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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the number of acronyms in the world of gaming? From genres to technical terms, there’s a lot to keep track of. For example, what is RNG? In this article we explain what RNG is in the context of video games. We’ll look at the meaning of RNG, study some

News outlets reported in 2019 that the Kazakhstan government has taken extreme steps to surveil citizens in its country. In particular, the government has been using a tool called a root certificate to spy on the online activities of citizens. The misuse of root certificates isn’t only a problem in Kazakhstan, however. internet users around

Apple’s Lightning connector has been around since 2012, becoming a staple in the Apple technology ecosystem. But while it is a well-recognized mainstay of the Apple brand, it’s really time for the company to retire the connector. From consumer cost to fragmentation in the Apple ecosystem, here are five reasons why Apple needs to get

Back for a new run of episodes, this week’s Really Useful Podcast is a “back to school” special, with tips for students looking for new laptops, computer chairs, and useful apps and websites. Really Useful Podcast Season 4 Episode 1 Shownotes In this week’s show: Please share our podcast with anyone you think would benefit

“It’s in the cloud.” That common phrase still causes confusion. Here’s another one: “It’s a cloud service.” Why isn’t the service firmly rooted to the ground? Cloud computing is everywhere. Most major online services use cloud computing in some manner. Cloud computing powers Facebook, Twitter, Netflix, iCloud, Google Drive, and countless other day to day

IGTV, or Instagram TV, is still a bit of a dark horse. You know it’s there—you get notifications about the newly posted videos—but you’re probably unsure about what is does and why you should care. So, what is IGTV? In this article we’ll explain what Instagram TV is, explore how it differs from posts and

Linux is free as in freedom and free as in cost, but that doesn’t mean it comes cheap. Sure, you can download a GNU-based operating system and load it up on your computer without paying a cent. But if you want to buy a PC that already has a free and open source desktop pre-installed,

Apps dominate your phone. For a long time, apps didn’t influence your desktop or browser in the same way. That has changed in recent years. Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) are growing in stature and altering our interactions with all manner of websites.But what exactly is a Progressive Web App? What does a PWA do that

Are there any parts of your house that your Wi-Fi network doesn’t reach? The solution could be to use powerline adapters. These devices offer a quick and easy way extend your network. They’re affordable and don’t need you to install any extra cables in your home. Let’s take a look at what you need to

Buy a new computer, or looking to upgrade? You may have come across a newer type of storage known as NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express). NVMe SSDs deliver significant speed improvements over the SATA SSDs that have become commonplace is computers today. A “slow” NVMe may still be three times faster than the SATA SSD that

Reliance Industries Limited Chairman Mukesh Ambani announced at the company’s annual general meeting (AGM) earlier this month that Jio Fiber will finally start rolling out commercially beginning September 5. At the same time, Ambani revealed that the Jio Fiber consumers will also get fixed line phone service, earlier called Jio FixedVoice. At the AGM however,

The way we watch media has changed radically in recent years. Platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video offer on-demand services that many prefer instead of traditional television subscriptions. Initially, these services only worked on computers, but devices like the ones provided by Roku can turn any television into a streaming media machine. It’s time

You’ve probably heard in the past how dangerous WEP encryption is, and that you shouldn’t use it on your home network. What is WEP, and why do people advise against using it? Let’s break down what WEP means and all of the flaws that come with it. What Is WEP? WEP stands for “Wired Equivalent

Everyone wants to squeeze more battery life out of their phones. And while you can manually optimize battery usage to a point, nobody wants to worry about that all the time. That’s why Google includes its own battery optimizer for Android, called Doze, as part of the operating system. While this feature is beneficial a

The barrier of entry to make apps and websites has lowered, and people with less programming skill can now develop software. What changed? Low-code design tools allow people to create complex programs with less coding experience. Today you’ll learn what low-code is, how it works, and whether you should use it for your projects. What

Most people who have an income are required to file income tax return aka ITR. Filing income tax returns in India is a fairly simple process for many people. You can file ITR online for free easily via the Income Tax Department’s official website or third-party IT return filing websites as well. The deadline for

As a computer user, if you had to define a shortcut, you’d probably say it’s a pointer to a file, folder, or an app, right? That’s correct. But that short definition doesn’t tell the whole story at all. It implies that all shortcuts are the same when they’re not. You have nearly a handful of

If you’re an avid mobile user, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of LTE, 4G, and the upcoming 5G. What do these terms all mean, and how do they fare when compared against one another? Let’s explore all of these terms LTE, 4G, and 5G, and decide which one comes out on top. What Does

Have you ever accidentally deleted a WhatsApp chat and regretted it immediately? Wondering if there is a way to get it back? Worry not, we’re here to help. We’ll share a way to restore deleted WhatsApp chats and one method to bring back WhatsApp chats overwritten by an iCloud or Google Drive backup. Before trying

If you’re a regular computer user, you may have only come across the consumer-facing editions of Windows. But did you know that Microsoft also publishes an entire Windows Server line of its operating system? Let’s take a look at the differences between Windows Server and normal Windows. We’ll see what Windows Server includes, what it

If you’ve been shopping for HDMI cables recently, you may have spotted gold HDMI cables, along with some claims about what they can do. What are gold HDMI cables and are they better than regular ones? Let’s break down the evidence for and against gold HDMI cables to see if they’re worth your money. What

Cloud computing has changed the way that businesses think about their IT infrastructure. No longer do you need to invest in expensive hardware or maintain your own server rooms. You can now have access to computing power and storage as and when you need, thanks to cloud services. There are two dominant players in the

In 2015 a new fad was born: hoverboards. Since then they’ve been through internet obsession, celebrity endorsements, bad press, and downright bans. And even if the hoverboards’ popularity is dwindling down, they’re still fun to ride and kids still love them. So if you’re thinking about getting one, here are the answers to your burning

Planning a trip this summer? Looking forward to a hot vacation, or simply traveling to see family and friends? Whatever you’re up to, it helps to plan in advance, stay secure, and not share your activity online. In this Really Useful Podcast we take a look what precautions you can take for travel and vacations

Whether you’re building a PC or just want a fast disk drive for running your operating system, it’s wise to consider an SSD drive. But rather than choose a typical 2.5-inch SATA device, why not consider something a bit more up to date? SSD has evolved, with devices released that plug directly into the motherboard.

Back when Bluetooth audio was still new, there was a significant difference in sound quality between a pair of wireless headphones and wired headphones. Those differences have since reduced, as have the prices of good wireless audio products. Today, it’s possible to buy a decent pair of Bluetooth headphones for less than Rs. 5,000, and

File compression is a core part of how the web works. It allows us to transfer files that would otherwise take too much bandwidth and time. Whenever you access ZIP files or view JPEG images, you’re benefiting from file compression. Thus, at some point you’ve probably asked a question: how does file compression work? Here’s

Access to the internet plays an important role in our daily lives. So much so, that more people are beginning to see access to reliable, sufficiently fast internet as a human right. But why is internet access being promoted as a human right? And what happens when we don’t have the ability to connect? Here’s

All hard drives die. It’s normal to purchase a new one every few years, either to replace an old hard drive or to use as additional backup drives. But which hard drive should you buy? What hard drive do I need?! Hard drive shopping doesn’t have to be difficult. In fact, there’s a lot of

WhatsApp Status lets you share photos and videos with people who use the messaging service that’s become a ubiquitous social media platform in India. WhatsApp used to be an app where you could just chat with people but a couple of years ago, it added a feature called WhatsApp Status. This is pretty similar to