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Excel's newest functions are flashy, but these classics are still the best

Old-school Excel functions like SUMPRODUCT, INDEX/MATCH, and IFERROR remain essential for stable, readable, and maintainable ...
How-To Geek on MSN

How to use the ISNUMBER function in Microsoft Excel

Master Excel’s most versatile logical gatekeeper to validate inputs, prevent math crashes, and automate complex spreadsheet ...
PC Magazine

I Ditched Password Generators and Made a Better One in Excel. Here's How

Because many password generators aren't as random as they seem, I built an improved one in Excel—and I'll show you exactly how you can, too. When the IBM PC was new, I served as the president of the ...
CNET

There Are Too Many Smart Home Automations. These 3 Types Are Actually Useful

Don't automate everything in your home just because you can. Here are the three types I find most rewarding. John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, ...

How Warren Buffett's 90/10 Rule Simplifies Investing for Average Investors

Warren Buffett's 90/10 investment strategy for average investors is simple to implement but requires discipline and patience ...
Investopedia

Make-or-Buy Decision Explained: How to Make Outsourcing Decisions

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...