Modern video compression algorithms aren’t the same as the image compression algorithms you might be familiar with. Here’s how video compression works.
RFID Blocking Wallet: Are They Useful?
Thieves can easily steal information from your credit cards if the card has an embedded RFID chip. This is where an RFID blocking wallet is useful.
What Is a Time-of-Flight Camera and How Does It Work?
You’ve probably noticed that many flagship phones nowadays come with a time-of-flight camera. But what is a time-of-flight camera, and how does it work?
How to Buy Bitcoin
While the inner mechanisms of cryptocurrency are complex, buying and using it is actually very easy. Here is how you can buy bitcoin and start using it.
What Is Serverless Computing?
Serverless computing is a new trend that allows developers to host their apps and websites without having to run or maintain a server. Find out how it works here.
Are Dark Themes Really Better for Your Eyes and Battery?
Using a dark theme is said to be better for eyesight and battery life; how accurate is this? Here we will debunk the myths about dark themes.
Dolby Atmos vs DTS:X – Which Is Better?
Different codecs, like Dobly Atmos and DTS:X, have different surround-sound capabilities and support different types of hardware used in higher-end home theater systems.
How an Accelerometer in a Smartphone Works to Track Your Movement
The accelerometer is the component in your phone that detects if you are holding it upright or sideways. Find out how an accelerometer works in a smartphone.
What Is Bluetooth 5.1 and How Is It Different?
Bluetooth 5.1 is here, and it comes with handy improvements. This short primer on Bluetooth 5.1 shows how it’s different from the previous standard.
How Secure Is Your Stolen Encrypted Data?
Chances are that some of your data has been stolen. There’s a good chance it was encrypted, but how secure is your stolen encrypted data?
What Is “Ping” and How Does It Affect the Internet?
You may have come across the term “ping,” but what is a “ping” really? What does it mean in the computing world, and why does it have such an odd name?
Hashing vs. Encryption: How Your Password Is Being Stored in Server
There are various methods used to safely store your password in a web server. Here we show how password hashing, encryption and storage works.
Audio Wars: Digital (S/PDIF) vs. HDMI vs. Analog
From analog to digital, there are quite a few audio formats that are still in use today. Should you use Digital (S/PDIF), HDMI or just plain analog? Let’s check it out.
The Pros and Cons of Your Technology’s Short Lifespan
Technology products are designed to have a short lifespan, whether you like it or not. There is some rationale behind them, though a little outrage over planned obsolescence is certainly justified.
How macOS App Sandboxing Protects Users
Sandboxing is a tool used by macOS to limit the damage that a hijacked app can do. Here is how macOS app sandboxing works to protect its users.
Why Do Data Breaches Happen So Often?
The news is packed with reports of huge data breaches, and they never seem to cease. This is a quick look at how data breaches work and why it is impossible to eradicate them.
9 Great Ergonomic Improvements to Make at Your Work Area
Ergonomics is about decreasing strain by ensuring safe and optimal working conditions. Here are nine great ergonomic improvements to get you started.
The Rise of Gift Card Scammers, and How They Work
A newer tactic used by scammers is to get you to send them gift card rather than bank transfer. Find out how gift card scammer works and how to protect yourself.