🏞️ Video Game Locations Inspired by Real Places — Why I Chose Unraid Over TrueNAS Scale

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
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8 Video Game Locations Inspired by Real Places You Can Visit

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Video games are known for incredible scenery and epic battlegrounds. A lot of them are made up, but just as many are real places—or inspired by real places—that you can visit today.

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Why I Chose Unraid Over TrueNAS Scale in 2025

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I recently got a new storage server and decided to give TrueNAS Scale a try after four years of not touching it. In the end, Unraid still won the day. Here's why.

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Improve Your Wrist Posture with the Staples TECH Ergonomic Keyboard

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Looking for an affordable yet capable ergonomic keyboard that's perfect for the office? Staple's TECH Wireless Ergonomic Keyboard will be a great fit. It's simple, yet has features like media controls and a scroll wheel like the one on your mouse. Improve your wrist posture with this full-size ergonomic keyboard today for under $50.

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7 Features of Google Wallet You Might Not Know About

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Living in a digital era has a lot of perks, like having a digital wallet that allows you to store your credit cards, tickets, and IDs. Google Wallet is just that and more. You may have privacy concerns when it comes to digital wallets, but Google has security features to ensure all your private information is protected.

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How to Find Constellations in the Night Sky

The Pinwheel Galaxy in the constellation of Ursa Major.

It's easy to get lost in a clear night sky full of stars. It can feel like a random mess of lights without a little guidance. Once you're able to identify a few constellations though, the sky starts making a lot more sense.

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If you're looking for a new show to watch, you should start by checking out what everyone else is watching. So let's forget about critical darlings and dive into all the most popular TV shows on Netflix right now.

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6 Hidden Mac Gaming Features You Might Not Know About

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Your Mac is better for gaming than you give it credit for, and it’s only getting better with each new macOS release. Here are some features you might have missed.

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10 Honda SUVs You Should Buy Used

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If you’re in the market for an SUV that is guaranteed to last, then one of your best options is a Honda. Not only do they have a remarkable reputation for reliability, but their SUVs have always offered a brilliant blend of comfort, technology, and practicality.

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Question of the Day

Do You Still Use RSS Feeds?

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RSS (Real Simple Syndication) is one of the oldest tools we have for reading blog posts, news articles, and other articles. Despite its simplicity, it's effectively been replaced by social media and their built-in feeds. Are you still using RSS feeds in 2025? If so, what app do you use?

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