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.
Latest Articles
Security Expert Bruce Schneier On Passwords, Privacy and Trust
Learn more about security and privacy in our interview with security expert Bruce Schneier.
7 IRS Website Tools That Could Save You Time and Money
Here are a few online IRS tools for U.S. citizens diligently slaving away over their taxes. They make your job a lot easier. Don't give up just yet.
6 Tech Tips to Help You Prepare for an Appearance on Radio or TV
If you ever find yourself in the situation where you've been contacted for such an interview, here are a few important tips that will help you use technology to make your experience more enjoyable.
What Are Backlinks, Why Are They Important, and How Can I Get Them?
If someone like Tim Cook recommends a website for iPhone app reviews, you would probably pay attention, right? That is what backlinks are all about, and it's why Google cares so much about them.
How Your Email Messages Can Make People Love You Or Hate You
If you want to come across in a positive way -- as a team player, a competent leader or a trusted friend -- the words you string together has a tremendous impact. This matters more with emails.
Looking For A Fast-Paced FPS Multiplayer Game? Try Soldier Front 2
If you have a weak heart, don't play this game. Seriously.
HP Offers Scholarship of 250,000 Dollars to Women Studying IT Security
HP wants to support women in formerly male-dominated technology industries with a $250,000 scholarship for women who plan to attend select universities across the U.S. and study IT security.
4 SEO Tips To Help Your Website Survive Past 2014
You don't have to play games anymore with SEO. You just have to listen to how Google defines a "quality" website, and then make sure that your website aligns with those guidelines.
5 Useful Things You Can Do With Your Phone Even When It's Miles Away
You can play with it all you want, just don't touch it. Your phone that is.
ToDoist Launches Integrated Outlook, Gmail and Postbox Plugins
The team at ToDoist just announced a new plugin for Postbox, and a full rewrite of the ToDoist Outlook plugin, bringing ToDoist email integration support to the largest email platforms, including Gmail and Thunderbird.
The 5 Commandments for Choosing the Right To-Do App for Productivity
Different people organize in different ways. So choosing a to-do app really depends on what kind of person you are. Here are five commandments you can think about for your own productivity system.
Get Ready For Zero Debt With ReadyForZero
What do you do if you find yourself chest deep in debt? Wouldn't it be nice to have a tool that does the debt management for you? There is such a tool called ReadyForZero.
Not Just SEO: 4 Creative Ways to Use Keywords as a Secret Weapon
Keywords still remain the lifeblood of Internet search -- and it flows into other areas of the Internet where you want people to find you, like your LinkedIn profile, sell things, or land your next job.
5 Powerpoint Tips to Improve Your Presentation Skills Overnight
You step up to the podium. Your palms are sweaty, your heart is racing, and just as you're about to open your mouth and speak, your mind goes blank. Need help?
IMO Goes After Skype and Google Hangouts With Video and Audio Chatting
IMO just launched a newly designed interface, adding both video and voice calling functionality to its former IM platform. On top of this, it looks like a cross between Google Plus and Facebook.
Who Needs Dropbox and SkyDrive? Host Your Own Files With FTPbox
If you had a million dollars, would you rather store it in a safe at someone's house or at your own place. Why wouldn't you want to control your own data like assets?
5 Non-Annoying Ways to Check Your Smartphone in the Movie Theater
What are the three most annoying behaviors in the world? People who interrupt. People who don't allow you to merge into traffic. People who use their smartphone in the movie theater.
Get Deeper Search Insights For Your Site With Webmaster Tools Search Queries
Changes to the Search Queries tool in Google Webmasters could change how you do your topic research. Content generation on the web involves creativity and user-focus, and a lot of keyword research.
How To Stream PC Media To Your Sony Media Player
How many geeks does it take to stream a video from a PC to a TV over a wireless network?
6 Life Habits That Programming Could Teach You Today
Everything important that you need to know about living a successful life, you can get from a computer program. Don't believe me? Read on.