By doing a little reading and some planning ahead, I have come up with a few ways to use Dropbox while I am mobile. Below are a few tips to use your Dropbox for Android more efficiently while on the go. 1. Share a folder or link This is probably the main use for me. It is really easy to share files via email or other methods. During certain times of the year, I am emailing the same set of forms to different people all the time....

Installing icon packs is one of the more interesting ways to do this, and while they do not change the whole interface of your desktop, new icon sets will definitely freshen things up for you. In an earlier article we showed you five of the best icon themes for Linux, and now we will list five more custom icon packs on Linux that will add a fair bit of eye candy to your desktop....

Here are five alternative podcast clients for Linux that I would recommend based on my own searching and experimenting. Graphical Clients 1. gPodder If you’d like to use a dedicated podcatcher, check out gPodder. It is available not only for Linux, but for Mac OS X and Windows too. When you first run gPodder, it will give you the following options: choose from a list of example podcasts, add a podcast by entering its URL, and restore your subscriptions from gpodder....

If you’d like to harness the power of Arch Linux but don’t want to have to build everything from the ground up, the good news is that there are plenty of Arch-based Linux distributions that offer varying levels of granularity to your experience. Nearly all of them offer the simplicity of GUI-based installation, and each provides its own unique take on Arch Linux. Below, you will find five Arch-based Linux distributions you can try....

1. Open/Close Optical Drive An optical drive is better known as a CD/DVD/BluRay player/burner. Most computers have these, and most of us sit with the button a bit further from reach than comfortable. That’s why a command to open the drive is crucial. Not only that, but we’ll also teach you how to close it. Again, remember what you learned in the shortcut creation article in order to use your chops to create a shortcut for the things I’m about to teach you!...

There’s str many iOS mapping and navigation apps that offer niche features and different styles of user interfaces. Consider one of the following when planning your next trip, whether it’s your daily commute or that long-awaited vacation. 1. Google Maps It may seem strange that we’ve placed Google Maps at the top of this list – but there’s no way to ignore the world’s most popular Apple Maps alternative. Google Maps was the first hugely popular app of its kind, and many would say that Apple created its Maps app to help iOS and macOS avoid relying on Google services....

1. Flyright Traveling to another country is incredibly exciting; however, getting organized to do so can be a pain. Luckily, Flyright (Android, iOS) curates all of the essential information about the country you’re visiting in one place. To get started, simply pop in the country that issued you your passport and your destination. Flyright will then notify you of key information to utilize before and during your trip. For instance, the app will show you if there are any visa requirements and also whether you need any vaccinations before traveling....

Accompanying the demand for the digital currency is the demand for software to manage the currency: Bitcoin clients. A quick search of “Bitcoin client” on Google Play or the App Store will yield quite a number of results. There are many Bitcoin clients that support Linux, but only 5 interesting ones are mentioned here, in no particular order. Why Use a Client? A client makes it easy to manage your Bitcoin or Bitcoins....

Sometimes, though, software is harder to come by. This usually forces users to convert Debian package files to compatible RPM packages or, alternatively, search Google for repos and packages. This can sometimes be tedious and at times even frustrating. It is because of this that we’ve decided to create a list of the top five best places to find RPM package files. 1. RPM Fusion You might have heard of RPM Fusion....

1. UNI UNI is a new gadget to assist deaf and speech-impaired people communicate with other people. It’s a two-way communication device that will detect sign language using its camera and immediately convert it into speech. On the other hand, it will also convert speech into text to allow two-way communication. Furthermore, it also has a built-in software to create custom sign language and customize it according to your need....

If your goal is to create a site that matches users’ needs, then you’ll want to dumb it down and remove all extraneous functionalities. An effective setup should naturally prevent any WordPress user error. Let’s examine your options for avoiding a WordPress error while still making it easier for your client to use. 1. Limit administrator accounts Some team members or clients may be proficient in using WordPress while others aren’t....

1. File Pushers When the time comes to quickly send a single file from one device to another, Pushbullet is one of my first recommendations. This combination Android app/web browser extension/website makes sending a file as simple as pushing a button. It works with links, images, and files. In each case, you upload or paste the item you wish to send, push it, and watch as a notification immediately appears on the target device....

But these devices are always with you. And they can help, in some capacity. You can watch videos that will explain a difficult concept or just do some exercises in your free time. Yes, you can just visit the website on your iPad to learn, but the apps provide a native experience. You can download videos and lessons for offline use, solve puzzles and a lot more. Check the apps below, and add them as a complementary tool in your coding toolbox....

You might hear in the news that XYZ company has been hacked, and in a sense you should be happy you know about the data breach because more often than not the victims are totally unaware. This isn’t the most pleasant news, but when you know about the breach you can take steps to protect yourself. Here is what you need to do to minimize the damage. 1. Try to Determine the Scale of the Damage Your first task after a data breach is to try to find out what data has been compromised....

Here are some of the best third-party camera apps for iPhone. 1. Camera+ 2 The sequel to the wildly successful Camera+ app, Camera+ 2 is a go-to option for millions of iPhone owners. Launching the app feels somewhat similar to the default app which makes it easy to pick up and learn. However, one tap of your finger, and you have access to a whole new world of features. Basic functions like continuous flash, 6x digital zoom and a timer make it an attractive option for beginners....

1. Radical.fm Radical.fm provides popular music just like Pandora, only it’s available entirely for free and without ads. The app itself is pretty ugly, as it looks like it hasn’t been touched since the Gingerbread era. This is unfortunate, because the app didn’t even come out until this year. On the other hand, the music is what matters most, and here Radical.fm delivers as promised. Users can select which genres they are into and stream regular hits without ads, and like Pandora, they can like or dislike songs to cater each station to their tastes....

1. Monosnap Monosnap is a uniquely powerful screenshot tool. The screenshot utility is slim and easy to use. You can invoke an area or full-screen capture from the keyboard, and you’ll have access to the annotation tools as soon as the capture it taken. When you’re happy with your annotations, you can export a JPG or PNG file, or even send the app to an external editor like Photoshop. Interestingly, the app can also record screen video, or take “selfies” with your Mac’s front-facing camera....

There are a ton of WordPress hosting services out there, and it may be challenging to settle on one. When choosing, however, be sure to check out the templates, backups, customer support, and pricing plans. We’ve narrowed them down to what works best for different situations. 1. Bluehost This is a popular WordPress hosting service provider with low-level setup and lots of powerful extras. If you’re not picky about the finer aspects of web hosting, Bluehost keeps things simple while remaining a professional-level host....

The Chromebook centers around Chrome OS. It’s an operating system that is almost entirely Web-based. Despite its semi-negative perception to some consumers, the operating system actually has a lot going for it. Here are six reasons why you should consider switching over to a Chromebook running Google’s Chrome OS. 1. Does everything the average user needs and nothing else I’d like to start this list off by addressing the main point of contention towards Chromebooks....

1. Research and Learn Even if everybody keeps repeating that XYZ coin is the next best thing after sliced bread and that you should put all your money on it right now, this isn’t the way to go. There is wisdom in crowds, but there is also stupidity in crowds, as well as manipulators who try to rip you off. It’s a basic rule that before you make any investments, you should do as much research as possible about the coin(s) you plan to invest in....