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  • How-Tos: A Hands-On Guide to Advanced FreeNAS Server Configurations

    So you've taken my earlier advice and used the free and open-source FreeNAS operating system to convert an old desktop PC into a server, instead of consigning it to the e-waste heap. (If you haven't, grab an old and otherwise useless computer, and start building. Go ahead, I'll wait.)

  • How-Tos: How to Fix Facebook's Email Switcheroo

    One of the reasons there's so much animosity toward Facebook is that the service frequently makes changes without notifying users -- and not always for the better.

  • How-Tos: How to Manage Your Business's Online Reputation

    As a small-business owner, you're no doubt aware that virtually everyone turns to the Internet to conduct research before buying goods or services. And on the Web, your business is only as good as everyone says it is. In 2011, Inc. magazine reported that 97 percent of consumers used online searches to find local businesses. The information about your business that's available on the Web is absolutely critical. If you're not keeping a close eye on your company's online reputation, you might as well hang up a "Sorry, We're Closed" sign.

  • How-Tos: How to sell products with Google Checkout

    You'll attract more customers if they can pay in ways other than PayPal. Here's how to set up a Google merchant account and use the Google Checkout store to sell products online

  • How-Tos: Store and sync files online with Microsoft SkyDrive

    Microsoft has revamped its SkyDrive online storage service. Now you get 7GB of free space, plus compatibility with Macs, iOS devices and Windows Phones. With free access to the Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote web apps and real-time collaboration on documents, there's no reason not to sign up. We show you how to get started.

  • How-Tos: Earn money online with your own tech shop

    Fancy earning some rewards from your product recommendations and tech advice? We explain how to set up shop for free with Morefrom.me

  • How-Tos: Use SugarSync to Keep Any Two Folders in Sync

    I'm a big fan of cloud-storage services like Dropbox and Windows Live SkyDrive, which make it a snap to sync and share your files.

  • How-Tos: Edit photos for free with Pixlr

    Now there's no excuse for subpar photo: you can edit your images online for free with Pixlr. We show you how.

  • How-Tos: Build a website in 30 minutes

    Getting a web presence is easier than ever. We explain everything you need to know to get your website up and running with Jimdo in no time.

  • How-Tos: Make Google+ Hangouts your new meeting room

    Google+ may not have taken the social networking world by storm the way Google hoped, but it does offer useful tools for the workplace and project-oriented groups. Hangouts, the company’s online video chat technology, offers a simple way for people to get together and meet, no external software required. The video service also integrates with Google's other free tools, so that you can talk while working together on a Google Doc or share your screen to troubleshoot a problem.

  • How-Tos: How to watch Euro 2012 online

    The 2012 UEFA European Football Championship, aka Euro 2012, kicks off on Friday 8 June and runs until 1 July. Hosted by Poland and Ukraine, UK football fans will be able to get their football fix free through the BBC and ITV. Here, we show you how to watch Euro 2012 online, live or on-demand.

  • How-Tos: Manually configuring an iCloud email account

    Reader Matthew Hansman and his iCloud account need to come to a more mutually satisfactory understanding. He writes:

  • How-Tos: How to import Euro 2012 fixtures to an Android phone, tablet

    Get ready for Euro 2012 by importing and syncing all of the tournament's fixtures to Gmail and your Android device.

  • How-Tos: Adding RSS feeds to Outlook

    If you are having trouble adding an RSS feed to Outlook, our Helproom Editor can help.

  • How-Tos: Import IE Favorites into Firefox

    Changing to a new web browser can offer benefits in terms of speed and customisation. And with our Helproom Editor's expert guidance you can import bookmarks, browsing history, passwords, options and other data from one browser to another. Here's how to import IE Favorites into Firefox.

  • How-Tos: Manage your browser's Auto-Complete to secure private data

    Auto-Complete records information you put into web forms, then fills in forms on the fly. As with so many online conveniences it creates security risks: if someone else gets on to your PC or laptop they can quickly see your personal details. Our Helproom Editor explains how to manage Auto-Complete.

  • How-Tos: Stack overflow error when sending webmail

    One reader found that every time they sent an email via a webmail client, they received the error message: ‘Stack overflow at line:158', although the email went through. Our Helproo, Error explained the issue, and how to fix it.

  • How-Tos: Copy events, delete Mail messages

    Couple of quick ones today:

  • How-Tos: How to test broadband speed

    Want to know exactly what download speed you are getting from your ISP? Then read this quick guide and you'll learn how to test your broadband speed whenever you want.

  • How-Tos: Breaking Up Is Hard to Do: Top 5 Clingiest Online Services

    Increasingly, online services act like roach motels: They make it easy to check in, but nearly impossible to check out. By hiding their opt-out pages deep within their settings menus, by using deliberately confusing graphic design, and by presenting emotional appeals that declare how much the site will "miss you," these services make the simple process of deactivating your account a complicated trial.