How to Get a Distraction-Free Computer in 10 Easy Steps

In the above quote from economist and Turing Prize winner Herbert Simon, the word “distraction” replaces the original word “information”. The sentiment remains the same. If you have a lot of distractions, your attention is necessarily reduced. Check out this article from MakeUseOf.com

3 Control Key Tips That Are Super Useful on Chrome

The Control key on your PC keyboard is part of quite a few handy shortcuts. Let’s see how this key can improve your workflow on Chrome. Check out this article from MakeUseOf.com

MyShake is an Android app that can detect earthquakes

Here in California, seismologists and other researchers have been hard at work developing an earthquake warning system that would give residents a brief heads-up to prepare for an impending quake. It’s similar in nature to a warning system Japan has had in place since 2007. More of this article from PCWorld.com

What to do with Excel 2016’s new chart styles: Treemap, Sunburst, and Box & Whisker

Excel 2016’s many new features include six new chart types. We’ll go over three of them here and talk about how they could be used with your data. More of this article from PCWorld.com

Windows 10 Insider option makes desktop and mobile testing less scary

Many PC users have an extra system or two kicking around, which can be used to test new preview builds of Windows 10. But most users have only one active phone, making the prospect of testing a preview mobile OS less likely. Enter Microsoft’s new “Release Preview” track: a preview build that scales back risk and is available for mobile hardware. Check this article from PCWorld.com

The Essential Guide to OneNote for Mac

Are you a Mac user thinking about trying out OneNote? You’re not alone: Mac users have been curious ever since Microsoft made OneNote free, and offered versions for the Mac, iPad, and iPhone. Check out this article from MakeUseOf.com

How You Can Use Microsoft OneNote for Project Management

OneNote is more than a note taking program. It’s the ideal collaboration tool for managing simple projects in small teams. And unlike Evernote, OneNote is completely free. Check this article from MakeUseOf.com