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Clean out files slowing down your computer
It’s good to maintain your computer’s performance. But, cleaning out your hard disk doesn’t always mean the stuff you deleted is completely gone. In fact, hackers can recover information you thought was gone. To permanently clean out clutter from your hard disk, there’s a free alternative to your computer’s Disk Cleanup.
Optimize your monitor’s settings with this free tool
Home computers have come a long way since the early days. Processors are much faster and storage size is incredibly large in comparison.
They have also come way down in price. You can now pick up a powerful desktop or laptop computer for a fraction of the cost that you would have paid for a lesser machine in the mid-1990s.
How to get a rare World War II M1911 pistol from the U.S. Army stockpile
Ever want to get your hands on an historic World War II weapon? These guys are prized by collectors all around the country and will soon be available for civilians to purchase. The CMP is uncrating one of th e most famous military guns of all time, and they will be available first come, first serve.
What is Fuschia, Google's secret new OS?
If you enjoy Google software like Android and Chrome, then you may be excited about their new software venture. The tech giant has recently released a few details about their mysterious new third operating system.
The OS is called Fuchsia and there is fairly wide-ranging speculation on what it may be intended for. Could it be that Google is replacing their highly successful Android OS for smartphones? Maybe this is a new Windows replacement by Google.
You will be shocked at how much you are sharing with complete strangers on Facebook
Do you know anyone who doesn’t use Facebook at this point? Those people are hard to find now that there are 2 billion active monthly users worldwide.
Whenever a site has extremely high traffic like this it becomes a goldmine for hackers and scammers. That’s why you really need to be careful with what you’re posting.
HP recalls laptops for overheating batteries
What’s going on in the world of batteries? A couple of weeks ago, Apple admitted to slowing down iPhones with failing batteries.
This comes not long after Samsung’s nightmare with its Galaxy Note 7. The popular smartphone had an issue with overheating batteries causing them to explode.
You've been charging your smartphone wrong
No matter how vital a smartphone is in our daily lives, it is useless if it runs out of juice. That’s why the last thing that you need is a less than optimal, or worse, a dead smartphone battery. But are you charging your smartphone properly? According to research, you are probably making charging mistakes that are shortening your battery’s lifespan.
Some apps do listen through your phone's mic to track you
If you have been suspecting that something is listening, you are not imagining it. A new study found there are apps you download on your phone that can listen in on you. And it might not be what you think. If you have any of these apps on your phone, watch out!
Cold weather can ruin your phone - Here are ways to protect it
The winter freeze is in full swing and the cold can wreak havoc on many things in our lives. Don’t forget about your phones: The cold can actually ruin it! There are certain things you can do to keep your device safe.
Guide to streaming video services
Are you paying too much for cable or satellite? The cost to simply watch television these days can be outrageous. That’s why “cutting the cord” is all the rage. More people than ever are getting rid of cable or satellite TV and turning to online streaming services.