About Saikat Basu
Saikat Basu is the Deputy Editor for Internet, Windows, Productivity, and Work & Career. After removing the grime of an MBA and a ten year long marketing career, he dabbled in web development, networking, and SAP. After joining MakeUseOf in 2008, he rose from the ranks and now manages four high-growth sections while stealing time to write. You will also find his contributions in web publications like GuidingTech, GoSkills, OnlineTechTips, and Lifewire.
How to Insert & Edit Scalable Vector Graphics in Office 2016
SVGs are superior to BMPs, PNGs, and JPGs when you need sharp quality even after resizing larger or smaller, and Office 2016 makes it easier than ever to use and include them.
Use Your iPhone to Aid the Blind and Visually Impaired
If you have an iPhone, you can seriously help out blind and visually impaired folks all over the world simply by using this one nifty app.
Find the Right Course for Your Habit Change in the New Year
A new year and our desire to change our bad habits come together. So reach for the roots of bad habits and see how you can bring about personal transformation with these online courses.
Want to Learn Microsoft Office 2016? Start With These Quick Start Guides
Microsoft Office is powerful and versatile, but that comes with a non-trivial learning curve. If you want to become an Office master, your first stop should be the official Quick Start Guides.
How to Shoot, Edit, and Sell Your Photos With One App
If you have photography skills and want to make some extra money, this mobile app makes the whole process insanely easy.
This Site Lets You Listen to Any Radio Station on the Planet
Why limit yourself to radio stations from your own city or country? Tap into stations from around the world and see what's out there to explore.
Use This Web & Mobile Highlighter to Remember What You Read
An online highlighter is one of the simpler tools you can use to focus on specific chunks of text.
How to Create a TV Episode Calendar to Stay Caught Up
There are so many good TV shows today that it can be messy trying to stay on top of them all. This website helps you do just that so you can stay caught up.
The Secrets to Drawing: 5 Art Skills You Can Learn in 5+ Udemy Classes
Do you think you are not good enough to draw? These Udemy courses will help you pick up the secrets to drawing and help you start off with a great artistic hobby.
Every Photography Newbie Should Start on This Camera Simulator
Photography is not an easy hobby to pick up. The learning curve is steep and the quitting rate is high. But this online camera simulator could help address that.
How to Avoid Backstage View When Saving Files in Office 2016
The Backstage view can be useful but only if you use OneDrive. Otherwise, it's a nuisance. Here's how to disable it and get it out of your way.
Google's Santa Tracker Is Back for 2016
Google's Santa Tracker app lets you track Santa's journey around the world, but it can do a lot more than that this year.
How to Grab Deals on Refurbished Apple Products Before Anyone Else
The best way to save money on Apple products is to buy them refurbished, but now it's even easier because you can get price alerts on those refurbished products.
Rediscover the Best Articles You've Saved in Pocket With This Nifty App
If you use Pocket but only tap into it once every so often, you're doing it wrong. This app helps you get back on track and read those amazing articles you've saved.
How to See Everything You've Ever Purchased on iTunes
Tracking your purchases is always important for posterity sake. Sometimes even curiosity sake. Here's how to see all that you've ever bought from iTunes.
Stop Google From Tracking Your Voice With a Simple Switch
Privacy is a big concern when it comes to Google, especially if you use "OK Google" voice commands. Here's how to stop Google from tracking what you say.
Find the Best Landscape Photography Tips in 5 Popular Udemy Courses
Take these landscape photography tips with you when you are in the outdoors. We picked five popular and low-cost Udemy courses for you so you don't have to search for them.
This Page From Microsoft Could Help With Your Job Search
Microsoft has commissioned a package of resources that could help you in your search for another job.
Use Facebook's Free Online Courses to Become a Better Storyteller
If you have any interest in journalism, publishing, or general storytelling, then you'll want to check out these free online courses on Facebook.
You Can Now Claim That You've Studied at Oxford University
Oxford University is teaming up with edX and offering free online courses that you can take advantage of now.