When Irip my Blu-Ray discsfor myhome theater PC, Im always debating whether to rip in 720p or 1080p. Can I really see the difference? It turns out, that debate depends on a lot more than your eyesight. But it wasnt my eyesight that was improvingit was the big new TV Id bought. Weveshared calculatorsfor this information before, but they were focused onsetting up your home theater. Thats the question I always needed to answer....

If youre unfamiliar with the Arduino, check outour guide to getting started with it. To get started with this project, check out the full instructions at the link below. Limit TV Time with an Arduino-Controlled Relay| Make

Even if you ultimately fail, youll probably have learned something. Maybe its the52 week money challenge, or maybe its attempting to wake up a half hour earlier. ), going on No Spend months (best $$ experiment ever! So dont store your experiments forNew Years resolutions. Try adopting a new small habit nowif it works, youve improved your life a little bit. If not, youve at least taken a step toward doing so....

Its hard figuring outwhere to donate to charity, when there are so many issues we care about. Googles OneToday is a safe option that also doubles the impact of your donation. Refugee and Migrant Crisis| Google OneToday

There are two ways to pick out your favorite cold medicine when you go to the store. That second approach may sound like a hassle, but its much more effective. And I dont just mean generics versus store brands. Can you guess the difference betweenRobitussin Peak Cold Maximum Strength Multi-Symptom ColdandRobitussin Severe Multi-Symptom Cough Cold & Flu? The latter contains acetaminophen, meaning its equivalent to taking the other plus Tylenol....

That doesnt mean you should throw weights around willy-nilly. You still need to prioritize safety to avoid getting seriously hurt. The issue here is that certain activities seem to carry a greater reputation for posing particularly high injury risks. But is weight training any more dangerous than, say, playing soccer? It turns out that weight training is actually safer than most sports. A weak body will be prone to injury....

I amsointrigued by this fake cheese. I have no reason to be particularly interested, Im just super curious about how the other half lives. (The other half in this case being vegans and the lactose intolerant, not rich people.) Do those people actually get their cheesy fix? Or do they just put on a brave face and lie to themselves the entire world? Spoiler alert: vegan cheese is delicious. But before you rush down to comment, let me just say thatnothingwill ever replace cheese for me....

For over a decadePandorahas been streaming music online through customized, intelligent radio stations. Like a radio, of course; radio being a purely vestigial term in these days of digital streaming. Behind the technology that runs the company is Chris Martin. Im also a Mac person. So Im using a MacBook Pro but I will probably be looking for an Air. Because the [MacBook] doesnt have quite enough computer power. What are the sort of apps that you use every day that you cant live without?...

Some types of rice and grains are best rinsed before cooking, but it can be a tedious process. With a French press you might speed up the rinsing process and avoid losing any grains. Its not a bad idea for quinoa either. The process of rinsing grains can be kind of a pain, however. Thats why Stephanie Barlow at The Kitchn suggests you use a French press to make it easier....

Under your bed isone of the best places to find extra storagewhen space is tight. After all, all you need is a drawer or two! Youll end up with an inexpensive storage option and repurpose furniture that would otherwise just head to the landfill. Simple Storage for Boys| The Painted Home

Web users can stream the debate fromCNNs live stream, whileiOSandAndroidusers get access through the CNN mobile apps.

Logging out of your account when youre done using a computer other than your own is just good security. Once youre logged out, the site will display a green OK next to each service.

The iOS App Store is filled with free fitness apps promising to give the perfect, science-backed workout. Here are the ones that come the closest. Youve probably heard of the7-Minute Scientific Workout. The 7 Minute Workout-Get fit: Provides aerobic and resistance workouts, but very little flexibility. No fitness program elements or progression. StrongLifts 5x5: Provides fitness program progression, but mainly focuses on strength training only. Despite these findings, whats most important is getting some form of activity at all....