Search Like a Lazy Genius
Let’s talk about the most frustrating game no one likes to play: “Find That File I Know I Saved Somewhere.” It starts innocently. You open your computer, type a keyword into the search bar, and wait for Windows to work...
Free Tools, Hidden Traps
(And Yes, the FBI Is Sounding the Alarm) We’ve all been there. You’re on a deadline. A client’s asking for a PDF, but all you’ve got is a Word doc. Or you’ve just finished a PowerPoint masterpiece and want to...
The Thermostat Breakup
The Great Cutoff: October 25th By October 25th, your Nest thermostat will stop taking your calls. Literally. No phone control, no Google Home commands, no smartwatch taps, no sweet-talking it from Alexa. If you’re still rocking a Gen 1 or...
Yesterday’s Firewall, Today’s Risk
Pop quiz:When’s the last time you opened your network closet? You know the one.That dusty little room (or shelf, or box) where “the internet stuff” lives.Chances are, there’s a blinking box in there quietly doing its job. Maybe it’s labeled...
Hack Me Baby One More Time
You ever feel like your computer is giving you side-eye? Like it knows something you don’t? Maybe it’s just tired. Or maybe… you’re being watched. If you feel like cyber attacks are happening more often, you’re not wrong. They’re not...
Clipboard Leaked Your Incognito?
Let’s be honest. When you open an Incognito tab in Chrome, you feel like a secret agent. No history, no cookies, no digital trail. It’s the “clean getaway” button of the internet. Or at least, it was supposed to be....
Your Password Stinks
Weak passwords are the low-hanging fruit of cybersecurity. And guess who’s hungry? Cybercriminals. With plenty of time. And zero chill. If a hacker cracks just one of your logins, they’re not politely peeking around. They’re going full Ocean’s Eleven… snooping...
Windows 11 Has Trust Issues
Thinking of upgrading to Windows 11? Smart move. It’s faster, more secure, and way better looking than its predecessor. But before you click “Update,” here’s a reality check: your device needs to be ready. Windows 11 is free to upgrade…...
Delete Your DNA Data While You Still Can!
Well, it finally happened. 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy, and now everything—including your DNA data—is effectively on the clearance rack. Despite their reassurances that “your data is safe,” the company is literally auctioning off its assets. Do you trust a...
