What Is Plex and How Does It Work? The days of cheap streaming are long gone. Services like Netflix are prohibitively expensive and offer much smaller libraries than they did just a few years ago. A personal collection of DVDs and Blu-Ray discs can alleviate this problem, but if you want to stream the media you own, you need a […]
Read more6 Best Free Email Accounts, Ranked Need an email account and don’t want to pay for it? Sometimes “free” means great features, less hassle, and exactly what you need without the fluff. Here are six free email services to check out, ranked from best to still great. Views: 8 (more…)
Read moreAre Mechanical Hard Drives Really Obsolete? Fondly referred to as “spinning rust” among some computer nerds, mechanical hard drives seem almost quaint compared to hyper-fast SSDs. Yet, the idea that mechanical hard drives are ready for the trash pile may be more than a little premature. Views: 8 (more…)
Read moreWhat is File Versioning, and Do You Need It? File versioning can be a lifesaver if you make a change to an important file that you later come to regret. The feature isn’t supported in every application or service out of the box, but there are a few steps you can take on Windows and Mac to safeguard your files. […]
Read moreWhat’s the Difference Between Laptops and Chromebooks? Before anyone gets upset, let me clarify: a Chromebook is a laptop. By definition, a laptop is a portable computer. So, whether it runs Windows OS, macOS, or Chrome OS, it’s a laptop. However, there are some unique differences between Chromebooks and other laptops. Views: 12 (more…)
Read moreWhy Is My Phone Charger Hot, and Should I Worry? If you’ve ever noticed that your iPhone or Android phone charger is warm or hot to the touch after using it, you may be wondering why this is happening and if it’s something to worry about. Here’s what you need to know. Views: 1 (more…)
Read moreWhat is Data Roaming? You may have heard the phrase, but what is data roaming exactly? Do you need it, and how can you disable it? This guide will explain everything. Views: 0 (more…)
Read moreHow Many Websites Are on the Internet? To say the internet is “big” would be a massive understatement. It’s become the central place where an incredible amount of activity occurs. Most of that activity is happening on websites, so just how many are there? Views: 19 (more…)
Read moreWhat Is USB-C? An Explainer | PCMag With so many devices now featuring the interface, it’s clear that the USB-C connector is here to stay. One day, it’ll even show up on the Apple iPhone. Here’s why that’s a good thing—even if not every USB-C port is created equal. Views: 2 (more…)
Read moreWhat Is Keyboard Ghosting (And How to Stop It) Having trouble with multiple key presses not being registered? It could be keyboard ghosting. This guide will explain everything you need to know (and how to fix the problem). Views: 0 (more…)
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