How to Increase Your MacBook’s Storage
Solid-state drives are fast but expensive. And high-capacity SSDs are very expensive, which is why many of us opt for the bare minimum when we purchase a MacBook. But here’s how you can add more storage....
What Is TDP for CPUs and GPUs?
You often see TDP measurements on specification sheets, and it’s important info for people with desktop PCs. But TDP definitions are like opinions—everybody’s got one. Let’s cut through the confusion and t...
How to Quickly Search Google Drive
If you haven’t gotten around to organizing your Google Drive and need to find something in a hurry, you might have difficulty finding a particular file. Here’s how to quickly search Google Drive....
How to Use the chgrp Command on Linux
The chgrp command on Linux changes the group ownership of a file or directory. Why use it instead of chown ? Sometimes a Swiss Army knife is great, but when you really need a scalpel, only a scalpel will do....
Could Your Bluetooth Devices Be Hacked in 2019?
Bluetooth is everywhere, and so are its security flaws. But how great is the risk? How concerned should you be about Bluejacking, Bluesnarfing, or Bluebugging? Here’s what you need to know to protect your devices....
Can You Get Multiple User Accounts on an iPad?
Apple’s iPads only support multiple user accounts in a special education mode intended for schools. iPads are a single-user device—more like an iPhone than a Mac. However, you can share an iPad more easily with th...
How to Enable a Play/Pause Button on Chrome’s Toolbar
Which tab is playing sound? With Chrome’s new Play/Pause button, you don’t have to hunt it down. You can control playback from any browser tab using a convenient button on Chrome’s toolbar....
The Best New Features in iOS 13
Hot on the heels of the iPhone event, Apple is taking the final steps before releasing iOS 13 to the public. It comes with a new dark mode, improvements in stock apps, better privacy controls, and much more....
What Does “TFW” Mean, and How Do You Use It?
TFW is an internet acronym that you’ll usually find on social networking sites and in memes all over the web. But what does TFW mean, where did the acronym come from, and how do you use it?
What Does “NSFW” Mean, and How Do You Use It?
NSFW is an odd, versatile internet acronym that’s found its way into internet articles and social media posts. But what does NSFW mean, where’d it come from, and how do you use it? Don’t worry—this art...
How to Permanently Uninstall Microsoft Teams on Windows 10
If Microsoft Teams keeps reinstalling itself on your Windows PC and launching itself at boot, there’s a solution. You can’t just uninstall Microsoft Teams the usual way: You have to uninstall it twice....
Six Common Smarthome Mistakes Beginners Make
Smarthomes are becoming more common with each passing year, and smart devices are finally accessible enough for the average person. But creating your smarthome isn’t something you should go into without planning. Withou...
What Can I Do with My Old iPhone?
Your old iPhone doesn’t become useless as soon as you get a new one. Don’t just throw it in a drawer—you can sell it, recycle it, or turn it into something cool!
Free Download: Microsoft’s PowerToys for Windows 10
Microsoft promised Windows 10 was getting PowerToys, and they’re finally here! The first preview release includes a Windows key shortcut overlay and a desktop window manager that will let you go beyond simple 2×2 s...
How to Overclock Your Computer’s RAM
RAM often comes from the factory with a lower speed than the silicon is capable of. With a few minutes in your BIOS and a bit of testing, you can get your memory to run faster than the manufacturer’s specifications....
What’s New in Chrome 77, Arriving Today
Chrome 77 hits the stable channel on September 10, bringing easy customization to Chrome. Forget downloading themes: You can apply your favorite colors to Chrome’s browser toolbars with a few clicks from the New Tab pag...
How to Use Pipes on Linux
Use Linux pipes to choreograph how command-line utilities collaborate. Simplify complex processes and boost your productivity by harnessing a collection of standalone commands and turning them into a single-minded team. We sh...
Why Does USB Have to Be So Complicated?
The new USB specification has been finalized. Soon you can upgrade from USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 to USB4 Gen 3×2. Just don’t use USB4 Gen 2×2—that’s not any faster than the previous generation. Confuse...
What Should You Do If You Receive a Phishing Email?
If you receive a phishing email, it can be a bit scary. Fortunately, nothing infects your computer if you don’t click any links or respond. Here’s what to do (and what not to do) if you receive a phishing email....
Why Do You Have to Log In to Your Home PC, Anyway?
Every time you turn on your computer, you have to choose a user account and sign in. That’s true on Windows, macOS, Linux, and even Chrome OS. Here’s why this is necessary for PCs but not iPhones, iPads, and Andro...
The Best New Features in Android 10, Available Now
After beta testing the latest version of Android for several months, Google has officially released Android 10. Although most of the changes to the operating system are under the hood, there are several user-facing changes yo...
How to Use the chown Command on Linux
Files and directories in Linux systems all belong to someone. You can change their ownership with the chown command. We show you how.
What’s New in Windows 10’s 20H1 Update, Arriving Spring 2020
Microsoft is already working on Windows 10’s 20H1 update. Expected sometime around April 2020, this will likely be Windows 10 version 2003. It’s much bigger than the upcoming 19H2 update but still feels like a col...
How to Set Up a Child’s Smart Bedroom
You may have set up your own smart bedroom, but what about your children? Kids have different needs, so you’ll want to take a different approach. With the right devices, you can give them a smart bedroom that benefits e...
What Does “FOMO” Mean, and How Do You Use It?
FOMO is one of the few internet acronyms that has wiggled its way into psychology papers, the evening news, and every college counseling office in America. But what does FOMO mean, where’d it come from, and how do you u...
