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Create An Awesome Content Slider In WordPress With SlideDeck 2
Nearly every client I’ve worked with on a WordPress site has wanted a slider widget for the homepage - some nice bit of Javascript that features a rotating set of pictures. There are lots of ways to achieve this but none of them are particular user friendly, easily customizable, or robust. SlideDeck 2 is here to change all that
Where Math Meets Beauty: Generate Stunning Fractals With These Free Tools
If you've ever seen fractals and their near-infinite zoom capabilities, you might as well stare at them all day long because of how interesting they can be. It'd be great to have some fractal viewers in hand so that you can explore their unique worlds whenever you wish. Even better, there are some very good tools out there which are also free, so why waste the opportunity?
90's TV Stars, US Phone Carriers Sucking, PC Gaming Growing And More [Best Of Reddit]
This is the weekly column where we look at some of the coolest shenanigans taking place on Reddit and share them with all of you. This week we have an IAmA with a 90's Nickelodeon star, a person who had a weird kind of relationship, some code cracking, the Reddit of the week and more juicy bits of goodness. So sit back and get ready for the Best of Reddit.
Introducing The World's Best Free Mobile Wallpaper App: Your Phone's Browser
When it comes to static, desktop-like wallpapers, I think it's high time someone asked "do we really need an app for that?" I say, no, we definitely don't. All you need to find, download, and install stunning free wallpapers on your Android device is just a garden-variety Web browser, and a simple, quick workflow.
What You Should Know About Resolving Issues In The Zune Player
As a Windows Phone owner, I make a lot of use of the Zune application. When it went belly up recently and stopped playing some of my music, something had to be done. If you’re a Windows Phone user, the chances are that you make use of the Zune software on Windows 7 (or Windows Vista). Required by Windows Phone owners to sync data to and from their PCs, Zune is also a multi-purpose media management application.
HedgeWars: A Multiplayer Worms-Like Game With Hedgehogs [MUO Gaming]
Games are so prevalent nowadays. There are games for the hardcore and competitive types, and then there are games for the casual crowd. But more recently, I’ve seen a trend where developers have been incorporating both competitive and casual elements into their games - the best of both worlds. As an avid gamer, it’s always nice to see something that comes out of nowhere and blasts you into the past with a large dose of nostalgia.
Turn Your Old Mission-Critical PC Into A VM Before It Dies
If you’ve got an older PC running important software, one of the best ways to give that software a new lease of life is by ditching the hardware entirely – you can convert your existing system to a virtual machine and run it on another computer. The process is fast, and at the end you’ll have an image you can use in VMware or any virtual machine program that can import VMware disk images.
Put Together Interactive, Compelling News Projects With These Services
These interactive websites can be uniquely used to create compelling news projects or educational content. If you are an aspiring journalist, earn your badge by walking the beat as a citizen journalist. Create your own interactive news projects with these services and put it out for the world. Here are five ‘news’ platforms for you to exploit.
Making A Legendary Movie Trailer With iMovie On The iPad
Movie Trailers are a great little creative project that makes putting together a professional looking video really easy. Today I'll be using my iPad to make a trailer featuring myself and the mischievous little ferret that wandered into my house last week and decided to stay. You'll need an iPad 2 or the newest generation one; an iPhone 4, or later can also be used,
Successful Forerunners To The World Wide Web You Probably Never Heard Of
The World Wide Web today dominates the Internet. If you want to share information online via a public service or webpage, the World Wide Web is what you use. But it has not always been dominant, it was not the only idea proposed and it has never been alone. A number of successful alternatives have sprung up for various reasons.
PhoneSuit Elite for iPhone 4 Review and Giveaway
My search for the perfect iPhone battery case has finally come to an end. At long last, I've found it. The PhoneSuit Elite iPhone battery case is the perfect blend of aesthetics and functionality. I've used several iPhone battery cases in the past and this is my absolute favourite. Today, I'll tell you why I picked the PhoneSuit Elite as my go-to iPhone battery case. We're also giving it away -- so if you often find yourself running low on battery, read on and join the giveaway!
6 Unforgettable Multiplayer Maps From Shooters Gone By [MUO Gaming]
Sometimes the arenas in which your multiplayer battles are fought are as memorable as the games themselves. The mere mention of certain titles first reminds me not of the single player campaign or arsenal of guns but my favourite multiplayer map, as that’s where I tended to spend most of my time. Dying, repeatedly. Today we’ll be taking a short trip down memory lane and remembering some of the finest arenas in first person shooter history.
10 Snowboarding Wallpapers That Are Cool In More Ways Than One
I can think of few sports that are as dramatic and acrobatic as snowboarding. I know it's a winter sport and this is summertime (at least for most of us) – but really, what summer sports are as cool? There are fewer things more impressive than a snowboarder in flight, and the majestic snowy mountains that serve as backdrops for many of these shots only heighten the sense of space and freedom.
Official Methods To Refresh Your Windows Phone’s Appearance
I’ve been using Windows Phone since its first week of release in the UK, back in October 2010. Since then I’ve enjoyed the tiles, the slick UI, the smug satisfaction of owning a phone that isn’t using the same UI five years after its initial release….and the pleasure of portable media and the ability to top up my Xbox Live score while I’m on the move. Of course, there are downsides to owning a Windows Phone, notably the lack of customization options.
Use 10 Virtual Desktops To Boost Productivity With Just One Screen [Windows]
Ever since I started using a second monitor, I realized that I just can't get enough screen space. Every task seems to require so much display real estate. When I'm editing, I like to have the article I'm editing open, my research websites up in another browser window, and my email client available in the background. When I'm writing articles, I like to have a browser open that's dedicated to researching, and a separate browser window where I do my writing work.