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Phil Dotree has written copy for numerous websites and news sites for five years. His articles have appeared on the Howard Stern Show, Fark, Digg.com, and more. Phil is currently working on a book about freelance writing.
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Band Tips: Getting Fans' Attention on Social Media WebsitesHere are a few tips to help you sell your music and promote your events online through Facebook, Twitter, and even Myspace.
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Tethering an iPhone Through a Website: What to KnowIf you're thinking about using Tether or another tethering website to put your iPhone's data plan to good use, here are a few important things to know.
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3 Android Smartphones With Great Battery LifeHere's a look at three popular Android smartphones with excellent batteries and good overall feature sets.
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Solid-State Drive Data Recovery: What to KnowIf your SSD fails, you'll need an experienced data recovery company that can handle the case. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
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How to Do More With Your Netbook's Trackpad in Windows 7Here are a few quick tips for improving your netbook track pad's functionality.
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How to Stop Your Netbook's Trackpad from Going CrazyThere are a few different netbooks with known track pad issues, and there's nothing more annoying than suddenly having your track pad die or lose responsiveness. Here's what you need to do to keep your netbook's track pad from messing up or shutting off.
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Band Tips: Making Smart Merch Decisions for an Indie BandEvery band needs merchandise, because in most cases, the bars and nightclubs that book indie acts will only pay $50-100 for a 45 minute set. Here are a few tips for making smart merch choices.
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Choosing Between DLP and LCD Projectors for Your Home TheaterWhen selecting a projector, you'll need to choose between the two major types of projectors: DLP, which stands for digital light processing, and LCD, which stands for liquid crystal display.
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Who Should Upgrade to the New iPad?If you already own a tablet, there's a good chance that you don't need to invest in the new iPad, but all of that will depend on how you use your old tablet.
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The Best Solid-State Drives to Boost Your Laptop's SpeedIf you want laptop speed, you'll need to get a solid-state drive. Here are a few great options.
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How to Upgrade Your iPhone Wirelessly and Deciding Whether to UpgradeYou can install the new iPhone 5.1 iOS update wirelessly. Here are a tips to keep in mind during the installation.
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The Best Tablets for StudentsThere are a few tablets that offer a number of advantages over traditional desktop and laptop computers.
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The 3 Best Video-Editing Software for PC or Mac ComputersThe best video-editing programs run smoothly and give their users a variety of special effects and tools with a clean, intuitive interface. Here's a look at some of the best software available.
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The Best Android Alternatives to the New iPadDepending on what you're looking for in a tablet, some options actually offer a better value. Here's a look at the major contenders.
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How to Stop the IPhone's Siri "I Can't Take Requests" ErrorIf you're having "I can't take requests" problems with your iPhone's Siri, here are a few tips to get it working again.
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Guide to Buying a Netbook in 2012There may be fewer netbook releases in 2012, as manufacturers adjust to limited demand. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you're planning on a new mini-laptop.
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Band Tips: How to Sell More Digital CopiesHere are a few tips to keep in mind when selling your band's digital music.
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Why You Can't Remove Scratches from an iPhone 4S ScreenThere's a good reason why you can't remove scratches from the screen of an iPhone 4S.
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How to Improve the Memory on a Windows NetbookYou can upgrade the memory of your Windows Netbook, but there are a few things to keep in mind before you buy an extra stick of RAM.
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How to Avoid Common Problems with the iPhone 4S's Siri Voice ControlsHere are some tips for making sure that Siri understands you.
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Review of the Samsung Galaxy NoteThe Galaxy Note is a "phablet" -- a blend of smartphone and tablet geared toward multimedia fans, artists and other power users.
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Tips for Buying a Touchscreen MonitorHere are a few tips to keep in mind if you're considering a touchscreen monitor.
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Band Tips: Writing a Quick Letter to Get Your Band's Album ReviewedIn order to get a review, you're going to have to make your letter stick out.
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How to Install an Operating System on a NetbookHere's a step-by-step guide to installing an operating system on any netbook.
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Review of the Motorola Droid RazrRelaunching the Razr as a smartphone makes perfect sense, and in the process, Motorola has made some excellent design decisions.
