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Haroon Javed

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Contributor Since September, 2023
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Linux, Windows, Apps & Web Apps
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About Haroon Javed

Haroon Javed is a tech writer at How-To Geek who loves to share his knowledge and passion for Linux, technology, programming, and everyday gadgets. He started writing about technology during his bachelor’s degree and has continued to do so ever since. 

He has been writing on a variety of Linux topics for over three years, using his knowledge to help his readers learn how to make the most of their Linux devices. He currently works as a freelancer for a number of publications, including How-To Geek, MakeTechEasier and Baeldung.

Haroon likes to explore new technologies and experiment with them to find new and innovative ways to use them. In his leisure time, he enjoys designing projects with his Raspberry Pi board to solve everyday problems. When he is not writing or tinkering, he likes to watch movies, play football or read books.

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This New Linux App Makes Android File Sharing a Breeze
Files

Quick Share!

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I Self-Host a PDF Editor to Save Money and Protect My Privacy
PDF

The Swiss Army knife for PDFs.

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locate vs. find vs. whereis: Linux Search Commands Compared
Linux & macOS Terminal

Your files are always within reach. Happy searching!

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This Is My Favorite Video Editing App for Linux
Linux

Kdenlive has everything you need in a Linux video editor.

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7 Google Tasks Tips You Need to Know
Google Keep

Master your to-do List with Google Tasks.

Linux Laptop with a terminal open.
These 10 Linux Commands Showed Me How Much Better Life Is Off Windows
Linux & macOS Terminal

Life's better off Windows—and Linux is ready to prove it.

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How to Use the AI Function in Google Sheets
Google Sheets

Smarter Sheets, Simpler Work.

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Laptop with the Linux terminal open.
Forget WinRAR: These Are the Best Native Archive Managers for Linux
Files

Happy compressing!

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Linux Laptop with a terminal open.
7 Settings I Change After Installing Ubuntu
Ubuntu

Little changes, major upgrade.

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10 Tricks You Can Do With FFmpeg on Linux
Linux & macOS Terminal

FFmpeg is way cooler than it sounds.

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How to Use PlayOnLinux to Install Windows Apps on Linux
Linux

Your gateway to Windows apps on Linux.

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Laptop with the Linux terminal open.
Have Your Linux Terminal Read to You With the espeak Command
Linux & macOS Terminal

Let your terminal start talking today!

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Example of alias running on the Linux terminal.
4 Ways to Make a File in the Linux Terminal
Linux & macOS Terminal

Happy file-making!

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6 Features That Would Make Google Keep Better
Google Keep

Add More Power to Google Keep!

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A phone above a notebook with the Google Keep logo and some sticky notes beside it.
The 8 Best Google Keep Note Features You Must Try
Google Keep

Level up your note-taking game.

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Use Android and Windows? Combine Them With These 4 Cool Tools
Android

Stop switching screens!

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5 Photoshop Alternatives for Linux
Photoshop

Edit images with ease.

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The Best Free Software to Install on Ubuntu Right After Setup
Ubuntu

Make your Ubuntu journey smoother and more enjoyable.

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Konsole Terminal open on the Kubuntu Focus Ir14 Linux laptop.
6 Tips for Using Linux Without Touching the Command Line
Linux & macOS Terminal

The terminal doesn't matter!

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A laptop with the Windows logo and the Android mascot coming out of it, with a smartphone showing some apps in the foreground.
How to View and Manage Your Android Apps on a Windows PC
Android

Managing Android apps is now simpler and more seamless than ever.

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