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Kitchen

When a Mandoline Is Worth Using

A mandoline is useful when consistent thickness matters more than the flexibility of a knife. It can turn potatoes, onions, cucumbers, and similar produce into very even slices quickly, which helps pieces cook or pickle at the same rate.

The tradeoff is an exposed, extremely sharp blade. The hand guard is not optional decoration; use it, or use a cut-resistant glove designed for food preparation. The tool saves time only when it is used with enough respect for the blade.

Automotive

Why Windshield Wipers Start Chattering

A wiper blade that is hardened, dirty, misaligned, or moving across a contaminated windshield can grab and release instead of sliding smoothly.

Try cleaning both the windshield and wiper blade to see if it improves. If not, replace the wiper blade.

Travel

Why a Travel Router Can Be Useful in a Hotel

A travel router can connect once to hotel networking and then provide your own familiar Wi-Fi network to several devices.

Technology

Why Some Devices Offer an 80 Percent Charge Limit

Holding a lithium-ion battery at its highest state of charge for long periods can increase long-term stress. A lower limit reduces time spent near that upper voltage.