I set up a hardware security key and now phishing doesn’t work on my accounts – MakeUseOf
Phishing scams are becoming more convincing day by day.
Fake password-manager alerts could put your vault at risk – CyberGuy – cyberguy.com
You open your inbox and see a message about updated security policies. Nothing about it screams scam. The email looks polished, the wording sounds official and the button promises a quick way to review the changes. That is exactly what makes it dangerous.
Do Data Removal Services Work? – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
This little-known Excel feature fixed one of my biggest spreadsheet problems – howtogeek.com
After years of using Excel, it’s easy to fall into muscle memory. You click the same ribbon tabs, rely on the same shortcuts, and barely notice when Microsoft adds new tools.
I added a $10 Ethernet adapter to my PC, and it solved problems I didn’t know I had – MakeUseOf
My HP gaming laptop comes with a dedicated Ethernet port, which is what I prefer over Wi-Fi whenever it’s available.
A failing SSD doesn’t click or grind — this is how it warns you instead – MakeUseOf
My SSD stopped working, and it felt like it had just stopped working unexpectedly. It felt this way because, unlike hard drives, there was no clicking — the warning sound that lingers for weeks to tell you something is failing.
How Long Should a Password Be? – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
I changed 4 Samsung camera settings and barely edit photos anymore – MakeUseOf
You take a photo; it looks great on your phone, and then you revisit it later, and something feels off.
I always install these 3 free apps on every Windows PC – howtogeek.com
We all have apps we have to install on Windows—without them, the OS just feels lacking or incomplete. Here are three such free apps I consider must-haves on every Windows installation. In fact, two of these are actually made by Microsoft and should’ve just been included by default.
4 free apps I’d use before paying for Microsoft 365 again – MakeUseOf
Microsoft 365 is a good subscription, and I’m not going to pretend otherwise. But $100 a year for the Personal tier is a hard sell for anyone who’s on a tight budget or simply doesn’t use everything it offers. The good news is that you’re not out of options.
You don’t need to build a Pi-hole anymore—this cloud tool does it without hardware – howtogeek.com .
However, if you want something that is more hands off, cloud-based, and cost-competitive, you should consider NextDNS.
SD cards are insanely fast now — but most people buy the wrong speed – MakeUseOf
When you’re looking to buy, you might want to get one with the fastest possible speed, especially since SD cards are insanely fast right now. But not every device supports the fastest speed, which is where you need to be careful.
You have a strong password. Here’s why your online accounts are still at risk – Android Authority
Sure, passwords play a very critical part in online account authentication, but that doesn’t mean the other two components deserve any less attention. For a bulletproof digital existence, you’ll have to pay equal consideration to your email, password, and two-factor authentication, and here’s how you can achieve it.
Don’t limit yourself to smart plugs—these USB adapters do the same thing at a fraction of the size – howtogeek.com
Smart plugs are a no-brainer when setting up a smart home. They let you take almost any traditional device and make it remotely controllable from your phone or other smart devices.
12 Hidden ChromeOS Features Every Chromebook User Should Know About – SlashGear – slashgear.com
Chromebooks are awesome. They give you 90% of the functionality of a traditional Windows PC for a quarter of the price, making them an excellent cheap laptop replacement.
5 Things You Can Do On A Chromebook Even When It’s Offline – BGR
Over the years, Chromebooks have been associated with online tasks and services. That’s why many users believe that Chromebooks, though cost-effective, are largely useless offline.
IT’S GEEK TO ME: Red flags to look for to protect yourself from scams – Odessa American
Jeff Werner is a software engineer and has been writing this column since 2007.
Never click “unsubscribe” — here’s the real way to stop spam – MakeUseOf
Your inbox might be full of spam, but clicking Unsubscribe on every email isn’t always safe. Sometimes, it’s exactly what scammers want you to do and can land with you more spam — or worse.
USB-C cables look identical, but one simple spec separates the slow ones from the fast ones – howtogeek.com
USB-C is super handy in the sense that every port and connector looks exactly the same, so you never have to wonder whether it’ll fit or not. It can be confusing, though, and sometimes, the confusing parts aren’t even visible at a glance.
Your ISP probably didn’t bother to set up these 5 useful router settings for you – MakeUseOf
ISPs configure just enough to get your router online, then stop.
The absolute cheapest way to get an external hard drive doesn’t involve buying one – howtogeek.com
I prefer local external storage to the cloud, but until now, I’ve been missing out on the most cost-effective kind. I’ve used external hard disk drives, but I never tried building one myself.
How to Use Cloud Storage Safely – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
I stopped paying for file recovery — Windows had a hidden tool all along – MakeUseOf
I discovered Microsoft had a no-cost alternative that recovered years of deleted files with a single command. If you need to recover your files without that final restoration stuck behind a paywall, this is the one tool I recommend.
How To Choose Between Bitward Free And Bitwarden Premium [2026 Guide] – youtube.com · AJ Tech Tutorials
I thought eSIM was a downgrade — now I finally understand why carriers pushed it – MakeUseOf
Years ago, phones had slots for SIM cards, tiny cards that contain all the necessary data to connect to your cellular carrier. You could take the SIM card out of the tray and insert it into another phone or swap the SIM card for another from a different country while traveling to use a different number.
6 wild things people plug into their phone’s charging port (that actually work) – MakeUseOf
It’s easy to forget how much our phones can do beyond the usual texting, scrolling, and selfie-snapping. And what really surprised me was just how many unexpected accessories you can plug into your phone’s tiny charging port
Google Chrome will remove older Manifest V2 extensions in August – 9to5google.com
The death of Manifest V2 extensions on Google Chrome has been going on for well over four years at this point, and the end finally has a date. August 31 is the official and complete end of older Chrome extensions.
Google Voice now offers paid tiers with call recording & Gemini for personal accounts – 9to5google.com
Historically, Google Voice’s paid offerings were meant for enterprise customers, but Google is now letting you upgrade to a paid calling experience without needing a Workspace subscription.
The most important file in my password manager isn’t a password – MakeUseOf
Most folks set up a password manager, spend an afternoon migrating their logins across, and then consider the job done. But if all you’ve got in there is passwords, you’re only using half of what the tool actually is.
Verizon isn’t the best US carrier anymore – MakeUseOf
In 2026, there aren’t many options when choosing a mobile network in the United States. You have the big three in AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, as well as a bunch of mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) that use one of those three networks.
Windows 11’s predictive text is the hidden typing tool I never knew I needed – howtogeek.com
Using text suggestions when writing on a physical keyboard? Is that even a thing? That was my exact thought until I started using it myself. What started as a curious experiment ended up being a daily convenience.
These overlooked Pixel Watch gestures tricked me into using my phone less – howtogeek.com
Most people buy a smartwatch, set it up, and then use it like a tiny phone on their wrist—tapping, scrolling, and pressing.