How-To Geek

You’ve probably heard it a hundred times: “Use a strong password.” And you should. However, if there’s one thing I’ve learned from studying penetration testing and ethical hacking, it’s this: a strong password is just one layer. By itself, it doesn’t stop most of the real threats out there.

Crossovers are extremely popular in the modern landscape, offering a great blend of car-like driving manners and SUV proportions and practicality. In a sea of excellent options, it takes a lot to stand out, though. One important area where you can get the edge, though, is interior space.

I care a great deal about having control over my personal data, so much so that I used Linux for years. Now I primarily use Android—yes, my phone is a PC replacement— but there are still ways I keep control of my documents and media.

You can get a 14-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro with 18GB of unified memory for just $1,499 at B&H Photo today, a savings of $900 from the original price. The 32GB memory option is also $900 off. This sale at B&H Photo ends after today, or whenever stock runs out, so don’t wait too long.

Editors who shun proprietary software have reason to celebrate, as the folks behind Kdenlive have released a new version of the open source, non-linear video editor with some major improvements and new features.

If you're still using an LG smartphone, whether that's an old LG V50 or the wild LG Wing, it's probably time to replace it. Later this summer, in June, LG will shut down its update servers for all phones, meaning you'll no longer receive any security or maintenance updates.

As the prominence of physical media continues to dwindle, we're increasingly reliant on digital storefronts to buy and enjoy games. A study published on Zenodo found that around 87 percent of games are no longer playable unless you scrounge around for a physical copy and the right hardware. No matter how great a game is, there's no guarantee it'll be properly preserved.

Not satisfied with giving Steam a run for its money, Epic Games has now set its sights on the Android ecosystem. The gaming giant responsible for classics like Unreal Tournament, the engine after which it was named, and more recently Fortnite now offers a brand new way to get games on non-iOS devices.

Infinix has officially launched the NOTE 50 Series, its most advanced smartphone lineup yet, with the highest-end option, NOTE 50 Pro+ 5G. It offers flagship-level performance, next-gen AI tools, and premium design, all at a price that keeps it well below the $500 mark. More than just another hardware upgrade, this release marks a new chapter for the brand, ushering in what it calls the "Gen Beta" AI era.

Learn all about modern CSS layouts and polish up your core CSS skills with these interactive games. With layout techniques like CSS grid, a speedrun challenge, and a fundamental selector test, there’s something for all abilities.

The Dell Pro 14 Plus (P1425) is a decent portable monitor that I'd recommend to professionals, but it has some weaknesses that prevent it from truly achieving greatness. You might love this simple, ultra-bright monitor if you don't care about high color contrast or integrated speakers.

Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.

Your AppleCare has run out, or you never bought the extended AppleCare+ plan, and now something has gone wrong with your MacBook. You take it to the geniuses at the store, and are given a huge quote to repair your system. Why?

Ever since Apple's iPad range started using the company's desktop-range M series of chips, it has become a good middle-ground option for those who don't want to go all the way up to a Mac. If you're there too, the iPad Air range is currently greatly discounted, letting you save money on some of Apple's best tablets.

There's no doubt that public access to sophisticated AI chatbots would have some profound effects on society—both positive and negative. It didn't take long for people to start depending on AI bots for things that perhaps they shouldn't, and now I'm seeing it spill out on social media.

Skate developer Full Circle recently confirmed that its upcoming reboot will not include an offline mode. The decision by the dev team stems from the game's design philosophy: both the world and the city of San Vansterdam are intended to be "living, breathing," and part of a "massively multiplayer skateboarding sandbox" that is "always online and always evolving," according to Full Circle’s recent web post.

The Apple Watch SE is certainly one of Apple's most interesting smartwatch launches in recent memory—with the company's smartwatches becoming every time more expensive, an affordable one is certainly a breath of fresh air. Now, the company's cheapest smartwatch is even cheaper.

Adding new cards to your Google Wallet is a pretty painless process, but imagine if you could get it started with nothing more than a tap. Google appears to be tinkering with a more convenient way to beef up your Google Wallet.

The Wallet app is a great place to store your credit and debit cards, loyalty cards, and event passes, but it can quickly become disorganized. With how easy it is to import compatible cards and passes, your digital wallet can turn into a chaotic, card-filled mess.

On top of being convenient and community-driven, Steam is perhaps best known for its incredible sales events. Now imagine a world where hyper-competitive online digital marketplaces don’t exist.