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What Is FPGA and Is It the Future of Crypto Mining?

FPGA makes crypto mining more efficient. Is it be the future of crypto mining? Let’s find out!

Captchas: Why We Need Them, How They’re Evolving, and How You Can Solve Them More Easily

As humans, we have to claim we’re not robots fairly often. But there’s more to captchas than meets the eye, and they’re far from foolproof.

What Are Top-Level Domains (TLD) and How Does They Work?

Every web URL ends with something like .com, .net, etc. Those three letters are called Top Level Domains and are important to bring you to where you want to go.

How Music-Identification Apps Work

Apps like Shazam and Soundhound are great for identifying music. They are easy to use, but how they work is a mystery.

RSS Feeds: What Are They and Are They Still Relevant?

RSS feeds are still a fantastic tool for any news junkie, market-watcher, or social-media-averse individual.

From NAND to NOR: What Do the Different Types of Flash Memory Mean

When buying an SSD, you might notice that you can choose from a few different types of flash memory. The technical terms can be confusing. This explains what NAND and NOR mean.

Quantum Computers Are Here. They’re Complicated and Probably Won’t Make Your Phone Faster

Quantum computers is great and useless at the same time. Here’s why.

In-Ear vs. Earbud Headphones: Is There a Difference?

Both “in-ear” and “earbuds” headphones look similar, but they are really different from each other.

The Difference Between Machine Learning, AI and Deep Learning

The only similarity between machine learning, AI, and deep learning is that they are all difficult to understand.

Why Are There So Many Bitcoin Variants?

There are plenty of cryptocurrencies that come with the “Bitcoin” label that you will think are associated with Bitcoin. Why are there so many Bitcoin variants? Let’s find out.

Do Brain Training Apps Really Work?

If physical exercise makes your body stronger, mental exercise must make your brain stronger, right? Actually, it turns out the brain is a bit more complicated than that.

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Should You Leave Laptops Constantly Plugged In?

There is an old piece of computer advice that states you should not keep a laptop plugged in to the mains constantly for long periods of time. Does this advice still hold up?

How Common Cryptography Techniques Work Online

Without modern cryptography techniques, the Internet as we know it would not exist. Let’s take a look at how it works to protect your data.

What You Need to Know About Augmented Reality, ARCore and ARKit in Mobile

Pokemon GO stickers were just two-dimensional virtual stickers, but today augmented reality has 3D capability. This article details all you need to know about augmented reality, ARCore and ARKit in mobile.

How Active Noise Cancellation Works

Noisy environments can both distract and irritate you when you want to get work done. Headphones with active noise cancellation abilities can offer a respite. Here is how they work.

How Does High-Speed Worldwide Satellite Internet Work?

There are currently several projects that are aiming not only to make satellite internet faster but to make it available everywhere on Earth. Let’s find out how satellite internet works.

Can Power Cuts and Surges Harm My PC?

Both power cuts and power surges may have a devastating effect on your PC. If you are in a place that is prone to power cut/surge, this is what you need to know to protect your PC.

How are Cloud Storage, Cloud Backup, and Cloud Sync Different

In this article we discuss the difference between cloud storage, cloud backup and cloud sync, their pros and cons and which one is for you.

How to Use Your Smartphone’s Camera to Test Your Remote Control’s Batteries

When your remote control starts to misbehave, one trick that you can use to test a remote control’s batteries uses your smartphone camera. Here’s how to go about it.

Bitcoin Cash and How It’s Different from Bitcoin

If you exude interest in digital money, you have probably noticed that Bitcoin Cash has been the talk of the town. But what exactly is Bitcoin cash? Let’s find out.

Sbc vs. AptX vs. AptX HD: What You Need to Know About Bluetooth Audio Codecs

Learn about the various Bluetooth codec: SBC, AptX, AptX HD and LDAC and how they are different from each other.

Fileless Malware: What Is It and How Can You Protect Yourself From It?

Recently, we’ve seen a spike in an interesting method of spreading malware – by not using files at all! Here is what you need to know about fileless malware and how to protect yourself.

