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You probably observed biological specimens through a microscope in your science lab back in high school. And if you are, or have been, a biology major, then it could safely be assumed that you’ve spent a considerable part of your academic life around microscopes. You may already know that there are a few different kinds of microscopes, including simple microscopes, compound microscopes, stereo microscopes, electron microscopes and others. All of these are used in different settings: some of them are used in biology classes in high school, while other, more advanced microscopes (like electron microscope) are used in research laboratories where scientists tinker with and examine really, really small stuff, like the eye of a housefly. If you’ve never seen what kinds of images microscopes produce, here are a few examples: It’s generally believed that images produced by microscopes lack color, i.e., they are black and white. And this is true, at least to some extent. So, do all microscopes ...

Businesses in the 21st century need to make the most of email to survive and supercharge your email marketing. After all, there’s no easier way to reach hundreds or even thousands of people with comparatively little effort. But email marketing isn’t easy to get right. You might spend too much time coming up with campaigns, or have no idea how effective your marketing is. There’s a better way, and  Constant Contact  can deliver it. Let’s take a look at how this tool can supercharge your company’s email marketing. What Is Constant Contact? Constant Contact  makes email marketing simple. It starts with simple but professional templates made easier with drag and drops functionality. But that’s just the beginning—the app allows you to upload your email lists and sorts through unsubscribes and inactive accounts on its own. Depending on your plan, you’ll also enjoy the ability to automatically send messages for birthdays and similar yearly milestones. Real-time tracking tools let you see how ...

Scammers are starting to target iPhones with clever phishing attacks. Beware of popup dialogs on your phone that want you to dial a number. Tech support scams have become so rampant that numerous YouTubers spend all of their time ratting these fake companies out and wasting the time of the scammers in the process. Most of the time Windows PC users are the target, but I have seen some that try to dupe Mac users as well. Now it appears that these con artists are trying to break into the mobile scene with convincing warnings and websites targeted at iOS devices. The scammers use a phishing email to direct users to a fake Apple website. According to  Ars Technica , “The intricacy of the Phish and the formatting of the webpage could convince some users that their phone has been 'locked for illegal activity' by Apple, luring users into soon clicking to complete the call.” It appears that the scammers are trying to lure users into signing up for a fraudulent Apple “security service.” ...

Crying is a very relieving act. The feeling of salty water streaming down, staining your cheeks, and your eyes getting all puffy! It leaves you feeling lighter, calmer, and scientifically speaking, detoxified and de-stressed ! However, the act of crying is also quite peculiar, and generates some really weird sensations! That’s right, I’m talking about the running nose, caught-up throat, and the funny breathing. A runny nose You have likely noticed that every time a person cries, their nose also starts “running” or “leaking”. This is especially true when a person tries to hold back their tears. The answer to this is simple. During an emotional response, our lacrimal glands produce tears. These tears are drained out through the tears ducts, which open into our nose. Here they mix with the mucus, so our nose “runs” when we cry. When the tears are produced faster or in greater quantity than they can be drained, they spill over and stream down our face. Globus Sensation The typical feeling ...

Let me make one thing clear about this article: it enumerates not discoveries, but greatest inventions of all time. Inventions are conglomerations of different discoveries, both monumental and frivolous. As technology flourishes, older inventions become as relevant as yesterday’s newspaper. However, there happen to be some inventions that have stood the test of time and remain as indispensable as they ever were, while some that have been long forgotten completely revolutionized how we think about time and energy. These inventions didn’t just change the course of humanity but paved a completely new one out of sheer chaos. Will the bulb make it? Choosing eight inventions among millions was difficult, as there doesn’t seem to be an objective way to evaluate significance. For instance, I read an essay penned by a man in 1913 who ranked “moving pictures” 4th on his list. Granted, why should entertainment be trivialized, it is as valuable to us convenience, but surely not many people would a...

How I made my own WireGuard VPN server. WireGuard claims to be faster and more secure than OpenVPN. Some of you  may have heard about VPN protocols that let you establish a connection between your device and a server, such as OpenVPN and IPsec. But there’s a brand new shiny protocol that promises to be faster and more secure at the same time —  WireGuard . But WTF is a VPN anyway? A VPN is a virtual private network between a device in front of you and a server in a data center. If you want to hide your internet traffic from other people on your local network, you can create a tunnel between your device and a server. All your network traffic will go through this connection, and traffic is usually encrypted from one end to the other. It means that your overzealous IT department or the  Great Firewall of China  can’t block any service. And yet, it also means that the person who operates the server can see all unencrypted traffic. That’s why I  never  recommend using a free VPN service or ...

Intel may be opting to drop Hyperthreading on future Core-i7 models and leaving the feature available only on its Core-i9 series. Although this move may not greatly impact performance, it is a slight to customers that have utilized the feature over the past several generations of processors. As the launch of Intel's next generation of processors grows nearer, leaks are revealing more possible information quickly. The latest news comes from Chinese forum  Coolaler  that has been responsible for some of Intel's previous leaks. Although this information cannot be independently verified for obvious reasons, it at least seems believable. First off, the Core i9-9900K is shown to have eight cores and 16 threads that can boost up to 4.7 GHz on all cores. For two cores, the i9-9900K may reach up to 5 GHz. Additionally, it could have 16 MB of L3 cache with a TDP of 95W. As noted in Things Intel Needs to Fix ,  the TDP rating may be a worthless statistic from Intel. In translation, the fi...

