The best free VPN in 2026 – techradar.com
Free VPNs don’t compare well to paid ones. They almost always come with limited performance, small server networks, and restrictive data caps.
How Long Should a Password Be? – youtube.com · by Ask Leo!
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How to Screen Mirror on Chromebook: Wireless and Cable Options Explained – aboutchromebooks.com
Want your Chromebook screen on a bigger display? Two methods handle it as of July 2026. One skips cables and uses Google Cast. The other needs an HDMI or USB-C connection. Both work fine.
I stopped typing addresses into Google Maps—now I just say my friend’s name – howtogeek.com
We all use our phones for navigation when we need to get from one place to another, and that includes places we probably should know how to get to on our own. As a result, I have started using contact integration in Google Maps whenever I visit family and friends. It’s so much easier than typing.
How to Do Subscript in Google Docs – aboutchromebooks.com
Small raised or lowered characters show up more often than you’d expect. You see them in dates like 1st or 24th, in temperatures such as 400°F, and in chemistry, where H₂O would look wrong without them.
Samsung’s next major Android update forces you to reset your phone after 13 failed unlocks – 9to5google.com
Earlier this year, Google announced that Android 17 would “significantly” reduce the number of unlock attempts someone would be able to make on an Android device.
They Called Her a Pretty Face. Her Patent Powers Your WiFi. – youtube.com · by The History Archive
Why I pay for a weather app when so many great free options exist – howtogeek.com
Weather is one of the most searched-for topics on the internet, especially this time of year, with heat waves, monsoons, and tropical storms. And while there are hundreds of ways to watch and track the weather, including dozens of free apps, I still happily pay for a weather app, and here’s why.
I bought a weird USB-C attachment for my phone and now it can see things my eyes can’t – makeuseof.com
I recently bought a thermal camera — Thermal Master P3 — on a whim because it was on sale, and it’s now the one accessory that keeps giving me new reasons to pick it up.
These 3 Windows settings made my old PC feel new again – howtogeek.com
Windows is the OS I use every day, even though it does plenty of things I don’t like. I’ve tried switching to Linux more than once, and I keep finding reasons to give it another shot, but I always end up back on Windows.
Tech Tips from AcenTek: Why Your Password Isn’t Enough – Smart Ways to Protect Your Accounts – Old Mission Gazette
Passwords are a primary weak point when it comes to online security. Weak, reused, or predictable passwords are often the first thing criminals try when attempting to access an account.
New Mac malware locks your screen until you hand over your password – techlicious.com
Security researchers at Group-IB have identified a new strain of Mac malware that locks victims out of every application on their computer until they type in their password, then uses that access to drain browser logins, cryptocurrency wallets, and password manager vaults
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!
How Can I Tell If a Download is Safe? – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
The Biggest Risk to Your Privacy Revealed – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
Security Habits Players Should Follow When Depositing Online – aboutchromebooks.com
Making a deposit through an online platform means sharing financial information, so it’s worth applying the same basic checks used for online banking or shopping.
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.
I tested every Pixel AI feature and these 4 actually changed how I use my phone – MakeUseOf
The Pixel 10 Pro is packed with AI features — and I’ve used all of them. Most, honestly, are novelties I tried once and forgot. But four have genuinely changed how I use my phone
Google Maps isn’t just GPS: These are the 3 features you should start using – howtogeek.com
Google Maps has quietly evolved far beyond turn-by-turn directions. Buried in its settings and menus are tools that can change how you explore, navigate, and trust the places you visit. Here are three worth turning on.
Google Photos toggle lets you switch between classic search & Ask Photos – 9to5google.com
Google Photos has rolled out a “classic search” toggle for Ask Photos that delivers a big quality-of-life improvement.
How Long Should a Password Be? – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
5 Browser Settings You Should Review More Often – BGR – bgr.com
Browsers remain our primary gateway to the internet, allowing us to access millions of websites within seconds. But this reliance on browsers has its downsides
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.
Why I don’t trust Windows copy for big files—and what I use instead now – howtogeek.com
Copying around a couple of small files, like screenshots or documents, is, for the most part, normally fine.
How to Make a Checklist in Google Docs: Three Methods That Work – aboutchromebooks.com
Google Docs has a built-in checklist tool, but many people never spot it because it sits in the toolbar instead of a menu. Two other routes exist as well: one through the Format menu and one through a keyboard shortcut.
Can Hotel Internet Traffic Be Sniffed? – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
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.