Many people overlook this text editing application’s handiness, but it has a range of useful functions in Windows 10 and 11. For example, you can use the “Edit” tab to automatically add a time and date rather than manually writing it in the note. You can also utilize the .LOG function to automatically record the […]

These are short spikes of greater voltage coming through electrical wires and into connected devices. They most commonly occur due to faulty wiring, lightning spikes or when electricity is restored after an outage. Modern electronics are very sensitive and can be damaged by surges to the point that they break entirely. You can avoid this […]

In Windows, enter the Control Panel, and click “Network and Internet.” Then, go to the “Network and Sharing Center”, and select the network name next to “Connections.”  Choose “Wireless Properties” from “Wi-Fi Status,” and click on the “Security” tab, then hit “Show Characters.” This will promptly reveal your Wi-Fi password, which is hidden under Network […]

It’s possible to make an old computer run like new by performing a clean install of the OS. This means erasing everything on the primary OS drive and returning it back to its original factory state. This process used to be difficult, but it’s now much simpler to do and can easily be found in […]

These two terms are often used interchangeably, but they’re not quite the same thing. 2FA requires exactly two authentication types to unlock something. MFA requires a minimum of three forms of authentication. For example, in addition to a password, you might need to use a text message code and biometric data.

Public spaces such as hotels, libraries, and cafes often provide computers for customer use. However, it’s important to remember that the security of these systems may not be reliable. They might not have up-to-date operating systems or the latest antivirus software. Moreover, these computers could potentially be infected by cybercriminals with harmful viruses or malicious […]