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How I am turning my blog into a successful business, and you can do it too!

Just like any other new blogger, I started my journey in 2009 registering for a Google Blogspot service and then waiting for the money to flow in, by doing nothing.

I started following other blogs which covered the guides and tutorials to setup a blogspot and do customizations by tweaking some codes in the default template. I was following these websites very closely. At this point, it was only because I wanted to learn website designing and how things work on the internet. It was a childish attempt to become new ‘Mark Zuckerberg,’ Overnight.

One day, I came across a post that explained how you can earn money online by blogger. This is something that got my attention — that post right there was explaining, how I could earn hundreds of dollars every month by simply writing about something I love.

I choose my topic which I think I still belong at — Hacking, Technology, Gadgets, and Piracy. I was able to assemble a Desktop PC from scratch at the age of 13 and started learning basics of hacking websites online when I was in Class 10th, all by myself. It all helped me figure out the right niche I had to choose. So, I Wrote few topics and tutorials, most I could do is post 1 or 2 articles every other day – mainly because I had to attend school and be good at evening tuition.

I read so many success stories on the internet that had me thinking, earning money online is easier than working for someone else. You just have to setup a website, and write some posts — and money will come seeping in. Damn, I was wrong!

Nothing went as expected. I made several mistakes that taught me few things, the hard way. First my blog wasn’t getting any traffic, I had no idea how to get exposure to the content I was posting on the blog. I was simply posting the articles, thinking it will get traffic automatically from Google. Second, I wasn’t monetizing my content. Yes, I was fool enough to think that money will magically appear in my dad’s account (I didn’t posses a personal bank account at that time) if I keep posting content. I didn’t quite understood the AdSense service was required to monetize the blog which was mentioned by the website that I referred to earlier. All I figured out was I had to post content on my website and it will be all magical after that. This is when I learned how to implement Google Adsense on my blog and started using it on my website.

Despite the fact that I failed several times in my endeavor to run a successful Tech blog, I enjoyed it quite well. The most interesting part was managing the web server and learning how to get along with the code — this is something I still enjoy. For starters, I quickly learned my way through HTML, PHP, CSS and some basic Javascripting. I was so indulged in learning all these new things, I totally neglected my studies and focused on anything that had word “computer”, “gadgets” or “Technology.”

By the time I realized the truth, I failed in 12th, sucked at maths and physics (I used to get 90% or above in PCM and Computer) and lost respect among family members. Failing class 12 was a surprise for most who knew me at that time, as I secured my position in top 10 students of my class by scoring 90% in 10th (CBSE). This was the turning point, I started getting worse at other subjects but surprisingly, I was excelling in Computer.

Just like any other middle-Class family in India (it gets worse if you are from Bihar or other smaller cities), I had to listen to my family members and focus on my studies. I had a hard time explaining what I was trying to do, and how someone could earn money online (none of my family member had good knowledge of computer and internet services at that time). I couldn’t spend time on the computer and focus on the work — which resulted in dropping off digitfreak.

Well, I managed to get 74% in the 12th exam, still clueless about most of the parts that I learned. I choose a private college to pursue Computer Science (There was another tragic event that took place while opting for college, let’s keep it for some upcoming posts). I resumed posting contents on the website once I got into the college, but I couldn’t find the time to work on it. There were so many activities that kept me occupied – studies, the harsh time period before fresher’s party (ragging), projects, events, 8 internals and 2-semester examinations every year; excluding the class tests. To make my blog look more active, I attempted a sin — copied contents from different sources using WordPress plugin and RSS. Copying others work is so much easier, and the best part – it was all automated. But that’s where the fun ends. I received several emails from the owner of those contents who threatened me to take legal actions against me.

Fast forward few years, I filtered and deleted most of the content (please point me if there are any left behind) that I copied from other sources – 3,25,539 to be exact, and decided to devote my time in an attempt to turn this blog into a dedicated online Tech Magazine. There are so many details that I want to share here, but I don’t want to make this post big enough to be passed down before reading it to the end. You must be bored, listening to all these personal information. I will share the snippet of these stories in the following series that will be posted from now on.

So why I am spilling all these information right out of nowhere?

Well, I decided to share my journey from now on with other startup websites and bloggers who are seeking a detailed information. I want to help others who has same vision like me, and are looking for an opportunity to do something that matters rather than sitting inside a square cabin working for someone else.

