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How to fix broken Christmas lights: Tips for solving common problems with string lights, burned-out bulbs
Busted Christmas string lights can darken your holidays. Here’s how to make simple repairs to burned-out bulbs, fuses, and other common problems.
The 3 biggest myths about doing laundry
Here’s the truth about how much detergent you should really use, natural alternatives, and the right water temperature for clean clothes.
Motion smoothing or the “soap opera effect” is real: Fix your TV now
Motion smoothing on a TV can create weird image quality. Here’s what causes the “soap opera” effect, why it’s bad, and how to change it.
2020 is a great time to make these 5 easy New Year’s tech resolutions
Change bad digital habits with simple steps for a healthier, safe internet in the new year. A couple of sanity-saving keys: password managers and VPNs.
New gadget? Now it’s time to learn how to use it
Where to get free tech support for Apple, Amazon, Best Buy, Microsoft Home Depot, Lowes, or other retail products.
Have yourself a cleaner Christmas: How to reduce, reuse and recycle all that holiday trash
Christmas creates a lot of trash. Here’s how to recycle or reuse everything: wrapping paper, ribbons, old tech, and more.
Trouble with your Christmas lights? Here’s what to do
Busted Christmas string lights can darken your holidays. Here’s how to make simple repairs to burned-out bulbs, fuses, and other common problems.
Myth vs. fact: Unplugging devices when you leave the house
The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends unplugging devices when not in use. But should you worry about wasting energy or safety?
Thanksgiving is coming. Here’s how to clean your oven
To avoid damage and catastrophe, here’s what to know before using high-heat self-clean on your oven.