Quick Links Linux Mint is one of the most popular and most recommended Linux distributions for users new to Linux. We’re going to walk you through the installation process step by step so you’ll know exactly what to expect. Getting Started Before we get into the actual installation, you’ll need to check the specs of the machine where you want to install Linux Mint to make sure it meets the minimum requirements and download the official installation ISO image....

Quick Links When I learned that Microsoft PowerPoint lets you add bookmarks to video and audio in PowerPoint, it completely changed how I use the program and, more importantly, dramatically elevated the quality of my presentations. Why Add Bookmarks to Video and Audio Clips in PowerPoint? You can add bookmarks to videos and audio clips in PowerPoint to trigger animations while the media plays. As well as making your slideshow more professional, this helps draw your audience’s attention to certain details in the video or audio clip....

Summary Screenshots can be useful, but they have a tendency to clog up your photo library. The best way to solve this is to avoid them getting into Photos in the first place. Using the Screenshot Overlay As a quick refresher, you cancapture a screenshot on your iPhoneby pressing the Side (lock) button and Volume Up or Down at the same time. When you do this, you’ll see a small preview appear in the bottom-left corner of the screen....

We all love gift cards, especially if we can get them for free. That’s why scammers tend to offer free gift cards around Black Friday, when they know people are eager to save as much money as possible. If you want to avoid falling for their trap, look out for these glaring warning signs. Never Trust Anything Free With No Strings Attached I wish the world wasn’t like this, but the reality is that very few people are interested in giving you anything of value for free....

Quick Links Many people underestimate the security risks associated with public Wi-Fi. They are typically unencrypted and leave your devices vulnerable to all sorts of cyber threats. If you often use public Wi-Fi, here are some steps you should always take to keep your PC secure. 1Protect Your Connection With a VPN Using a VPN is one of the most effective ways I secure my data on public Wi-Fi. By creating an encrypted tunnel between my device and the VPN server, no one is able to monitor my internet activities....

Quick Links Summary TikTok isn’t limited to making videos. If you have photos you’d like to share with your followers, make a swipeable slideshow using still images, music, and various other effects the app offers. It’s a quick and easy process, and we’ll show you how to create slideshows on your iPhone or Android phone. Why Create a Slideshow and Not a Traditional Video I get it. TikTok is primarily made for videos, but there’s a purpose behind creating slideshows....

Quick Links Summary On an iPhone, long-press the Flashlight icon in the Control Center and use the slider to increase the brightness. On an Android phone, tap and hold the Flashlight icon in Quick Settings and use the slider to make it brighter. Can’t see things because your phone’s flashlight is just too dim? Good news—you can make your phone’s flashlight brighter than the default levels. We’ll show you how to use your phone’s built-in features to make it happen....

Quick Links If you’re a programmer, particularly in data science or analysis, you’ve probably suffered headaches over the packages included in a Linux distribution. What if there were a way you could have a separate programming environment for your projects that was isolated from the system without having to set up a virtual machine? Mamba might be what you need. What Is Mamba? Mambais a package manager that’s intended for per-project use....

Summary Digital stores are one of modern gaming’s greatest conveniences, but I’ve only recently started to buy digital games after actively avoiding them for years. Here’s why I finally changed my mind. Countless Games Are Digital-Only There was a time when I was only interested in playing the latest triple-A releases, which meant it was always easy to find physical copies of the games I wanted. But by choosing to ignore digital games, I was missing out on an expansive catalog of must-play titles from both indie developers and major studios....

Quick Links Nintendo just revealedSplatoon Raiders, a mysterious spin-off of the popular ink-splatting shooter series. AlongsideHyrule Warriors: Age of ImprisonmentandKirby Air Riders, it seems the Switch 2’s early plan is to give fans alternative experiences while they wait for the main courses. This announcement got my brain spinning about which other Nintendo franchises could benefit from the spin-off treatment. These are the ones I’d most like to see. 6Pikmin It’s pretty clear that Nintendo wantsPikmin’stitular plant critters to sit alongside its roster of iconic mascots....

Wireless technology has advanced a lot over the past few years and has found its way into almost every type of tech gadget on the market. However, there are still some PC peripherals and gadgets that I refuse to use wirelessly because, for these, the drawbacks outweigh the potential benefits. 7Speakers The term “wireless speakers” can refer to two different types: wired speakers that receive an audio signal via Bluetooth, and fully wireless speakers with built-in batteries....

Summary As I began expanding my gaming horizons in recent years, I also started looking for ways to regulate how many games I play simultaneously. But the more I tried, the more I began to realize that my interests can rapidly change. Playing just one or two games at a time won’t cut it anymore. Clearing My Backlog Faster Before,clearing my backlog of gamesmeant choosing one or two and dedicating all of my time to them, for hours on end, until I finished them....

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, fashion was still surprisingly on everyone’s mind. Despite the ongoing conflict between the Rebels and Galactic Empire, Jedi, Sith, and stormtroopers alike concerned themselves with finding the best band for their smartwatches. What better option could there be thanMobyFox’sStar Warssmartwatch bands? Available in more than 30 different styles, these officially licensedStar Warssmartwatch bands really complete your look, whether you’re part of the Rebel scum or a high-ranking officer of the Empire....