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FabrikaSimf/Shutterstock.com A printer can feel like a big investment, especially if it isn’t something you often need. But the moment you do need a printer and don’t have one, it’s a total hassle to run to the FedEx store just to print something off or make copies. So, what’s the best alternative? Buying an inexpensive…

Harry Guinness Burst mode is a great way to guarantee you get any action shot—but, as of iOS 14, it’s slightly hidden on the iPhone XS, iPhone XR, and newer devices. Here’s how to use it on a modern iPhone. Taking Photos and Videos With QuickTake QuickTake is a new feature that makes it easier…

SSL certificates are a crucial component of the modern web, as they are required for secure HTTPS traffic, protecting your users from attackers in the middle sniffing packets. We’ll show how to request and configure them for Microsoft’s IIS web server. What is an SSL Certificate and What Does it Do? SSL certificates, which stands…

Redragon Most gamers are picky creatures, especially when it comes to the peripherals they use for gaming—which may not be more true anywhere than it is for keyboards. If you have a gamer on your holiday shopping list and know they need a new board, however, don’t stress—we have you covered. What to Look for…

If you’re having trouble with sluggish system performance while browsing the web with Mozilla Firefox, you can use Firefox’s built-in Task Manager tool to quickly identify system resource usage and manage long lists of tabs. Here’s how to use it. First, if you already have Firefox open, leave your tabs as they are. Otherwise, open…

Slack is a great tool for communicating with your team members, but it’s closed source, and may not be suitable for internal use in your business without paying for enterprise plans. Fortunately, there are open source options to replace it. Why Switch Off Slack? A major issue is security concerns, especially when it comes to…

Apple’s iPhone 12 is packed with new features like 5G and a snap-on system for MagSafe accessories. But perhaps the most technically impressive addition is the ability to shoot and edit 10-bit HDR video in Dolby Vision. So what is Dolby Vision and why should you care? Why is Dolby Vision a Big Deal? Dolby…

ESB Professional/Shutterstock.com If you haven’t already noticed, delays on shipping, returns, restocking, and even customer service in general have become commonplace thanks to COVID-19. People are ordering more things online than ever before, and with the holiday season quickly approaching, things will only intensify and already overwhelmed customer service departments will get even busier. RELATEDPSA:…

While on a Zoom call, you may want to turn off your webcam’s video and mute the audio from your microphone for a variety of reasons. Here’s how you can do it, including some keyboard shortcuts to speed things up. How to Turn Off Your Webcam Video To turn off your video on a Zoom…

MLB America’s favorite pastime reaches its peak in Game 1 of the World Series tonight, October 20.  The Los Angeles Dodgers, riding high after their comeback series win in the penultimate round, take on the Tampa Bay Rays. Here’s how to watch. How to Watch the Game Live in the United States If you’re a…

Quibi No one could blame you if you forgot about Quibi, but the company released an app for Android TV. You can grab the app for free on the Play Store for all Android-enabled TVs including the new Chromecast with Google TV. While the app is free, you’ll need to be subscribed in order to access any of…

Amazon Let the battle be joined. After Google, NVIDIA, and Microsoft entered the booming streaming game service market with Stadia, GeForce NOW, and Xbox Game Pass respectively, it seems like it was only a matter of time before web backbone Amazon got in on the action. The time is up, as the Luna game streaming…

Windows 10’s October 2020 Update (20H2) was released on October 20, 2020—kind of. As usual, Microsoft is slowly rolling out the update to small numbers of PCs at a time, letting people choose to install it and see how it works on their PCs. If you’re not in a rush, we recommend you wait until…

Atari/UNIS Two years after unveiling the full-sized PONG Coffee Table, Atari is back with a portable arcade machine called the Mini PONG Jr. With two classic dial controls and a 7.9-inch display, the Mini PONG Jr provides an authentic retro experience anytime, anywhere. Atari plans to announce Mini PONG Jr pricing and availability before the…

Parallels For many years of my life, a Chromebook was my only laptop. And as much as I absolutely adore Chrome OS, there were times when I just needed Windows software. And now, thanks to Parallels, the future I longed for can become a reality. For some, at least. Today, Parallels is launching on Chrome OS,…

BigTunaOnline/Shutterstock.com Good news shutterbugs! Google announced two new ways for you to get physical prints of your favorite photos you’ve taken. Starting later this month, you’ll be able to opt for Google’s premium print series, or sign up for same-day printing at Walgreens. These additional options are great for scrapbooking as well as for displaying…

Microsoft, Google, and even Amazon are all working on cloud streaming solutions so you can game without a console. But if you have an Xbox console and want to play on the go, you should grab Microsoft’s latest iOS Xbox app update. With it, you can stream your personal Xbox collection to your iPad or…

Mophie Mophie, well-known for its expansive and expensive wireless charging solutions, is back with a new more capable charging mat. The $150 4-in-1 wireless charging mat will charge up to three smartphones and an Apple Watch simultaneously. Best of all, you can buy it directly from Mophie right now. The mat will charge your devices…

Language is something that changes constantly, and dictionary publishers are some of the people who have to catalog and quantify that change. That’s why the dictionary gets a little longer every year. If you’d like to see how in a surprisingly engaging web view, head on over to the Merriam-Webster “Time Traveler.” This tool lets…