If you’re looking to buy a Kindle, this flowchart can help you figure out the best way to go about it. Downgrading your iOS device is another option if you want to save some money. And if you’re looking for a DIY soldering pen, we’ve got one that’ll do the trick. .. Once a week we round up some of the tips from the HTG tips box and share them with the greater readership; this week we’re looking at shopping for Kindles with a flowchart, downgrading iOS, and rolling your own DIY soldering pen....

Computer systems are designed to shutdown when they are no longer needed. However, in some cases, the computer may not shut down properly. This can lead to data loss or even a system crash. To prevent these problems, computer systems often rely on a shutdown process known as “power off.” When the computer shuts down, it first disconnects all of its cords and shuts down all of its components. This process can take some time, so it’s important to keep your computer running while it’s doing this....

If you’re like most people, you use a virtual machine to run different versions of Windows or Linux on your computer. But what if you want to share a folder between different virtual machines? In this article, we’ll show you how to access shared folders in a virtual machine running Ubuntu 11.04 using the VirtualBox software. First, open VirtualBox and create a new virtual machine. In the New Virtual Machine window, select Ubuntu 11....

Quick Setting Toggles are a great way to add extra functionality to your Android home screen. They can be used to control things like brightness, sound, and notifications. To add Quick Setting Toggles to your Android home screen, follow these steps: Open the Settings app and open the “About phone” section. Under “Build number” (4 digits), find the “Android version” number and tap on it. This will show you a list of all the current builds of Android and which ones have Quick Setting Toggles added....

Linux Mint 12 is a great operating system that comes with a lot of features. One of the most popular features is the ability to start programs automatically. This article will show you how to do this in Linux Mint 12. First, open up the Terminal and type the following command: sudo startx This will start your computer in an X11 environment. Next, open up a terminal and type the following command: sudo apt-get update sudo apt-get install linuxmint-desktop linuxmint-session...

Safari is the default web browser on both the iPad and iPhone, and it’s a great option for browsing the web on your mobile device. Here are some tips for using Safari on your iPad or iPhone: Open Safari and tap the Home button to open the main screen. Tap the Bookmarks icon at the top of the screen to open your bookmarks. Tap an item in your bookmarks list to open that page in Safari....

If you’re like most people, your Linux PC’s boot time is a major annoyance. You want to get up and running as quickly as possible so you can get to work. Fortunately, there are a few simple steps you can take to cut your PC’s boot time in half. In this article, we’ll show you how to do it using the E4rat tool. First, let’s take a look at the average boot time for a typical Linux PC....

If you’re like most people, you probably have at least one Wii U gamepad connected to your home network. And if you’re a gamer, you probably have more than one. But what if you don’t want any alerts from your gamepad? You can disable them by going to the Wii U GamePad settings and selecting “Notifications.” There, you’ll find a list of all the notifications that are connected to your gamepad....

If you’re using Windows 10, you can disable the Java’s Ask Toolbar by using the following steps: Open the Start menu and type “cmd” (without the quotes). Type “netstat -a” and press Enter. Look for the “Ask Toolbar” entry in the results and click on it to remove it from your screen. Java tries to install the terrible Ask Toolbar and other obnoxious junk — sorry, “sponsored software” — when you install it....

If you’re like most people, you probably don’t use the Office 2013 start screen all that often. But if you want to disable it, there’s a way to do it. To disable the Office 2013 start screen, open the Start menu and click “All Programs.” Then click “Microsoft Office.” In the “Office 2013” window that opens, click “File,” and then click “Options.” In the “Options” window that opens, under the heading “Startup Options,” click “Disable Start Screen....

If you’re like most people, you use the Windows context menu to quickly access common tasks like opening files, sending emails, and accessing settings. But if you’re like me, you’ve probably noticed that the context menu can be a bit cluttered and difficult to use. In this article, I’ll show you how to edit the Windows context menu in easy steps. First, open the context menu by pressing Ctrl+Esc (or by right-clicking on an object and selecting “Context Menu”)....

Encrypting the Ubuntu boot loader is a simple way to protect your computer from unauthorized access. By encrypting the boot loader, you can ensure that only authorized users can access the operating system. To encrypt the Ubuntu boot loader, follow these steps: Open a terminal window and type sudo gedit /etc/default/grub . This opens the Grub configuration file in your text editor of choice. Find the line that reads GRUB_CMDLINE_LINUX_DEFAULT=“quiet splash” and change it to GRUB_CMDLINE_LINUX_DEFAULT=“crypto=sha256” ....

If you’re like most people, you probably rely on a GPS to get directions. But there are a few ways to get around without using a GPS. One way is to use an app on your phone. Another way is to use public transportation. Finally, you can also find directions online. Dedicated GPS devices are going the way of the dodo, and for good reason. That smartphone or tablet you have can be a capable GPS with turn-by-turn navigation....

Wireless technology has become a popular choice for many people, as it eliminates the need to connect to a cable or satellite TV. However, there are a few things you need to do in order to get started with wireless technology. First, you will need an Android phone that is compatible with wireless technology. Second, you will need an access point and antenna. Finally, you will need some software in order to set up your wireless network and connect your phone to it....

Use the Registry Editor to add or remove shortcuts and files. Change the default file associations for programs. Use the Registry Editor to hide or show items in the registry. Use the Registry Editor to change system settings, such as startup programs and display settings. Use the Registry Editor to add or remove user accounts or groups from the system. Use the Registry Editor to change system security settings, such as passwords and permissions for files and folders....

Windows 8 is a new operating system from Microsoft that is designed to be used with a mouse. If you’re new to Windows 8, or if you’re using a mouse for the first time, these tips will help you get started. Start by clicking the Start button and typing “mouse” into the search box. You’ll see a list of results that include instructions on how to use the mouse in Windows 8....

MCDungeon is a new dungeon builder that allows you to create your own dungeons with all the features of popular dungeon builders like D&D and WoW. You can choose from a variety of different layouts, including an open-world style, a small-scale map with tight corridors and chambers, or a more traditional dungeon layout with tight corridors and chambers. You can also add your own monsters to your dungeons, including bosses and treasure chests....

If you’re like most people, you probably have a few tasks that you need to be done every day, but you don’t have the time or energy to do them all at once. Automagic is a task automation app that can help you automate your tasks on your Android device. Automagic is a free app that can be installed on your Android device. Once installed, it will start up a list of tasks that it thinks are important for you to do....

If you’re like most computer users, you probably take your hardware for granted. You plug it in, turn it on, and go about your business. But what if something went wrong? What if you needed to fix or upgrade your hardware but didn’t have the original box or manual? Fortunately, there are a few ways to get around this problem. One is to power up your computer without the original box or manual....

Ubuntu’s sound menu is a great way to add your own media players to the system. You can add any player that you want, and Ubuntu will automatically detect and start playing the player when it is added. To add a player to the sound menu, open a terminal and type: sudo apt-get install media-player-gnome If you are using Ubuntu 12.04 or later, you can also use this command to add media players automatically: sudo apt-get installmedia-player...