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I live in a dense city and work 7 miles away. Right now I use the bus and occasional rideshare, but the commute can be 45–60 minutes door to door. A used compact car would cost about $8,000, plus $150/month for insurance and $200/month for parking near my apartment. I drive to visit family twice a month and haul groceries weekly. I'm trying to compare total annual costs and time saved against the hassle of owning a car. What factors should I weigh to decide if buying a car actually makes sense or if I should stick with transit and rideshare?

I need a fix that doesn't require me to duel my alarm clock at dawn. What actually works in a week or less? Details: small budget, limited time, and I'd prefer simple over perfect. Thanks in advance.

The magnet connection is weak and keeps sliding off on my nightstand. I'm using a slim TPU case that says "MagSafe compatible" but it still misaligns. Do I need a true MagSafe ring or a bare phone for reliable charging?

I'm looking at a 20V drill/driver kit and I already own a couple 20V packs from another tool line, and Do these drills share the same battery interface or are the mounts and electronics usually proprietary? I'd like to avoid buying another charger if possible.

My partner and I have lived together for a year, and chores are starting to feel lopsided. We both work long hours, but I end up doing dishes and laundry most nights, and I'm worried I'm building quiet resentment. We have a tiny kitchen, no dishwasher, and different schedules, so batch chores get tricky. I'm anxious about sounding accusatory and really want a fair, low-drama plan. What frameworks or scripts have worked for you to divide chores when time and energy aren't equal?

I'm moving to a new city next month for a job and I don't know anyone there. I'm a bit introverted and I'm worried I'll just go home after work and isolate. I'd really like to build real friendships, not just coworker small talk. I'm not a big drinker, so bars aren't my best option, and my budget is tight for a while. I can commit a few evenings a week and weekends if there's a plan. What groups, activities, or habits actually lead to meeting people you see more than once? I'd also love some simple scripts for starting conversations without being awkward. Any advice on pacing, safety, and staying consistent would really help. Thank you in advance. For context: I'm not looking for professional advice, just everyday experiences.

I’m on an M2 MacBook and I want two 4K monitors at 60 Hz from a single USB‑C hub. One monitor is HDMI 2.0 and the other can do DisplayPort but I’d prefer HDMI for both. I’ve tried a cheap hub and only got one 4K60 and the second stuck at 30 Hz. I keep reading about Alt Mode vs DisplayLink and that macOS doesn’t do MST for dual displays. My budget is under $120 and I’d like to keep it plug‑and‑play without driver hassles if possible. Do I need a DisplayLink dock, or is there a USB‑C hub that can drive dual 4K60 over HDMI from this Mac?

Our house is older with thick walls and our router doesn't reach the backyard well, and I've seen non-Wi-Fi models with dedicated 2.4 GHz links that claim crazy range. Parents who've tried both, how's the reliability and battery life day to day, and is the video quality good enough at night?

I have a SUP and a 12V pump. I am worried about overfilling it. How do I set the PSI on the pump and know when to stop so I don’t pop a seam?

I want to plug a PS5 and a gaming PC into one TV and keep 4K/120 with HDR :) Does a certified HDMI 2.1 switch maintain VRR and ALLM or do I need a matrix?

My neighbor's dog barks most of the day when they're out, and it's starting to wear me down. I don't want to start a fight; I'd like to approach them kindly and see if we can fix it. How would you word that first conversation, and what solutions should I suggest? Quick background: I've tried a couple things already but keep getting stuck. Thanks in advance.

My knees make a little crackle on the way down, especially after sitting a while. It doesn't hurt, but it sounds like a snack bar opened under my skin. Is this just air and age, or a sign my form or mobility needs work?

I want one charger for travel that can fast-charge my phone and not cook my laptop. Any issues with heat or throttling on 65W bricks?

I'm noticing my phone drains fast when I'm out and about. If I switch to LTE, will I actually see a difference in battery life, or is it just in my head? I don't mind slightly slower speeds if it means I'm not tethered to a charger all day 🙂. (Quick background: I've tried a couple things already but keep getting stuck.)

Hey all, I adopted a rescue who acts like every meal is the last one on earth. I picked up an automatic cat feeder to keep things consistent but he's figured out that meowing at it gets my attention and I cave. I want to set a schedule with small portions throughout the day so he doesn't bolt his food and puke later. The feeder has 1/8-cup increments and a slow feed mode, but I'm not sure how to dial it in. I've tried feeding twice a day, then three times, and now I'm experimenting with 5 tiny meals. I also tested freeze-dried toppers to slow him down, but the chute jammed once and freaked him out. The bowl is shallow and he still eats fast, so I'm considering a puzzle attachment. Anyone using a programmable feeder with a glutton kitty: what portion timing worked, and how do you prevent jams and kibble bounce?

My hair is fine and prone to frizz!! I don’t want to fry it but I need smooth results. Are narrower plates better for control, or should I go 1.25–1.5 inch?

I want to learn Spanish now that I'm out of school. My attention is short after work, and big study plans fail fast. What simple daily steps should I follow for steady progress?

I'm a freelance designer and my income swings a lot month to month. Some months are great, then two lean ones show up in a row, and rent still wants to be paid on time. I'd like a simple system that doesn't require spreadsheets every day, and I prefer separate accounts only if it actually helps. I also need to set aside taxes and avoid putting emergencies on a credit card. How would you structure buckets, percentages, or buffers for this kind of cash flow? (If it matters, this is for a normal household setup, nothing fancy.)