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Autos > Hybrids What image does a hybrid car give its owner?: 1 of 14
Hybrid cars definitely have an associated cool factor, some of which is derived from being environmentally friendly and some of which is derived from being able to put down the extra money it costs to buy a hybrid car.It is definitely true that hybrid cars are not made to go fast or be fun, and they are not the most comfortab... More..
Education > Standardized Tests Tips for preparing for the AP exams: 1 of 3
So you're a high school student and you've gotten good grades in math since you were about 6, so your parents are making you take AP Calculus your senior year. Bummer, huh?Not a chance. As long as you're going to a university that gives credit for AP exams, these classes are one of the greatest programs you will ever experien... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Sports News & Opinion (Other) Should gambling on professional sports get an athlete banned for life?: 2 of 5
Imagine a street one-on-one basketball game between two heated rivals. Each player bets $500 that he will win. The money adds to the fun of the game, since the winner not only takes "bragging rights," but a significant amount of money as well. Both players play harder because each now has an even stronger motivation to win. I... More..
Education > College Study Tips Great books to read before college: 3 of 7
So you're going to college soon, and you want to impress your friends-to-be, TAs, and professors? Great. One of the best ways to sound smart is to quote (if possible), and otherwise be aware of literature. So what goes on your pre-college reading list?First off, everything you (were supposed to) read in high school should be ... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving Family budgeting for the coming year: 2 of 4
Creating a family budget can be simple and painless. Unlike other New Years' resolutions, you can actually stick to it, too, as long as you remember a few basic necessities. You don't need a Ph.D. in Economics to make a household budget, so don't be afraid. Just remember that you can't spend more than you bring in.Therefore, ... More..
Computers & Technology > PDAs & Handheld Devices The best GPS software for smartphones: 1 of 2
Now that everyone who makes mobile devices has been putting a GPS in it, it's not long until our wristwatches give us directions to the nearest Starbucks. The newest rage, though, is putting a GPS in your phone. It's a great idea - you have your phone with you all the time anyways, so why make you carry an extra, separate dev... More..
Computers & Technology > Phone Tips & Tricks How to block your cell phone number from caller ID: 1 of 1
There are a variety of reasons to want to block your caller ID when you make cell phone calls, and there are several ways to do this. Most cell phone providers allow subscribers to block their caller ID, and many cell phones offer caller ID-blocking options in their menus.If you want your caller ID to always be blocked, the e... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Software & Utilities Why you should backup important computer data regularly: 21 of 33
It's a fear that everyone who has ever worked on a computer knows intimately. After spending hours, days, or even weeks on an assignment or project, it somehow magically disappears. In schools, the old "my dog ate my homework" has morphed to "my hard drive crashed and my file disappeared." It has happened to everyone, yet rel... More..
Computers & Technology > PDAs & Handheld Devices Recommended pocket PC freeware: 2 of 3
You have a Pocket PC device? You're in luck. You've got a PDA or smartphone with one of the most advanced mobile operating systems available. The downside? It's made by Microsoft, so it has a lot of quirks and plain-and-simple decides to stop working whenever it feels like it.One of the good things about Pocket PC, though, is... More..
Hobbies & Games > Card Games How to play blackjack: 10 of 14
Casino table games are often confusing for new players, and you surely don't want to try one out and find yourself hundreds of dollars in the hole before you've even figured out all the rules. Lucky for you, though, blackjack is one of the easiest games to learn, and you can practice with yourself very easily.The most common ... More..