Nemo is a great free utility for Windows and Linux that can help you keep track of files (even Google Docs files) based on when you last used them, which can save time and frustration for anyone with ...

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Is your computer cluttered with clips of the kids, videos of your cat, and other miscellaneous slices of life? Learn how to organize and archive those files like the pros with these best practices.

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I got a wonderful suggestion via Twitter (from @PurpleArti) asking for an article on how I organize my music. It's actually a craft, and many people don't have the patience for it. It takes time and ...