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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

IE9: Disable cross-site Scripting notification

contributed by Lê Hoàng on February 3, 2012 under Internet

The cross-site scripting (XSS) filter feature in IE9 can prevent one website from adding dangerous script code to another website. The XSS notification in IE often appears when users click a link from another website an an instant message application. Although this is a helpful feature, many advanced users may find this notification annoying. Here is how to disable it.

Touchwiz 4.0: Customize Apps in the Bottom App Drawer

contributed by Lê Hoàng on under Android

The bottom app drawer in Samsung’s Touchwiz lets users access apps quickly from the home screen. Although the four default apps are quite helpful, many users will want to add their favorite application to the bottom drawer for easy access. Here is how to do it in Touchwiz 4.0.

Facebook: Hide posts by Pinterest, Spotify, and social readers

contributed by David Kirk on February 2, 2012 under Facebook, Internet

Many web sites have lured people into posting their reading and listening habits to their Facebook timelines and profiles. Using this technique you can easily block these applications from appearing within your Facebook news feed.