I will be posting SEO tips and Marketing strategy for new bloggers that has proved to be working for us and probably it will work for others as well.

The strategy that I have implemented on my website right now is showing great results.

That’s right you’ve read it correct, it’s – 4,328,580 or, 4.33 Million or, 43 lakh requests last month. That’s the result of 1 month of dedicated work, with hard working teammates and efficient team management.

I am not here to share success stories but a path that others can follow with me. Together, we can find the secrets of running a successful website and earn some substantial cash along the way.

I will begin with blogger and SEO tips, followed by WordPress SEO optimizations and guide to learn how you can make your blog stand out from others. Subscribe to our newsletter, just enter your name and email ID (no registrations required) to receive our email notification whenever I post a new article on the website.

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July 3, 2015
[How To] group icons of “This PC” as drives and removable storage in Windows 8.1 Update 1
Microsoft introduced the new update which brings back the start button, removed drag and drop windows to close app and added minimize and close button for such operation, shut down and restart button is finally at the right place and windows now boots directly to desktop by default — and there are many other bug fixes and features that has now the potential to makes the modern UI a success for Desktop environment.

Everything was perfect, but Microsoft managed to piss off their users once again by introducing a new File Manager — which is called “This PC” by default, instead of “My Computer” or “Computer” – if that wasn’t enough, they decided not to offer users to sort their hard disk drives and removable devices separately like they used to do it in previous Operating System.

Windows users are so much attached to the traditional way to interact with their PCs, but when Microsoft tries to move their couch, it tends to piss off some of them because not everyone likes someone else making changes to the way they interact with things in their life. But, fret not! You can have your old Explorer back by following some simple steps.

A developer designed a set of tweaks that can bring back the old File Manager back in the game, which has tweakable settings. Tihiy at msfn designed a software that uses Windows 8 and Windows 7 Shell Extension, that can undo “improvements” to file browsing made in newer Windows version.

Have a look at the before and after effect:

Before

After

Instructions:
- Download OldNewExplorer.
- Extract the files, and double click on OldNewExplorerCfg.exe.
- A new window will pop up with the following options. You can select the options as shown in the image below (recommended), or if you wish you can add some other features according to your preference.
- Click on Install and close the window.
- Restart the Explorer.exe or reboot computer to apply changes.
- Done.
April 5, 2014
If you are a Food Junkie, Then Get a K-Glass!

Been too long since updated you guys. Latest news in technological developments shows us that the computing can’t only be used for studies. Another wearable computer that will sure take the lead. Foodies can now check out a restaurant’s menu only by looking at the signboard with this glass.

Imagine that. K-glass is the new stuff on the market. THe head mounted Display (HMD) has been developed by scientists in korea. Consider this example: – You are walking by a restaurant and if by chance you are wearing your k-glass then you just need to look at the signboard and you will see the day’s menu on the screen in 3D form popping up. But if thats now enough then you can also see the number of Tables available.

To build this a completely new type of processor has been employed which is now quite used. It runs on an In-built Augmented Reality(AR) processor. Unlike the virtual reality processors, it actually incorporates the digital data generated by the computer into the real-time environment of a user.

In simple terms the computer in the glass takes up raw data sound, video, graphics or GPS data along with everything else digital like wifi etc, and manipulates that to turn the user’s real world interactive and live. Imagine the Iron man’s 3d computer used by Tony stark. Only in this case only you will be able to see the actual layout.

When all this is just to be done for you then one can assume that it will sure as hell need to be efficient and if that condition is true then it must be Energy Efficient with great battery life.

In the words of Professor Hoi-Jun Yoo –

” Our processor can work for long hours without sacrificing K-Glass’s high performance, an ideal mobile gadget or wearable computer, which users can wear for almost the whole day.

HMDs will become the next mobile device, eventually taking over smartphones. Their markets have been growing fast, and it’s really a matter of time before mobile users will eventually embrace an optical see-through HMD as part of their daily use. Through augmented reality, we will have richer, deeper, and more powerful reality in all aspects of our life from education, business, and entertainment to art and culture.”

Check out this tech also on Youtube through this video :-

February 27, 2014
The Year Is Ending: Is Your Computer Ready?