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Paul McCartney and Other '60s Legends' Views on Music PiracyHere’s a look at how Paul McCartney, Keith Richards and other rock and roll veterans have dealt with the challenge--and threat--of file sharing.
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4 Steps to Take when You Accidentally Delete a FileHere are a few steps to take to improve your chances of a successful data recovery on an accidentally deleted file.
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Why Bands Should Pirate Their Own MusicWhen I release my next album this year, I’m going to pirate it myself. Here’s a few reasons why I’m taking this step.
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3 Reasons to Buy a Home RAID ArrayThere are a few great reasons to look into getting a home RAID array. Here's a quick overview.
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Helpful Tips for Building an Electronic Press Kit that Will Get Your Band GigsHere are a few tips for setting up an electronic press kit that will bring in the gigs and showcase your band’s music.
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Louis CK, Star of FX’s ‘Louie’, Donates $280K to CharityCK’s massive gift to several charities left him with about $220,000 for himself out of the original million generated by his stand up special.
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4 Local St. Louis Songwriters Everyone Should KnowHere are four songwriters living, playing and writing in St. Louis that everyone in the city should know about.
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Deciding Whether to Buy a Tablet or a Color E-ReaderThere are a few key things to keep in mind when choosing between a tablet and a color e-reader like the Kindle Fire.
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'Louie': Louis C.K.’s $5 Stand-up Special and Reddit AppearanceTo promote his new stand-up, C.K. took the time to answer questions on the link-sharing website Reddit, bantering with fans about the third season of ‘Louie,’ copyright ethics, and more.
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A Shopping Guide to Four of the Best Christmas Movies for GuysHere are a few great guys' movies that focus on the holiday season, including a few family-friendly and a few not-so-family-friendly favorites.
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4 Reasons Why Howard Stern is a Perfect Fit for 'America’s Got Talent'Here are a few of the reasons that Stern will likely bring some lift to the talent show’s sails.
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How to Stop Games from Crashing on the iPhone 4SIf your iPhone 4S seems to be crashing every time you launch a particular game, here are a few tips that might help you fix the problem.
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Hulk Hogan, Ashton Kutcher and Other Celebrities Handling Divorce This Holiday SeasonHere’s a look at a few of the most notable names.
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Twitter Reactions: Celebrities React to Rick Perry's 'Strong' Campaign AdGOP Presidential candidate Rick Perry released a campaign video on YouTube that went viral on Wednesday, partially due to the ad's arguably homophobic content.
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Band Tips: Getting Radio Play for Your Band's SingleYou'll have to jump through a few hoops to get any real radio play for a band's single. Here's what you need to know.
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Review of the Amazon Kindle Fire: E-Book Reader or Tablet?To put it simply, Amazon wants to be the Apple of the E-reader market--which might be tough, because the Kindle Fire has more in common with the iPad than it does with E-readers of old.
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Three Quick Tips for Getting More From Siri on the iPhone 4SHere are a few quick tips to help you get more out of the iPhone 4S’s voice recognition app, Siri.
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Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey, and Other Highlights of the Annual Rockefeller Plaza Christmas EventJustin Bieber and Mariah Carey's video was one of the highlights of CBS’s annual Rockefeller Plaza musical event. Here’s a look at a few of the other high points.
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How to Quickly Change the Aspect Ratio on Your YouTube VideosIf you’re tired of the big black bars on the sides of all your clips and you don’t want to go through the trouble of editing each individual video file, here’s a quick guide to changing your aspect ratio on any uploaded video by changing its tags.
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4 Settings That Can Improve the Battery Life of an iPhone 4SHere are a few tips to extend the battery life of your iPhone 4S without losing any essential functionality.
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Making a Living as a Musician: Three Tips for Making Ends MeetIf you're trying to make a living as a musician, there are going to be months when it's hard to pay the electric bill. Here are a few tips for making enough money to get by.
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Shopping Tips for Finding the Best Electronics Deals on Cyber MondayHere are a few shopping tips to keep in mind when looking for electronics on Cyber Monday.
