What Does “FML” Mean, and How Do You Use It?
Have you ever seen someone post about a wildly unlucky situation, followed by the letters “FML?” Here’s what that initialism means and how you can use it in your next frustrating moment.
How to Turn Your iPad Into a Drawing Tablet
The iPad is great for drawing when paired with a stylus like the Apple Pencil, but the best software for artists is usually found on the desktop. That’s where the iPad’s abilities as a graphics tablet come in, allowing you to…
The Best Android Camera Phones of 2023
Looking to up your photo game? A new, camera-focused smartphone will do wonders for your social media pictures. These are the best Android camera phones that will make sunsets sparkle, food look irresistible, and nighttime la…
How to Downgrade from Windows 11 to Windows 10
If you’ve upgraded your PC to Windows 11 and want to go back to Windows 10, there are several ways to do it. Here’s what you need to know about switching from the new Windows 11 to stable old Windows 10….
Is It Safe to Sell My Old Modem or Router?
If you have an old router lying around that you no longer need, you might be tempted to sell it or give it away. Fortunately, your old router is unlikely to give away any revealing information about you, but it’s a good idea …
The Best NAS (Network Attached Storage) Devices of 2023
NAS (network-attached storage) devices can keep all of your files backed up, secure, and accessible from anywhere around the world. Hook up the right NAS to your router, and you’ll have everything from a centralized backup to…
3 Fun Linux Tools to Run on Windows 10 With WSL
We’ve shown you how to install a Linux terminal in Windows 10 with the Windows Subsystem for Linux. But now that you’ve got this command-line interface (CLI) what are you going to do with it? Here are some fun ideas beyond th…
The Fastest Way to Open Your Camera on Android
A smartphone makes it easy to snap photos in your daily life. However, some of those moments are fleeting. We’ll show you the fastest way to launch the camera on your Android phone. Never miss a shot again….
How to Watch the Coke Zero Sugar 400 Live Online
NASCAR’s return to fan-filled events revs up with the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Florida’s Daytona International Speedway. The August 28, 2021 race, going live at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, will once again be the finale of NASCAR’s re…
The Best Chromebooks of 2023
Today’s Chromebooks rival Windows PCs and Macs in functionality and quality. These “glorified web browsers” running Chrome OS are capable of everything you need for school or work, editing photos, and can even run Android an…
How to Right-Click
You might have seen “right-click” mentioned while reading how-to instructions. But what does it mean? In some cases, it’s more than just clicking your right mouse button. We’ll show you how to right-click on several different…
6 Tips for Taking Better Selfies
Selfies are a fun form of photographic expression. Modern smartphones have ditched the shabby front-facing potato cameras of yore in favor of 12 megapixel depth-sensing arrays with Night Mode and simulated studio lighting….
Why You Should Use Proton Instead of the Steam Linux Runtime
When you use Steam’s compatibility features to run games on a Linux PC, you may have the option to run it with one of two utilities: Proton and Steam Linux Runtime. Between the two, you should probably choose Proton. Here’s w…
How to Hide Apps on Android
Everyone has apps they may not want other people to know they use. That’s why many Android home screen launchers allow you to hide apps. We’ll show you how to set it up so you can keep prying eyes away….
How to Play Microsoft Adventure, the World’s First IBM PC Game
40 years ago, IBM published the world’s first commercial IBM PC game, Microsoft Adventure. As a port of a mainframe classic that spawned the adventure game genre (and Microsoft’s first published game), its release represents …
What Does “IYKYK” Mean, and How Do You Use It?
If you’re not in the know about the newest internet acronyms, you may not have heard of “IYKYK.” Read on to find out what this elusive term is and how to use it.
5 Websites Every PC Gamer Should Bookmark
Sure, there are lots of PC game stores online. But there’s more to PC gaming than buying games—unless you’re playing the metagame of accumulating games in Steam sales and never playing them. Here are five sites every PC gam…
Why Windows 11’s Best Feature Is New Emoji (Seriously)
Windows 10’s emoji look strange. That’s no surprise because they were designed for Windows 8—and they haven’t aged well. Windows 11 completely replaces every single emoji in Windows, getting rid of that flat design language…
Windows 11’s Tiny Context Menu Buttons Will Confuse People
Overall, Windows 11 is a polished new version of Windows. But it has some serious annoyances, and we’re not just talking about how difficult it is to change your default browser. The new File Explorer context menus might look…
What Are Dodging and Burning in Photography?
Dodging and burning are two of the oldest—and most important—photo editing techniques. It’s where you selectively brighten (dodge) or darken (burn) different areas of your image. Let me explain.
What Is Full-Array Local Dimming?
If you’re buying a new TV, you might come across terms like “dimming zones” or “full-array local dimming” in marketing materials. Understanding what this means and how it relates to image quality can help you make a better bu…
The Best Webcams of 2023
Streaming on Twitch and video conferencing on Zoom are more popular than ever, which means you’ve probably realized your computer’s webcam isn’t great. Thankfully, one of these excellent cameras will make you look good durin…
How to Use the fsck Command on Linux
All of our important data sits in a file system of one type or another, and file system issues are bound to happen. On Linux, we can use the fsck command to find and fix file system errors.
Why You Should Use Multiple Web Browsers
If you think you just need a single web browser, think again. We recommend using multiple web browsers on your computer, especially if you work and perform personal tasks on the same system. Here’s why you should consider add…
What Is an Edison Bulb?
Edison lights are modern, reproduction bulbs that harken back to the very first lightbulb made by Thomas Edison in 1879: a glass vacuum globe that let you see through to the filament inside. Check out a few modern options bel…
