Run Linux Apps In Chrome OS

Chrome OS is perfect for an individual or group that uses Google apps or other web apps but sometimes you may need a stand-alone application. That’s when you break out the Windows or Mac machines but maybe no longer. You can run full Linux apps inside of Chrome OS using Flatpak a software utility for software deployment, package management, and application…

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Free Telephone With Obi

With the OBi200, you are in control of your digital & analog communications life. Via the OBi200’s on-board telephone connection as well as via the Internet to other OBi endpoints via Obihai’s free OBiTALK network or up to four (4) available VoIP services, you have the power make and receive phone calls and faxes as…

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Google WiFi & Other Mesh Routers

Google Wifi works differently than a traditional router. You set up multiple points throughout your home, creating a mesh network that delivers a consistently strong, secure signal. Wifi points work together to create a connected system that gives you a strong signal throughout your home. A consistently fast signal. Because each Wifi point is a router with a high-fidelity…

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My Google Fiber

On the 27th and 28th of June the Google Fiber technicians came to do my installation. It took to days to do because the the equipment out front had to be replace first. On the second day the tech brought it into the house. Equipment Review My thoughts after having the service for one day: the…

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The Wyze Choise, A Great Security Cam

The WyzeCam is a great little security camera that is easy to use and doesn’t break the bank. It has 1080P HD video, night-vision, motion and sound detection, 2-way audio, free rolling 14 day cloud storage, time lapse recording more, all operated with a free Android or iOS app. You might ask, “So what does…

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What’s New With Gmail

Gmail after several years has a new look and some new functionality. What’s New? New look – The corners are rounder especially the compose but which is now oval instead of rectangular. Big deal! A sidebar for Google’s apps, Smart reply, Snooze an email, Confidential email, A choice of layouts, Find out more about these…

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Google Assistant Wins, Suck It Siri!

Google is taking on Alexa, Siri and Cortana with its own voice assistant: Google Assistant. It has made incredible progress thus far and it’s probably the most advanced of the assistants out there. Watch this incredible demonstration of the Google Assistant at work…

YouTube Essentials

YouTube is the worlds largest video sharing site. YouTube has nearly 2 billion active users and many casual users. Its uses very from mere entertainment to learning a new skill. Many users upload videos to promote their projects or a product. Get Started With YouTube Basics

Subscribing To Your Favorite Channels

If you are not a regular user of YouTube you may not know that you can subscribe to channels that produce content which you’re particularly fond. When you have multiple subscriptions you can view all of the updates to those channels on the Subscriptions page.

PSI Is Shutting Down

One of the best way to keep your Windows computer secure has been Personal Software Inspector (PSI) from Flexera (Formerly Secunia).  PSI identifies missing security patches on user’s private PC, and automatically installs them when possible. Unfortunately Flexera has ended support for PSI as of April 20th. I will miss PSI and its functionality. I tried…

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