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April 2, 2024

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The aptly named bloodwood tree "bleeds" a dark red sap when the bark is cut, and it pools and coagulates over bark damage much like human blood seals over wounds.

📱 The Old Tech

It’s Tuesday! Google is about to shut down three older smart home devices, and the Galaxy S20 and Note 20 phones are nearing End-of-Life. Also, ChatGPT doesn’t need an account anymore, and Chrome’s Incognito Mode isn’t really private.

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Do These 7 Things Now to Make Chrome Even Better

Known for its speed, clean interface, built-in malware protection, and integration with Google's services, Chrome is the most widely used browser. Yet, beneath its surface, Chrome hides many features that can boost your productivity. Let's uncover how they can help you achieve more in less time.

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I Use Dark Mode Everywhere, and I'm Not Going Back

The How-To Geek website in dark mode shown on a monitor in a dimly lit room.

Vibrant designs were all the rage in tech throughout the 2010s. Thankfully, developers have come to their senses, which is why we now have a dark mode on every major operating system and app. No matter what app or device it is, I always flip the switch to dark, and here's why.

How (and Why) to Run Ubuntu Apps on Windows 11

Did you know using Ubuntu-exclusive apps doesn't require overwriting your operating system? Unlock the true potential of your Windows desktop by using Ubuntu apps on Windows 11, enhancing your PC experience by blending the power of Linux and Windows.

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How to Back Up and Sync Your Android Phone Directly to an External Hard Drive

Cloud storage makes backing up data from a phone a seamless experience for most people. However, from privacy concerns to internet speed requirements, there are reasons to prefer a local backup. The cool thing is you don't even need to connect to a PC to do it—just use a hard drive.

Your GPU Has a Fan Curve: What Is It and Should You Adjust It?

ASUS Republic of Gamers NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPU inside a gaming PC.

If you experience random performance dips on your PC, it could be an overheating issue. We like to blame our CPUs when that happens, but did you know that your GPU can also slow down because it's getting too hot?

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Google's Best April Fools' Day Pranks, Ranked

Google was a frequent participant in the online frivolity of April Fools' Day. Not content with one act of mischief, the company typically filled many of its services with little jokes intended to raise a smile on April 1.