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Can a Hard Reboot Really Wreck Your Computer?

We’ve all been there: a crashed or frozen system that won’t respond to keyboard or mouse input, forcing you to perform a hard reboot with the power button. But hard reboots can be scary — cutting off power to your machine doesn’t seem safe, does it? — and you may be wondering if this is okay… read more »

How to Use Holiday Shopping for Self-Improvement (No, Really)

Though we mean well, sometimes holiday shopping can be a guilt-ridden activity. Maybe you spent too much. Maybe not enough. Maybe you over-indulged on yourself. Many say shopping is their form of therapy, and perhaps those folks are onto something. On many levels, holiday shopping is just a capitalism-driven activity that also lets you show… read more »

Really Learn JavaScript with 5 Top Udemy Courses

A language that runs on any computer in the world. A language that does not need any special software to run. A language ranked among the top in the world. Why wouldn’t you learn JavaScript? There are close to 300 programming languages in the world, but JavaScript is almost essential education for any coding career. It is… read more »

10 Geek Celebrities on Twitter You’ll Really Want to Follow

If you’re a geek and on Twitter, there’s a good chance you already follow some of the nerdiest celebrities out there. People like Wil Wheaton, Felicia Day, Nathan Fillion, and Kevin Smith, who have built reputations out of their identities as geeks. But there are a lot of other celebrities out there that are proud… read more »

Sound Advice: Are Apple’s Free EarPods Really That Bad?

I’ve recently misplaced a pair of decent Klipsch earphones. As I’m partial to using over-ear headphones most of the time, I haven’t managed to justify a replacement yet. As a stop-gap, I’ve been reduced to relying on one of the seven or so pairs of Apple EarPods I have lying around the house whenever I want to… read more »

Intel Core i3 vs. i5 vs. i7: Which One Do You Really Need?

The processor is the brain of a computer — but understanding the difference between processors requires a lot of brainpower of your own! Intel hasn’t made it any easier for customers with their strange naming schemes, and the question we get asked most often is: What’s the difference between an i3, i5, or i7 processor? Which… read more »

How Much Does Your Commute Really Cost?

There’s no way around it; commuting isn’t enjoyable. The longer the commute, the more it sucks. While we’re sure you think about your commute, have you ever taken the time to think about what your commute is actually costing you? The numbers might be a little shocking. Note: Check out these currency converters to get… read more »

Ransomware Evolution is Really Bad News, Microsoft Edge Will Intelligently Pause Flash… [Tech News Digest]

Ransomware evolves with crypto-currency, Microsoft Edge intelligently pauses flash, Firefox add-ons vulnerable to new attack, Vivaldi 1.0 released, and mainstream media doesn’t understand eSports. Ransomware Evolution is Really Bad News There’s a new breed of ransomware doing the rounds, and it’s creating havoc for businesses. Mostly these incidents have begun when a hapless employee has… read more »

Is Android Really Open Source? And Does It Even Matter?

I use Android because it’s made from Linux, and I’m not alone here. Many open source desktop users first picked up an Android phone due to the appeal of a Linux-based mobile operating system. I’m sure that’s why many of you are reading this now. Android has seen wide adoption, and that has caused some… read more »

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