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News : Everything You Need to Know About the New Facebook

Facebook unveiled a lot of changes last week, and, as usual, it's causing a lot of consternation and controversy. People within my Facebook, and on Google+, keep asking how to remove the ticker, and are trying, and mostly failing to make sense of the changes. I've decided to ...more

Minecraft : The Little Things Can Be Amazing, Too

Is that House? Built in Minecraft? Well, time to cross out one more item off my bucket list! As inspiration for this week's Minecraft-themed Tuesday Giveaway (enter here to win an awesome Minecraft Pickaxe!), I present a roundup of amazing things found in Minecraft. The great ...more

Review : Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother

Image via Tiger Mom Says. Amy Chua didn't realize what she unleashed when the Wall Street Journal published a string of excerpts from her book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, and titled it "Why Chinese Mothers Are Superior". The article sparked a lot of interest and anger, ...more

News : Rihanna’s “Who’s That Chick”

Time to welcome back that wacky David Guetta! He's back on the scene (if you can say he actually left) with his first release from his Crimbo Cash-In album, a re-issue of the very successful 'One Love', innovatively titled 'One More Love'. Usually, when things go dark and sli ...more

News : A Small Look at Aquaria

A look at Aquaria Last week I made a post about the Humble Indie Bundle (http://www.wolfire.com/humble). It's a small online charaty drive where you could buy five indie games for any price you wanted. The charity drive itself was an incredible success. It raised over one mill ...more

How To : Things to Do on WonderHowTo (11/23 - 11/29)

WonderHowTo is made up niche communities called Worlds. If you've yet to join one (or create your own), get a taste below of what's going on in the community. Check in every Wednesday for a roundup of new activities and projects. Happy Thanksgiving! We hope everyone enjoys th ...more

How To : How iTunes Works in the Cloud—Beta Version

This week, Apple announced the beta version of its new wireless, cloud-based service, iCloud. I wrote a summary of it here. The iCloud service includes some new features in the latest version of the iTunes Store, which allows you to access all your iTunes songs, mobile apps, a ...more

News : Why Rdio.com Is Better than the iTunes Music Store

When Apple‘s iTunes was introduced back in 2001, it rekindled my interest and purchasing of music. I was so excited by the program that I immediately started converting all my rather large collection of CDs into MP3 tracks. I then sold off my CDs and remaining vinyl albums, an ...more

News : Hacking MAC OS X

Warnings i cant be held responsible for any illegal act done by anyone but myself and there are copyrights so notise that taken the trademarks or copyrights are strigtly prohibeted by law and will be punshied by law and i or my partners cant be held responsible for sudo camma ...more

News : How-to Design Amazing Web Pages Using Basic HTML

INTRODUCTION In this world of Internet era, almost everyone wants to create theirs own web presence by either hosting their own blog, articles, photos, videos, reviews, etc etc . But some people choose their own way and decide to have something bigger! What is it? Its a websi ...more

How To : The Official Google+ Insider's Guide Index

Welcome to the Google+ Insider's Guide to all things Google+. We're dedicated to keeping you updated with all the latest news, tips and tricks on Google+, and this official index will serve as a one-stop catalog of all our How-To articles, as well as all the news & updates we' ...more

News : Make Friends by Using Proper Server Etiquette

What happened to please and thank you? When did asking someone to come look at your build degenerate into COME NOW or FOLLOW or sending out teleport requests to any and all currently on the server without asking? Phillip Chan, a yahoo network contributor wrote this back in 20 ...more

News : Scrabble's 2-Letter Words - Defined

Ok, so you've memorized the list of valid 2-letter words, but when challenged after playing one, can you smugly demonstrate your dominating intellect by spouting out the proper definition? If you're anything like me, chances are you'll find yourself babbling something defensi ...more

How To : Play piano in a romantic style

In this tutorial, we learn how to play piano in a romantic style. Take a minor third to begin and play these two notes. Improvise a melody by hitting any white key you choose. This is great for a beginner who doesn't have much experience. Adding the melody will help your song ...more

How To : Play "Go Home Girl" by Arthur Alexander on guitar

Who's heard of Arthur Alexander? He wrote and recorded some great songs but, ironically, it was other artists who made hits with their cover songs of his work. This is "Go Home Girl" - very similar to his other classic, "You'd Better Move On". Play a simple version in D with a ...more

How To : Play "My Creole Belle" by John Hurt on guitar

Although mainly demonstrational, this video shows you how to play "My Creole Belle" by John Hurt on guitar. This video is intended for advanced players who learn easily by watching or listening. Read the useful tips posted below to aid your guitar learning: This is an instrum ...more

