Nathan is a freelance writer and photographer based in Lincoln, Nebraska. He earned his B.A. from the University of Northern Iowa and has researched and written about consumer tech for more than 10 years. He's also game to take on stories about science, conspiracy theories and more.
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Whether you want to break up with Facebook for good — or just take a breather — we've got step-by-step instructions so you can do either.
All these numbers and letters might seem confusing at first, but using your camera's f-stops is really quite simple once you understand some basic principles. Find out how fiddling with f-stops can enhance your photos.
Spills are a daily occurrence, but some leave an indelible mark on history. Here are 10 spots that no amount of cleaner can ever wash away from the public record.
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Many homes in rural parts of the U.S. rely on well water rather than city water. But well water has pros and cons that city people may never have considered.
That fridge dispenser is supposed to make it easy to get a pure delicious-tasting glass of water. But often you taste something stale, metallic or foul. Why is that and how do you fix it?
Wind tunnels are the unsung heroes of aerodynamics. Thanks to these breezy devices, we have safer planes, cars and space vehicles.They even provide some extreme fun for the adrenaline junkies among us. What's the deal with wind tunnels? Find out in this article.
It's fun to point out the faces of people you know in real albums, and you can do the same thing with Facebook photo-tagging. Want to know how to tag someone on Facebook? Read this article to learn the steps!
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Some Airbnb guests have found hidden cameras in their rented homes. Is this legal? And how can you tell if you're being spied on?
In consumer optical devices like cameras and telescopes, aperture is an incredibly important concept. But what is it, exactly? Let's find out!
The idea of technology that you wear isn't new, but it's an industry that's exploding in popularity, from Google Glass to fabrics that turn movement into electricity.
Augmented reality is the blending of interactive digital elements into our real-world environments. Taking a photo just by framing your fingers is one example.
By Kevin Bonsor & Nathan Chandler
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If your fingers ache from trying to type text messages on your smartphone, you'll be happy to learn how to text from computer. There are many benefits, and it's easier than you think!
You want to import pictures from a cell phone to a laptop, but you're not sure how to do it. We'll show you how to do it step by step.
You may have heard of Topsy the elephant and her sad demise at the hands of Thomas Edison. But what's the real story?
Experts are baffled as to why dogs keep throwing themselves off Overtoun Bridge in Scotland. Are they lured by unseen scents or is something supernatural at work?
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Maybe it's mistrust of the U.S. government and health-related industries, as well as Lyme's insidious nature, that makes this idea catnip for conspiracy theories. But what's the truth?
When you type a URL into your web browser's address bar, the correct page appears as if by magic (provided you typed it correctly). Is it the work of sorcery? Nope! Domain name servers are handling all the data behind the scenes.
Black boxes help investigators determine what happened in an airplane accident. What's inside a black box and how does it record flight data?
By Kevin Bonsor & Nathan Chandler
These days, remote controls seem to, well, control our lives. Most people tend to have piles of them strewn about their living rooms. But where did this ubiquitous technology come from? Where is it headed?
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One term might give you the impression of something grand and mysterious, while the other makes you think of claustrophobia-inducing environs that threaten human life. But what's the real difference?
This is not an easy question to answer, thanks to the mists of time. But historians have put forth several possibilities. An ancient tablet claims one king ruled for 28,000 years!
Whether you're looking to prove ownership or sell your vehicle, you'll need the car title. Lost or damaged car titles can be replaced, too! Read on to find out how to get a title for a car.
The cucamelon is about the size of a grape but it packs a big, tart punch. Just don't expect cucamelons to taste like cucumbers or watermelons!
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Long-banned in the U.S., except for religious purposes, peyote is starting to be decriminalized in some cities. But is that a good thing for this endangered plant?
Corresponding angles are what you get when two parallel lines are crossed by a third line, creating angles that have the same relative position at each intersection. They're easy to find once you know what to look for.