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Social Media Hoaxes

We’ve all seen it: every so often, alarming posts start circulating through our timelines. Someone claims that unless you change a particular setting, all your profile data will suddenly become public. Recently, one of these rumors made the rounds again—this time about a supposed Facebook Terms of Service change that would give the platform rights to all content published there. Whether you agree with Facebook’s policies or not, here’s the reality: you accept Facebook’s terms the moment you create an account. Any future changes to the Terms of Service are announced via official notifications, and they’re considered accepted automatically if you continue…
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Great iPad Games

After writing about my favorite iPhone games (some of which I also play on the iPad), today I want to share a few of my favorite iPad games. The iPad really shines with titles that use the larger screen well or require precise touch controls. No surprise, most of my picks fall into the strategy and puzzle category. iBomber Defense Classic tower defense with a twist Yes, another tower defense game—I can’t help it! The genre demands patience, strategy, timing, and instinct… basically everything I don’t have, but I still love playing. iBomber Defense brings a unique style to the mix. The graphics are…
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Great iPhone Games

As a long-time Apple fan, I naturally spend some time gaming on my iPhone and iPad. Whether it’s while traveling or just waiting at the doctor’s office, a quick game is the perfect way to pass the time. Here are a few of my all-time favorite iOS games that might sweeten some of your own spare moments: geoDefense & geoDefense Swarm Tower Defense with a neon twist geoDefense is a classic tower defense game, but with a unique, glowing neon aesthetic. Your job is to defend your base from waves of enemies traveling along a path, using towers like lasers, rockets,…
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Mac App-Recommendation: Better Snap Tool

Managing windows on a Mac can sometimes be a bit tricky. Back in Windows 7, there was a very handy feature: drag a window to the left or right edge of the screen, and it would snap to full height but half the screen width—perfect for working with two apps side by side. For a long time, macOS didn’t offer anything like that, which is why I want to share an app recommendation. BetterSnapTool, created by Andreas Hegenberg, fills exactly this gap—and goes even further. It not only replicates the classic snap-to-edge functionality, but also lets you define your own…
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CRE on IPv6

If you’ve never really understood what IPv6 is all about—or maybe haven’t even heard of it—there’s a fantastic deep dive in Tim Pritlove’s CRE podcast. In just under four hours, it unpacks the background, the technology, and why it matters for the future of the internet. The growth of the internet hasn’t slowed down since its early days, and the original estimates of how far it would reach are long outdated. The pool of IPv4 addresses is effectively exhausted, and the spotlight has shifted to the successor: IPv6—the standard designed to keep the internet scalable and future-proof. [podloveaudio src="http://meta.metaebene.me/media/cre/cre197-ipv6.mp3"] This…
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The Apple Maps Controversy: What’s Really Going On with iOS 6?

The media frenzy around Apple’s new Maps app in iOS 6 has been frustrating to watch. Reports of navigation glitches, display issues, and inaccurate locations are everywhere. Some headlines go so far as to call the whole thing a "disaster" and a "major embarrassment" for Apple and its new operating system. But before we join the outrage, let’s take a step back. What’s behind Apple’s decision to switch from Google Maps? Are users really stuck with a broken product? And what are the alternatives? Let’s break it down. Yes, There Are Errors — But That’s Only Part of the Story…
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Mac App Recommendation: ControlPlane

Who hasn’t been there? You take your MacBook with you wherever you go—work, home, a friend’s place, university, or the library. But each of these places has different needs: you might need different apps, network settings, or audio volumes depending on where you are. To solve this hassle, a clever developer created a free Mac app called ControlPlane. ControlPlane lets you define contexts (like “Work,” “Home,” or “Library”) and detect them using evidence sources—things like the Wi-Fi network you’re connected to, the time of day, or whether an external monitor is plugged in. Based on this evidence, ControlPlane automatically switches…
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How to Start a Blog: A Friendly Guide for Beginners

Thinking about starting a blog but not sure where to begin? This beginner-friendly guide walks you through everything you need to know — from choosing the right platform and design, to writing engaging posts, growing your audience, and avoiding common mistakes. Learn how to blog with confidence, build a loyal readership, and turn your passion into a rewarding online presence.
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Why the iPhone 5 Will Be a Success

As some of you know, I’m a bit of an Apple fan. But don’t worry—this isn’t going to be a sales pitch for the latest gadget from Cupertino. I simply want to share why I still believe the iPhone is the best smartphone on the market—and how the iPhone 5 only reinforces that view. A Big Step Forward Last week, Apple officially introduced the long-awaited iPhone 5. Unlike past launches, many details had leaked ahead of time—whether intentionally or not. And yes, as a longtime Apple follower, I couldn’t help but think, “This never would’ve happened under Steve.” That said,…
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Podcasts

I have been an enthusiastic podcast listener for several years. Now, some might be wondering again, "What is a podcast?" A podcast is an audio piece that can be subscribed to and obtained over the internet. The creators of these works upload them to the internet, and they can usually be subscribed to via RSS feeds. For example, Apple iTunes supports the automatic subscription and download of podcasts. However, it's essential to understand that subscribing is more of a technical term than an actual "subscription" because the vast majority of podcasts are free. The name "podcast" is a portmanteau of…