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1. Integrate Cashback into Your Browser The concept of cashback isn’t anything new, but the ways to get it have become simpler than ever. There are sites that make money by having you shop through their site, and by doing so, are able to offer you “cash back” on every purchase. Two top examples of these kinds of sites are Topcashback and Rakuten. But instead of manually going through those sites, seeing if they have cashback, perhaps comparing the best rates between two different cashback sites, you can do something much faster....

ZaReason – This company with the strange name has been building Linux computers since 2007 and has an extensive line of laptops, desktops, and servers. It has everything from low-end boxes for as little as $399 to high-end servers priced at $2,499. ZaReason offers a wide range of customization options, low prices, free shipping, and a choice of operating systems, including several versions of Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, Linux Mint, and the option to get a machine with no OS....

If you own an Android TV or have purchased an Android TV box, these are the best Android TV apps that will show you what having a smart TV is all about. 1. Apple TV Last year, Apple did what many people thought would never happen: it launched an Apple TV app for Android TV! The Apple TV app should work on all modern Android TVs. That means if you have an Apple TV subscription, you can now enjoy it on your Android TV without a dedicated Apple TV box....

Sounds exciting, right? And even though it sounds a little scary, the fact is you will almost certainly be okay when you start playing around in this area and can actually use the features here to improve and speed up your browser. These are Make Tech Easier’s favorite Firefox about:config tricks, freshly updated for Firefox Quantum. How to Access “about:config” Type about:config into Firefox’s address bar. You will be shown that dragon-themed warning page....

There are many excellent applications for Windows and Mac that offer a clean, full-screen writing environment without the bells and whistles you would find in a regular word processor, but Linux seems to be somewhat lacking of quality Zenware writing applications. Development on most of this software seems to have halted years ago, and some promising applications have lost compatibility with newer systems due to outdated dependencies. If you are a writer or engage in any sort of writing regularly and prefer using Linux, there is still some hope....

Not all app locks and lockers for Android are worth installing, however. Some are scammy, ad-filled, and insecure. To make sure you’re protected the right way, here are three of the best app lockers for Android. 1. Norton App Lock If you’re looking for an app locker from a major security provider, Norton App Lock is going to be the best choice for you. Symantec, the company behind Norton, has been in the tech security game since 1982....

Here we’ve listed the best cell signal boosters you can buy today – whether you need one at home or on the go. 1. weBoost Connect 4G-X Probably the best-known manufacturer of cell signal boosters, weBoost has a vast collection of hardware for all budgets. Its hands-down most popular booster, the 4G-X, may not be cheap at $840, but it’s earned its place at the top of the pile. The 4G-X is compatible with all US cellphone carriers and is capable of boosting 3G, 4G and cellular signals....

Bad Sectors Bad sectors occur when a portion of the hard disk can no longer be written to or read. When you store something on the hard drive, the information is saved on more than one sector, which may or may not be adjacent to one another. If any sector with information from that file is damaged, it will be impossible to access that file without errors occurring. The bad sectors of a hard drive cause poor performance and overheating of your PC because it is very difficult to read the data from a hard drive with many bad sectors....

Windows automatically places files from folders or external devices in the Recycle Bin when you delete them, so you can easily recover these with just a few clicks. If you’ve permanently deleted a file, however, you won’t be able to restore it through the Recycle Bin. Luckily, there are other advanced methods for recovering your files, as we shall see below. Note: the methods included in this article are compatible with Windows 10/11....

1. DU Battery Saver DU Battery Saver is one of the intelligent apps that helps you gain more battery on your device. What this app does is try to reduce the amount of the battery that is being used without affecting the performance of the device. It uses battery patterns to optimize the settings and even lets you create your own mods, if you prefer it. If you are not much into geeky things, you can just set “General” as your default mode, and it should work like any normal battery saver app without having you manually configure the settings....

To protect your phone’s battery health, it might be a good idea to install an app to notify you when your device has finished charging. This article rounds up some of the best apps that will send out an alert every time your Android’s battery is full, thus allowing you to immediately unplug the device. 1. Full Battery Alarm Full Battery Alarm is a handy app which bundles a comprehensive set of features....

1. Mint Likely the best-known name on this list, Mint is the gold standard for tracking finances. To bring all your finances into one place, Mint allows you to add credit cards, loans, mortgages and more. In fact, any expense you can think of, Mint can help you track and make sure you pay it. There are few apps that make it easier to see all your bills and balances in one place....

We were met with an endless loading screen. After more than fifteen tries we ended up restarting the application. (I honestly hate the noise it makes when it loads up now.) So, what should you do if Netflix goes down again? Here’s a list with five options to keep you from staring at the screen hoping for signs of life. 1. Complain to Netflix Complaining to Netflix might seem pointless, but there’s always a chance that you might get an apology or even some compensation....

A blockchain is a ledger, or an accounting book, stored on a network of computers, usually dispersed across the world. These computers check each transaction against their records to ensure that it is valid, and if it is, it becomes part of the permanent blockchain. Think of it as a set of accounting books containing every transaction ever made. When a new book is written, each blockchain user gets a copy of the book....

1. Brides This app is not your average planning app. It’s set up in a blog style with each section covering an every area of concern for a bride-to-be. With new content being added continually, you are sure to be inspired. In the Healthy Bride section, you will find recipes and cleansing diets that will help you look and feel great on your wedding day. The Martha Stewart Guide is “A Good Thing” for great suggestions of unique and perfect wedding touches....

1. FocusWriter You’ve probably heard of FocusWriter, since it is often praised as one of the best distraction-free text editors for Linux, OS X and Windows. The stripped-down interface – a blank, semi-transparent surface without buttons and toolbars – can be used in full-screen mode for maximum focus. There are several themes and background images to choose from, and you can even design your own theme (by adjusting colors and fonts)....

1. Attendance Register Attendance Register was developed initially as a way for people to record their own attendance at work or classes. The app gave them a way to keep track of how many days they had missed certain events where they were allowed a certain amount of cuts. Now it is a simple app that can be used to keep track of employees. To record attendance, tap on the name of an employee....

Note: Android users can check out the best ebook reader here. 1. tiReader tiReader has big aspirations. The app is more than just an ebook reader app; it’s an omnivorous media viewer with support for annotation. That includes an annotation-friendly photo viewer that builds a table of contents based on a ZIP file folder structure, supports DJVU files with bookmarks and annotations, and an audiobook player with support for searchable bookmarks and annotations....

If you are a Linux user and a dark theme lover, you are in luck. Here are five of the best dark themes for Linux. Check them out! 1. OSX-Arc-Shadow As its name implies, this theme is inspired by OS X. It is a flat theme based on Arc. The theme supports GTK 3 and GTK 2 desktop environments, so Gnome, Cinnamon, Unity, Manjaro, Mate, and XFCE users can install and use the theme....

What Is a Password Manager? Password managers are tools that make it easy for you to generate strong and unique passwords and securely store them in one place. You only need to remember a master password to unlock the vault, which you can then access all your other passwords. Criteria For A Good Password Manager Not all password managers are created equal. For a password manager to be in this best list, it has to meet the following key metrics: supports the latest security encryption, multiple device support and compatibility, and vault accessibility....