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This week's Really Useful Podcast is hosted by Christian Cawley, with appearances by Gavin Philips, James Frew, and Ben Stegner.Look out for our other shows---subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on iTunes and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

Heard about the Dark Web and want to know what it is all about? We've got answers to the questions you need in this week's Really Useful Podcast.Is the Dark Web illegal? Is it safe to access the Dark Web? What's the difference between the Dark Web and the Deep Web? Hit play to find the answers to these questions and more.This week's useful links: How to Access the Dark Web Dark Web Myths Debunked Online Accounts Traded on the Dark Web Best Dark Web Websites Little Known Corners of the Dark Web Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin.Look out for our other shows---subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on iTunes and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

You'll find these links useful for this week's Really Useful Podcast. What Is Right to Repair? Defend Your Right to Repair With Linux Once again, Christian Cawley and James Frew are this week's hosts. Follow them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @jimjamfroo.Look out for our other shows---subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

You'll find these links useful for this week's Really Useful Podcast. 5 Features You'll Need in True Wireless In-Ear Headphones 6 Things You'll Need to Know When Buying Wireless Headphones Apple AirPods Vs. AirPods Pro: Which Is Right For You? Christian Cawley and James Frew are this week's hosts. Follow them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @jimjamfroo.Look out for our other shows---subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

In this week's show: Is Social Media Making You Sad? Can't See a Therapist? Try These Apps Free Positivity Apps Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @Megg_Ellis with your suggestions for future topics.Look out for our other shows - subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

Listening to this week's show you'll find the following links useful. Easy Windows 10 tweaks Customize Windows 10 with these tools Best Windows 10 themes Make Windows better with Group Policy Create a custom Rainmeter theme for Windows Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.Look out for our other shows - subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on iTunes and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

This week's useful links: Which PS5 Model Should You Buy? Which Xbox Series Model Should You Buy? Nintendo Switch vs Switch Lite Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin with your suggestions for future topics.Look out for our other shows---subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on iTunes and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

3D printing looks amazing, but it can be a bit of a mystery to most of us. This week, Christian Cawley chats with Ian Buckley about getting started with 3D printing, and what you need to know about the different between types of 3D printer. Beginner's guide to 3D printing Best sites to order 3D prints Recycle failed 3D prints 3Doodler Create pen for kids Useful 3D printing projects for home Educational toys you can 3D print Cool games to 3D print at home Engine 3D printing benchmark "Bengine" Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley host this week's show. Contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @ianmbuckley with your suggestions for future topics.Look out for our other shows---subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on iTunes and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

Whether you're planning to buy online for a special event, you're inspired to buy on Black Friday, or have a bit of spare cash to spend, buying with confidence is vital.Christian Cawley and James Frew discuss how to buy confidently, check online reviews and discern which ones are honest and which are paid for, and how to spot online scams to help you shop safely and securely.  How to Spot Fake Reviews on Amazon Filter Fake Amazon Reviews AliExpress Scams Avoid These Online Shopping Postal Scams  eBay Scams You Should Know About Christian Cawley and James Frew hosts this week's show. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @jimjamfroo with your suggestions for future topics.Look out for our other shows - subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on iTunes and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

Here are the links you need to learn more about this week's show topics Popular Turn-Based Strategy Games Play Google Stadia on Mobile Data Project xCloud for Xbox Game Streaming Free Games from Epic Budget Game Offers from Humble Bundle Retro and Indie Game Bundles Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner are your hosts. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @stegnersaurus with your suggestions for future topics.Look out for our other shows - subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on iTunes and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

Want to know more about VPNs? In this week's show we explain what the term means, why you need one, how to sign up to a VPN, and why you should avoid free VPNs.Here's what we talk about this week: What is a VPN? VPN protocols explained Some of the best VPN routers The reasons you should use a VPN Best VPN services available This week's show is brought to you by Christian Cawley and Gavin Philips. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @GavinSpavin with your suggestions for future topics.Look out for our other shows - subscribe to The Really Useful Podcast on iTunes and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

It has been one of the most unusual years in recorded history. But linking us together during lockdowns, social distancing, travel restrictions, and more, has been Facebook. Groups supporting mental health, messenger rooms for vital social and family contact, and even the ability to watch videos together with "watch parties" have all been embraced.Facebook is far from perfect. But it continues to offer these methods of group contact to help you stay in touch during the lonely, frustrating times. Facebook helps mental health Facebook brings group discussions to the news feed Misinformation networks removed by Facebook Watch together on Facebook How to use Facebook Messenger rooms Set up a Facebook Watch Party This week's show is brought to you by Christian Cawley and Megan Ellis. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @Megg_Ellis with your suggestions for future topics.Look out for our other shows - subscribe to The Really Useful Podcast on iTunes and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

