What Doctors Really Mean When They Suggest "Bed Rest"

When you get the flu or a nasty cold, doctors typically suggest you stay at home in bed. So, why bed rest? “But any position where you are calm and inactive is fine… All that leads back to staying home and doing very little.

February 12, 2015 · 1 min · 44 words · Sheila Perez

What's the Best Budget Computer Monitor?

Shopping for monitors can be tricky. This week, let’s talk about budget displays (below $400, cheaper if possible!) that still offer great screen size and the features that matter to you without breaking the bank. We’ve talked abouta few of our favorites in the past, but sound off with your nominations below! Maybe it’s huge and offers tons of screen size for the money. Maybe it’s great at color duplication, or has super-fast response times....

February 12, 2015 · 1 min · 114 words · Nicole Fisher

"Ask for Evidence" Helps You Challenge Bogus Health Claims

British web siteAsk for Evidencegives you a way to question that questionable advice. The site has only been around for a few months, but is already collecting success stories. One cafestopped giving out leafletsthat claimed their juice could reverse the effects of smoking. Of course, you don’t need a special web site to ask for evidence. And if notwell, now you know. Ask for Evidence Photo byDuncan Hull.

February 11, 2015 · 1 min · 68 words · Diana Gonzalez

15% off the Fitbit Charge HR, Ultra-Slim Space Heater, and More Deals

This set comes with two probes, a 300' range, and 15 pre-programmed configs for various meats. First up, the highly-ratedMiracle-Gro AeroGardenstarter kit is down to $140 today, an all-time low. you’re able to even plant your own seeds if there’s something really specific you’re after. Plus, you know, graphics. Here’sGizmodo’s reviewof this model if you need some more info. If you work on a desktop PC, a good UPS is a must....

February 11, 2015 · 1 min · 137 words · Martin Barr

Ask "What Else Can I Spend This Money On?" Before Big Purchases

Making big financial decisions always involves a lot of variables. Before your next purchase, think about the other awesomeness that this purchase could buy elsewhere. Of course, there’s always something else to buy.

February 11, 2015 · 1 min · 33 words · Christian Ramos

Automatically Unlock Your Chromebook with Your Android Phone

Unlock your Chromebook with your Android phone| Google viaPCWorld

February 11, 2015 · 1 min · 9 words · Alyssa Bass

Avoid Giving Backhanded Compliments with the "Dinner Table Rule"

No matter who you are, it’s easy to accidentally let a backhanded compliment slip through your dialogue. The Art of Manliness created the “Dinner Table Rule” to combat this problem. If it sounds inappropriate at the table, then it’s probably inappropriate as a compliment too. Here are a few of their examples: You’ve lost a lot of weight! You still have a ways to go, but keep at it! The food was pretty good....

February 11, 2015 · 2 min · 240 words · Melissa Hughes

Avoid These Simple But Common Investing Mistakes

Investing seems intimidating, but it’s actuallypretty easyonce you get started. Of course, you’re able to still make mistakes, and those mistakes can be costly. Here are a few of the most common ones to avoid. Openfoliois a website that lets youcompare your investing strategy to others'. They then compared this performance with the users' equivalent target date fund. A target date fund offers a standard return in a certain time frame....

February 11, 2015 · 1 min · 167 words · Alexander Juarez

Build a Covert Bone Conduction Speaker and Radio That Fits In a Pen

Using a standard FM radio receiver and piezoelectric transducer, creatorBen Krasnowhas built the perfect clandestine listening unit. Nobody else around you will have any idea that you’re listening to something. Check out the whole video to see how he does it. Covert radio pen with bone conduction speaker| YouTube viaHackaday

February 11, 2015 · 1 min · 50 words · Diana Meadows

Do You Dine Out on Valentine's Day (and Similar Holidays)?

Here’s their reasoning, but will this convince you? Their advice: Dine out some other night for better service and a better experience. This probably holds true for other holidays as well, though. All that said, though, do you have Valentine’s Day reservations?

February 11, 2015 · 1 min · 42 words · Melanie White

Four Personal Qualities You Can Develop Like a Skill

you could develop each of these personal qualities much like you would a technical skill for improve yourself. Persistence Few people accomplish worthy goals the first time around. Persistence enables you to have another go (and again) after you fail. It’s useful in any profession that requires problem solving. President Calvin Coolidge describeswhy persistence is so valuable: Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent....

February 11, 2015 · 2 min · 323 words · Joanna Morgan

Get More Space from Garden Beds with Rounded Tops

If you really love gardening, you think about it year roundfromplanning to plantingand beyond. Maximize that area by adding round tops to your raised garden beds. 7 Secrets for a High-Yield Vegetable Garden| Organic Gardening Image fromwebbgun. We’ve edited the tip to more accurately describe it.

February 11, 2015 · 1 min · 46 words · Seth Morgan

How to See If Your VPN Is Leaking Your IP Address (and How to Stop It)

Heres how it works, and what you’re able to do about it. Whats All This Now? Is My Data At Risk? Lets back up a bit. Many people use VPNs specifically toget around those location restrictions. Usually thats enough to convince a service youre in a supported country. How Can I test whether My VPN Is Affected? The flaw was documented by developerDaniel Roesleroverat GitHub. This demo is an example implementation of that....

February 11, 2015 · 2 min · 376 words · Rodney Williams