Linux Mint vs. Elementary OS: I compared both distros, and here's my advice

If you're looking for a user-friendly Linux distribution, your destination could depend on your starting point.

Best Buy is selling this 4TB WD Black SSD for 65% off right now - and I'm seriously tempted

The cost of SSDs, RAM, and other PC components has skyrocketed, but Best Buy is offering an impressive 65% discount on the 4TB WD Black SN850X.

Windows 11's new Low Latency Profile may give your PC the speed boost it deserves

Currently in early testing mode, Low Latency Profile is expected to boost the speed of Windows 11 apps, menus, flyouts, and more.

Microsoft PowerToys now lets you control your monitor from the taskbar - here's how

Instead of pressing buttons on your monitor or hunting through your Windows settings, here's how you can now adjust your display directly from the system tray - plus other new PowerToys perks.

I compared how Gemini, ChatGPT, and Claude can analyze videos - this model wins

Can AI really watch video, or does it just fake it? I tested my favorite AI tools on YouTube clips and local files to find the best.

Verizon will give you a free Samsung Galaxy S26, tablet, and watch today - how to qualify

The latest add-a-line deal nets you a free Galaxy S26, Galaxy Watch 8, and Galaxy Tab S10 FE tablet from the carrier.

Can hackers break encrypted USB drives? I tried to find out

The Kingston IronKey Locker+50 G2 offers a high level of data security and several unique features to deter hackers.

Ubuntu 26.04 vs. Fedora 44: After years of testing both Linux distros, here's my verdict

Ubuntu and Fedora are two powerhouse Linux distributions, but both take very different approaches, so which one should you be using?

How to prepare for brutal summer blackouts - and figure out your power needs now

Summer blackouts are coming, but don't wait for your lights to go out. Prep a backup plan ASAP. Here's how.

I jailbroke my old Kindle, but I found a safer way to add books - for free

With Amazon support ending, I jailbroke my outdated Kindle to install KOReader. Here are the risks, and an alternative.

I use Sonos Voice Control every day in my home - here are my 5 favorite commands

A smart home can be overwhelming, but these Sonos commands are easy - and essential to my routine.

The patching treadmill: Why traditional application security is no longer enough

Find-and-fix security once made sense, but AI-assisted development, continuous deployment, and exploding vulnerability backlogs are changing the rules. The old application security playbook is breaking down fast.

Beyond the cleanup job: Redefining application security for the modern enterprise

Secure-by-design is no longer just a developer concern. Enterprise leaders must treat application security as a board-level responsibility, with accountability, incentives, and customer risk reduction built in.

Stopping bugs before they ship: The shift to preventative security

Secure software starts before coding begins. Threat modeling, safer defaults, dependency hygiene, and developer workflow guardrails can help prevent vulnerabilities.

Dirty Frag is a new Linux bug putting your system at risk - and there's no easy fix yet

This Linux kernel vulnerability has defenders scrambling. Here's which systems are affected - and what you should do ASAP.

Linux is getting a security wake-up call - why it was inevitable and I'm not worried

Serious Linux vulnerabilities, like Copy Fail and Dirty Frag, are becoming more common. Here's why, and how the Linux development community is responding.

I automated my home's most unexpected electronics - here are 5 ingenious results

I paired several everyday gadgets with a smart plug, and now my home runs so much more smoothly.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs. Motorola Razr Ultra: I've used both, and this phone is my pick

While Samsung focuses on durability and AI, the new Motorola phone is all about the design. Here's which one is better overall.

Windows rivals to MacBook Neo are here - but I'm more excited for Google's response

Budget PCs have a ways to go if they really want to compete with the MacBook Neo. But Google's computing line could have a leg up.

Fitbit Air vs. Whoop: I compared Google's screenless fitness tracker to the industry best

Taking on Whoop, Google has unveiled the Fitbit Air. Here's which one is better, by the numbers.