A guide by pirieca, originally published on Reddit. So you’ve woken up, opened your wardrobe, and decided it’s not where you want it to be. This guide is designed to help you through the murky and quite daunting task of a wardrobe overhaul. It’s important to understand that this guide is evolutionary, not revolutionary – …
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Somehow the number of people wearing watches seems to be declining steadily. The main reason for that is probably that everybody has a mobile phone which basically provides the same info a watch would while also being able to do so much more. So why bother? Why should you wear a watch while your mobile …
There’s a certain point in life when every single one of us has so many commitments, tasks and responsibilities that you can’t possibly remember them all. In the past smart people carried a little notebook and a pen around to keep track of everything that’s on their mind and all the things they had to …
What is KeePass? KeePass is a digital password manager. It’s basically a software that can open .kdbx (KeePass Database) files in which all of your password are stored. You can move that file like any other file on your computer. A feature that will come in very handy. But a password manager would be pretty …
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Last week I started my introductory series on the basics of cooking here on Basic and Simple. But the magic of fine dining does not only happen in the kitchen. When the evening gets late, the table is cleared and the wine is done for, the digestif becomes the center of attention. And with it, …
Episode 1: The mise en place Whenever I start cooking, the frantic search through every cupboard begins. It’s a hunt for every available small bowl, for platters and cups. One might think I am trying to accommodate a middle sized house party and my regular dishes are not enough so I have to make do …
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From time to time every single one of us guys has to wear a tie. Whatever the occasion may be, at some point we have to face a difficult task that is often associated with blood, sweat and tears. We have to tie a tie. This single image might be the end of your despair. …
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re sitting in front of a computer screen. You probably know that staring at a screen for a long time isn’t exactly good for your eyes and that’s where f.lux comes into the equation. Ever notice how people texting at night have that eerie blue glow? Or wake up …