NSA has yet to fix security holes that helped Snowden leaks. It would still be possible for someone to sneak out sensitive data. Edward Snowden's success in leaking NSA data was chalked up in part to the agency's own security lapses, so you'd think that the agency would have tightened up its procedures in the past five years... right? Apparently not. The NSA Inspector General's office has  published  an audit indicating that many of the Snowden-era digital security policies still haven't been addressed, at least as of the end of March 2018. It hasn't correctly implemented two-person access controls for data centers and similar rooms, doesn't properly check job duties and has computer security plans that are either unfinished or inaccurate. The audit also showed that the NSA hasn't implemented the latest federal security guidance, doesn't have a complete inventory of its IT framework and isn't gathering all the documentation it needs before it giv...

Desktops aren’t the only devices that pick up viruses. While it’s not a common occurrence, Android devices can indeed suffer from malware. If you do get a virus, you could perform a factory reset to get rid of it, but that means you’d lose all your data. Your photos saved games, text messages, and everything else will be gone if you didn’t back them up. Obviously, a factory reset should be your last option. So what can you do to remove a phone virus without a factory reset? Let’s find out. Does My Android Phone Have a Virus? Many times, when people think they have an Android virus, it’s actually something more docile. Suppose your Android phone crashes every time it starts up. Or maybe you can’t download apps from the Play Store. These are not necessarily caused by a virus. So don’t panic! Check our list of common Android problems and how to fix them. If none of those tips fix your issue, ask yourself a few questions: Did the problem start happening after you downloaded some app or ...

In today’s world, the internet is one of the most popular tools that you can use to buy goods and services. It is considered one of the most useful tools that people make use of. The internet has proved to be a very good venue that you can use for communication and with this, you can now purchase goods and services from the companies you can find on the internet today. It is also a great tool to start your own online business and make transactions. With the fast and cheap communication that the internet provides, you would definitely want to get connected to the internet to make money or make life easier for you. However, with all the advantages of the internet, there are also disadvantages. Because financial dealings are made on the internet on a daily basis, it is also considered that millions or even trillions of dollars are being exchanged on the internet every day. This spawned a new group of criminals that would do anything to steal money from you by just using the internet. Thes...

While its handsets continue to receive positive reviews, LG struggles to compete with big industry hitters such as Samsung and Apple. But with a rumored five cameras and a 90 percent screen-to-body ratio, could the upcoming V40 ThinQ be a true challenger to rival flagships? LG’s G7 ThinQ has received mostly positive reviews in the short time it's been available in the US, but we’re already looking toward the company’s next release: its flagship V40 ThinQ. According to recent reports, the handset could arrive as soon as October 5, and it will boast a set of features that may help it stand out from the pack. Korean site  ETNews  reports that the V40 ThinQ will come with five cameras in total, three on the rear and two front-facing snappers. Like the Huawei P20 Pro, the back of the device features a triple lens setup, which in this case consists of 20MP primary, 16MP wide-angle, and 13MP telephoto cameras. The dual front-facing cameras, meanwhile, will be used for 3D face recognition....

Who are most powerful politicians in the world? As we all know senior leaders of any nation perform crucial role in development, though some of those build strong rules to conduct powerful system. Every politician can’t be influential because some persons have the abilities as it isn’t easy job. We have seen every senior leader on social media and on television channels what power they have which make them most powerful within the country. This time former president of United States Mr. Barak Obama is considered one of the most influential politicians who kept secure not only its homeland even helped other countries who have been facing tensions because of terrorism owing to their poor security systems. We have assembled top ten most powerful politicians in the world by considering their efficiencies even world powers have collaborated along with. 10. Dilma Rousseff Dilma Vana Rousseff is a Brazilian economist and politician who served Brazil as the 36th President from 2011 until her a...

When you’re thinking about the best ways to upgrade your computer, you probably don’t give much thought to your mouse. All mice are the same, right? Well, not quite. It’s one of the most-used pieces of hardware with your PC. You shouldn’t be stuck with the same cheap piece of junk you’ve had for years. Replacing your mouse can help you get better at work and play, plus it can help prevent damage to your wrists and fingers. Read on to find out what you need to know before you buy a new mouse. 1. Choose a Mouse That Suits Your Needs Image Credit:  Razer For most users, the standard three-button mouse (where the scroll wheel functions as a third button) will do the job just fine. But for specific tasks, look into specially designed mice. Gaming Mice Gamers should always invest in a dedicated gaming mouse. It won’t make you a better player, but it will make your gameplay a whole lot easier. The best gaming mouse will offer ergonomic benefits, making it more comfortable for long sessions of...