The Really Useful Podcast is back with a brand new set of tips and tricks for finding, choosing, and buying a new laptop. Drawing on long experience of laptop buying, MakeUseOf's Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley discuss how to set a budget, determine a purpose, find the right specification, and choose your laptop in your own time, without any pressure from sales staff.We've also prepared some reading for you: The best laptop for programming and coding Choose the best computer for college How to buy a refurbished Mac Which MacBook should you buy? Dell G5 5505 SE gaming laptop review  This week's show is brought to you by Christian Cawley and Ian Buckley. You can contact them on Twitter as @thegadgetmonkey and @ianmbuckley with your suggestions for future topics.Look out for our other shows (featuring MakeUseOf contributors Ian Buckley and Ben Stegner). Head to thereallyusefulpodcast.transistor.fm for our other shows.Don't forget to subscribe to The Really Useful Podcast on iTunes and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

What have we got for you this week?First off: Tetris-like games you can play in your browser Want to know what's on Netflix/Prime Video/Disney+? Use JustWatch Everything you need to know about the PlayStation 5 We also bring you some productivity tips: Fix problems with Skype with these tricks Sick of Skype? Try these alternatives Finally, if you need a boost of inspiration during times of trouble, try these inspiring movies on NetflixYou can leave a review on Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners. You'll find us on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Transistor.fm Player.FM Google Podcasts Stitcher.com YouTube Stay safe!

We start off this week looking at how Big Tech is helping families deal with the unscheduled school holidays happening across the Northern Hemisphere Rent movies still playing in theatres Use Scribd free for 30 days Get Audible Stories for free Enjoy Amazon Prime Video free We've got some personal ideas on how to cope with lockdown as a family and as individuals, too. Get your kids fit daily with Joe Wicks, The Body Coach Chill out daily with your kids thanks to Cosmic Kids Yoda Learn daily with Maddie Moate and Greg Foot Astronaut Scott Kelly shares his self-isolation tips How Sir Walter Raleigh coped with incarceration in the Tower of London This week, MakeUseOf is giving away an awesome customizable electronic pixel art backpackYou can leave a review on Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners. You'll find us on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Transistor.fm Player.FM Google Podcasts Stitcher.com YouTube See you next week for the final show of the current run.

We take a look at some ways big tech has been helping Joe Public cope with COVID-19 coronavirus: Use your gaming PC to fight COVID-19 Disney+ releases Frozen 2 early MSI offers warranty extension for coronavirus sufferers We've also put together some tips and tricks for home working Strategies and tools for remote work Be more productive when working from home PLUS: a list of things to do in self-isolation: Play Call of Duty: Warzone (battle royale game) Play steam games Fix old photos with mobile apps Save money by cutting the cable Do online surveys Home schooling Use Udemy, Khan Academy, YouTube and other resources to learn new skills Do some DIY or redecorate Get fit---you can still go outside In short, there's no reason to be bored! We also take a look at the latest tech giveaways and reviews on MakeUseOf: Creative Super X Fi Air Headphones MegaModz PS4 Controller Rating or reviewing us on iTunes will help us reach more listeners. So you don't miss a show, subscribe for notifications: Apple Podcasts Spotify Transistor.fm Player.FM Google Podcasts Stitcher.com YouTube See you next week!

This week's news: Google Assistant reads the internet aloud Alexa can tell you all about the US Election 2020 We have a single recommendation this time:The Heimatdamisch on YouTubeSome tech tips and tricks: Get fit with these video games Bitcoin email scams Affordable Windows 10 upgrade options We also take a look at the latest giveaways and reviews: Creality LD-002R resin printer Simbans TangoTab (Android tablet) MegaModz PS4 Controller Leave us a rating or review on iTunes will help us reach more listeners. So you don't miss a show, subscribe for notifications: Apple Podcasts Spotify Transistor.fm Player.FM Google Podcasts Stitcher.com YouTube See you next week!

This week's news highlights: Sony 2020 Phone lineup Spotify mobile app becomes easier to use Find out what's popular on Netflix Our recommendations: Christian: WhatNerd's Tech Geeks Quizzes Megan: Every Kid Gets a Robot These techy tips and tricks might change your life: The best two-player mobile games Should you switch to Facebook Like? Ways to reuse that old internet router  What you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy S20 phones  We also take a look at these awesome giveaways and reviews: Creality resin printer TangoTab budget Android tablet

In this week's show: The Moft-Z "Invisible" Laptop Stand and Standing Desk Redbox Free Live TV Our recommendations: Christian: Theo Cooks Ben: DekuDeals These tips and tricks should help you improve your tech life: Optimize your Wi-Fi reception at home Ways to legally download movies and watch them offline Windows 7 hits End of Life - what next?! And there's a look at these awesome giveaways and reviews: VAV 4K UHD Dashcam XP Pen Note Plus

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