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Want to get a few people in side-by-side video chat, but don't want to set everybody up with Skype, video conference software, or a Google+ Hangout? Head to Meetings.io, create a room, and give your people the look. In seconds, you're all chatting live in a simple side-by-side setup. More »

Even if you have no idea what a VPN is (it's a Virtual Private Network), the acronym alone conjures visions of corporate firewalls and other relatively boring things, right? While a VPN is a common corporate security tool, it's also one of the coolest things you can set up for personal use that you probably have never tried. More »

DIY projects are time-consuming and more often than not, it's easier to just go out and buy whatever you need instead of trying to make it. However, in an interview with the blog Consumerism Commentary, Make Magazine editor Mark Frauenfelder shares his approach to tackle the time factor: dedicate 15 minutes every day to a project. More »

Web/iOS/Android: Springpad is one of our favorite services to help you get organized, keep track of articles, products, and places that interest you, and share them with your friends, but today's update brings a completely fresh look to the Springpad site that makes it even more useful and fun to use. More »

Google has introduced a slew of new features for Google+ that seek to make navigation of the social network easier. On top of a new user interface, Google+ users will see a customizable navigation ribbon, a new discussion layout, and more. More »

Learning a new language as an adult is no easy task, but new research highlighted in Time suggests that one way to speed up the process might be to stop trying to get the accent perfect. Instead, concentrate on the volume, stress, and rhythm of words instead. More »

Just months after the internet censorship bills SOPA and PIPA were taken off the floor, a new and similarly scrutinized bill, the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA) has been gaining momentum and support from big technology companies like Microsoft, Facebook, IBM, and others. Although the bill is fundamentally different than SOPA it raises many of the same privacy concerns. Let's take a look at the basics of how it might work and dig into why tech companies are currently supporting the bill. More »

Ikea's Poang chairs are some of the most comfortable I've ever owned, but if it's a portable workstation you need and not a comfy chair, this Ikea hack may be right up your alley. Just turn the chair's wooden frame on its back, screw in a couple of wooden supports for your monitor and peripherals, and a few casters on the bottom, and you're all set. The frame holds a surprising amount of weight, and the casters let you wheel your computer anywhere in the room it needs to go. More »

Bake too many dinner rolls over the holiday weekend? Instead of letting them slowly go stale in your fridge, hollow those puppies out and fill them with single-serving deliciousness for a quick snack, easy breakfast, or lunch for a crowd. More »

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Anyone who's tried to stick to a workout routine knows what it's like to have those days when you just don't feel like it—when you feel like you haven't gotten any results from your exercise, and you wonder why you even bother. That can be depression (or laziness, depending) talking, and a surefire way to push through that fog and get your running shoes on is to focus on how you'll feel when you're finished. More »

OS X's Spotlight is a great tool for finding that file you lost or launching apps, but it can do a lot more than just find the occasional file. Here are some of the coolest Spotlight tips, features, and shortcuts to make your Mac a time-saving, file-searching powerhouse. More »

The four major carriers and the FCC team up to put an end to cell phone theft, in-app purchases are now available to Android and Kindle Fire developers, and Windows Vista mainstream support ends today. More »

Reader Rob put together this clean but good-looking dual-tone home screen using a custom Ice Cream Sandwich launcher and a few tiny customizations. More »

"It's hard to have original ideas when you are surrounded by people who all have the same experiences as you." ~ Jonathan Harris More »

The Daily App Deals post is a round-up of the best app discounts of the day, as well as some notable mentions for ones that are on sale. More »

Whether you just want to listen to music wirelessly or you want a comfortable headset to take and place phone calls when you're out and about or otherwise using your hands, a Bluetooth headset is a worthwhile purchase. Last week we asked you which Bluetooth headset you thought was the best for value, features, audio clarity, and call quality. Then we took a look at the five best Bluetooth headsets based on your nominations. Now we're back to highlight the overall winner. More »

When you're home you probably have a decent cache of dining utensils, but when on the go you run the risk of being unprepared. If you're looking for a way to eat while traveling, camping, or just anywhere that doesn't provide the necessary tools, the Kung Foon Spork will have you covered. It even comes with an aluminum case for safer portability. More »

We know distractions are bad when you're trying to work. But, a new study found that it doesn't matter how many times you're distracted in one period of important work—even one little distraction is enough to derail your productivity. More »

It seems kind of ridiculous that if someone acquires a single number, your identity can be stolen. Even so, that's the unfortunate reality of identity theft. But how does it happen? And is there anything that can be done to stop these common causes? Let's find out. More »