It’s Time To Start Backing Up Your Important Files to the Cloud
Digital data is increasingly important in our work and personal lives. If you have precious documents on your computer—whether it’s a presentation for work, a draft of the novel you’re writing or family photos you treasure—it’s a good idea to take steps to keep them safe.And the best way
Why Is Fiber Future-Proof?
Updated on May 11, 2023 If you’ve looked into making your home internet a gigabit fiber connection, you’ve probably seen some marketing materials that claim fiber optic internet is future-proof. This isn’t made-up marketing talk. It’s real. Let’s explore what it really means—and why fiber is going to keep
Creating a Smart Home Wine Cellar
Collecting wine is almost—almost—as fun as drinking it. But if you’re going to get the most from the bottles you put away for a few months or even years, you need to store them correctly. Most of us don't have the setup for a regular wine cellar, but you
What You Need To Know About Medical Tech Wearable Security
Wearable devices—like smartwatches and fitness trackers—increasingly are being used to monitor health and inform medical care. While they’re undeniably useful, this does bring with it a range of valid security and privacy concerns. Let’s explore some of the big issues with medical wearable technology.The benefits of medical wearablesConsumer medical
Tech You Need for Your Workcation
If you’ve been working remotely from home this past year, you’ve probably wondered if you could take a working vacation or “workcation” and work remotely from, well, anywhere. The good news is you probably can—you just need the right tech to make it happen.I’ve been traveling the world and
The Best Smart Devices To Give Your Kids
Kids are coming of age in a totally connected world. To get by, they’ll need to know how to navigate smart devices of all kinds. Reality is getting augmented and going virtual.But too much technology can also be scary for parents—and understandably so. The unfiltered internet can be a
How To Set Up and Program Your Own Personal Streaming Server
Is your favorite movie on Netflix? What about Prime Video or Hulu+? And is that show your partner loves on HBO, Disney+ or Apple TV+? Do you even subscribe to where it's available? The streaming service situation has gotten a bit ridiculous over the last few years, and there
Alexa-Compatible Devices for Your Smart Kitchen
Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant can do a lot to help out in the kitchen. Some of the best features baked in are:Set multiple timers, so you know when to check the oven or take your pasta off the heat.Find out how many grams of flour are in a cup,
Why Virtual Reality Needs Fiber Optic Internet
Virtual reality (VR) could change the world. Imagine being able to watch a baseball game live from the pitcher’s mound, or have a telehealth appointment where your doctor can show you what will be happening in your upcoming surgery? VR has the potential to do all these things, but
Creating a Smart Bedroom for Kids
Smart home technology can do a lot to make parenting easier. Smart baby monitors can tell you when your infant is moving around, smart speakers can play soothing music while they drift off and smart lights can enforce a bedtime routine (or scare away monsters under the bed). Your child may