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The Best Electronics to Put on LayawayHere’s a look at a few items that would be good layaway material in the 2011 holiday season.
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How I'm Budgeting for a Major Tech PurchaseBudgeting for a major purchase can be easy with the right tools. Here are a few high-tech ways to plan ahead when buying a laptop or other expensive gadget.
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How to Choose a Great Gaming TabletHere are a few tips for choosing a tablet PC if you’re interested in gaming.
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4 Reasons that Your Band’s Gig Didn’t DrawHere’s a few of the most common reasons that band gigs fail to draw a crowd.
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Choosing a Satellite Radio for Your CarIf you’re thinking about buying a satellite radio for your vehicle, here are a few tips to keep in mind.
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Review of the HTC AmazeHere's a look at HTC's newest 4G Android smartphone.
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How to Find the Best Horror Movie Originals, Remakes and SequelsIf you know what to look for, there are certainly a few classic horror films that stand out, including some remakes and sequels.
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4 Unusual Bill Clinton ProductsHere’s a look at a few of the most eccentric Clinton products, including dolls, cookware and more.
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Where’s the iPhone 5? Why Apple Announced the iPhone 4S InsteadApple announced the iPhone 4S today instead of the iPhone 5. Here's a look at why the company decided to hold off on an iPhone 5 announcement.
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Wilco Returns with ‘The Whole Love’ - a Look at the Band’s Most Important AlbumsIndie band Wilco is one of the most innovative groups of the last two decades. However, they haven't always been critical darlings, and some of their most inventive works have simply sailed over reviewers' heads. As they prepare to release the "The Whol
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New MP3 Players: The Best and Worst Choices for Miniature Digital Audio DevicesIn the last few years, there have been dozens of tiny, full-featured MP3 players released. Companies like Archos and Coby specialize in them, and some of these tiny devices warrant some attention.
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Best Buys for Setting Up a Home Recording StudioHere are a few great pieces of equipment that you’ll want to consider if you’re going to start recording music or other audio in your home.
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Why the iPhone 5’s Voice Control Features Are so ExcitingHere’s a look at what the iPhone 5’s voice controls are expected to do.
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Jason Alexander and Other Male Stars Who Have Changed Their Signature LooksHere are three male celebs who’ve recently changed their signature looks.
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Lady Gaga and Other Celebrities Taking Steps to End BullyingHere’s a few of the most vocal anti-bullying celebs.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger and Other Controversial Celebrity Athlete AutobiographersArnold Schwarzenegger isn’t the first former athelete with an extremely controversial autobiography. Here’s a look at three others.
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Review of the Motorola Droid BionicThe Droid Bionic is a powerful yet expensive smartphone from Motorola. Here's an overview of its features.
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Why Peter Dinklage’s Emmy was the Best Call of the NightAt the 2011 Emmy Awards, Dinklage received the coveted Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series award. It certainly wasn’t unexpected.
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Shows That Will Benefit the Most from Their Emmy WinsHere are a few shows with actors, directors and staff that will benefit greatly from their 2011 Emmy wins.
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How I Lose Weight with Interval Runs: A Weekly GuideHere’s a quick guide to a week of workouts that use interval training to cut weight.
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How to Fix Common Computer Problems After a Video Card InstallationIf your video card doesn’t seem to be working properly after an installation or if you’ve noticed other major computer issues after plugging the card in, here’s a few quick tips for figuring out what’s wrong.
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4 Musicians' Mistakes that Can Cost You a Bar GigHere's a look at some of the biggest mistakes that bands can make when trying to get booked or re-booked at a bar.
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Celebrity Tough Guys that Support Gay MarriageHere are three celebrity tough guys who support gay marriage rights.
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Keeping Transparency Between Partners in a BusinessHere are a few tips for keeping both partners in a business on-track for the first few months of operation.
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What You'll Need to Convert Audio Files on a Mac or Windows ComputerHere are a few basic tips to keep in mind when converting from one type of audio format to another.
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3 Celebrities With Surprising and Harrowing 9/11 ExperiencesIn the months and years following the tragedy, some celebrities have shared their harrowing and often shocking September 11th experiences.
