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The slang term "the clink," used to refer to prison or jail, can be directly traced back to an actual prison located in Southwark, England, named The Clink, which served the Liberty of the Clink, a large local manor area, between the 12th and 18th centuries.

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Here's Why There Are So Many Linux Distros

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Anyone who has stepped into the world of Linux knows it's not a singular operating system like Windows or Mac. There are literally hundreds of Linux distributions (distros), from Ubuntu to Void Linux. So, what's the reason behind this overwhelming variety?

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Do Clone's Creepy Robots Have a Reason to Exist?

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Robots of all varieties are coming thick and fast, though humanoid robots get the most airtime. Not all of them get it for the right reasons, and in the case of Clone's creepy robots, it's their flair for the dramatic that's been a marketing success.

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Discover Timeless Outfits From Collars & Co.

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There's no better time than now to upgrade your wardrobe. Collars & Co. provides men and women with extremely high-quality, contemporary clothing that not only looks great but is also comfortable. Check it out today.

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8 Wild Gaming Accessories You Can Actually Buy

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Gamers love novelty, but so many bizarre yet iconic accessories have been relegated to the history books (and eBay). Fortunately, there are still plenty of weird and wonderful peripherals and accessories on which to waste your money. Here are just a few.

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7 Reasons I’m Ditching My Amazon Echo Smart Speakers

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Thanks to the low prices you can usually find during sales events such as Prime Day, I have multiple Amazon Echo smart speakers all around my home. After years of ownership, I'm finally making the decision to get rid of them for good and replace them with something else. Here's why.

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15 Hidden Galaxy S25 Tips and Tricks You Should Know About

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Samsung's Galaxy S25 lineup is one of the most feature-rich Android smartphones on the market. While that works in the favor of the handsets, it also means that you can face trouble in keeping track of all its capabilities. To elevate your experience, here's a list of 15 hidden Galaxy S25 tips and tricks.

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Prepaid vs. Postpaid Mobile Plans: What's the Difference?

A man using his phone with a SIM card on the left labeled 'Prepaid' and another on the right labeled 'Postpaid,' surrounded by several coins.

If you're looking to get a new phone plan, you can choose between pre-paid and post-paid options, but you've got to know what the differences between them are to determine the best choice for you. They both have pros and cons, so taking the time to learn the difference will help you out.

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Have Your Linux Terminal Read to You With the espeak Command

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Want to listen to log files, command output, file input, or anything you type in the terminal? The eSpeak program lets you do just that by providing a voice for your Linux system with numerous practical applications.

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Question of the Day

Do You Watch YouTube on Your TV?

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According to YouTube, over 400 million hours of podcasts were watched monthly on YouTube on TVs in 2024. That stat is only for podcasts, not all the other videos, so it's clear that many people favor watching the streaming platform on TV over other devices like phones and computers. What's your preference?

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