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PSA: Force Windows Phone 7.5 Mango to update, right now

PSA: Force Windows Phone 7.5 Mango to update, right now : Windows Phone 7.5 has officially landed , but unless you're among a fortunate few , Redmond's tropical getaway might seem like only a twinkle on the horizon. In a wild turn of events, we've now stumbled across (and confirmed) a method that promises instant Mango gratification, and if you're so inclined, we hope you'll find similar luck. Here's the gist: something very special happens when you run the update and then promptly disable your internet connection -- about one second seems to do the trick. We first checked for Mango and kept WiFi enabled; the Zune software dutifully reported that our phone was up-to-date. Then, we executed the process and disconnected the internet... and wouldn't you know it, the update presented itself. Now, we're happily frolicking through Microsoft's latest delights on our Focus. If you're willing to try your luck, you'll find a full list of instructions...

NetbootCD Installs and Updates Multiple Linux Distros on One Disc [Linux Downloads]

NetbootCD Installs and Updates Multiple Linux Distros on One Disc [Linux Downloads] : Linux fans, do you burn CDs for multiple distros and have to update those CDs when a new version comes out? As long as you have access to a wired internet connection you can download the latest versions of 7 distros directly from the disc. More »

How to Fix Windows 8 Apps Not Launching [Windows 8]

How to Fix Windows 8 Apps Not Launching [Windows 8] : Many people trying out the Windows 8 Developer Preview are noting that they cannot open some of the Metro style full-screen immersive apps when clicking on that app's tile in the start screen. This comes from having a screen resolution set below the minimum 1024x768 for Windows 8. More »

How Can I Watch (Almost) Any Live Sports Game Online? [Video]

How Can I Watch (Almost) Any Live Sports Game Online? [Video] : Dear Lifehacker, I'm trying to ditch cable but the one thing holding me back is sports. If I want to watch live games my options seem pretty limited. Am I out of luck or am I missing something here? Where, or how, can I watch pretty much any sports game online? More »