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4 Celebrities with Boring CarsHere's a look at four celebrities who prefer boring cars to flashy, expensive vehicles.
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How the Economy Could Be Limiting Virtual Server TechnologyRecently, server tech has reacted somewhat surprisingly to the faltering economy, mainly in the progression and acceptance of the cloud.
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How to Pick the Best Television for Watching SportsHere is a quick guide to picking a great HDTV for an engrossing sports-viewing experience.
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3 Tech Gadgets to Use During the Tennis U.S. OpenHere are three must-have tech gadgets that tennis fans can enjoy during the U.S. Open.
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3 Reasons Why Jay-Z Will Not Respond to Lil Wayne's DissHere are a few reasons why Jay-Z might to start feuding with Lil Wayne.
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4 Celebrities Who Got Tattoos This SummerHere's a look at a few of the most notable tattoos from the past several months.
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Choosing the Right Vehicle for a Band TourHere are a few tips for musicians for buying the right vehicle for a regional or national tour.
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Pearl Jam's 'Ten' and How it Changed American MusicOn the 20 year anniversary of Pearl Jam's "Ten," we remember what music was like before the grunge movement.
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The Best Performances at the 2011 VMAsHere's an overview of four of the best performances at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards.
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The 4 Most Surprising Moments of the 2011 MTV VMAsHere are a few of the biggest surprises from the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards.
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Shopping Tips for Buying Electronics on Labor Day WeekendHere are a few tips to keep in mind if you're looking for great electronics deals on Labor Day weekend.
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How to Minimize Delays when Using MIDI Equipment with a ComputerEven with a fast computer, you may notice some delays when recording to a computer through MIDI. Here are a few tips for minimizing and eliminating these types of delays.
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Why Abercrombie Offered 'The Situation' a Hefty Check to Stop Wearing Their BrandAbercrombie specifically targeted Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino, who's widely known for his six-pack abs and his less-than-enlightened world view. Here's why.
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Kevin Federline and Other Celebrities with Kids from Multiple RelationshipsHere are a few celebrities who have more than a couple of kids with more than one partner.
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Songs that Never Needed Cover VersionsThere are certain cover songs that aren't just bad because they've been poorly recorded; they're bad because there was absolutely no reason to cover them in the first place. Here are a few examples.
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3 Ways that Android Tablets Can Start Competing with the iPadIf Android tablet manufacturers ever want to really compete with Apple, there are a few things that they'll need to do differently.
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5 Weird Gadgets for College StudentsHere's a look at some of the weirdest gadgets that students can find on the shelves this fall.
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The 5 Best Back to School Gadgets for StudentsHere's a look at a few types of gadgets that all students should look into, and the best options for each category of gadgets.
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MTV at 30: 7 Notable Shows from the Station's HistoryHere are seven of the station's most important--and controversial--TV shows.
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Key Events, Changes in 30 Years of MTVHere's a look at a few of the most significant moments from MTV's history.Also published on:
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MTV at 30: Where Are the VJs Now?Here's a look at five VJs from early in MTV's history and what they're up to now.
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30 Great Videos from 30 Years of MTVHere's 30 great music videos from the MTV era with links to the videos when possible.
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Review of the Altec Lansing Octiv 650The Octiv 650 is a very capable iPod docking station from Altec Lansing, with only a few minor issues.
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Review of Powerbeats Headphones by Dr. Dre and MonsterDr. Dre has teamed up with Monster Cable to introduce a line of headphones aimed at stylish buyers who are concerned with quality audio and willing to pay large amounts of money to hear their music in the way that it was meant to be heard.
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Review of the Samsung UN46D8000 3D Smart TVThis is a 3D screen with some serious computing power and a great example of Samsung's new line.
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Celebrity Men Who Go Bald for Their RolesHere are a few male actors who have taken the brave step of shaving their heads to play a role in a film or on TV.
