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Slimming Down On Your Windows Security Regiment: It Could Help

Though they're almost essential, some of the worst offenders in bogging down your Windows machine are actually the applications made to keep your computer safer and faster: those made for security. If you're a MakeUseOf reader, I trust that you use some form of anti-virus or anti-malware. As operating systems progress, it's practically being forced upon you. But do you have to?

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7 Reasons To Get A Raspberry Pi

I'm sure you've heard of the Raspberry Pi by now. If not, you're in for a treat. It's a tiny little computer that's dirt cheap and incredibly customisable. Here at MakeUseOf, along with most geeky places online, we've fallen in love with the Raspberry Pi. Many of us have one or more and have come up with some fantastic ways to use them for play or for work.

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Pokki Brings The Start Menu Back To Windows 8 (And Apps To The Desktop Mode)

Bring back the start menu in Windows 8 – and then some. Pokki is a simple app for re-adding the start menu to Windows 8, but that's not all it does: it also gives you access to a collection of miniature versions of popular web apps. They're bringing the start menu back to Windows 8 while continuing to offer the miniature apps they always have. Here's how it works.

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How To Build A Cheap Standing Desk From Ikea, And What It's Like To Use

There's a current craze emerging for standing desks, literally desks that you stand at while working. Having spent the last five years as a self-employed freelance writer who spends most of his days sat at a desk, I've experienced back problems as well as instances of the seemingly unavoidable repetitive strain injury. Perhaps a standing desk is the solution to my problems.

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The Anatomy of Nerds & Geeks [INFOGRAPHIC]

If you are a regular reader of MakeUseOf, and you like computers & technology, then there's a good chance you fall into one of two camps - the Nerd or the Geek. Both have their own interests and identifying marks, but on the other hand, there is also a lot that they have in common. The question is, which camp do you fall into?

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Make Your Computer Truly Personal With These Top Customization Tools

What does it mean to customize your computer? Does it mean to have the coolest looking desktop? Well, that’s part of it, but not completely. First off, you want your desktop to be functional. Not just “cool looking.” That said, customizing your desktop does have a key role in personalizing your computer. And also, since the desktop is a primary location for where we do our work, it tends to also be the home of many customization tools.

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MyWi: The Best Way To Tether With An iOS Device [iOS, Cydia]

Many cell phone carriers offer the ability to tether, but some don't, and many of the ones that do charge insane amounts per month. Sharing your Internet connection with another device is incredibly useful and can be a real lifesaver if you need to get some work done and you happen to find yourself somewhere without a Wi-Fi connection. If your carrier does not offer tethering, and your iPhone is jailbroken, there is a way to get tethering without a monthly charge.

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Find Great Free Magazines for Your iPad

Digital editions emerged at a time when the Internet had already made a sufficient dent in the print industry’s funds, but a little too late to stem the flow of free information from new entirely web-based sources. This very website is a prime example, providing daily tips, reviews and articles that print magazines used to rely on to sell copies.

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Add Anything to Your Amazon Wish List With This Chrome Browser Addon

Occasions to give and receive gifts happen throughout the year. Likewise, you have the whole year to craft your own wish list and collect gift ideas for friends and family. But do you have a good place to manage your gift list? If you regularly shop at Amazon, you probably have at least one wish list with them. Amazon wish lists are actually very cool because you can add comments to each item, set a priority, and keep several public and private lists.

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