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The Best External Hard Drives Of 2012
External hard drives allow you to add terabytes of storage to your computer for a few hundred dollars. External drives connect to PCs and Macs via their external connectors. Almost every computer has a...
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Mint: A Free, Easy-To-Use Operating System
I’ve converted my Apple computers to run Mint Linux in place of OS X. Mint Linux was built to be easy to install and a system that novice users could enjoy. Based on Ubuntu, Mint became the poplar...
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Efficient: Private, Decentralized Networks
The Internet is a wonderful invention, and we are now entering a time where the Internet is becoming nearly ubiquitous in our lives and quickly supplanting traditional forms of media. However, today...
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Efficient In 2012: Collaborative Consumption
The rise of collaborative consumption is perhaps the most efficient movement arising in society today. Basically, collaborative consumption is based on an economic model where products are shared or...
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How To Control Your Data Online
We’ve become accustomed to online companies hosting our data, but this practice is actually highly inefficient. This page explains the situation pretty simply. My advice is to use “unhosted” online...
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How To Remove Your Personal Information From Online Databases
Today, there are numerous databases and search engines being filled with our personal data, and more people are using online tools to do background checks on their neighbors, business associates and...
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Should We Trust Online Companies With Our Intimate Details?
It has become the norm to trust large online corporations with intimate details of our lives. Is this really a good idea? Here’s a page that explains pretty simply why its probably not a good idea,...
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VPNs That Take Privacy and Anonymity Seriously
A VPN or “virtual private network” is the easiest way to make your internet activities private. If you want to browse the web privately or share files privately, a VPN will encrypt and redirect your...
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An Update On My Quest Not To Be Tracked
I thought I’d publish an update on my quest to create a computer set-up that eliminates tracking companies from my world. Basically, this infographic explains why (it’s a large graphic — you may have...
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Buying A Computer With Linux Preinstalled
Linux is a great operating system. But realistically, not everyone wants to install it from a DVD or ISO file. During installation, there’s often hardware capability problems that are difficult to...
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The Stealth Toilet Uses Only 0.8 Gallons Per Flush
In the U.S., toilets account for 30% of indoor water use, but this is mostly due to their inefficient designs. So I was pleased to find the Stealth Ultra-High-Efficiency Toilet toilet by Niagara. This...
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The Best Portable Headphones Of 2013
In A Nutshell I’m chosen the V-MODA M-80 as my pick for the Best Portable Headphone Of 2013. This headphone is extremely durable, and it has excellent sound. It comes with a two year warranty, and...
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Fan Creates Tempest In Your Room Using Just 133 Watts
Lasko is a company that still makes its fans in the USA. I like their all-metal fans because they are very durable, and the parts can be replaced by Lasko. They also come with a two-year warranty. The...
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Efficient Products I Like In 2013
Here are some efficient products I like in 2013. I’ve tested all these products and found that they perform well. Generally, I like things that are ultralight and ultradurable. I also look for things...
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The Best D-Size Rechargeable Batteries Of 2013
It’s 2013, and the there are now a number of low-discharge D-size cells available. These cells are as powerful as powerful alkaline batteries, and they hold 85% of their charge for a year. The Highest...
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The Best Flashlights Of 2013
In A Nutshell The best the keyring-size flashlight: Fenix LD01 — 80 lumens — costs around $40 The best standard-size flashlight: Fenix TK11 R5 — 225 lumens – costs around $75 The brightest LED...
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Alpaca Wool Blankets: Amazingly Warm And Inexpensive
Alpacas have been bred in South America for thousands of years. Their wool is a soft, durable, luxurious fibers. Alpaca wool is similar to sheep’s wool, but it is warmer and has no lanolin, which...
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Bidet Seats: More Efficient Than Toilet Paper
Bidets are those devices that spray water (and sometimes air) on your posterior. They are more hygienic than toilet paper, and save you money in the long run. In Japan, high-tech bidets called...
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The Best Rechargeable Batteries and Chargers Of 2014
In A Nutshell Overall, the best rechargeable AA battery is the Eneloop Pro (aka Sanyo XX Battery Powered By Eneloop). These batteries hold their charge for 12 months. They also have a high energy...
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Bone Char: An Underrated But Amazingly Effective Filter
Bone Char — the name is perhaps…uninspiring, but it’s one the most underrated water filtering substance I’ve encountered. It excels at removing fluoride from water — it can remove 90% of fluoride in...
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