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How to create a double exposure in Photoshop

By Peter Wolinski published

Achieve an artistic effect by creating a double exposure in Photoshop

Creative Software
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How to enter the BIOS menu on a Windows PC

By Peter Wolinski published

To learn more about how your hardware is performing, here’s how to enter the BIOS menu on a Windows PC.

Windows Operating Systems
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How to change your IP address

By Tony Polanco last updated

Changing your IP address can prevent snooping and unblock content from overseas. I’ll show you how to do it.

Computing
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How to list users in Linux

By Emma Street published

Discover who's on your Linux system using your command line interface with our easy-to-follow guide.

Operating Systems
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How to check your CPU usage in Linux

By Emma Street published

Master CPU utilization in Linux with our step-by-step guide for optimal system performance

Operating Systems
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WhatsApp now features an extra security feature you need to be using — enable it now

By Peter Wolinski published

Here's how to lock an individual WhatsApp chat, for extra security.

Mobile Apps
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How to install Linux

By Emma Street published

Whether you want to run Linux alongside Windows, or do a clean install, our comprehensive guide on installing Linux via USB will show you what to do.

Operating Systems
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This Chrome extension saves downloads directly to Google Drive — I really wish I'd found it sooner

By Peter Wolinski published

How to save Chrome downloads directly to Google Drive.

Browsers
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How to protect your child on their new laptop

By Olivia Powell published

Protect your child Tom's Guide experts have compiled a list of the top three VPNs, antivirus software, password managers, and parental control apps for all-round protection of your child's new laptop.

Protect your child
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New device? Here's how to properly protect it

By Olivia Powell published

Cybersecurity Protect your new devices with our top 3 VPNs, password managers and antivirus software providers

Cybersecurity
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