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Maybe you've already heard of LibreOffice and want to learn more about it, or you're tired of Microsoft's outdated, overpriced Office products and are searching for an alternative. That's where LibreOffice comes in: A free, open-source office suite with some pretty powerful applications.

Is Visio the best diagramming software? These alternatives will give Visio a run for its money.

This is a review of an experiment using Artificial Intelligence to create written content, and a discussion of how AI is changing the concept of news stories.

Are you looking for the best alternatives to Trello? These project management tools are definitely worth a look.

Bring order to the chaos with these top tips for organizing your Google Drive. Create structure, save time, and find the files and folders you need!

Covers how to use the STANDARDIZE function in Microsoft Excel with the correct syntax and application examples.

I was searching for a wi-fi extender that could improve the reception in my kitchen. The Rock Space AC2100, which can handle both the 2.4G and 5G bands, appeared to be a good choice.

Here I cover in detail how to use the PERCENTILE function in Excel with the correct syntax.

In the market for a new laptop? Read my review of the HP Envyx360 2-in-1 Laptop to see if it's right for you.

Who doesn't want to type faster? We all do. If you're typing, looking at your keyboard you'll be doing about 30 words per minute. An average touch typist will be three times faster than that and with far fewer mistakes than the keyboard typist. Let's learn to touch type.

Ever wondered what that strange "Terminal" application your computer came with was for? Turns out it's a pretty powerful tool that even the ordinary computer user might find helpful. Here you'll find a detailed introduction to Terminal and some of its basic commands.

Covers how to use the TREND function in Microsoft Excel with the correct syntax and an example.

I was searching for an inexpensive HD webcam that could operate effectively in my dimly lit office. The eMeet Nova appeared to be a good choice.

An easy guide to creating a button to randomly generate numbers in Excel. Randomly generate decimals and an infinite possibility of ranges.

Discusses the steps to take to enable the draw tab in Microsoft Excel.

Covers how to use the TYPE function in Microsoft Excel with examples on the correct syntax to use.

Shows an example of how you can create a macro object that can serve as automation in your Microsoft Access database. The example is simplified with the use of a message box macro object that opens when a form is opened.

Covers how to use the RAND function in Microsoft Excel with examples on the correct syntax to use.

Covers how to use the CORREL function in Microsoft Excel with examples on the correct syntax to use.

Covers how to use the TODAY function in Microsoft Excel with the proper syntax with examples.

I needed to extend the wi-fi coverage inside my house. Rock Space’s three-unit RSD0610 appeared to be an excellent option.

Protecting your computer privacy and security is essential in the modern world. This article looks at the best webcam covers for a MacBook Pro.

The DeskLab Monitor killer meets all of your portability needs at a fraction of the cost. Read on to learn more details about this awesome monitor.

The various options available in AWS Storage Gateway can be confusing. I'm going to make this very simple to understand by comparing each option to something you already know.

Want to store more files in the cloud? Check out these Dropbox alternatives for secure and private cloud storage solutions.

Losing precious video files can be a harrowing experience, but don't give up hope. There may yet be a way.

Lap desks are a convenient aid to working away from a traditional office desk, this article looks at 4 of the best currently available.

Skype had a good run, but it's no longer the king of video conferencing apps. Check out these Skype alternatives that are actually better.

With a budget of around $1,000 we can build a good computer for not only gaming, but photo editing, and streaming as well.

Four different ways to convert Microsoft Word documents to a pdf whether or not you have access to Microsoft Word.

Aukey's USB-C Hub Adapters can connect to your Mac/Android and add card readers, Ethernet, USB-C PD, and multiple USB ports for peripherals like flash drives, mouse, printers, hard drives, etc. Turn your laptop into a workhorse at little cost.

Explore the features and capabilities of Schneider Electric's Power Monitoring Expert, a firsthand review from an engineer's perspective.

We tested some consumer-grade cat7 and cat5e cables in our household network to see if there was any significant difference in measured speeds. The results may surprise you.

Using your own photos as your Mac screen savers can be surprisingly motivating, fun, and useful. It's easy to set up. Here is why and how to do it.

Having trouble finding books, CDs or DVDs at home? Your phone camera and Windows computer can help you to locate things more easily.

Good Wi-Fi has become essential in our lives. Now with the Corona Pandemic, flaws in your Wi-Fi network become more apparent. I tried to summarize the most commonly made mistakes that can massively degrade the quality of your wireless signal.

Linux is an open-source operating system that runs on computers and other electronic devices. Today, a small number of computer users use Linux operating systems. It is, however, embedded in other electronic devices such as TVs, watches, servers, cameras, routers, printers, fridges, and even cars.

Explore the techniques to handle very large data in Excel from Azure. Use any of Microsoft Azure storage options like HDInsight (Hive), CosmoDB, Azure Storage or MongoDB in Azure with Azure Analysis Services from Excel and Power Query.

I frequently use four screens on my computer daily. I explain why I use multiple screens on my computer and why you might like using them as well.

See how to improve your experience with your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Learn about existing features and proper Internet behavior to protect your privacy.

When a new record is added to or removed from the data sets at Google Sheets, the Report you have created will be updated automatically. However, when there is a structural change, example, adding or removing columns and renaming field names, you need to manually initiate that change.

Chart interaction filters let you turn your data visualisation/ charts into filter controls. Imagine you can now filter reports by clicking a table row or selecting a bar in a Bar Chat, making your reports and dashboards truly interactive

Adding filters in Google Data Studio They simply reduce the amount of data displayed without transforming your original data in any way. Filters can be applied to a single visualisation or the entire Report.

Data Studio can be extended to include filtering capabilities directly into the charts. Viewers of the Report can click on any data in order to initiate filters.

In the last article, you've connected your data source with Google Data Studio, you're now ready to create your first report.

Google Sheets is a collaboration application which allows you to create and work on spreadsheets with other people. The Data Studio Google Sheets connector allows you to access and pull data stored in a Google Sheets worksheet.

Data Studio lets you visualise data from many different sources. To get the most out of this tutorial, you will need a Google account to get started. Create one if you haven't done so.

Google Data Studio is a free but powerful tool for you to bring together data from different sources so that you can visualise them on one screen This beginner's guide to Google Data Studio teaches you how to create easy-to-read reports to gain insights from difference data sources.

With the introduction of JavaScript frameworks, higher security demands, lack of a reliable workforce, and increasing complexities both in backend and frontend panels, companies are looking for full-stack web developers.