How to take back control after your data was breached
So, your data was leaked by hackers. Well, you’re not the only one. We live in an era in which data breaches are a daily occurrence. And that’s both bad and good news. It’s bad…
How To – Windows, PC & Laptop
How To – Windows, PC & Laptop
Get tips & self help with various Windows, PC, and Laptop Devices.
How to delete yourself from the internet
There are many reasons you might want to “delete yourself” from the internet. From receiving frustrating amounts of spam to protecting yourself from carefully crafted scams fueled by the availability of personal data. But it…
Don’t fall for McAfee’s deceptive antivirus warnings on your laptop
I review a lot of laptops and I’ve noticed many of them come with a “free trial” of McAfee antivirus preinstalled. I’ve clicked through so many warnings about how my PC will be “at risk”…
Google snuck a new smart speaker into its big Pixel event
Over the past several months, the question surrounding Google’s next smart devices hasn’t been when they will arrive, but if they will arrive. After all, Google’s been slowly but steadily discontinuing older smart products (the…
Windows Copilot Vision: Can this AI app actually help you?
Copilot Vision is one of those Windows features that deserves more attention than its receiving — which is quite little. It’s a built-in Windows technology that can “see” what you’re looking at and offer advice.…
Gemini is coming to Google’s smart speakers and displays this fall
We already knew that Google Assistant was soon to be replaced by a “new experience powered by Gemini.” Now we know what that new experience will be called, and when it’s arriving. Gemini for Home…
I won’t drive my car unless these two affordable gadgets are in the trunk
A decade ago, smart drivers would always carry jumper cables and maybe a tire patch kit in their trunk. Now, in 2025, I’ve made sure that our vehicles carry two cheap but critical gadgets instead.…
Microsoft wants to soothe a big pain for PC gamers: Shaders
Microsoft said Wednesday that it’s working to remove one of the frustrating headaches for PC gamers: the need to compile shaders. Microsoft said that it will release an AgilitySDK in September to solve this problem,…
myQ Outdoor Battery Camera review: Truly wireless surveillance
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Battery power and a magnetic mount provide lots of placement flexibility 2K resolution, double that of previous myQ cameras Powerful onboard LED spotlight Cons Lacks infrared night vision Nighttime…
How to get around forced app updates in the Microsoft Store
Until now, it was always possible to disable automatic app updates in the Microsoft Store permanently and without exception. It was convenient for users who wanted to stay on older versions of apps. However, Microsoft…