One of the greatest benefits of Python is its ability to snake (pun completely intended) around a lot of conventions found in other languages with little effort on behalf of the programmer, letting you compose incredibly simple little “quips” to get the job done. Here are a few examples! 1. Swap Variables Around Because you don’t have to deal with tedious things like addresses in memory, swapping your variables for each other can be done in one simple line: Just separate each variable with a comma, and swap them around!...

1. Pay Special Attention to Cyber Security It’s a myth that macOS doesn’t have any viruses or other malware. Still, it is much less of a concern than on Windows. On macOS, users enjoy some protection thanks to how small the macOS install base is. Malware creators are more likely to target the largest group of users, and that’s Windows. Windows has a built-in antivirus package called Windows Defender, which is perfectly fine for most users....

1. QuickLook Sometimes you just want to preview a file before opening it with the actual program. For instance, if you are using Photoshop, you can see a preview of the .psd file in File Explorer. With Quicklook you just have to press the Spacebar, and it will show you a quick preview of the target file. QuickLook supports a wide range of files formats and types. 2. EarTrumpet EarTrumpet is one of my favorite apps....

Discord Calls Disconnecting Discord hasn’t addressed or identified the cause of this issue, and users have been experiencing this for a while now. No troubleshooting method has proven to be the solution for this issue. Our advice is to run through all of the troubleshooting steps below until you find one that works for you. 1. Change Server Region Discord offers many server options all over the world. This is done to improve connection speed and performance by allowing users to choose a server that’s closer to where they live....

1. Creately Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, Browser Creately is a strong Visio competitor with its premium versions. However, the free version of Creately is ideal for casual users who only need to create the occasional diagram. You’re limited to just 60 shapes, though you’ll still have access to templates. There’s also a three-workspace limit. However, you can easily print your diagram, clear a workspace, and start a new project at any time....

1. Your Favorite Podcast/Streamer/YouTuber/Subreddit Starting off with a bit of a broad one, but obviously there are many different kinds of people with many different interests out there, so to cover that we figured we’d start by guiding you to the kinds of topics that interest you. A good place to start on this front is by gathering a list of your favorite podcasts, Twitch streams, Youtube channels, you-name-it, then type in its name into Google followed by ‘discord’....

This is a great thing because more direct communication with one another means you get to talk to people in a much faster way rather than emailing and whatnot. Still, though the apps listed above are popular, they all have something in common: they can’t be trusted to safeguard your private information. It is because of this we’ve decided to make a top three list of the best encrypted Android messengers....

If you are new to Dropbox and haven’t tried it yet, we suggest you read our earlier article on how to make the most out of Dropbox. Dropbox gives 2 gigabytes of free space to all users which is sufficient if you want to sync only a few folders between multiple computers. However, the 2 GB limit is not enough if you want to sync or backup a large collection of music albums, MP3’s, video files etc....

1. Play Books Google finally introduced the ability to upload EPUBs into Google Books during Google I/O this year. Its now allows readers to read any EPUB books online, either on your browser or Android device. For people already invested in Google’s ecosystem, this is a great way to accumulate books from a wide range of sources and access them on any device. I recently bought the Video Game Bundle from StoryBundle, and they imported into the service just fine....

1. Write Space Write Space is a distraction-free writing tool that is very easy on the eyes – and your battery. With a solid black background, this is one extension that gives your screen a much-needed rest. The application saves data locally, so you are free to use it without an Internet connection. Like many distraction-free editors, a persistent auto-save function allows you to close the window without concern and return to where you left off at your leisure....

None of the alternatives are exact replicas of GarageBand, but they’re still powerful music creation, mixing, and editing tools. Some are even free or offer free versions, making them well worth trying out. 1. LMMS LMMS, which was once Linux MultiMedia Studio, is an advanced music editor that’s completely free. The open-source software is compatible with Linux, Mac, and Windows. If you’re new to music editing tools, there is a bit of a learning curve....

That is why we have decided to make a list and discuss what the best Linux operating systems for ARM devices are. Each operating system has its negatives and positives. Which one should you use? Let’s find out! 1. Arch Linux ARM Perhaps the most dedicated ARM Linux distribution project out there, Arch Linux ARM, aims to bring Linux to all sorts of ARM-based devices. Arch for ARM supports multiple different ARM releases, from ARM v5 to v8 with dozens of device-specific images....

1. iPhoto for Mac iPhoto is the photo management application that we all know and love. iPhoto comes with all Macs, or $14.99 if you purchase it from the Mac App Store. iPhoto for Mac is more than enough of a photo management and editing application for the average user. You can organize your photos by date, location, individuals, and more. iPhoto for Mac also allows you to do color correction with the “Enhance” tool, add filters like Sepia and Black and White, as well as your run of the mill cropping tools....

Why and How Google Collects Your Data One of the reasons Google collects and tracks your personal data is to provide targeted advertisements of various products and services that may suit your daily needs. Google can do this by checking your gender, age range, profession, or interests. According to security experts, Google, Facebook, and other tech giants engage in these practices to gather user information for targeted advertisements. But the good news is that you can prevent the search giant from tracking your online activities....

1. News Republic News Republic is a one of the most beautiful apps on the list. The home screen is tiled with the top news stories from your feeds. You can personalize the feed categories and choose the default content providers. There is also an option to add hot topics to your home screen tiles. These are trending topics like the Republican Party, Apple, Euro, Petroleum and others. 2. Pulse News Pulse News is one of the most popular apps in the Google Play Store....

This adds quite a punch, as people get to control characters from hundreds of different characters with new experiences with each game played. If you are interested in MOBA games, then you must be looking to try out some of the best titles. Here are five of the best MOBA games that will surely keep you glued to your PC. 1. League of Legends League of Legends (LoL) is one of the most popular MOBA games with over twenty-seven million daily players and above sixty-seven million monthly players....

In order to keep your phone or tablet up and running in a way that does not require electricity, consider one of the five eco-friendly charging devices listed here. Pocket Socket 2 Whether you are an avid traveler, lover of the outdoors, or simply a respecter of eco-friendly gadgets, the Pocket Socket 2 is the perfect way to charge your mobile device without the need for a plug-in. This pocket-sized generator is powered by human force – hand cranking provides the electricity needed to boost your device in any situation....

1. Lively Wallpaper Price: Free Lively Wallpaper gives you a large selection of wallpaper options, including videos, GIFs, and web pages. The app also lets you use animated backgrounds to enhance the aesthetics of your desktop. Additionally, it’s possible to change the brightness, overlay color, speed, zoom, and other settings with a few clicks. Pros Open-source application Good display scaling quality that fits your display resolution Pauses wallpaper playback when you’re off desktop, working, or playing games Minimal use of PC resources Supports multiple displays on more than one monitor Ad-free...

As good as it sounds, it can still do better, which is why there are apps and extensions you can add to your WhatsApp app and do a lot more than just send your messages. Here are five of the best apps or extensions you can use with WhatsApp for a richer experience. 1. AutoResponder for WhatsApp AutoResponder is another good app you can use to create a better experience for your contacts....

But which one to pick? We’ve made your life easier by listing our favorite running apps right here for you. Zombies, Run! Availability: iOS, Android Not all the apps in this list will be as silly as this one, I promise, but if you’re a gamer like me, and want to have some kind of narrative justification for your runs, then you need to check this one out. Zombies, Run!...