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Simple Ways to Stay Safe Meeting New People Online
Staying safe while meeting new people online is crucial. There are a few simple ways you can protect yourself that do not take much time or effort, but could make a huge difference.
Why Premium Accounts With Nest, Canary, and More Are Worth It
In this article, you’ll learn more about the hottest home security cameras on the market today and the type of premium subscription plans they offer, if any.
Brandware for Android Is Coming: How to Get Rid of It
Verizon is getting ready to unleash branded advertising apps on its phones. Here's what you need to know, and what you can do about it.
Nintendo's NES Classic Edition Outsells the Wii U
Nintendo has a bona fide hardware hit on its hands, but it's an old console repackaged. The NES Classic Edition is so popular it's outselling the Wii U by a huge margin.
5 Flavors of Linux Mint 18 You Can Try Today
Linux Mint is a distro that has roots in Ubuntu but lots of changes that make it worthwhile. In this article, we explore the five flavors of desktop environment that you can try.
Ransomware's New Frontier: Here's What Will Be Targeted in 2017
Ransomware attacks are spreading, with centralized transport systems now likely to be targeted as much as your smartphone or PC. All the signs point towards these types of attacks becoming more common in future.
How to Set a Custom Resolution in Windows 10
If you've noticed that some resolutions are missing from your Display options in Windows 10, you can use this tool -- set any resolution you want!
Use This Web & Mobile Highlighter to Remember What You Read
An online highlighter is one of the simpler tools you can use to focus on specific chunks of text.
Google Makes It Easy to Switch From iOS to Android
Google just made it much easier to escape the clutches of the Apple ecosystem by switching to Android. And making it easier to switch between the two can only be a good thing for consumers.
Huge Deal on TP-Link Networking, Logitech Accessories, and Much More [US/CA]
You can get deals on Logitech keyboards, webcams, and more. Plus, they have TP-Link deals with routers, range extenders, powerline kits, and just about any home networking device you can image.
Fedora 25 Has Arrived: Here's What's Changed
Fedora 25 delivers the latest from the GNOME project, but what's the story with the new display server, Wayland? Is the next generation display server really ready for prime time?
Top 10 Ways to Stay Safe From Scams This Holiday Season
It's hard to know what scams are out there, but in the holiday season, the scammers are trying even harder to empty your wallet. So what should you look out for?
How to Pick the Perfect Simple Phone for Parents or Grandparents
If you have loved ones who aren't tech-savvy, buying them a smartphone can be a big step. Here are simple smartphones, plus tools to make any phone easier to use.
Turn Your Gmail Inbox into a Task Managing Machine with ActiveInbox
While ActiveInbox is almost never discounted, we’re offering an elusive markdown just for MakeUseOf readers.
27+ Essential Lightroom Shortcuts for Improving Your Workflow
It's well worth your time to learn a few Lightroom keyboard shortcuts. Together, they can massively speed up your Lightroom processes and make the task of managing your photos more streamlined.
Yahoo Reveals Yet Another Giant Security Breach
Another day, another Yahoo hack. This one dating back all the way to 2013. This particular security breach resulted in the user data of 1 billion Yahoo accounts being stolen.
How to Get 4 Months of Groove Music for Free Right Now
Groove Music is Microsoft's answer to Spotify, Google Play Music, Apple Music, etc. Here's how you can get four free months of it right now!
How to Set Up a PS4 Controller for Windows Games
Some PC games just don't work well with a keyboard and mouse. Here's how to easily get your PS4 controller working for PC games that support it.
Take Better Portraits With This Easy Photoshop Trick
Through the easy magic of Photoshop, you can produce some neat looking portraits.
Gadget Lover Gift Roundup: Discounts on Amazon Echo, Fire & More [UK]
At MakeUseOf we are passionate about technology. We know you are too. That's why today's Amazon UK Deals roundup features discounts on gadgets that make great gifts for technology-lovers in your life.