Are More Fun to Date
You’re trying to get into the dating scene, but you just can’t find the right one. No matter who you go on a date with, they don’t click with you. Well, have you ever tried dating a programmer? No, we’re serious! Programmers make for awesome dates and life partners. Here are 10 reasons why dating a programmer is a ton of fun. 1. If-Else Thinking Is Logical and Reduces Drama One of the most common building blocks in programming is the if-else statement. When you write one of these, you include two blocks ...
Posted on October 13th, 2017
2017-10 Common Programming and Coding Mistakes
The following are some of the most common programming and coding mistakes made by developers. These errors have resulted in widespread outages, data theft, intrusions and more. Some of the errors are particular to certain languages such as C, C++, etc. but some are common across other languages such as Java, JavaScript, Python etc. We recommend that you check this list often to make sure you are not making any of these in your code. This list is sorted in the order of importance from top to bottom. 1. Bu...
Posted on October 12th, 2017
2017-10 How If-Else Statements Work In Windows Batch Files
Batch files are one of Windows’ hidden secrets for productivity. With just a bit of work, you can automate monotonous tasks and never worry about them again. Power users should learn all about batch scripting sooner rather than later. One thing you’ll need to know when writing your first batch files is the if-else statement. As you might know if you have any programming experience, the if-else statement is a way to control scripting logic. It allows you to specify a condition that branches into different...
Posted on October 12th, 2017
2017-10 Open Files/Folders With Only One Click in Windows
Yes, we know opening files and folders on Windows isn’t a particularly taxing endeavor. A quick double-click and you’re in. If you struggle to double-click fast enough, you can change the speed by going to Settings > Devices > Mouse > Additional mouse options > Double Click Speed and adjusting the slider. Or if you’re feeling adventurous, you could even right-click on the item and select Open from the context menu! That’s all great, but did you know there was a way to open files and folders with a single...
Posted on October 11th, 2017
2017-10 History of Apple, Internet, and Geeky Tech Things
Would you believe we are coming up on the 30th anniversary of the internet? A lot has changed in that time. And its growth ties in closely with how computers and other geeky technology have developed. Let’s take a quick look at what came before and how things have evolved. History is only as interesting as the person who teaches it. Without a good narrator, it quickly becomes boring. Such good storytelling is the hallmark of these quick and entertaining reads on the history of technology. 1. Hardbound’s ...
Posted on October 10th, 2017
2017-10 Get More Storage on Android Using a microSD Card
Many Android phones come with very little storage, of which the operating system already consumes around 6GB. Fortunately, phones with Android 6.0 Marshmallow or later can expand their storage in a snap. But a few problems can make using expandable storage difficult. 4 Problems With microSD Cards Unfortunately, using microSD cards on Android comes with issues. First, buying a card can be a problem. Multiple microSD card certifications and standards can confuse consumers (e.g. FAT vs exFAT). The amount of...
Posted on October 9th, 2017