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You Should Always Question the Default Settings
Late last year I had, shall we say, compelling reasons to set up LinkedIn for the first time. I didn’t find a job. I did, however, find a staggering number…
How to Make Sure You Can Recover Your iCloud Data
We tend to never think that the worst is going to happen, until it actually does happen—and that applies to everything in the digital realm too, whether it’s losing data…
How to Download Videos to Watch Offline
Whether you’re going on a trip or suffering from patchy internet, downloading videos to watch offline makes for a smoother experience. All the best streaming services offer some way to…
How to Give macOS Quick Look New Powers
Apple claims that a lot of its software is magic. Quick Look really is. You can, while browsing files on your Mac, hit the spacebar to see a preview. This…
How to Set Up Multiple Monitors at Your Desk
Trying to boost your productivity with a second screen? Want more immersive gaming sessions? Multiple monitors can help. Dual displays are great for multitasking and are easy to set up,…
BeReal Basics: How to Use the ‘Unfiltered’ Social Media App
A French social media platform launched by Alexis Barreyat in 2020, BeReal is attracting dedicated users on US college campuses after gaining popularity overseas. Essentially, BeReal sends users a prompt…
How to Change Your Browser in Windows 11 (Hint: It’s Not Easy)
when Windows 11 dropped, Microsoft made it harder to change your default browser. This made a lot of people very angry and was widely regarded as a bad move. Fortunately,…
How to Use Block Scheduling to Revamp Your Workflow
Getting people to respect your blocks is easy. If you need help finding time for clients, phone calls, or meetings that work with block scheduling, try Harmonizely or Calendly. I…
How to Use Universal Control With Your Mac and iPad
If you have an iPad sitting on your desk next to your MacBook or Mac, well, you can put it to good use with Apple’s Universal Control feature, which is…