Are you having trouble summarizing your Excel data? Check out these tips to make it easier
Summarizing data in Excel can be tricky, especially if you’re summarizing data from multiple Excel worksheets into one report. This can be a tedious process if you’re not using the right methods and techniques to get the job done. Here are 10 simple tips that will make summarizing data in Excel easier and more efficient, […]
How to Change Slack’s Annoying Notification Sound
Slack’s default notification sound is way too loud. And when you’re in the middle of an important conversation, the last thing you want to hear every time someone responds to your message is an ear-piercing, high-pitched beep that reminds you of dial-up modems and screeching AOL discs. To change Slack’s annoying notification sound, all you […]
3 Steps to Use Unison to Sync Files on Linux Machines
If you have multiple Linux machines on your network, you may need to sync files across those machines so that everyone has the same information or so that everyone has access to the same files. Syncing files across machines can be an easy or hard task depending on what program you use and how you […]
Why Xero Linux is the best desktop option for independent users
For years now, Linux users have been without a desktop environment that truly reflects their values, one that marries high performance with an aesthetic that doesn’t make them look like they’re using Windows 95 on purpose. Thankfully, Xero Linux may be just what the doctor ordered to cure what ails you when it comes to […]
The Power of Professional Diagrams in Microsoft Word
Professional diagramming software can be quite expensive, and not everyone needs that functionality on a daily basis. Fortunately, Microsoft Word has powerful built-in diagramming tools that can help you create nearly any kind of diagram you need at no cost at all—and they’re easier to use than you might think! All you need to do […]
System76 Launches Futuristic Keyboard
Just about every keyboard you’ve ever used was designed in the 80s or 90s, when technology was still trying to figure out what it would look like at the turn of the century. The result was a hodgepodge of random features, many of which were rendered irrelevant by major advancements in electronics over the last […]
Breaking down Glass door’s List of High-Paying Internships
We’ve all heard that internships can be an important stepping stone to landing your dream job, but how do you figure out which ones will really help you get ahead? That’s where Glass door comes in, as the site provides an extensive list of high-paying internships and the types of companies offering them. But what […]
Bill Fernandez: Apple’s First Employee and Unlikely Odyssey
Bill Fernandez was not just the first employee of Apple—he was also its third partner, along with Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak. Fernandez spent his entire life in Silicon Valley, working at Atari with Wozniak, before eventually being lured away by Jobs to work on what would become Apple. After leaving Apple in 1985, Fernandez […]
5 Must-Have Open-Source KANBAN Boards to Stay On Track
Whether you’re managing a team of remote workers or just trying to keep your own priorities straight, it can be hard to stay on task and avoid getting overwhelmed with all the tasks you have to complete. KANBAN boards are an easy way to manage your workflow and get done what you need to without […]
The Two Best Word Shortcuts for Quickly Deleting Text
All Word users can benefit from knowing two Word shortcuts that quickly help you remove text. One of the best things about these shortcuts is that they’re easy to remember (CTRL+Z and CTRL+SHIFT+Z). Another cool thing about them is that they both work on selected text, whether it’s one word or several sentences. Once you […]