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The 4 Coolest Moments From Comic-Con 2011Here are four of the coolest moments from this year's Comic-Con, including info on new TV shows, upcoming movies and other hip-yet-geeky stuff.Also published on:
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The Best Affordable Smart Phones for College StudentsHere are four fast cell phones that are both affordable and full of great features to make any college student's academic life a lot easier.
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Hip Hop and R&B Stars' Charitable ContributionsHere are three major hip hop and R&B artists who are giving back.
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Consumer Guide to Buying TabletsHere's a quick guide to help you know what to look for when choosing a tablet and which features really aren't that important.
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Peter Dinklage's Emmy Nominations: Why the 'Game of Thrones' Actor Should WinHere's why the dwarf actor has a great chance of winning an Emmy.
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Celebrity Lawsuits: 4 Celebs' Recent Court BattlesHere are four celebrities who have kept their attorneys on speed-dial for the last few months.
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3 Celebrities Who Have Recovered From Serious Throat SurgeryHere's a look at R. Kelly and three other celebritites who have had to have throat surgery and how it affected their careers.
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4 Things We Can Learn from the 2011 VMA NominationsThe 2011 MTV VMA nominations are here, and there are a few surprises along with a few very predictable choices. Here are a few things that we can learn from the judges' decisions.
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Choosing a GPS for Car NavigationThere are hundreds of GPS devices on the market, but they fall into three main categories. Here's a description of each and what consumers should know.
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Review of the Barnes and Noble Nook Simple TouchThe first Barnes and Noble Nook wasn't exactly difficult to use, but Barnes and Noble's newest eBook reader, the Nook Simple Touch, is designed to make eBooks easier to buy and read.
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A Guide to New Accessories for SLR CamerasFrom tripods to lens hoods to more complex recent innovations, camera accessories can be a valuable resource and a great source of inspiration for photographers.
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Review of the Samsung ChargeThe Samsung Charge was recently introduced as a 4G LTE phone on the Verizon network, and Verizon appears to be aware of the fact that it's important to support a 4G network with some serious hardware.
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Paris Hilton's 3 Most Awkward InterviewsHere's a look at the heiress's three most uncomfortable interview moments.
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Palin Documentary 'The Undefeated' Suffers from Poor Filmmaking, Lack of DirectionSarah Palin's '..."The Undefeated' is not a great film. It's barely passable as a documentary, and all but the most ardent Palin fans should steer clear of this mess.
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Chris Brown's Second Chance and 3 Other Celebrities Who the Public ForgaveHere's a look at a few other celebrities who rose from scandal to come out on top thanks to forgiveness from the public.Also published on:
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3 Weird Celebrity Marriages With Huge Age DifferencesHere are three somewhat-creepy celebrity couples with vastly different ages.
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Review of the Toshiba Satellite L755D-S5204A look at Toshiba's mid-priced Satellite L755D-S5204, including details on its processing power and other stats.
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Review of the Toshiba Satellite L775D-S7206Here's a look at the Toshiba Satellite L775D-S7206, a full-featured laptop with some great media capabilities.
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Review of Dell's Inspiron 15 N5030Here's a review of the Dell's Inspiron 15 N5030, including a detailed look at the computer's features and specs.
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Review of the HP G6-1b39WMHere's a look at the features of the HP G6-1b39WM, a budget-friendly laptop from Hewlett-Packard.
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Review of the Toshiba Satellite C655D-S5200Here's a look at the features of the Toshiba Satellite C655D-S5200.
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Review of the Compaq CQ57-229WMThe Compaq Presario CQ57-229WM is the latest in a series of low-cost laptops that walks the line between affordability and capability.
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3 Celebrities Who Have Dealt with Bizarre Robbery PlotsHere's a look at three celebrities who have dealt with bizarre robbery plots.
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Emmy Predictions 2011: Who Deserves the Win?Here's a look at a few actors and shows that deserve to win in their categories, as well as a look at their competitors and predictions for who will win.
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Should You Buy an Android Tablet or Wait?Here are a few things to consider if you're ready to buy an Android tablet, including a look at a few important tablets that haven't been released yet.
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Why People Feel Entitled to Free Music and What Artists Can Do About ItPeople feel entitled to free music, and this makes it difficult for indie artists. Here's what bands and songwriters can do to fight against the growing wave of music piracy in the industry.
