Whitson Gordon
Contributing since January, 2016
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About Whitson Gordon
Whitson Gordon is a Windows user, PC builder, metalhead, chopstick-using potato chip eater, and Midwest-to-Southern California transplant. You can follow his nerdy exploits on Twitter and Facebook.
Latest Articles
How to Use Your iPad as a Second Screen for Your PC or Mac
Your iPad can be your Mac's second screen
How to Clean Old, Yellowed Plastic on Retro Computers and Game Systems
Old plastic turns yellow, but you can make it look new again.
How to Get Rid of Bloatware on Your Android Phone
Get rid of those unwanted apps on your Android phone.
How to Tweak and Rearrange Android's Quick Settings Dropdown
Get those Quick Settings tiles in order.
How to Monitor Your Computer's CPU Temperature
There are two groups of users worried about the temperature of their computer: overclockers... and pretty much anybody with a powerful laptop. Those things just cook you! So have you ever wondered exactly what temperature your CPU is running at?
How to Set Up All Your New Holiday Gadgets
It's the holidays, which means new gadgets for everyone! Whether you're rocking a new PC or trying to get a handle on what the Amazon Echo really does, we've got you covered.
How to Watch Any Video on Oculus Go, Rift, HTC Vive, Gear VR, or Daydream
You probably got that Oculus Go, Oculus Rift, or HTC Vive to play games, but VR can also offer a seriously immersive video-watching experience.
How to Get Free Magazines on Your Kindle with Calibre
Ever wish you could get the latest issue of your favorite magazine on your Kindle? Or wish you could turn your favorite website into a digital digest of articles for reading like an ebook? Calibre can make it happen.
How to Build a $35 Media Center with Kodi and the Raspberry Pi
If you’ve been holding off on setting up a Kodi-based media center computer because they’re loud, expensive, don’t fit in your media rack, the Raspberry Pi is your savior.
Don't Use Facebook's Onavo VPN: It's Designed to Spy On You
You may have seen a new button in Facebook's mobile app lately: under the Settings menu, a "Protect" option leads you to download an app called Onavo Protect.
Is AppleCare+ Worth It?
Every time you buy an iPhone (or an iPad, or a Mac, or even a new HomePod), Apple will ask you if you want to add AppleCare+ to your purchase.
What Is HEVC H.265 Video, and Why Is It So Important for 4K Movies?
4K is the next big thing in TVs, and 4K videos are starting to pop up everywhere.
How to Read Comic Books and Manga on Your Kindle
The iPad has been toted as the ultimate comic book reader, but that doesn't mean you can't give it a run for its money with your Kindle.
Google Calendar Got Rid of Its Best Feature in the New Design
A few months ago, Google launched a new design for Google Calendar---and frankly, it was long overdue.
What Is Net Neutrality?
Net neutrality is one of the biggest policy debates around the internet, and the government has voted to officially repeal the net neutrality regulations.
Stop Complaining That Your Browser Uses Lots of RAM: It's a Good Thing
It's been a complaint about Chrome for years: "it hogs so much RAM!" And now that Firefox Quantum is here, the fire rages on---some users see less RAM usage than Chrome, while others see similar amounts.
How to Run Any Command Prompt Command with Cortana
Cortana may not be as popular as Microsoft was hoping for, but it can be useful.
How to Make the $50 Amazon Fire Tablet More Like Stock Android (Without Rooting)
Amazon's $50 Fire Tablet may be one of the best deals in tech---especially when it occasionally goes on sale for $35.