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Month in Geek: December 2010 Edition

Month in Geek: December 2010 Edition: "

As 2010 draws to a close, we have gathered together another great batch of article goodness for your reading enjoyment. Here are our ten hottest articles for December.


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Note: Articles are listed as #10 through #1.


The 50 Best How-To Geek Windows Articles of 2010


Even though we cover plenty of other topics, Windows has always been a primary focus around here, and we’ve got one of the largest collections of Windows-related how-to articles anywhere. Here’s the fifty best Windows articles that we wrote in 2010.


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Desktop Fun: Happy New Year Wallpaper Collection [Bonus Edition]


As this year draws to a close, it is a time to reflect back on what we have done this year and to look forward to the new one. To help commemorate the event we have put together a bonus size edition of Happy New Year wallpapers for your desktops.


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LCD? LED? Plasma? The How-To Geek Guide to HDTV Technology


With image technology progressing faster than ever, High-Def has become the standard, giving TV buyers more options at cheaper prices. But what’s different in all these confusing TVs, and what should you know before buying one?


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HTG Explains: Which Linux File System Should You Choose?


File systems are one of the layers beneath your operating system that you don’t think about—unless you’re faced with the plethora of options in Linux. Here’s how to make an educated decision on which file system to use.


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Desktop Fun: Merry Christmas Fonts


Christmas will soon be here and there are lots of cards, invitations, gift tags, photos, and more to prepare beforehand. To help you get ready we have gathered together a great collection of fun holiday fonts to help turn those ordinary looking holiday items into extraordinary looking ones.


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Microsoft Security Essentials 2.0 Kills Viruses Dead. Download It Now.


Microsoft’s Security Essentials has been our favorite anti-malware application for a while—it’s free, unobtrusive, and it doesn’t slow your PC down, but now it’s even better with the new 2.0 release, which adds network filtering, heuristic protection, and more.


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20 OS X Keyboard Shortcuts You Might Not Know


Mastering the keyboard will not only increase your navigation speed but it can also help with wrist fatigue. Here are some lesser known OS X shortcuts to help you become a keyboard ninja.


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20 Windows Keyboard Shortcuts You Might Not Know


Mastering the keyboard will not only increase your navigation speed but it can also help with wrist fatigue. Here are some lesser known Windows shortcuts to help you become a keyboard ninja.


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The 50 Best Registry Hacks that Make Windows Better


We’re big fans of hacking the Windows Registry around here, and we’ve got one of the biggest collections of registry hacks you’ll find. Don’t believe us? Here’s a list of the top 50 registry hacks that we’ve covered.


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The Complete List of iPad Tips, Tricks, and Tutorials


The Apple iPad is an amazing tablet, and to help you get the most out of it, we’ve put together a comprehensive list of every tip, trick, and tutorial for you. Read on for more.


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