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Vann Vicente

Vann has been writing professionally for four years, and specifically about tech for nearly two years. He got his start by making satirical pieces for comedy websites, and eventually transitioned into writing about technology, consumer products, and entertainment.

The very first computing device he owned was an original black and white Game Boy. The practice he got from mashing buttons in Dr. Mario would become helpful later in life, when he got an unpaid part-time job helping his elementary school computer teacher install educational software across 40 unnetworked PCs.

He wrote his first tech-related writeup when he was 13-years-old. It was a guide to installing homebrew onto a Nintendo DS -- a piece that won him an NDS carrying case. Since then, he's written on a variety of topics, from online dark patterns to battery technology. In particular, he's adept at writing explainers that simplify and condense broad tech subjects.

By day, he works as a digital marketer for a regional e-commerce site focused on food and beverages. He holds a degree in Advertising Management and Industrial Economics, which gives him a strong interest in how the web moves markets.

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How to Manage Your LinkedIn Privacy Settings

LinkedIn is a great way to connect with professionals in your field, find employment opportunities, and build up your credentials. However, its privacy settings can be confusing and difficult to manage. Here’s how to fi...
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How to Save an Excel Sheet as a PDF

Saving an Excel spreadsheet as a PDF can be confusing, and the finished file often looks different from how we want it to be presented. Here’s how to save a sheet as a readable clean PDF file.
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What Is DLC in Video Games?

Nearly every major video game released has some form of DLC, which is content you can add to a game to expand the experience. Let’s take a look at the forms in which DLC is available, and why it’s so common....
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What are AAA (Triple-A) Video Games?

You might have heard the term AAA or Triple-A video games before. These are big-budget titles that you see commercials for on TV. Here’s what they are, and how they shape the gaming industry.
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What Is YouTube Premium, and Is It Worth It?

YouTube Premium is a monthly subscription service that promises to improve your viewing experience on the internet’s largest video platform. Here’s what you get for your money, so you can decide whether it’s...
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