For several years, I have been searching for an efficient way of having files in sync between the computers I use. Originally, I was just searching for a way to have a synchronized music library on all my computers and phone. Afterwards, I wanted to have my Documents folder in sync between my laptop and desktop, so that I could work on both machines without having version issues. Syncthing is a powerful open-source continuous file synchronization program that is able to accomplish exactly what I wanted.

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Are you shopping for a CPU cooler and want to know how to determine which CPU coolers run the coolest or are the quietest? Here are some simple, logical methods you can do find the best choice with just a computer with an internet connection.

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Efficiently working in a command line is all about using your keyboard to its full potential. Here are some useful tips and shortcuts I use regularly that you might find useful.

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Are you looking for a hotswappable mechanical keyboard that doesn’t cost too much? Here we take an in depth look at the Keydous NJ68 mechanical keyboard, a hotswappable, 65% layout mechanical keyboard that costs only $100.

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There are a lot of resources on the internet that describe how to convert bam files to fastq files for realignment, but many of them are using different methods and different tools. I have tested and evaluated many of these conversion tools and here are my findings.

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Were you drawn in by the beautiful, glass design of the Lian Li PC-O11D case but don’t want the hassle of liquid cooling your CPU? Here are some of the best air coolers available that fit in the O11’s unconventional design.

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Are you a programmer trying to figure out how to use a Windows computer for your work? Here are the programs I’ve been using for the past few years that have served me pretty well over the years.

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Variant Effect Predictor’s command line program may seem intimidating to beginners, but is actually not that bad. Keep reading to see what I have learned from my experience working with command line VEP.

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Hello, welcome to my first blog post. I have been using the Keychron K1v3 for a few months now, and here are my thoughts as a long time user.

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