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How to subscribe to Digital Citizen & spread the word!

While major tech platforms like Google increasingly favor AI-generated content and corporate publishers, independent voices like Digital Citizen face an unprecedented challenge. Our traffic has plummeted 40% since November 2023 – and a staggering 53% compared to November 2022. We’re not alone in this struggle; many independent publications have already shut their doors in 2024. Yet we don’t want to give up. We want
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How to use, turn on, and turn off Airplane Mode on an iPhone

The iPhone Airplane Mode is designed to quickly disable all wireless communications on your iOS device. While its primary purpose is to ensure compliance with aviation regulations during flights, you can also use Airplane Mode on your iPhone to save battery, prevent roaming charges and even troubleshoot network issues. If you want to know more about the iPhone Airplane Mode, you’ve come to the
tutorial How to enable, disable, and configure AutoPlay in Windows 11

How to enable, disable, and configure AutoPlay in Windows 11

Are you tired of the constant pop-ups asking you to choose what happens every time you plug in a USB drive or insert a memory card into your Windows 11 PC? They’re managed by a feature named AutoPlay, which can either be a reliable friend or persistent annoyance, depending on how you configure it. In this guide, I share how to take control of
tutorial How to rewrite text with Notepad using AI in Windows 11

How to rewrite text with Notepad using AI in Windows 11

Microsoft is busy infusing many of its Windows apps with features based on artificial intelligence (AI). One of the apps that now benefits from AI is Notepad, but only in Windows 11. Starting in November 2024, Microsoft has added a Rewrite function in Notepad, which helps users improve their writing with the assistance of a sophisticated AI model called GPT. This model can rephrase
tutorial How to use Airplane mode on Android & Samsung Galaxy devices

How to use Airplane mode on Android & Samsung Galaxy devices

Airplane mode is more than a simple travel setting on your devices. It's a useful feature that can help you respect flight regulations, save battery, and sometimes resolve network issues. Whether you're a frequent traveler, tech enthusiast, or someone seeking digital peace, understanding how to use Airplane mode can be helpful. In this guide, I walk you through everything you need to know about
tutorial How to turn on and turn off Dark Mode on an iPhone

How to turn on and turn off Dark Mode on an iPhone

The Dark Mode on an iPhone is a popular feature that uses a darker color palette for the iOS apps and interface, offering a sleek and visually appealing experience. Furthermore, the iPhone Dark Mode can reduce eye strain, especially in low-light environments, and even help conserve battery life on devices with OLED screens. If you’re wondering how to turn on Dark Mode on an
article AMD FSR 3: How much performance boost should you expect?

AMD FSR 3: How much performance boost should you expect?

AMD’s FidelityFX Super Resolution 3 (FSR 3) brings exciting advancements in upscaling and Frame Generation, promising gamers better performance without having to buy a new graphics card or making significant and costly hardware upgrades. If you’re looking to increase frame rates while keeping high visual quality, FSR 3 is definitely worth a look. Yet, how much of a difference does it make in real-world
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How to install Windows 11 for free

The latest update for Windows 11, version 24H2, is now available for download and installation. This update introduces numerous features and improvements, including a new setup wizard. Consequently, the procedure for installing Windows 11 has changed, offering different options for partitioning your computer and a new personalization wizard. If you need assistance downloading and installing Windows 11, whether from a USB drive, DVD, or
article What is AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) and how does it work?

What is AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) and how does it work?

Have you come across the term AMD FSR on the internet or maybe somewhere in your favorite game’s graphics settings? Are you wondering what AMD FSR is? Or maybe you want to enable FSR, but you’re not sure if your graphics card is on the AMD FSR-supported GPU list? If you want to understand the reasons behind this technology, why you might want it,
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