As we’ve mentioned many times (because it’s that important), if you use public Wi-Fi, you need a VPN to protect your privacy. However, what about a VPN for your private home network? Virtually all private home networks are wireless, so you’re still using a Wi-Fi connection, albeit a (hopefully) password-protected one. A VPN can make […]

A number of services require account verification through email or other methods. Regrettably, this process is often misused by fraudsters, as seen in a notorious series of phishing emails pretending to be from Amazon. It is crucial to scrutinize every email you receive. Red flags that may indicate a scam include typographical errors, unusually long […]

There’s a sea of high-end routers and network adapters, capable of absurdly fast connection speeds for dozens of devices at once. The signals traverse much farther than your average router and they’re loaded with advanced customization options. None of which makes any difference if your ISP’s data plan can’t take advantage of it. If you […]

Mechanical keyboards are not a new technology; they actually preceded the more modern membrane keyboards. Because membrane keyboards are so much less expensive to make than the mechanical type, they dominated the market for a long time. However, the mechanical keyboard has made a comeback because, in some important ways, it’s superior.

Your hands are all over your mouse and keyboard. Consequently, these peripherals tend to be loaded with bacteria that collect over time. Some of it can be harmful and could potentially cause illness to you and anyone else who ever uses your devices. Perhaps the easiest method to clean your peripherals (and anything else you […]

All backlit screens emit blue light. While this makes them easy to see in a dark room, over-exposure can lead to eye strain. Looking at a screen right before bed can also harm your sleep patterns because the brain treats blue light as sunlight, telling your body it’s time to wake up instead of sleep. […]