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The Android operating system, introduced in February 2009, runs on all Android smartphones and tablets. Since it’s open-source, some devices have a custom version of the operating system (OS), but most have a similar look and feel and share the same functionality. Each version of the OS has a corresponding number, and each had its own dessert codename up until Android 10, such as Cupcake, KitKat, Lollipop, etc. Below is a history of the operating system from the beginning to the current Android version, including Android OS names, when each was released, and what they added....

With terrible business practices and awful customer services, cable providers have never been a favorite of the American public. And now that the vast majority of content is available through streaming services, ditching cable has become a more attractive option for many Americans. This so-called “cord cutting” requires a little bit of preparation, however. Let’s consider what you’ll need for a cable-free and entertainment-rich life. A Media Server Unless you want to be completely dependent upon streaming services for your content, you’ll need a computer to host your own media files....

GNU/Linux distributions include a wealth of programs for handling text, most of which are provided by the GNU core utilities. There’s somewhat of a learning curve, but these utilities can prove very useful and efficient when used correctly. Here are thirteen powerful text manipulation tools every command-line user should know. 1. cat Cat was designed to concatenate files but is most often used to display a single file. Without any arguments, cat reads standard input until Ctrl + D is pressed (from the terminal or from another program output if using a pipe)....

Twitter has a secret program that prioritizes high-profile and popular Twitter users to protect them against abuse or harassment. According to a recent report by Bloomberg, Project Guardian covers a list of thousands of high-profile accounts that include politicians, musicians, journalists, professional athletes, and more. Twitter prioritizes flags about abuse reported on these accounts and reviews them before other flagged reports in the content moderation queue. Twitter’s content moderation is done with the help of any user that can report Tweets or comments they consider to violate the platform’s policies....

If I had to list down the most useful tools that I’ve used in my computer life, Dropbox would be one of the top name on the list. It’s more than just a simple backup tool. The combination of desktop apps, web service and supports from tons of third-party applications, open up possibilities that I’ve never thought before: from collaborating on a novel, to triggering download from faraway computer, to running other local task remotely....

The much-awaited survival video game Valheim has finally released and there are players who have almost completed the game. If you have already completed half of the game and fearing what happens if you lose your game date? There are tons of players who have been wondering how to backup and restore your game data and if that’s you then look no further as we have got you everything covered....

What’s the first thing you think of when you hear “free video editor”? If you’re like me, you immediately assume there are extreme limitations, such as minimal features, watermarks, or only being able to edit a limited number of videos. The VSDC Free Video Editor, which also has a premium version called VSDC Pro, makes most of the features free and fully functional. Let’s take a look at how the two versions compare and whether the free version really can meet most video-editing needs....

Epitaph is a brand new weapon that you can get in Warframe and it is part of the update 30 that was released recently. This new brand new weapon is part of the Sevagoth armor set and if you’re wondering about how to get the Epitaph weapon in Warframe, make sure to check this out. How To Get Epitaph Weapon In Warframe To get the Epitaph Weapon in Warframe, all you need to do is complete The Tempestarii quest in Warframe, this will get you the blueprint for the Sevagoth armor set....

If you know how to heal in Watch Dogs: Legion, chances are that you might less often and survive the tougher missions without breaking a sweat. If you want to know how to heal in Watch Dogs: Legion read the rest of this guide. How To Heal In Watch Dogs: Legion If you wish to succeed in Watch Dogs: Legion you will need to make sure that your health is in check or else you will keep dying....

Photograph evidence in Watch Dogs: Legion can be used to turn the districts defiant. There are 6 locations for that and it can be quite confusing if you aren’t sure what you have to do. For the City of London Photograph evidence challenge in particular, you have to get underground but you won’t see any entrance. You might end up searching for a way to head inside. So, to save your time, we will explain the trick to use to get it done quickly....

