Google Maps strengthens offline and ride-sharing features

google-maps-location-history-100599871-largeGoogle’s latest update to Maps is all about easing some of the pain points of international travel. Check out this article in PCWorld.com

Why Automating Facebook and Twitter Posts Isn’t Always Very Smart

automating-facebook-twitter-644x373Social networks and smart devices allow you to do some pretty amazing things. Sites such as Facebook and Twitter, for example, enable you to communicate and connect with anyone in the world through text, photos, and video. Devices like home security systems make it possible to check on your home remotely via video streaming, while products like Philips Hue allow you to turn on your lights from anywhere in the world.  Get to know more of this article in MakeUseOf.com

4 Super-Cheap VPN Subscriptions You Can Get Today

Dashlane-Premium-Hotspot-Shield-Elite-644x373If you use the Internet to do, well, anything, you should have a VPN to keep your information safe and secure (plus, a VPN offers plenty of other benefits). Check out this article in MakeUseOf.com

How to check transit times in Google Maps

google-maps-android-100664872-galleryFrom the Bay Area’s BART to the New York Subway and parts in-between, there’s a universal question that comes to all commuters: when is the train coming? Check this article in PCWorld.com

How to Benchmark Your CPU and GPU Like a Pro

cpu-gpu-benchmark-644x373Whenever a new GPU or CPU enters the market, the online world floods with benchmarks. Benchmarks allow users to take temperature readings under load, gauge PC performance through FPS, and test PC components for stability. Furthermore, benchmarks can also indicate how well your rig performs compared to other systems across the globe. Check out this article in MakeUseOf.com

How to Build a Professional Network You’ll Actually Use

build-professional-network-644x373LinkedIn has made it very easy to set up a professional network, but how often do we meaningful network? Check out this article in MakeUseOf.com

5 Best Open Source Note-Taking Apps for Android

note-taking-apps-android-644x373Taking notes on a computer used to mean opening a text editor. Now people are more likely to use Evernote, Google Keep, or Microsoft OneNote. But these are closed-source, proprietary services that store your data on remote servers. Do you really want to deal with potential privacy risks just to jot down a few notes? More from this article in MakeUSeOf.com