Howcast Tech & Gadgets

How to Make a Website for Your Business

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 22:31:21 +0000

If you want to build your brand's public presence, consider making a website for your business.

How to Make a Simple Electric Motor

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 18:57:44 +0000

If projects like the potato-powered digital clock are a bit old school, up your game with a simple electric motor to wow the judges at your next science fair.

How to Use Apple AirPlay

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 18:56:19 +0000

With AirPlay, you can stream media directly from your Apple mobile device to a variety of video and audio components. Here's how to use this wireless technology.

How To Block a Phone Number

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 21:15:49 +0000

Whether you are avoiding a telemarketer or an ex you can block a phone number with these steps.

How to Use a Laser Pointer Correctly

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:03:49 +0000

Laser pointers are convenient and useful tools. But if they're misused, they can cause unnecessary damage.

How To E-mail the President

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:16:42 +0000

Do you have a passionate point of view on a particular issue? Or maybe just a story you need to tell? Well, POTUS is all ears.

How To Build USB-Powered Christmas Lights

Fri, 07 May 2010 20:45:38 +0000

If you have an unused USB port on your computer you can put it to good use and add a touch of flair to your workspace.

How to Understand Cellphone Radiation and Cancer Risk

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 20:55:33 +0000

Alarmed by news reports that cellphones could possibly cause brain tumors? Here's what we know so far.

How To Send E-mail To a Cell Phone

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 20:53:48 +0000

Tired of tapping out text on tiny digits with your thumbs? Try sending an SMS text to your friend's cell from the comfort of your computer's full-sized keyboard instead.

How To Send Pictures To Facebook From a Cellphone

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 20:53:45 +0000

Upload photos you have just taken with your mobile phone and share them with others on your Facebook page.

How To Use Flickr

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 18:52:41 +0000

Want to share your photos faster than a speeding modem? Click on Flickr and let the "oohing" and "ahhhing" begin.

How to Handle Awkward Facebook Friend Requests

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 03:21:25 +0000

Let's be honest: No one wants everyone they know keeping tabs on them on Facebook. Here's how to handle those awkward friend requests tactfully.

How to Prepare Ads for Upload to Advertising.com Ad Desk

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 18:12:13 +0000

Make your digital ad campaign go smoothly with these tips.

How to Get XM Radio

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 18:11:57 +0000

XM Satellite Radio offers hours of music, news, and sports in over 120 non-commercial program formats. Get XM Radio in your car, at home, or in a wide variety of locations.

How to Clean Your XBox 360 Controller

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:35:29 +0000

Ewww, that's funky! Clean up your XBox controller to avoid a gamer faux pas.

How to Get an IATA Code

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:35:16 +0000

The trade association International Air Transport Association serves airlines, passengers, shippers, travel agents, and governments. You can obtain a numeric code from IATA to describe your location, equipment, company, and time zone.

How To Add a YouTube Video To MySpace

Tue, 31 May 2011 23:00:10 +0000

If you're an aspiring video auteur or rock star, add your work to your MySpace profile using these steps.

How To Send an E-mail

Tue, 31 May 2011 22:46:40 +0000

You can send a message to anyone in the world with only a few clicks of the mouse.

How to Survive a Digital Fast

Tue, 31 May 2011 22:46:38 +0000

Technology addiction taking over your life? Abstain from the modern age -- for a little while -- with tips on how to survive a digital fast.

How to Become a 21st-Century Social Activist

Tue, 17 May 2011 17:50:26 +0000

Want to make a difference in the world? It's easier than ever, thanks to modern technology. Here's how you can become a 21st-century social activist.

How To Make an Easy Science Project

Mon, 09 May 2011 20:50:35 +0000

Good science projects make use of scientific methodologies. Here are some tips to make your project easy to carry out.

How To Block People on Facebook

Thu, 05 May 2011 18:50:16 +0000

Keeping your life private is getting harder every day. Enjoy some privacy by blocking people from your Facebook page, and do it without them knowing.

How to Make a Weather Barometer

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:50:05 +0000

Be a backyard meteorologist with your own homemade barometer and make weather forecasts like the pros.

How to Choose a 3-D TV

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 21:50:12 +0000

Don't invest in a 3-D TV without these buying guidelines.

How to Block Unwanted Text Messages

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 21:50:10 +0000

If you're getting unwanted text messages to your cellphone, you can file a complaint or configure your phone carrier account to block the spam.

How to Liveblog

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 21:50:08 +0000

Want to facilitate dialogue on current events? Try liveblogging, and help an audience feel like they're part of something special as it's happening.