Deep profiler is a vital feature in Watch Dogs Legion. The game allows you to recruit any person walking across the streets of London City. However, recruiting some specially skilled NPCs can be really difficult. That’s where the deep profiler comes into the picture. In this Watch Dogs Legion deep profiler guide, we will discuss how to use the feature and what benefits it provides. What is Deep Profiler in Watch Dogs Legion Watch Dogs Legion deep profiler is a feature that grants you data-based insights for easily recruiting an NPC....

Sony finally are going to release more details about the PlayStation 5, the in-depth coverage will be hosted by PlayStation’s lead system architect Mark Cerny. Microsoft revealed the entire system specs about their upcoming console yesterday. Sony has been awfully quiet about the PlayStation 5 and rumors have been flying around about it, from not being ready to the PlayStation 5 being the fastest console in 2020, we’ve heard everything in between....

Forget formal schooling for 30 minutes. Here are outstanding examples of how a simple half-hour of web reading can increase your ability to understand and influence the world around you. Want to get smarter at understanding taxes or the economy? Want to better understand your own risk fears or why your teenager is so defiant? Want to improve your leadership ability at the office? Here are some free websites that are guaranteed to improve your brainpower....

When using an identity-obscuring service like a VPN, it’s extremely important to make sure all exterior network traffic is sent through the VPN’s encrypted tunnel. Without doing that, the user’s actual IP address can be leaked, revealing their location, browsing information, and, subsequently, their identity. The most common way this type of leak occurs is through a DNS leak, which occurs when the user’s IP address is exposed via an unencrypted DNS request to their ISP’s DNS server....

Thinking of buying a new keyboard? There’s a lot of variety out there, including a version called a mechanical keyboard. What Is a Mechanical Keyboard? Mechanical keyboards have physical switches beneath the keys that recreate the touch and audio experience of typing on a typewriter. Press a key, and you press its switch. You’ll hear pretty loud clickity-clack sounds as you type. Although different types of switches are used in mechanical keyboards, these keyboards generally result in more accurate typing and high-speed typing....

Google Chrome is one of the most widely used web browsers in the world. It stands unique among all web browsers because of its wide range of extensions and tabs embedded in it. Many tools in Google can be used for recovery purposes, for smooth internet experience while ensuring the safety and security of users. What is Google Chrome Elevation Service? Whenever you download and install Google Chrome on your PC, the recovery component, exclusively available for Chrome and Chrome builds, is also installed....

This week in Pureinfotech we looked at some of the new improvements that Microsoft is making to Windows 8, like the new redesigned Task Manager, a feature that now most users will be able to use and understand, this is not a feature for power-users anymore, and the software maker is also improving the search capabilities on the new Start screen. Check out the articles to learn more. We are almost a week away from Halloween and I hope you’ve already decorated your desktop, but in the case you haven’t, this week I have a new free Windows 7 theme that will make you scream....

There are a lot of reasons you might want to pick up one of the best MP3 players of 2021. It’s true that every phone out there has MP3 playing capability. There are a lot of free apps you can download to play your music collection. But MP3 players offer a lot of benefits over their smartphone counterparts. Let’s start with the fact that many smartphones are ditching the headphone jack, meaning your expensive corded headphones are useless....

Light Sources are easily one of the most important elements in a game like Minecraft, where exploration plays such a big role. Using the best sources of lighting can help you literally go wherever you please, allowing you to explore to your heart’s content. For players who are new to Minecraft, picking the right light source can be a little difficult to understand, and with so many options, it isn’t hard to see why....

Shopping for a cheap TV doesn’t mean you have to choose between quality and your budget. Brands like Samsung have begun to offer budget-friendly TVs that offer the basic features you’ve come to expect for home entertainment like Wi-Fi connectivity for streaming video and music, 4K resolution, and great sound quality without external speakers or subwoofers. TCL has made itself the king of affordable televisions, and for good reason. Their models use the Roku platform to give you access to thousands of apps, voice controls via external smart speakers or the Roku mobile app, and keeping all of your favorite apps and playback devices easily accessible in a simplified hub menu....