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Robert Irvine

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About Robert Irvine

Robert has been writing about the internet and computing since the days of AOL discs and Windows 98. He loves discovering new things about the web and sharing that knowledge with other people.

Latest Articles

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What Is the Difference Between CHKDSK, SFC, and DISM in Windows?

Confused about CHKDSK, SFC, and DISM? Learn the difference between these three Windows diagnostic tools and when to use them.

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7 Amazing Things You Can Do in Google's Arts and Culture App

With games, augmented reality photo filters, and virtual gallery tours, Google Arts & Culture is a must have app for all art lovers.

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What Is the Desktop Window Manager (DWM.exe) and Do You Need It?

Is the Desktop Window Manager hogging your RAM? Here's why you shouldn't disable it.

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The 5 Best Ways to Permanently Delete Android Data

It's sometimes possible to recover files after you've deleted them. Here's how you can permanently erase your unwanted data on Android.

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8 Fantastic Uses for the Files by Google App

Files by Google is more than just the best Android file manager. Here are some of the other useful things you can do with it.

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How to Enable Private Mode in Your Favorite Android Apps

You don't want everything you do online to be logged. Here's how to go incognito in Android's most popular apps.

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6 Ways To Get Unfiltered Google Search Results

Escape Google's filter bubble, and use these methods to depersonalize your Google search results.

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5 Ways to Discover What's New on Netflix

Netflix is constantly adding new movies and shows to its catalog, but how can you keep track of it all?

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How to Create a Machine Learning Model With Microsoft Lobe

Want to tinker with machine learning models without years of coding practice? Microsoft Lobe is the perfect tool for you!

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5 Essential Security Checks to Keep Your Android Phone Safe

Do these quick checks on your Android phone to make sure your privacy and security are never compromised.

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How to Install Windows Software Without the Bundled Junk

Want to install free Windows software without picking up malware? Here's how you do it.