Sunday, January 27, 2019

Common Smarthome Myths That Just Aren’t True

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Common Smarthome Myths That Just Aren't True

Smarthome technology has come a long way. It still isn’t for everyone, but some of the common myths people use to avoid smarthome tech aren’t true. Smarthomes don’t have to be expensive, and they aren’t always listening to you, for example.   Read More »


5 Creative Uses for Smart Plugs

One of the best values in all of the smarthome technology available is the handy smart plug. They’re cheap, but they can do a lot. Here are a handful of creative uses if you find yourself pondering the implications.   Read More »


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The Best Hair Dryers For Every Budget And Hair Type

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What Is the “God Mode” Folder in Windows 10, and How Do I Enable It?

What if Windows let you quickly access administrative tools, backup and restore options and other important management settings from a single window? If that sounds good, look no further than the so-called “God Mode.”   Read More »


5 Creative Uses for Smart Plugs

One of the best values in all of the smarthome technology available is the handy smart plug. They’re cheap, but they can do a lot. Here are a handful of creative uses if you find yourself pondering the implications.   Read More »


Huge Supercomputers Still Exist. Here’s What They’re Being Used for Today

Supercomputers were a massive race in the 90s, as the US, China, and others all competed to have the fastest computer. While the race has died down a bit, these monster computers still used to solve many of the world’s problems.   Read More »


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The initial appeal of smarthome devices can be one of intrigue. Furthermore, these products can do a lot more than you might think from first glance.   Read More »


What Do “7nm” and “10nm” Mean for CPUs, and Why Do They Matter?

CPUs are made using billions of tiny transistors, electrical gates that switch on and off to perform calculations. They take power to do this, and the smaller the transistor, the less power is required. “7nm” and “10nm” are measurements of the size of these transistors—“nm” being nanometers, a miniscule length—and are a useful metric for judging how powerful a particular CPU is.   Read More »




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