January 21, 2022

Did You Know?

The “root” in root beer is literal. The original recipes for root beer used the root of the sassafras plant to give the beverage its distinctive flavor.

As new technology emerges, cybersecurity protocols also evolve. However, there are some basic tips you should carry with you everywhere to stay better protected against cyber attacks. Here are some general rules to follow to stay safe in 2022. Read More »

An easy way to share your computer is to use a dedicated guest account. They can have their own space without access to your personal stuff. We’ll show you how to create a guest account in Windows 11. Read More »

Intel is about to announce a security issue with some of its CPUs. The company has released “critical” CPU microcode updates that fix an undisclosed severe security issue. They’re rolling out to Linux systems, and updates for Windows PCs likely aren’t far behind. Read More »

You can’t be too careful when it comes to online security. Whether you’re checking email, surfing the web, or managing important personal data, a VPN can keep everything you do hidden away from ISPs and other prying eyes online. Now imagine having access to that same powerful protection at only a fraction of the price. For a limited time, our readers can get a full year of PrivadoVPN for just $2.50 per month ($30 a year). Read More »

To move around your workbook easier, find the content you need faster, and update basic properties in one spot, the Navigation pane in Microsoft Excel is a handy tool. Let’s take a look at how you can use it. Read More »

Apple has long offered a discount for students and people who work in education, but the company did a terrible job of actually making sure you were involved in education to get it. Those days are gone, as Apple is now using Unidays for verification in the US. Read More »

Excel isn’t just a powerful tool for many business professionals; it’s a vital way to organize data, identify insights, and make decisions — but only if you know how to use it. Excel VBA Notes for Professional is brimming with comprehensive examples, screenshots, and strategic advice that can help you take your mastery of Excel to the next level. Download the free ebook here to get started!

While mirrorless cameras have advanced plenty since their introduction and dominate the market, there are still plenty of amazing DSLR cameras you shouldn’t overlook. We’ll go over some of the best options here. Read More »

Godzilla and the Titans are coming to Apple TV+ in a new show that’ll look to capitalize on the popularity of the recently-released Godzilla film. If you’re a fan of the MonsterVerse, this show will be one to keep an eye on. Read More »

Auto-framing has quickly become a standard feature on smart displays and webcams. Here’s what you need to know about the unique functionality and how it can improve your video calls. Read More »

For years (decades, if you count movies), we’ve been promised self-driving cars. You’ll get in, sit back, and let the car do all the driving while you relax or get some work done. While at CES, I took a ride in a self-driving car, and it feels like the promise is closer than ever. But still far away. Read More »

Most modern devices now include support for hardware-accelerated media decoding, which allows for more efficient compression and better quality video. The next leap in quality will come from the successor to HEVC, known as AV1. Read More »

It’s super easy to play music with your voice on Google Assistant-enabled Nest smart speakers and smart displays. But in order to link your Spotify account to the Google Assistant, you’ll need to connect it with the Google Home app first. Here’s how it’s done. Read More »

If you need to insert the cent symbol (¢) in your Microsoft Word documents, the fastest way is to use a keyboard shortcut. We’ll show you how to do that on Windows and Mac. Read More »

Have you ever wondered which music streaming service gets the most users? Well, a new report from Midia Research reveals which services have the most users, and the most popular one probably won’t surprise you at all. Read More »

Similar to how you can set a keyboard shortcut to open a folder on your Windows desktop, you can also use a keyboard shortcut to open a specific website. There are a few extra steps involved, though. Read More »

A new app named DevToys calls itself a “Swiss Army knife for developers.” Basically, it’s akin to Microsoft PowerToys but with the tools that developers need to make their lives easier in mind. Read More »

Did you hide some photos on your iPhone but you are now not sure where those photos are? It’s easy to see those hidden photos on an iPhone, and we’ll show you how. Read More »