Eric Z Goodnight
Contributing since September, 2010
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About Eric Z Goodnight
Eric Z Goodnight is an Illustrator and Stetson-wearing wild man. During the day, he manages IT and product development for screenprinted apparel manufacturing; by night he creates geek art posters, writes JavaScript, and records weekly podcasts about comics.
Latest Articles
How to Make an Icon for Windows 10 or 11 Out of Any Image
Making an icon isn't difficult, and it can add a custom flair to your PC.
10 Tips for Taking Better Christmas Photos
Christmas and holiday parties mean getting lots of family and friends together.
How to Automatically Mute New Tabs in Chrome and Firefox
Let's say you're trying to be quiet, browsing the internet at home, work, or a public space.
What Is SHAttered? SHA-1 Collision Attacks, Explained
On the first day of 2016, Mozilla terminated support for a weakening security technology called SHA-1 in the Firefox web browser.
What Is JavaScript, and Why Is Gmail Blocking It?
You might have seen a notification that things are changing in your inbox.
Stupid Geek Tricks: How to Turn Images and Photos Into Sound Files
There may be no point to it… it must be a stupid geek trick! Here’s how you can convert some of your images into sound files and hear what your photographs are secretly saying to you.
What Is a Histogram, and How Can I Use It to Improve My Photos?
What's with that weird graph with all the peaks and valleys? You've seen it when you open Photoshop or go to edit a camera raw file.
The Best and Worst Ways to Send a Resume
With so many people looking for jobs, the slightest edge in your resume presentation has potential to make or break your chances. But not all filetype
How Photography Works: Cameras, Lenses, and More Explained
Confused by that digital SLR you have, and all the photography jargon that goes along with it? Take a look at some photography basics, learn how your camera works, and how that can help you take better pictures.
How Film-Based Cameras Work, Explained
We’ve become reliant on digital cameras since they are so easy to use.
What Are Mirrorless Cameras, and Are They Better than Normal DSLRs?
Recently, popular photographer Trey Ratcliff said he’s done buying DSLR cameras because mirrorless cameras are the future.
Do You Really Need to Buy Expensive Cables?
You might laugh at the high retail prices for "premium" cables at big box retail stores.
Why Does Photo Paper Improve Print Quality?
So you've shelled out the money for a fancy inkjet photo printer, only you're not impressed with the images you're getting out of your standard office
Everything You Know About Image Resolution Is Probably Wrong
"Resolution" is a term people often throw around---sometimes incorrectly---when talking about images.
Your Computer Doesn't Care If You Lose Everything: Back It Up Right Now
The thing about catastrophic data loss is that it's difficult to picture it happening to you.
What Is HDR Photography, and How Can I Use It?
You might have heard the enigmatic acronym “HDR” in reference to photography, or even seen it as a feature on your smartphone.
What is Encryption, and Why Are People Afraid of It?
With recent acts of terrorism in Paris and Lebanon, news media and government have been using the word "encryption" as if it's somehow to blame.
How to Own Your Own Website (Even If You Can't Build One) Pt 1
You've probably put up plenty of pages and accounts on various services and blogs.
Stop Believing TV's Lies: The Real Truth About "Enhancing" Images
You’ve seen it over and over. The FBI uses their advanced technology to “enhance” a blurry image, and find a villain's face in the worst possible foot