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The Basics of Music Production, Lesson 2: Recording Audio

Adam Dachis — Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

You can have a lot of fun making music, but getting a good recording and arrangement of your song requires some work and knowledge. Last week we set up a home recording studio. This week we're going to start recording.

CustoMac May Buyer's Guide Saves Money on Hackintosh-Compatible Builds

Adam Dachis — Tue, 21 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

We love hackintoshes—the OS X-compatible computers you build yourself—but finding a compatible build requires some effort. Hackintosh master tonymacx86 offers up the latest working builds so you know the machine you'll build will work.

Do you find the Windows Library feature terrible or useful?

Walter Glenn — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Great discussions are par for the course here on Lifehacker. Each day, we highlight a discussion that is particularly helpful or insightful, along with other great discussions and reader questions you may have missed. Check out these discussions and add your own thoughts to make them even more wonderful!

Know How Best Buy and Target's Online Price Match Works Before You Buy

Adam Dachis — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:30:00 GMT

Back in March, Best Buy and Target upped their game and decided to start matching the prices from online retailers such as Amazon. That's a pretty sweet deal overall, you should know about the caveats before you rush to your local store in hopes of a deal.

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Lauren Bertolini — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:16:35 GMT

Gawker Don't Ask, Don't Tell, Faggot: Inside Marine Corps Boot Camp | Lifehacker How Can I Set Up My Parents' Computer To Avoid Future Problems? | Gizmodo Xbox One: Everything You Need to Know About Microsoft's New Console | io9 A Close-up Look at the Star Trek Easter Egg You Might Have Missed

Most Popular Android Phone, 2013 Edition: HTC One

Alan Henry — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:15:00 GMT

The best Android phones represent a powerhouse combination of features, specs, and all-around user experience. Last week we asked you to tell us which ones you thought were the best. Then we looked at the five best Android phones available right now, and put them to a vote. Now we're back to highlight our winner.

How Paying (and Not Paying) Your Cell Phone Bill Affects Your Credit

Tessa Miller — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:00:00 GMT

Next to paying for a roof over your head and keeping the lights on, a cell phone bill (and device that comes with it) is probably at the top of your list as a “necessary” monthly expense. Whether you just have a cell phone plan for yourself or you’re paying for the entire family, you’re probably one of the 82% of Americans paying for the privilege to talk, text, and surf the web wherever you want, whenever you want.

The Home Screen with Shelves

Eric Ravenscraft — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:30:00 GMT

Shooting for a simple and elegant look, chrisbanks2 created this great-looking home screen that turns your apps into items on a shelf and widgets into posters on a wall.

Get MoviePass' Theater Subscription Without an Invite, This Week Only

Eric Ravenscraft — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:00:00 GMT

Last year, we had invites for MoviePass, the subscription-based theater service. This week, the company is running a special promotion where new users can skip the wait list and dive right in.

How Can I Set Up My Parents' Computer To Avoid Future Problems?

Walter Glenn — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:30:00 GMT

If you're the one that friends and family call when there's a computer problem, you know the level of frustration that can bring. If you're the one that gets to configure the computer for them in the first place, you can at least attempt to minimize future problems. But it's not always a clear path. Have any advice for a fellow reader?

How Sunscreen Works (And Why You're Wrong About It)

Andrew Tarantola — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:25:00 GMT

Your skin shouldn't look like a package of pork cracklins after spending the day outdoors; that's why we invented sunscreen. However, there's a right way and a wrong way to slather on your protection—screw it up and you could get burned.

Challenge Winner: Make a DIY Hercules Hook From a Paper Clip

Walter Glenn — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:00:00 GMT

In this week's MacGyver Challenge, we asked you to hack something using paper clips. We received some great entries, but the winning hack shows us how easy it is to fashion a paper clip into a fairly heavy duty hanger.

Librarian Makes Windows' Libraries Much Easier to Manage

Eric Ravenscraft — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Windows: Libraries are a great feature of Windows 7 and up that allow you to pool several folders in one place. Librarian improves on the concept by allowing you to manage those collections more easily.

Convince Your Boss to Let You Work from Home with a Recommendation

Melanie Pinola — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:00:00 GMT

Want to work from home but face a tough boss? Make it harder for him or her to say no to your work-from-home request with a letter of recommendation to use during your negotiation.

What to Look for in an Ergonomic Office Chair

Melanie Pinola — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:30:00 GMT

The quality and comfort of your office chair affects your health and productivity. With so many options, though, picking the right one for you isn't easy. This graphic from Office Chairs Unlimited can help.

The Awesome New Technology That You'll See on the Web This Year

Adam Dachis — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

The web becomes more and more capable each day, finding ways to replace what you do on your desktop. In the very near future you'll talk to your web apps, enjoy complex animation without the drain of Flash, and maybe even plug in your guitar. These features and more already exist, and they're coming to the broad internet this year.

Xbox One: Everything You Need to Know About Microsoft's New Console

Kyle Wagner — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:58:00 GMT

It's been eight years and nine days since Microsoft showed the world the Xbox 360 on May 12th, 2005. Today, we see what's next. The Xbox One.

Chrome 27 is out of beta and available for download now.

Melanie Pinola — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:43:57 GMT

Chrome 27 is out of beta and available for download now. The biggest benefit: It'll load pages 5% faster. Learn more here. [via The Next Web]

The Six Most Important Things You'll Learn At Racing School

Jason Torchinsky — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:42:00 GMT

I'm an embarrassingly slow driver, but I was lucky enough to be offered the chance to take part in a two-day race driving class at the Performance Driving Center at Sonoma Raceway and, while it didn't turn me into Mario Andretti, I'd like to pass on some of what I learned to any other rank but hopeful amateurs.

Online Calculators Boost Your Chance of Retiring with Enough Money

Melanie Pinola — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:30:00 GMT

Saving enough for a comfortable retirement is one of the most important—and challenging—financial tasks we all have to do. A recent study suggests that you can dramatically improve your odds of success if you just use an online calculator to find out how much you need to be saving.

EasilyDo Tells You What to Do Before You Need to Know (or You're Late)

Alan Henry — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Android (4.0+): EasilyDo, the proactive personal assistant, launched for iOS a few months ago. Now the app is available for Android, and features the same proactive reminders and tools, from reminding you to make dinner reservations to suggesting you get flowers on the way home for your anniversary.

Kotaku Good Morning.

Lauren Bertolini — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:58:14 GMT

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How to Install Linux on a Chromebook and Unlock Its Full Potential

Whitson Gordon — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

There are some Chromebooks with awesome hardware out there, like the beautiful Chromebook Pixel, but they don't quite hit their full potential with Chrome OS. Here's how to install Ubuntu and get more out of your Chromebook.

Find Free Wi-Fi Passwords for Local Spots on Foursquare

Whitson Gordon — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:30:00 GMT

Free Wi-Fi is everywhere, but sometimes it isn't always the easiest to find. If you're at an establishment and don't know the Wi-Fi password, you might be able to find it in the comments on Foursquare.

Checkmark, Our Favorite Location-Based Reminder App, Is Free Right Now

Whitson Gordon — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:00:00 GMT

iOS: Apple's Reminders is an okay app, but its location-based reminders aren't exactly quick to create. Checkmark is much better, making it a snap to create reminders at any spot, and it's free today (down from $4.99).