Another year is coming to a close, and as we get closer to the ball dropping and flipping the calendar page to 2014, think about getting your computer in working shape and ready to start fresh with the New Year.
Taking time to clean up your computer now and taking care of a few important issues will actually save you time down the road, especially if things go wrong.

While no one wants to think about the possibility of their computer crashing and losing all of their data, the fact is, it happens, thanks to viruses, overloaded hard drives and other issues. Even if you don’t lose your data, failing to keep your computer up to date and clean increases the likelihood you’ll fall victim to a cybercrime, and have to spend a great deal of time and money fixing the damage.

That being said, you can prevent some of the most significant computer problems by planning ahead and taking time at the end of the year to perform a few simple tasks.

Changing Passwords
Security experts recommend changing your passwords, particularly those for high stakes accounts like your bank, every 60 to 90 days. The reality is few people actually do make the changes unless prompted to — and that presents a security risk, especially if you use the same password for all of your accounts like so many people do. When a cybercriminal accesses one password, he or she may try those credentials in a number of places and stumble upon a great deal of information. So at the end of the year, change all of your login credentials, taking care to make the passwords challenging and unique. If you have trouble remembering the passwords, invest in password management software to keep them safe.

Manage Security Protection
It’s Dec. 31 – do you know where your antivirus protection is? Check your protection on a regular basis to ensure you have the latest virus definitions and your automatic updates are occurring properly. Check the expiration date of your virus protection to determine how much time is left; if you’re close to running out of time, update it now so you don’t have any gaps in your protection.

In addition to updating your virus protection, install any updates to your operating system or add-ons that you’ve been putting off. Doing so will repair any vulnerabilities in your system that can be easily exploited by criminals. Also, double-check your firewall protection and your wireless Internet connections. If your wireless router is not password-protected, make that a priority; if your connection is already locked, change the password to thwart hackers.

Run a Backup
Losing your data can be devastating. While the best hard drive data recovery software will most likely recover your files if your computer crashes, running regular backups of your machine doubly ensures you won’t lose any of your precious files, photos or other data, and your recovery will be quick and relatively painless.

Before you back up your files, delete unnecessary “stuff” from your hard drive. Do you need to keep every single photo from your daughter’s dance recital — even those that are blurry or where her eyes are closed? Deleting the files you no longer need and moving those files that are important, but using cloud storage or a removable disk will keep everything organized and can improve your machine’s performance.

Develop a Recovery Plan
The best way to avoid losing your mind if something goes wrong is to have a recovery plan in place. A computer crash can be devastating — and if you have to purchase a new computer or hard drive, not having all of your data can make the transition frustrating, not to mention disheartening when you realize everything is gone forever. That’s why it’s important to run regular backups, and know where to go for help should things go awry. Research your recovery options, watch a video tutorial and reviews for recovery services and know exactly who to contact before you have a problem. Having that information easily accessible will help get you back up and running as soon as possible.

Getting your computer ready for a fresh start in the New Year takes a few hours, but the rewards are great. Not only will you be secure in the knowledge your machine is protected and running as well as possible, you’ll also have the peace of mind of knowing you won’t be left high and dry — should something go wrong.

November 26, 2013
[How To] Change Startup Programs in Windows 7
With the release of Windows 7, Microsoft has made many changes to the Windows operating system. How to make specific programs start as your computer starts and loads Windows 7 is similar to how it was done with previous versions of the Windows operating system. Startup programs are saved in a specific folder on the hard drive. When the operating system loads, links listed in this folder start their respective applications. Changing settings for current startup applications is accomplished through the system configuration tool.

Instructions:

1. Click the Windows “Start” button and type “msconfig” in the Search text box at the bottom of the menu. This opens the System Configuration console.

2. Click the “Startup” tab. This allows you to see the programs installed as startup options on your computer.

3. Check the boxes of the applications you want to start when your computer starts. For programs you no longer want to start when the computer starts, remove the check from the program’s corresponding check box.

4. Click “Apply” and choose “OK.” A popup window will ask if you want to reboot the computer or exit without rebooting. Click “Restart” to reboot the computer and save the changes. Choose “Exit Without Rebooting” to exit the console and have the changes take effect the next time you start your computer.

References:
- Windows Seven Forums: How to Change the Startup Programs in Windows 7
- Microsoft: Removing Startup Programs in Windows 7
November 30, 2011