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Working out the schedules, stops, and the rest can feel like a big job, especially if you’re new to a city or just visiting for a week. But catching a ride doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right apps, you can look up directions, work out connections, and know when the next bus is coming, all at a glance. Read This Article → How to Earn Amazon Gift Cards by Using Bing and Edge, Thanks to Microsoft Rewards Microsoft desperately wants you to use its Edge web browser and Bing search engine. In fact, Microsoft will literally pay you to use it. Microsoft pays in Amazon gift certificates, which are as good as cash if you’re a frequent Amazon shopper. Read This Article → Advertisement Download A Comprehensive Guide to Optimizing Windows 10 (a $14.95 value) FREE for a limited time Windows 10 is Microsoft's newest and most powerful Operating System but at the end of the day, it's still software. Like any other software program, it needs to be properly configured and optimized. 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