How-To Geek

I’ve always considered myself to be a privacy-focused individual. I use strong passwords, I’m careful about what I share online, and I audit the permissions of my apps, probably more than I should. But recently, I realized that I have been overlooking one of the biggest security and privacy threats around, the browser extension (also called add-ons or plug-ins).

Whether you obsessively try to watch as many movies as possible or you're simply looking for something to unwind with, I have hand-selected five films streaming on Netflix that are sure to brighten your day.

With how oversaturated the gaming mice market has become, even a newcomer behemoth like Sony struggles to stand out. So, while the Sony INZONE Mouse-A gets most things right, are those bare essentials enough for it to stand out among similarly priced and specced mice?

If you’re shopping for a car, some of the best deals are actually on used models. Over the past five years, hybrids have surged in popularity, offering efficiency and perks that traditional gas cars just can’t match.

If you've encountered the word "Boolean" but aren't quite sure what it means, this is the guide for you! From definitions of key terms to easy-to-follow examples, here's everything you need to know about Boolean logic in Microsoft Excel.

Spotify, Apple Music, or whatever service you use is getting more fragmented and more expensive. You're probably listening to the same set of albums over and over, like most people, too.

As if the proliferation and sophistication of scams on the internet weren't already enough, AI technologies are already making them more common, and harder to spot. Old scams can now be automated en masse, and entirely new scams are possible thanks to the latest AI tech.

“Horror movie” is such a broad term. You've got your supernatural films involving ghastly ghosts and demons, undead zombies, psychological mind-jobs, and “elevated” cinematic horror, like that of Jordan Peele or Ari Aster, designed for more refined horror fans. As for me, I prefer slasher movies—the ones where a psycho killer lets loose on a group of helpless victims, picking them off one at a time.

Nobody truly knows what happens when we die, but it’s always fun to speculate. There might be a heaven, hell, or something much stranger beyond our comprehension. Imagining the afterlife in film is about as enticing and bountiful with ideas as envisioning the darkest depths of outer space.

If you're a documentary lover, Netflix served up a treat in Summer 2025, with eight installments of fascinating tales that went viral with Trainwreck. From malicious mayors to catastrophic cruises, here's my ranking of each episode in the series.

Whether you’re a gamer, work from home, or just spend a lot of time at your PC, you likely sit at your desk for hours each day. That’s why it’s worth making your setup as cozy and convenient as possible.

I’m writing these words from my Galaxy Z Fold 6 running a beta test version of Samsung’s upcoming One UI interface. This time around, there’s just one feature in particular that made me willing to take a chance on buggy software just to get my hands on it.

If you primarily play online games, your headset is a crucial piece of gear. It provides a real advantage by helping you pinpoint where your enemies are. However, the truth is that a “gaming” headset isn’t necessarily the best tool for the job. Here's why.

Dialogue is the most important part of movies and shows. You notice immediately when dialogue is too loud or too quiet, and having issues can ruin the entire experience. So, if you want the best quality, you need to focus on making sure your setup is done correctly for dialogue.

You know how they say that things keep evolving into crabs in nature? Well, it seems that, for some reason, social media platforms all eventually become TikTok. Which is very annoying for those of us with too much chronic back pain to be on TikTok in the first place!

You may have switched to Linux recently or years ago, but how much has your thinking changed? Linux is more than software to me; it's an entire ecosystem with its own set of ethics. I've outlined 5 markers that clearly indicate that I have moved on; perhaps you have too?

You've probably noticed a trend with recent smartphone launches that not everyone loves. The new Google Pixel 10 series looks almost identical to last year's Pixel 9 series, and the Samsung Galaxy S25 series looked very, very similar to last year's Galaxy S24 series. I don't think that's a big deal—let me explain.

While the shine of streaming services seems to be dulling right now, there's no getting around the fact that in the long run plastic discs with movies and shows on them will probably stop being a thing.

Vivaldi is the first truly unique browser I ever came across. It feels like it's built on a cohesive philosophy entirely, and even if other browsers can't copy that philosophy, they can steal the many awesome features this browser has.

If you want an affordable EV, buying used is still the smartest move. With new EVs averaging around $60,000 in the U.S., getting a nice one without spending a fortune can be tricky.