What Are Bangs in DuckDuckGo?
What Are Bangs in DuckDuckGo? Whether you’ve been using DuckDuckGo for a while or are completely new to it, you might wonder what bangs are. Here’s everything you need to know. Views: 0 (more…)
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Wi-Fi Extender vs. Booster vs. Repeater: What’s the Difference?
Wi-Fi Extender vs. Booster vs. Repeater: What’s the Difference? You’ve probably seen the terms Wi-Fi extender, booster, and repeater all over the place. These devices all improve your Wi-Fi’s range, but they work a little differently. Here’s what you need to know. Views: 0 (more…)
Read moreWhat Is Two-Factor Authentication, and Why Do I Need It?
What Is Two-Factor Authentication, and Why Do I Need It? More and more banks, credit card companies, and even social media networks and gaming sites are starting to use two-factor authentication. If you’re a little unclear on what it is or on why you’d want to start using it, read on to learn how two-factor authentication can keep your data […]
Read moreHow Does Auto Brightness Work on a Phone or Laptop?
How Does Auto Brightness Work on a Phone or Laptop? It’s no mystery that smartphones and computers are pretty, well, smart. They’ve got tons of high-tech stuff going on under the surface to improve your experience. One of those things is auto-brightness. How does that work? Views: 2 (more…)
Read moreWhy Do People Want Stock Android on Their Phones?
Why Do People Want Stock Android on Their Phones? You’ve seen people wax lyrical about “stock” Android online, but you’re not entirely sure what that means. The short answer is that it’s “pure” Android straight from Google, but that doesn’t explain why so many hardcore Android fans love it. Views: 1 (more…)
Read moreWhy the Future Is Passwordless (and How to Get Started)
Why the Future Is Passwordless (and How to Get Started) Tired of remembering or managing long lists of passwords? Good news: the future is passwordless. You might even be able to go passwordless (or near-enough) for some services you already use right now. Views: 0 (more…)
Read moreWhat Is Spam, and Why Do We Call It That?
What Is Spam, and Why Do We Call It That? Thanks to the internet, spam isn’t just a type of canned meat product. We all deal with spam at some point or another—but what is it, exactly, and why do we call it that? We explore the history and rationale behind the term. Views: 0 (more…)
Read moreWhat Are Alexa Hunches, and How Do You Use Them?
What Are Alexa Hunches, and How Do You Use Them? Alexa Hunches allow Alexa to perform tasks such as turning off your living room lights when you head to bed–with your permission. Alexa keeps track of your habits, routines, and requests to perform these actions on hunches. Views: 0 (more…)
Read moreWhat Is Car Key on Android, and How Does It Work?
What Is Car Key on Android, and How Does It Work? Android phones do a lot more than make phone calls. They’re cameras, GPS navigators, credit cards, and so much more. What if it could also be the key to your car? That’s exactly what Android 12’s “Car Key” feature does. Views: 0 (more…)
Read moreWhat Are the Drawbacks of Switching to Linux?
What Are the Drawbacks of Switching to Linux? Linux evangelists (like myself) are quick to point out the many benefits of switching over from Windows and macOS. But no operating system is perfect, and many have gone Linux and gone back. So what’s the catch? Views: 0 (more…)
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