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The 4 Most Uncomfortable Moments from the First Season of 'Louie'Here's a few of the most uncomfortable moments from the first season of '..."Louie.'
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How Android Tablets Are Making a Serious Run at the iPadA look at how a new batch of Android tablets could threaten Apple's iPad and its market dominance.
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How to Buy the Right LCD Computer MonitorHere's the basic info you'll need to pick the perfect monitor for your computer.
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How to Fix a Loud Nintendo WiiOne day, I headed over to my friend's house armed with a can of compressed air and a screwdriver. Here's a quick guide to making your Wii run quieter with the same tools.
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The Four 'Harry Potter' Actors We Think Will Have the Best Post-Potter CareersHere's a look at the Harry Potter stars that we think will have the brightest futures in show business. We'll try to avoid spoilers for anyone who hasn't had a chance to see 'The Deathly Hallows Part 2' yet.
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How the Second Season of 'Louie' Shows that Comedians Don't Have to Be FunnyThe focus of "Louie" has gradually moved to CK's intense social anxiety and his fractured family life, not without some impressive results.
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The Top Webcam-Enabled PCs for College StudentsHere's a look at four of the best college student computers for video web chats.
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Laptop vs. Tablet: What's Better in the College Classroom?Here's a look at the advantages and disadvantages of tablets and laptops for college students and a few choice picks for the new school year.
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Xzibit, Rosario Dawson and Other Celebrities Express Their Views on PlankingXzibit isn't the only celebrity to share his views on planking, although he's probably the most angry one out there. Here's a few celebrities who have gotten caught up in the planking craze.
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How to Get Better Battery Life on an Android TabletHere are a few tips to help you keep your Android tablet running for longer on a single battery charge.
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How to Choose a Great Wireless PrinterHere are a few tips for finding a great wireless printer, regardless of what you're looking to print.
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Why an iPhone Might Give 'Accessory Not Designed for iPhone' Messages when Nothing is AttachedHere's a look at two issues which cause an iPhone to assume that an accessory is plugged in when its dock connector isn't actually in use.
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Why Bands Should Consider House Show ToursHere's a look at a few of the biggest pluses to planning your band tour around house shows.
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Why an iPhone's Maps App Might Operate SlowlyThere are several reasons for tremendous lag and slowdown when using the Maps app on an iPhone. Here's a look at a few common causes of the issue and how to fix them.
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Is Antivirus Software Really Necessary on a Mac?Here's a look at why there are fewer viruses for Mac users and whether this means that antivirus software is unnecessary on Mac OS.
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Anthony and Joe Russo Help 'Community' Succeed Where 'Arrested Development' FailedA look at the Russo brothers' new deal with NBC and its greater implications.
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How the Nook Simple Touch Will Change the Market for eBook ReadersThe Barnes and Noble Nook Simple Touch may end up changing the eBook reader market. Here's a look at how eBook readers have been typically seen by consumers and why that might change.
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Major Bands Who Have Recently Been Booed at ConcertsHere's a look at a few recent examples of major musicians who were on the receiving end of some abuse from fans.
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What an iPhone Memory Leak is and How to Fix ItHere's a quick description of an iPhone memory leak, what it is, and how to fix it.
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Britney's Rumored New Fiance and Three Other Celebs Who Were Secretly EngagedHere's a look at Britney's possible engagement and three other celebrities who were engaged or married without telling the press.Also published on:
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Tracy Morgan and Other Celebrities With Homophobic RantsEvery once in a while, some celebrities choose their words very poorly when discussing homosexuality. Here are three celebs whose homophobic words got them into hot water.
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Kim Kardashian's Prenup Sounds Bulletproof, Plus Other Celebs Who Protected Their FortunesHere's a look at four celebrities who insisted on prenups before walking down the aisle.
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Shania Hits Sin City and 3 Other Stars With Las Vegas ResidenciesHere's a look at Shania Twain's new Vegas show and three other stars who have landed regular shows in the town.