How To : Play string instruments

String instruments make up a large part of many orchestras and include the violins, violas, cellos and double bass. Learn all about the characteristics and history of string instruments with tips from a composer in this free music video series. Part 1 of 10 - How to Play strin ...more

How To : Play "The Dimming Of The Day" by Richard Thompson

Although mainly demonstrational, this video shows you how to play "The Dimming of the Day" by Richard Thompson. This video is intended for advanced players who learn easily by watching or listening. Read the useful tips posted below to aid your guitar learning: This is Richar ...more

How To : Play "I Wanna Rock" by Twisted Sister on guitar

Playing your favorite songs by Twisted Sister on the guitar is not as difficult as it seems. With this tutorial you can learn how to play "I Wanna Rock" by Twisted Sister on the acoustic guitar. This lesson is geared towards intermediate guitarists because it assumes prior kno ...more

How To : Play "Lithium" by Evanescence on guitar

Playing popular songs on the guitar is not as difficult as it seems. With this tutorial you can learn how to play "Lithium" by Evanescence on the acoustic guitar. This lesson is geared towards intermediate guitarists because it assumes prior knowledge of guitar playing. Marty ...more

How To : Play "SOS" by the Jonas Brothers on the guitar

Playing popular songs on the guitar is not as difficult as it seems. With this tutorial you can learn how to play "SOS" by the Jonas Brothers on the acoustic guitar. This lesson is geared towards intermediate guitarists because it assumes prior knowledge of guitar playing. Mar ...more

How To : Play the ukulele instrument

The ukulele is a beautiful and unique stringed instrument that is perfect for the traveling musician because it is so portable and relatively inexpensive. The ukelele is a version of a small guitar that originated in Hawaii. In this two part tutorial, Jody Kamisato of Ukulele ...more

How To : Play "Mississippi Blues" by Willie Brown

Want to play lead guitar in a rock band? Well, you have to learn how to play the blues first. Most popular rock songs have roots in the blues guitar style of playing. This blues guitar lesson shows you how to play "Mississippi Blues" by Willie Brown. Check out this blues guita ...more

How To : Play "White Man at Hammersmith Palais" on guitar

Want to impress your friends by whipping out your guitar and strumming some of their favorite tunes the next time you are at a party? This guitar lesson teaches you how to play "White Man at Hammersmith Palais" by the Clash. Once you get a hang of these popular guitar chords a ...more

How To : Play "Les Boys" by Dire Straits on the guitar

Want to play lead guitar in a rock band? Well first you have to learn techniques from the masters. This guitar lesson teaches you how to play the main riff to "Les Boys," a tune on Dire Straits' third album, Making Movies. The riff floats around the notes that make up the chor ...more

How To : Play "Setting Me Up" by Dire Straits on guitar

Want to play lead guitar in a rock band? Well first you have to learn techniques from the masters. This guitar lesson teaches you how to play a riff from "Setting Me Up" by Dire Straits. The left hand is just a basic shuffle. The trick is the "chicken pickin'" done with the ri ...more

How To : Land on your feet after drum fills

This tutorial will teach you to get in and out of drum fills without derailing your drum pattern. Playing along with a drumless track with spaces for drum fills can test your ability to maintain a steady tempo through fills and transition back into the groove. The song from th ...more

How To : Use a guitar effect pedal

Get familiar with your guitar in these instructional videos. Learn new guitar effects and spice up your playing style after watching these clips. Learn new effects for the chorus of a song and get information on using reverb. Get tips on using a harmonizer to get a pitch shift ...more

News : Stolen work

The victim has to write something they came up with that they are proud of or if they have a diary or any personal secrets you can make it in to a show telling all their secrets and all that.. Get the story or song. Make a promo of the show or movie or record someone singing t ...more

News : The Griswold Jump

This stunt is meant to be a parody of National Lampoon's Vacation with JACKASS fixins. The "Holiday Road" song will be playing in the background as the entire cast is stuffed into this beautiful Lime Green 80's wagon. The wagon should be padded inside with as many male and fem ...more

How To : Key To The Highway

Although mainly demonstrational, this video shows you how to play "Key to the Highway" on guitar. This video is intended for advanced players who learn easily by watching or listening. Read the useful tips posted below to aid your guitar learning: This is an instrumental vers ...more

How To : Play the accordion

Learn how to play the accordion with your left and right hands, read sheet music and play a few popular songs in this free video series that will have you playing the accordion in no time. Part 1 of 24 - How to Play the accordion. Play the accordion - Part 2 of 24. Click throu ...more

How To : Play the Korg Triton Studio keyboard

Now that you know the power of the music, in this video series, learn how to use a Korg Triton Studio synthesizer to create songs and melodies of your own. Our synth expert, RT Ouk, will explain many of the basic functions in detail, including how to use the different modes on ...more

