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Instead of routers, many people prefer to use mobile Wi-Fi hotspot devices, also known as MiFi. As 4G network speeds continue to improve and 5G grows in popularity, these portable hotspots provide enough bandwidth to connect multiple users and devices. However, sometimes the MiFi does not work prope
Do you remember the original SimCity games? How about Golden Axe, The Oregon Trail or Wolfenstein? Launched in 1981, MS-DOS (Microsoft Disk Operating System) has seen the release of thousands of games in all genres. If you miss DOS era games, here you will learn how to install DOSBox on Raspberry Pi
Bone conduction sounds a little scary, and thats a good first impression given that it works by sending sound vibrations through the bones of your head. As weird as that thought is, its applied in a cool enough way that any residual hyperawareness in your own bones doesnt last too long. While bone
When buying a new laptop or computer, you sometimes wonder how long will this purchase last? To combat this, technology planners use the idea of longevity to take their investments further. However, what does it mean, and is it something you should be doing when buying/building a PC? Lets explore
Are you worried about online privacy? Maybe you want to protect your personal information from online marketers and advertisers who would like to use your data without your permission or sell your information to a third party. Whatever your motivations, the Tor network is one of the most popular way
Predictive analytics does exactly what it sounds like:it analyzes data to understand what might happen in the future. As with most predictions, its never 100% correct, but big data and artificial intelligence make them much more accurate. While it used to be a relatively specialized branch of mathe
Today, its tempting to assume that every device supports Wi-Fi, but not all devices are capable of connecting to the internet wirelessly. This is where a Raspberry Pi can come in handy:by turning it into a Wi-Fi bridge. If you want to reuse an old Ethernet-only desktop computer and need a quick and
Adding extra memory is the best way to improve the performance of your desktop or laptop computer. This buyers guide covers the most important criteria you should keep in mind when upgrading your RAM. Upgrading RAM is not a simple decision as it depends on a number of upgrade limit factors. By foll
ContentsInformal definition:algorithms are just recipesMore formally:algorithms are clear and unambiguous formulasEveryday algorithmsEverything is an algorithm Informal definition:algorithms are just recipes At its core, an algorithm is simply a well-defined set of steps that you can follow, usuall
If youve ever bought a laptop and seen a spec say 4GB RAM or 8GB RAM, you might have wondered, What is RAM? Why do I need it? How much do I need? Today you will learn everything you need to know about the basics of RAM. ContentsWhat is RAM? Is RAM the same as memory? Why is RAM important? Why gettin
Maybe you are a business owner who offers free Wi-Fi to all your customers; maybe you have a captive audience and are planning to sell access to your Wi-Fi network, or maybe you want to friendly remind your guests of the etiquette to use your home network? Here you will learn how to turn your Raspbe
The big difference between solid-state batteries and other types of batteries is the use of solid electrolytes, rather than the liquid electrolytes used in other batteries. Lithium-ion batteries have seen technological advances, but experts widely believe that lithium-ion technology has reached the
Weve covered everything from the basics of custom mechanical keyboards to building one from scratch. After building your own mechanical keyboard, modifying it to perfection is the next step in evolution. Weve taken care of that with the Stabilizer and Switch mod guide. This brings us to the last par
Even iOS apps sometimes misbehave – they can crash, crash, or stop working. If youre new to iOS, or havent done it before, you might not know how to quit an app (instead of just swiping it off your screen). Heres how to quit an app using iOS 14: Open the app switcher by swiping up from the bottom o
SSH is one of the most popular ways to control your Raspberry Pi from your laptop or PC. Here you will learn how to set up two-factor authentication for your SSH access to Raspberry Pi and add an extra layer of security to it. ContentsUpdate your PiEnable SSHRequire identity authentication, with cha
2018 was the year that malware stopped being a malicious hobby and became a real money-making business. The increase in ransomware and cryptomining attacks is a clear sign that hackers dont just want to wreak havoc anymore – they also want to earn a pretty penny doing it. SummaryHow much is made?How
The Debian-based Rasperry Pi operating system (formerly known as Raspbian) is optimized to run on Raspberry Pi hardware. It bundles a lot of great software to get you started. This makes it a great operating system for Pi consumers, regardless of experience level. Installing the Raspberry Pi operati
In just a few years, solid state drives (SSDs) have nearly replaced magnetic hard drives (HDDs) as the default storage option in laptop computers. However, a new Solid State Hybrid Drive (SSHD) has emerged, offering the best of both SSD and HDD. So which is the best? The only way to find out is to
The news is full of reports of huge data breaches. A quick investigation of the past few years revealed a wide range of damaging data breaches that exposed everything from credit cards (target) to social security numbers, employment history (OPM breach) and credit card numbers. credit (Experian). An
Whether youve tossed the cable to the curb or just supplemented it with an over-the-air antenna, youll need good quality cable to connect your antenna to your TV. Coaxial cables cost a dime a dozen, but not all are made equal. Here are some of the best coaxial cables you should check out. What are c