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What Is an OPUS File and How Do You Open One?

There are many different file types used for audio. Most people know MP3, M4A, WAV, or FLAC, but one of the most popular modern audio codecs is OPUS. It's used a lot in streaming, and some of your favorite apps rely on this oddly named format.

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How to Downgrade Android Apps to Older Versions (And Keep Your Data)

Sometimes an update breaks an app’s functionality or slows it down. Sometimes developers redesign the UI or leave out the features you like. But you can get your favorite interface and features back by downgrading the app to an older version.

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How to Change Icon Sizes on Windows 10

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How to Use Your Smartphone as a Mic on Windows

Don't have a high-quality microphone? Want to use your Android phone as an audio input device for your computer? While Windows doesn't offer a native feature for this, you can use a third-party app, WO Mic. Here's how to transform your Android phone into a mic for your PC.

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How to Use the nohup Command in Linux

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You get a phone call, and a panicked, familiar voice pleads for help. They claim to have been kidnapped and demand that you pay a hefty ransom for their release. It's your worst nightmare come true—except that there's been no actual kidnap.

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Why Can’t I Receive Text Messages on My Android Phone?

It's super frustrating to find out the person you're expecting a text from already sent it, but your Android phone didn't receive it. This usually happens when something's wrong with the messaging app or your phone itself. But don't worry, we'll help you fix the problem.

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