How To : Play bossa nova guitar in D flat major

In this series of video music lessons you'll learn how to play Bossa Nova classical guitar. Expert Ryan Larson shows you the essential scales and chord progressions you'll need to know to play Bossa Nova songs, taking you through a piece measure by measure, and offering tips o ...more

How To : Play bossa nova guitar in D major

In this series of video music lessons you'll learn how to play Bossa Nova classical guitar. Expert Ryan Larson shows you the essential scales and chord progressions you'll need to know to play Bossa Nova songs, taking you through a piece measure by measure, and offering tips o ...more

How To : Play Bossa Nova guitar in E Major

In this series of video music lessons you'll learn how to play Bossa Nova classical guitar. Expert Ryan Larson shows you the essential scales and chord progressions you'll need to know to play Bossa Nova songs, taking you through a piece measure by measure, and offering tips o ...more

How To : Play bossa nova guitar in G flat major

In this series of video music lessons you'll learn how to play Bossa Nova classical guitar. Expert Ryan Larson shows you the essential scales and chord progressions you'll need to know to play Bossa Nova songs, taking you through a piece measure by measure, and offering tips o ...more

How To : Play bossa nova guitar in B flat major

In this series of video music lessons you'll learn how to play Bossa Nova classical guitar. Expert Ryan Larson shows you the essential scales and chord progressions you'll need to know to play Bossa Nova songs, taking you through a piece measure by measure, and offering tips o ...more

How To : Play bossa nova guitar in C major

In this series of video music lessons you'll learn how to play Bossa Nova classical guitar. Expert Ryan Larson shows you the essential scales and chord progressions you'll need to know to play Bossa Nova songs, taking you through a piece measure by measure, and offering tips o ...more

How To : Play bossa nova guitar in A-flat (Ab)

In this series of video music lessons you'll learn how to play Bossa Nova classical guitar. Expert Ryan Larson shows you the essential scales and chord progressions you'll need to know to play Bossa Nova songs, taking you through a piece measure by measure, and offering tips o ...more

How To : Play easy guitar chords, scales and melodies

In these videos, learn the rest of the notes on the guitar, including the A and D strings, how to play the classic songs “Amazing Grace” and “Greensleeves,” how to play a C major scale, G, C, and D major guitar chords, how to read chord charts, and how to play simple chord pro ...more

How To : Choose a Proper Practice Amplifier

A practice amplifier can be just about anything, but by definition it’s probably not something you are going to gig with. Getting Started If the amp is for practice, you generally don’t need a big one. Up to 15-watts is pretty standard, with 30 to 50-watts being about as big ...more

How To : Play accordion music

Whatever your musical interest is, in these free accordion playing videos, learn all about this amazing instrument. Our expert will show you the part of the accordion and how it works, and he’ll inspire you with several songs, styles of music, and types of accordions and conce ...more

How To : Perform advanced jazz guitar techniques

Jazz guitar music, in particular, is rooted in minor 7th chords and diminished 3rds; its sound is as distinctive as any in the jazz family. Advanced jazz guitarist will also need to know their 9, 11 and 13 chords as well, popular chords in Bossa Nova style jazz. In this series ...more

How To : Practice ear training with an octave exercise

If you want to improve your violin technique then this lesson is for you. This violin tutorial teaches you a way to improve ear training with octave exercises. This exercise is based on the Yost system. This exercise is designed to increase your familiarity and comfort in all ...more

News : My Prank Ideas

Play some of the worst songs in the Apple shop speakers as loud as you can Have a royal rumble on BMX's Get a sign saying mining in progress, blocking a public stairway/escalator and get someone to sit/stand there and pick their nose. Snort 50cm of random stuff Go sledding on ...more

Game Changer : YouTube Music Is Live for Android & iOS

In the wake of Apple Music making its debut on Android devices, Google has finally released its highly anticipated YouTube Music app. With these two tech heavyweights throwing their hats into the ring, the streaming music world is about to get rocked. This new standalone YouT ...more

How To : Shuffle All Songs in Apple's Music App in iOS 10

With each update, Apple Music continues to become a bigger part of iOS. It's gotten to the point where you have to fend off multiple requests to subscribe to the streaming music service before you can listen to your own songs on an iPad or iPhone, but as it stands in iOS 10, m ...more

How To : Enable 'Now Playing' on Your Google Pixel

The Pixel 2 debuted a really cool feature that identifies any songs playing nearby and automatically displays the track's name on your lock screen. It's honestly one of the most inventive smartphone features we've seen in a while, especially considering how Google did it — but ...more

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