6 Ways to Use Old Hard Drives

February 14, 2024

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Solid state storage is so inexpensive that it has completely replaced mechanical hard drives in most electronics, but that doesn't mean you should throw out your old hard drives. They can still be repurposed for many different uses, from PC backups to extra storage for your game console.

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How to Turn Your iPhone Screen Black and White (And Why)

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Did you know that turning your phone screen black and white (grayscale) can help you reduce your screen time and make your phone less distracting? Here's how use your iPhone in grayscale mode.

6 Kinds of AI Jobs You Didn't Know Existed

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When you think of the AI industry, endless rows of programmers and engineers may be what you imagine. But the AI industry is much more than coding. There are plenty of AI-related jobs out there for all kinds of careers, many of which you may not know existed.

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Linux File Timestamps Explained: atime, mtime, and ctime

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When does "changed" not mean "modified"? When we're talking about Linux file timestamps. In this guide, we'll explain how the system updates them, and how to alter them yourself.

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What Are Gemini (Google Bard) Extensions? (And How to Use Them)

If you're a fan of Gemini (Google Bard), you might wonder what else it can do. Well, it turns out that the Google chatbot has some hidden features that can make your conversations even more interesting and useful. These features are called Extensions.

What Is eSIM and Does My Carrier Support It?

We're finally witnessing the death of physical SIM cards. New iPhones require eSIM for mobile networking, and it's only a matter of time before other smartphones follow suit. Most carriers support eSIM, though you may encounter problems when upgrading to the new standard.