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Apple and Google Set for a Cloud Music FaceoffApple's new iCloud music service pits the company against long-time rival Google. Here's a look at how iCloud will work and how the competition will improve the new cloud music industry.
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How to Buy a Great Looking HDTVChoosing the right HDTV can be tough, but here are a few basic things to know if you're ready to make the jump to high definition.
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What Independent Musicians Can Learn from Lady GagaAt her heart, Lady Gaga is a great self promoter, and there are a few things that every independent musician can learn from the new queen of pop.
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Why an iPhone Makes a Screeching Noise and How to Fix ItIf your iPhone makes strange sounds, here's a look at what's probably causing the issue and how to fix it.
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Louis CK Has Complete Creative Control for Second Season of 'Louie'The second season of "Louie" starts on June 23rd, and fans of the misanthropic comedian have a lot to look forward to thanks to Louis CK's complete creative control over his creation.
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How to Fix an iPhone that Loses Battery Power While Still ChargingHere's a look at what causes an iPhone to lose power while it's charging and how to stop the issue from occurring.
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How to Help Your Father Learn to Use a New SmartphoneIf your father hasn't upgraded his phone in a few years and he seems interested in new smartphone technology, here's what you'll need to get him up to speed.
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3 Common Problems with iPhone Car GPS AppsHere are a few common problems with iPhone GPS apps designed for car navigation and how to fix them.
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4 Common Problems with iPhone Music Streaming AppsHere's a look at four common problems with streaming audio apps on the iPhone and how to fix them.
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Best Devices for On-The-Go Summer Movie WatchingHere's a look at a few of the best devices that can stream or play movies on the go.
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4 Great Technology Gifts for Recent High School GraduatesHere's a look at four awesome technology gifts that are sure to delight any recent graduate.
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How to Stop an iPhone App's Sound from Dropping Out when You Change ScreensIf your iPhone seems to have trouble playing sound in a specific app like Pandora or Rhapsody, here's a few quick ways to fix the problem.
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The 10 Best iPad Apps for MomsHere's a look at a few of the best iPad apps that every mom should have.
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The 10 Coolest Eco-Friendly GadgetsHere's a look at ten incredibly cool gadgets that help their owners reduce their carbon footprints.
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The 4 Weirdest Ways That Celebrities Have Given to CharityMany celebrities have come up with warped or novel ways to support their favorite causes. Here's a look at four of the strangest celebrity charity tactics.
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Acoustic Guitar Cover Songs That Should Never Be Played AgainHere's a look at five acoustic cover songs that guitarists should avoid along with suggestions for similar songs to play instead.
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The 4 Coolest Announcements of Google I/O 2011Here's a look at four of the coolest innovations that Google introduced at the Google I/O Conference 2011.
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4 Celebrities Who Became Older ParentsHere's a look at a few older celebrities who had (or are having) children.
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Why the iPhone's Search Function Stops Working and How to Fix ItFixing the iPhone's search function when it stops working is fairly easy. Here's what you need to know.
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3 Things to Know Before Replacing an iPhone's ScreenThere are a few important things to know before you try to replace your iPhone's broken screen.
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The Bloom Box and Whether it Lives Up to the HypeHere's a look at the technology, and whether it lives up to the tremendous hype it's been receiving.
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4 Celebrities Who Will Come to Your Party (If You Have a Tremendous Amount of Money)Here's a look at four celebs who will attend just about any party for the right amount of cash and what they charge.Also published on:
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How to Stop iPhone Apps from Crashing Before They LoadIf you're having problems with an iPhone app that crashes before it loads properly, here are a few tips to try.
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Band Tips: Making More Money on the Road when You Aren't Well-KnownHere are a few things that every touring singer songwriter and band should think about to make as much money as they can from a regional or national tour.
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Is the New Lady Gaga Video 'Judas' Intended to Offend?The new Lady Gaga video has arrived, and it should come as a surprise to no one that it's already stirring up controversy.
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Learning Music from Video Games: What Game Companies Can Do to Improve on Rock Band's FormulaIn order to really offer a useful music tool, there are a few big changes that video game designers need to introduce.
