How-To Geek

De-Googling makes sense. We're all handing every bit of our personal data to huge companies, and the most common one is typically Google—and it wouldn't be weird of you to think that's weird or creepy.

One of the biggest advances in gadgets over the last decade has been water resistance. Nearly every phone now has a rating telling you that water is nothing to worry about. That’s not exactly true, though. “Waterproof” is a complicated concept when it comes to phones. Let’s demystify it.

I had a lot of free time during summer breaks, and my favorite pastime was tinkering with my tech. I'd tinker with software, PCs, and phones mostly. When I found myself getting bored with Windows (which had been my only daily driver forever), I decided to give Linux Mint an honest try.

When you want to check or monitor your PC's hardware, you usually have to install a handful of different tools just to get all the information you need. But what if I told you there’s one app that does it all, from giving you a comprehensive view of your hardware’s health to creating detailed CSV logs of your video game benchmarks?

It's one thing to be told that if you switch to Linux you'll enjoy various benefits compared to Windows or macOS, but there are some positive things about the Linux experience you'll only pick up after using it for a while.

While Falloutmay be burning up the streaming charts on Prime Video, let's not forget that the platform also has plenty of great documentaries and docuseries to sink your teeth into, too.

Looking for a 3D printing project that you can put to use before the weekend is out? Here are three ideas that will satisfy your urge to make something and provide utility around the home.

Apple rolled out a brand new look for the iPhone called Liquid Glass last year. The reaction has been mixed, to put it kindly. While Apple has added ways to adjust the design’s intensity, those options still fall short for many users.

Wi-Fi 6 has been around for five years now. If you haven't upgraded your router since the early days of the smartphone, or if your last upgrade was to a dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router, it might finally be time to take the plunge and switch to a Wi-Fi 6 router.

It's the weekend again, which means I'm here with another set of Linux apps I think are worth installing. The free and open source software I found this week includes an audio editor, a game maker, and Bash replacement.

When you think about creating a smart home, the bathroom probably isn’t the first room that springs to mind. For that reason, it can be easy to overlook a few cheap and easy upgrades, plus some of the more lavish items that can make life a little easier.

I love a good weekend documentary binge, especially because it will give me a nice break from the Olympics that will undoubtedly be on at my house. Luckily, Netflix has a pile of new docs that can take you to totally different places.

The weekend's almost here, so it's relax time. If you're on the hunt for some good TV to watch, Paramount+ has tons to choose from, but finding it can be a chore.

We're a week into February now, and Netflix's newest batch of shows and movies has started seeping into rotation for your binging pleasure.

The Matter smart home dream has been slow out of the gate, but as the months roll by, more and more cross-platform smart home devices are becoming available. One you might not have had on your bingo card is a Matter keyboard that also doubles as a smart home remote.

Linux is leaving the basement. It's putting on a suit, cutting its hair, and getting ready to join the mainstream world. Whether through missteps by companies like Microsoft, or the endless hours of hard work by people accross the world in the Linux community, the tide has clearly turned.

Have you heard of the term "Dumpuary?" In Hollywood, Dumpuary refers to the movies released in January and February that studios want nothing to do with anymore. If the movie becomes a hit, even better, but the expectations are low. Streaming movies on services like Netflix has alleviated some Dumpuary symptoms, yet you'll still find a random horror or action pic that makes you question the ethics of filmmaking.

Are you ready for a handful of new Raspberry Pi projects to try this weekend? Keep reading to check out an IPMI replacement that works on any computer, a way to trap hackers on your network, and how you can meal prep for the week with ease.

Gigabit Ethernet was introduced in 1999, which is why it sometimes gets a lot of flak. But just because it’s a 27-year-old standard doesn’t mean it’s outdated or obsolete. For most people, there’s little need for 2.5-gigabit Ethernet. Here’s why.

Luxury cars in 2026 don’t have to come with six-figure prices. A handful of models now sit at surprisingly accessible price points, making premium comfort and advanced features attainable for buyers on a budget. Thanks to market shifts and strong used-car demand, you can find vehicles with refined interiors, smooth rides, and upscale technology without paying top-tier sticker prices.