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Ryan Dube

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About Ryan Dube

Ryan has a BSc degree in Electrical Engineering. He's worked 13 years in automation engineering, 5 years in IT, and now is an Apps Engineer. A former Managing Editor of MakeUseOf, he's spoken at national conferences on Data Visualization and has been featured on national TV and radio.

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How to Build a Security Camera Network Out Of Old Smartphones

There's no better use of old smartphones than by building your own DIY network security camera system -- we show you everything you need to know!

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How to Send Email in a Google Sheet With Google Scripts

Learn how to use Google Scripts to automate Google productivity tools like Sheets and Docs and save yourself hours of time.

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9 Weebly Websites That Actually Don't Suck

Weebly offers uber-simple, drag-and-drop website creation and free web hosting. Not all sites end up looking well-designed. But let's look at some of the best examples of Weebly websites.

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3 Essential Gadgets to Monitor Your Home Whenever You're Away

If you leave your home for an extended period of time, water, temperature, or criminals can wreak havoc. We're going to show you how you can protect your home from all of these.

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Log Your Home Activity With Google Sheets and USB Cameras

If you have a USB camera and a computer, you already have everything you need to set up an inexpensive motion detection system.

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5 Tips That Let Me Work 3 Jobs & How You Can Too

There are some simple secrets to superhuman productivity. Let's take a look at these tips to help you multiply your productivity without sacrificing your personal life.

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Here's Why You Need to Write For MakeUseOf

Are you a skilled and experienced author who's ready to take your passion for technology to the next level? If so, reach out to us now and join our team.

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Can You Actually Save Money With the Walmart MoneyCard?

The Walmart MoneyCard promises big savings, but does it actually deliver? We take a look at the fine print to find out.

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How to Use Google Maps on 8 Important Days of the Calendar

The usefulness of Google Maps extends far beyond simply finding your way. There is a good use for it on just about every major holiday. Here's how it can enhance those holidays for you.

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5 Tricks to Improve Your Credit Score in Just 6 Months

Improving your credit score seems complicated and confusing -- but it doesn't have to be! See how one writer went from the 300s to the high 600s in six months.

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Installing Your WeMo Switch: A Step-by-Step Guide

A smart plug or lightbulb are one thing -- you only need to plug those in and they work. But in the case of a smart light switch, you have to deal with electrical wiring.

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5 Best Android Apps for Tracking Calories

If you're looking to keep track of your calories, these Android apps make it super easy.

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How to Decide If a Chromebook Is Right For You

Is a Chromebook for everyone? In a word: No. There is a time and a place for a Chromebook. If you are contemplating this laptop replacement, there are a few things you should consider first.

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5 Tips to Block Politics From Your Facebook Timeline

But every four years in the United States, the election comes along to completely and totally transform Facebook into a virtual nightmare. Here's how to block political posts on Facebook.

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5 Windows Tricks to Help You Recover from PC Accidents

All progress aside, Windows 10 still contains countless traps for unsuspecting users. Thankfully, disaster is preventable and mistakes can be undone. We show you common Windows accidents and how to recover from them.

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Test Nest IFTTT Recipes Before You Buy, With Nest Home Simulator

Automating your home with products like the Nest Thermostat or the Nest Protect smoke detector is very cool, but wouldn't it be nice to actually test those automations out without buying those devices first?

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How to Prevent Basement Flooding For Just $100

A simple project you can do in under 30 minutes that protects your basement from water and your home from expensive damage – for just $100.

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5 Habit Changing Flowcharts You Can Make in a Few Minutes

Did you know you can use flowcharts and mindmaps to create or remove habits in your life? Let's try five powerful visual examples to set five healthy goals for our lives.

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How to Use the Weather Forecast to Automate Your Home

Many people think that "smart home" automation is only for geeks who have a pile of gadgets around their home, but there are some automation tricks you can do without loads of sensors.

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Get Mad Detective Research Skills with PDF Tricks & a Smartphone

Research faster and from anywhere With PDF conversion apps. With the right set of tools, the smartphone is an invaluable tool for today's researcher.

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