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Dropbox: Sync only specific folders

Contributed by Lê Hoàng on February 9, 2012 under Internet

While using Dropbox is a great way to share your files, synchronizing all your files on every computer may be unnecessary. If you have a large Dropbox account, you may not want to fully sync and use up all your hard drive space. Dropbox has an option to let users sync only folders of their choice. Continue reading to know to use this feature.

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Android: Block unwanted calls without 3rd party apps for free

Contributed by Lê Hoàng on February 8, 2012 under Android

There may be times that you feel frustrated when a number keeps calling you repeatedly. Although you may find many apps that can block calls, not all of them are well-developed and you may to pay to use them. Luckily, there is a built-in function in Android system that allows you to block calls without installing any additional applications. This tutorial will show you how to activate it.

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Use the Task Scheduler to prevent applications from asking for updates

Contributed by David Kirk on under Windows

I get it. Out-of-date software does not work as well and is more likely to have security problems. However, I am already very anal about updating my computer to the latest and greatest. I want to update the applications on my terms and timing. One of the best places disable auto-updating software is through the Windows Task Scheduler.

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Internet Explorer 9: Allow single word intranet sites in address bar

Contributed by Jimmy Selix on February 7, 2012 under Windows

This guide will explain how to enable the single word intranet setting in IE9. This basically will allow you to type in a single word address (also know as a portal) into the web address bar and have it bring you directly to your corporate intranet page.

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How Do I Block Specific Ads from Facebook?

Contributed by David Kirk on February 6, 2012 under Facebook, Internet

Recently a tech-recipes fan dropped me an interesting question. She was seeing political ads that offended her on Facebook and wanted to know how to keep these ads from appearing. Here is how to block any ads that you find offensive.

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MID Via8650 Android Tablet Review

Contributed by ryanramsey23 on under Android

The MID Via8650 is one of the bargain Chinese tablets. It ships with Android 2.2, the Android Market, and several popular apps pre-installed. What exactly does a tablet sporting only a $70 price tag really get you? Keep reading to find out.

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Chrome: Clear Auto-Opening Settings

Contributed by Lê Hoàng on February 5, 2012 under Internet

For user convenience, the default download manager in Google Chrome browser has a function which will automatic run the files immediately after they are downloaded. However, this feature can also harm your computer if the downloaded files contain dangerous payloads. Also if you have enabled auto-opening for a file type but now regret it, this tutorial will help you.

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Access 2010: Change the Error Indicator Color

Contributed by Lê Hoàng on February 4, 2012 under Microsoft Office

In Access 2010 if there are errors in your database object, the error indicator will appear in green. As the green color has a tendency to blend in with other elements, you may have trouble finding these errors. Luckily, you can change it. Continue reading to find out how.

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