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Review of the Asus Eee Pad TransformerThe Asus Eee Transformer TF101 has received a lot of attention as an alternative to the Motorola Xoom and iPad. Here's a look at its features.
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4 Sitcoms That Tried to Replace Their StarsHere's a look at a few other major examples of sitcoms that have had to replace their stars--and how it worked out.Also published on:
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The Tablet Vs. Netbook Argument: Why Tablets Are NecessaryTablets have been derided as toys and dismissed as unnecessary as compared to netbooks. Here's a look at why this isn't the case--and why tablet popularity will explode in the next few years.
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5 Unique and Strange Tech Gifts for MothersHere's a look at a few odd tech gifts to consider for a mom you know this mother's day.
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The 5 Strangest Mother-Related BlogsHere's a look at some of the strangest and most interesting blogs written by mothers around the world.
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Top 10 songs about American footballHere's a look at ten of the most notable football songs of all time.
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The 10 best basketball songsHere's a look at ten of the best songs ever written about basketball.
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The Top 10 Smartphone Apps for MothersIn honor of Mother's Day, here's a look at some of the best smart phone apps designed specifically for moms.
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How St. Louis Drivers Would React to $5 GasolineHere's what drivers around St. Louis would do if gas prices continued to rise past $5 a gallon.
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The top 10 baseball songs of all timeHere's a look at ten of the best baseball tunes ever penned.
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Amazon's Outage Could Lead to Problems for the Cloud Computing IndustryAmazon's recent outage could have lasting consequences for both Amazon and the cloud computing industry as a whole, depending on how the issue is ultimately resolved.
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Is Fender's Rock Band 3 Squier Guitar the Future of Music Instruments?Does Fender's Squier Rock Band 3 guitar live up to the hype?
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Five Great Tech Gifts for Mother's Day 2011Here are a few tech gifts to give this Mother's Day that your mom will appreciate more than another drawing of a heart made out of elbow macaroni.Also published on:
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How to Set the Action on Your Squier Rock Band GuitarHere are some tips for setting the action on your Rock Band Squier guitar or any Squier guitar that needs a slight adjustment.
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Trump Should Follow Bachmann's Lead and Drop the Birther ArgumentAs relatively mainstream Republicans and even Tea Party leaders distance themselves from the "birther" comments of Donald Trump, the potential presidential candidate doesn't show any signs of changing his viewpoint.
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Why the Cast of 'Glee' Shouldn't Cover Rebecca Black's 'Friday'We should all implore the cast of "Glee" to abandon their current plan to cover Rebecca Black's "Friday," for the good of the world.Also published on:
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How to Stop Your iPhone Camera from Crashing when Uploading to YouTubeHere are a few tips for stopping the iPhone's "Camera" app from crashing.
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4 Musicians Who Guest Starred on Major TV ShowsHere are a few of the major musical stars who have shown up on television in the last few years--with varying degrees of success.
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How to Fix Common Problems with iPhone Video GamesIf you're having problems with your iPhone's games, here are a few tips to help you get back up to speed.
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Why Companies Are Turning to Cloud Technology for Their Server NeedsMany companies are using cloud computing instead of virtual servers or other options. Here's why.
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Celebrities Who Have Made Money by Acting InsaneHere's a look at a few celebrities who have built their careers around being a little bit (or a lot) insane.
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Celebrity Wrestling: Snooki and 4 Other Stars that Have Become Pro WrestlersHere's a look at four other celebrities whose careers have taken a strange turn into the universe of professional wrestling.
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Tips for Improving Your Productivity in Google Chrome with ExtensionsIf you use Google Chrome, here are a few tips for improving your productivity with the help of a few key extensions.
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When to Be Wary of a Program You Don't RecognizeHere's a look at what you need to know if you don't know where an application on your computer came from.
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The 5 Biggest Drawbacks to Having a Home Recording StudioThere are some serious drawbacks to having a home recording studio that every musician should consider. Here's a look at a few of the biggest disadvantages to a home studio.
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Band Tips: The Importance of Promoting Your Online VideosHere are a few things that all bands should consider when promoting their online videos.
