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Samsung Galaxy S4 teardown reveals redesigned interior, easier-to-fix phone

May 6, 2013 1:08pm PDT

Bill Detwiler cracks open the Samsung Galaxy S4, explores the redesigned interior and shows you why it's easier to repair than previous Galaxy phones.

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DIY: Setting up wireless access points as repeaters to extend wireless range

March 14, 2011 10:08am PDT

Do you have a need for wireless access, but your location is too large for only a single wireless router to cover? Without having to pay for a costlier router or boosters, here's what you can do.

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Troubleshoot Wi-Fi connections on your Android phone

March 4, 2011 12:54pm PST

Wi-Fi connections can make using an Android phone a more robust experience. If those wireless connections aren't working, here are some Wi-Fi troubleshooting tips for users with Android phones.

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Five free wireless networking tools

June 25, 2012 10:40am PDT

Monitor, secure, and optimize your Wi-Fi network with the help of these handy apps.

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Laying down the facts on Google Fiber

April 26, 2013 11:30am PDT

Google is entering the ISP space with their Fiber plans. Learn more about what it provides and how it works.

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Save on your data plan with Onavo Extend

April 22, 2013 1:57pm PDT

Find out how to extend the value of your existing data plan with the help of Onavo Extend, a free mobile application for both iOS and Android devices.

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Send files between Android and iOS with Fast File Transfer

January 25, 2013 1:58pm PST

Will Kelly shows us how to transfer files between Android and iOS devices using the free and amazingly simple Fast File Transfer application.

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Review: ZoneAlarm Free Antivirus + Firewall 2013

April 17, 2013 12:03pm PDT

ZoneAlarm looks to bolster options for consumers and businesses, with the inclusion of a free Antivirus and Firewall edition.

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Fix the Samsung Galaxy S III Wi-Fi connection

September 20, 2012 6:09am PDT

If you have a Samsung Galaxy S III with poor Wi-Fi connectivity, you can perform a quick fix before an official update is released. Here's how.

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Five free network analyzers worth any IT admin's time

January 29, 2013 8:28am PST

Solid information leads to a strong and worry-free network. Jack Wallen lists five tools that can get you that solid information for free.

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Create unique SMS/MMS popups and quick replies with Glowfly

April 26, 2013 5:26am PDT

Glowfly is an Android app that offers control over SMS/MMS notifications. Find out how business users can use Glowfly to make daily life more efficient and reliable.

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The basics of using a proxy server for privacy and security

December 5, 2012 6:30am PST

Patrick Lambert goes over the basics of how proxy servers work and why they are used to add security and privacy.

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Responsive web design vs. mobile app development

March 28, 2013 8:09am PDT

Ryan Boudreaux lists the criteria to be evaluated if you are deciding between developing a mobile app or using RWD to optimize your website for mobile devices.

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Cracking Open the Samsung Galaxy Nexus

December 15, 2011 8:25pm PST

Bill Detwiler cracks open the Verizon Samsung Galaxy Nexus. Inside the 4G Android smartphone he found hardware from Samsung, VIA Telecom, FCI, and Texas Instruments.

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10 worst-case BYOD scenarios (and how to prevent them)

April 11, 2013 1:46pm PDT

When it comes to BYOD, the best defense is a good offense. These proactive strategies will help you anticipate and avoid potential problems.

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Cracking Open the Samsung Galaxy S II (Sprint Epic 4G Touch)

September 28, 2011 7:35am PDT

Bill Detwiler cracks open the Sprint Samsung's Galaxy S II. Inside the 4G Android smartphone he found hardware from Samsung, Toshiba, Atmel, and Qualcomm.

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Cracking open the Linksys WRT54G wireless router

April 19, 2007 11:24am PDT

The Linksys WRT54G Wireless Router is one of the most common 802.11g devices deployed. A favorite of everyone from Linux fans to Windows users, here's a look inside what powers this ubiquitous device.

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Use PuTTY as a secure proxy on Windows

March 10, 2008 4:30pm PDT

Last month, I wrote about using OpenSSH as a secure Web proxy on UNIX and Linux systems. This time, I'll show you how to do the same thing on Microsoft Windows using PuTTY -- probably the single...

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