About Ben Stegner
Ben is the Editor in Chief at MUO. After joining MUO in 2014 and earning a degree in Computer Information Systems, Ben left his IT job to go full-time with the site in 2016.
As a writer, his specialties include Windows, Android, Gaming, and iPhone explainers and how-tos. His work has been viewed over 100 million times.
Now, as EIC, Ben leads MUO's overall strategy and guides the growing team of writers and editors to new successes.
7 Shifty Ways Your Smartphone Is Violating Your Privacy
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How to Watch Videos in Secret Using YouTube Incognito
Want to watch YouTube videos without influencing your recommendations? YouTube Incognito is a new feature that hides your mobile activity.
What Is a Virtual Machine? Everything You Need to Know
Virtual machines allow you to run other operating systems on your current computer. Here's what you should know about them.
Use This iPhone Trick to Never Mistype an Email Address Again
If you've ever mistyped an email address when sending a message on your iPhone, this trick will stop you from doing so again.
How to Enable or Disable 24-Hour Time on Android and iPhone
Want to switch to 24-hour time on your iPhone or Android device? Or switch back to 12-hour time? Here's how to toggle it easily.
7 Helpful Websites for Learning About the Countries of the World
Want to learn about the countries of the world? These websites have tons of information on culture, geography, capitals, and more.
How to Use WhatsApp While Maintaining Your Privacy
Do you want to use WhatsApp in secret without giving a lot of information away to others? Then these are the settings to adjust in order to stay stealthy.
WonderFox Makes Ripping DVDs Easy
Want to rip your DVDs to your computer easily and in full quality? WonderFox makes this happen.
The 15 Best Spotify Playlists for the Summer
Looking for the best Spotify playlists to soundtrack your summer? Here are the best Spotify playlists for summer vacations, cookouts, road trips, and more.
How to Edit the Spell Check Dictionary in Windows 10
Accidentally added a typo to your spell check in Windows 10? Here's how to edit your personal dictionary and clear out bad entries.
7 Automated Android Settings You Should Be Using to Save Time
Want your Android device to handle itself efficiently? Here are several automated Android features you should start using to save time every day.
How to See the Exact Strength of Your Wi-Fi Connection in Windows
Want to know how strong your wireless connection is as a percentage, not bars? Here's how to check your Wi-Fi signal's exact strength in Windows.
How to Preview Files With Spacebar on Windows 10
Want to preview files with spacebar on Windows like you can with Quick Look on Mac? There's a free app that makes this possible and easy.
3 Email Folders You Should Be Using to Keep Your Inbox Organized
Is your inbox a mess? Try a better organization scheme with these three important email folders that everyone should be using.
What Is Amazon Dash? And 6 of the Best Hacks You Should Know
Wondering what Amazon Dash Buttons do, and looking for the best Dash Button hacks? Here's an introduction to these devices, plus the best hacks for them.
How to Download PDF Files on Click in Chrome (Instead of Opening Them)
Want to download new PDFs in Chrome instead of opening them? Flipping this setting will achieve just that.
6 Psychological Reasons Why Video Games Are Addicting
Video games are addicting by their nature. In this article, we explore what makes video games so addicting, even more so than movies and television shows.
How to Change Gmail Themes, Background, Fonts, and More
Learn how to change Gmail themes, backgrounds, fonts, and other elements of the inbox appearance.
Try Newton Mail and Love Email Again
Newton Mail is a powerful yet delightful email client for all your devices. Learn about its benefits and how you can try it today.
Google Home's Continued Conversation: Stop Saying "OK Google" Before Commands
Don't want to say "OK Google" after every Google Home command? This new settings lets you issue follow-up commands with ease.