Reasons | - Part 3

5 Reasons to Switch to Ubuntu Phone

You’ve had Android phones, and you’ve had iPhones. Buying a smartphone for most people is a polarized, A/B choice. And for some, the experience of choosing a new phone is becoming… jaded. You might think that Android and iOS have the mobile market sewn up, but what if I was to tell you that you… read more »

4 Reasons to Use Windows Defender in Windows 10

We all know that Windows needs some kind of security software — the only trouble is deciding which security software to use. Yes, even if you’re up to date on Windows Updates and such, you still need proper security protection! In the past, Windows Defender was overshadowed by other options, but it’s been getting better… read more »

6 Reasons Why You Still Need External Drives in 2016

In recent years, there’s been a huge explosion in the number of cloud-based storage solutions that are available. Microsoft’s OneDrive now offers a mammoth 1 TB of space to Office 365 subscribers. People who buy a Chromebook can receive 100 GB of Google Drive storage for two years. Dropbox users can bag themselves a free 16 GB… read more »

Drinking the Kool Aid: 8 Reasons People Love Their Macs

When it comes to companies that have dedicated (some might say “rabid”) fans, Apple has to be near the top of the list. You can argue for Mac, Windows, or Linux machines until you’re blue in the face, but there’s no denying that people who love Macs really love Macs. It’s polarizing, but why is it the case?… read more »

6 Reasons You Should Choose openSUSE and the Geeko

openSUSE is a staple of the Linux community. But even long-time open source advocates find themselves wondering what sets the distro apart. Lacking the clear direction of Ubuntu or the free software advocacy of Fedora, openSUSE can seem to lack vision. Fortunately, that isn’t the case. There are good reasons openSUSE continues to attract users,… read more »

7 Reasons Why Your Next Router Should Be a Google OnHub

First they came for your search engine. Then they came for your web browser and your smartphone. And now? They’re coming for your home — and here’s why that’s a great thing. We are, of course, talking about Google! Routers are typically messy and complicated affairs. Without a lot of research, networking can be quite challenging… read more »

5 Reasons Why You Should Use a Firewall

You’ve heard of firewalls, but what are they really for? Do they stop viruses? Can you manage without one? Actually, there’s a good chance that you are using a firewall right now — if your computer is running a modern operating system, there will be one built in, or else your security suite features a… read more »

Dump Your DSLR: 6 Reasons Why Film is Better than Digital

Opinions – to paraphrase an oft-quoted line – are like cameras: everyone’s got one. And all photographers argue about which is better — film or digital. I’m here to tell you to dump your digital camera. Or at the very least buy an additional SLR that uses film. Digital might seem ideal, but film is… read more »

10 Reasons Why You Need the Reddit Enhancement Suite

If you use Reddit on a regular basis, there’s one browser extension that you absolutely need to install right away: Reddit Enhancement Suite (RES). It adds countless new features and improvements to the site — once you start using it, you’ll never go back. Why do I use it? Because it allows me to filter… read more »

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