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Beware of the physical and mental toll that metaverse takes. The dot-com boom in the 90s brought about a new “global community” concept. Now we have yet another breakthrough called the metaverse. Microsoft and Facebook have presented a preview of what the metaverse entails. With the massive change brought about by the internet, the metaverse…
There are better alternatives to Google Chrome regarding privacy-focused browsing on your Android phone. According to trends on Google Play Store, Brave and DuckDuckGo are increasingly popular choices among Android users. So, which of these alternatives is better for private browsing for Android? What’s the difference? Below are significant differences between DuckDuckGo and Brave to…
This guide looks at recently released Windows 11 features, Microsoft Edge’s dominance in the browser market, and Nintendo’s latest closure and the impacts. Run Android Apps on Windows 11 You’ll need a pretty beefy Windows 11 PC to incorporate Android Apps. Your PC should have at least 16GB of RAM. That’s not all. Microsoft has…
Metaverse is taking shape rapidly, and you better be prepared. You must have heard the term “Metaverse” before, and it’s recurring a lot lately. Although developers are yet to call it a wrap, we already have close examples of metaverse such as Decentraland, Roblox, Fortnite, and Second Life virtual worlds. Recently, Facebook changed its official…
The media has relentlessly portrayed social media badly, making users take it for granted nowadays. You must have heard discussions on the significant time we waste when glued to these platforms. Some find social media biased and full of toxic and meaningless arguments. All these are negativities associated with social media, but they’re all controllable….
Old age comes with boredom and loneliness as it becomes difficult to socialize. However, joining select online communities can help the elderly feel connected, enjoy their leisure time, and make new friends. While there’s a wide array of online communities on different social media platforms, not all are suitable for the elderly. Read on…
Use link checkers to ensure that the link you’re about to click is not malware. Whether the link comes from a friend or colleague, clinking recklessly on unknown links is unwise. Ransomware is one of the common security issues these days, and the main contributor to the rapid spread is people clicking dangerous links, mainly…
5G has become the new buzzword changing the world around us. Tech experts say this advanced technology will transform our lives significantly and expedite the development of advanced technologies. But, what technologies exactly? How is 5G affecting your daily life? Below, we look at the available 5G and what to anticipate. What is 5G? Also…
Extremely slow internet connections could signify that your internet service provider (ISP) is throttling your connection. No one wants to use a slow connection. Videos, pop-ups, and websites taking forever to load can be a nuisance. Is this what you’re paying for? Of course, you expect a high internet connection when you pay your ISP,…
Channel bonding could help provide a better browsing experience. So, if you want fast internet speed, channel bonding with hardware and software could come in handy. Save yourself from the tortuous nature of a slow internet connection due to a limit set by your internet service provider. Multiple Internet Connections Your area is the primary…
Google wants Apple to use Rich Communication Services (RCS) instead of iMessage. Google has already incorporated the texting service in Android, and you can access it on the Messages app. The RCS also works on a few other third-party messaging apps. But is RCS better than MMS, SMS, and iMessage? Google says yes, while Apple…
WhatsApp is a frequent target for hackers and scammers. The Meta-owned platform is among the most popular messaging apps, with over a billion active users worldwide. Such a massive following makes WhatsApp a priority prey for cybercrime. Below are some common scams and security issues to look out for on WhatsApp. Web Malware One of…
If your working area at home is cluttered with paperwork, these sites and free apps will help manage the inventory and keep it tidy. It’s always a good idea to overhaul, especially on special occasions like anniversaries, birthdays or new year. But how exactly do you declutter your life? Where do you start? These sites…
With Google Drive, you have all the tools to add beautiful signatures to Gmail. Modern email signature means more than the typical goodbye salute. Google Drives enables you to create an appealing Gmail signature that will make email recipients retract their intent to send it to the trash. Email signatures have become more like business…
You’re likely to use Google Chrome to surf the net at home or in the office. But did you know that the browser has advanced settings that could improve the experience? While you may not need these tweaks every time you browse, they are options that significantly improve your browsing. Chrome’s advanced settings might sound…