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How to Open the Task Manager on a Mac

Switched to a Mac from Windows and can't find the Task Manager? Let us introduce you to Activity Monitor.

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11 iPhone Apps That Will Help You Close Your Activity Rings Daily

Need help closing your Apple Watch Activity Rings every day? These third-party iPhone apps can help.

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Intrusion Detection Systems vs. Intrusion Prevention Systems: Which Is Best for You?

There are differences between an IDS and an IPS, so which is better for you? And how do they work?

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How to Fix Your Mac's "kernel_task" High CPU Usage Bug

Seeing high CPU usage from the "kernel_task" process on your Mac? Learn how to troubleshoot this problem.

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The 7 Best Free and Paid Website Change Detection Tools

Keeping an eye on website changes isn't an easy task, especially if you try to check yourself. Fortunately, these seven tools can help out.

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The 5 Best Parental Control Apps for Mac

Buying a new Mac for your child? Or perhaps you're sharing your Mac with them? If so, you should install these parental control apps on it.

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Is Your College or School Wi-Fi Safe and Do They Monitor It?

Can schools and colleges see what you search for via their public Wi-Fi? Is it safe to use your school's internet? Here's what you need to know.

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How to Track Your Screen Time on Linux With ActivityWatch

Monitoring your on-screen activity is extremely easy with ActivityWatch, an open-source time-tracking app for Linux.

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What Is Activity Monitor? The Mac Equivalent of Task Manager

Learn all about Activity Monitor on your Mac and how to use it to check detailed information about your system.

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What Is Persuasive Technology? 7 Ways It Is Changing Your Life

It's everywhere, and you cannot escape. So, why not learn how you can put persuasive tech to the test and improve your life.

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How Does My Phone Track My Steps?

It counts as you run, walk, and even jump. But how does your smartphone count your steps accurately?

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How to Change the Activity Goals on Your Apple Watch

Well show you how to change the Move, Stand, and Exercise goals on your Apple Watch to match your lifestyle.

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The Step-by-Step Guide to Making Your Windows 10 PC Child Friendly

Windows 10 isn't exactly child-safe, at least not to begin with. Here's how to change that.

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Apple Reveals the Apple Watch Series 6 at Time Flies

It can measure your heart rate, blood oxygen levels, and altitude on the go. Oh, and it can tell the time, too.

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