What Is “Right to Repair” Legislation? [MTE Explains]

The latest “Right to Repair” legislation has several implications for customers but also for the market as a whole, all of which warrants a significant amount of discussion regarding all these effects.

What Is Big Data and Why Is It a Big Deal?

Big Data is the buzzword around the tech scene these days. Like the cloud, AI and machine learning, the concept is quite tricky to explain. Find out what Big Data means and why is it a big deal.

MTE Explains: What Is Zero Trust and Why Is It So Important?

It seems as though hacking is getting more rampant, and many companies are scrambling to find out what to do to prevent falling victim to the onslaught of attacks. It’s time for zero trust models.

Data Breaches: How It Happens And How It Affects You

We hear about data breaches all the time, but not every one knows the significance of data breaches. Find out what is meant by a data breach and how it impacts Internet users (you).

What WiFi Calling Is and How to Enable It on an Android Phone

WiFi calling can be a real lifesaver when your cellular phone network doesn’t work. Learn what WiFi calling is and how you can enable it on your phone.

How to Get Started in Bitcoin Mining And Making a Profit

With all the craze around Bitcoin and the other cryptocurrencies recently, you might be tempted to set up your own mining rig and get involved. In a nutshell, this will show you how to mine Bitcoins.

802.11ax WiFi: The Next Big Thing in WiFi Standards

The 802.11ac WiFi standard was not enough for massive stadiums and large auditoriums with many users. This is where 802.11ax WiFi standard comes in. Find out how it works and what it has to offer.

How Blockchain Works and How It Affects You

Blockchain technology has always been associated with Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, but it is so much more than that. Find out how blockchain works and how it’s helping many industries operate more efficiently.

What Firmware Is and How It Differs from Software

It can be confusing when it comes to “firmware” and “software.” This article explains what firmware is and how it’s different from the software you know.

How Location Tracking Works Over the Internet

When you are online, your computer/browser gives your location away. Here’s how location tracking works over the Internet and how you can protect yourself.

What Happens When You Restart Your Computer

Restarting your computer is a common task, but do you know how things work in the background? Here is what happens when you restart your computer.

How Apple’s New Face ID Works

Apple unveiled the new Face ID in iPhone X, and many people were skeptical about it. Here’s how Apple’s Face ID works and how it prevents others from spoofing you.

Display Type Showdown: LCD vs. OLED vs. AMOLED

If you’re researching displays, you have seen the debate of LCD vs. OLED vs. AMOLED. Here are the pros and cons of each and their best usage scenario.

OLED vs. QLED: Which is the Best TV Technology?

You’ve decided to buy a 4K TV but are not sure which panel technology to go for. This article pits OLED vs. QLED and highlights the pros and cons of each technology. Check it out.

How a MicroSD Card Can Store Up to 400GB of Data

SanDisk announced a massive storage capacity 400GB microSD card. Here is how it works, and the possibility of achieving an even larger storage.

How Spear Phishing (Targeted Scam) Detection Works

A group of researchers have managed to create an automated spear phishing detection project. Learn how it works to combat spear phishing.

Your Guide to Popular Video Container Formats and Codecs

Videos come with a wide variety of extensions, and it can be confusing. Use this guide to get a handle on popular video container formats and compression codecs.

HDMI 2.1: Everything You Need to Know

There is a new specification with HDMI, and you’ll need it in your home entertainment setup. Learn how HDMI 2.1 can revolutionize your entertainment life.

HEIF – A New Image Format to Replace Them All [Technology Explained]

With image file formats, JPG is the king and is still being widely used today. The new HEIF image format is aiming to dethrone JPG. Will it succeed?

What Are Mixed Reality, Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality?

Other than the word “reality,” mixed reality, virtual reality and augmented reality don’t have much in common. Learn about their differences here.

What Are the Differences Between Binary, Decimal and Hexadecimal?

While you are familiar with counting from 1 to 10, computers use a different numeral system. Learn the differences between binary, decimal and hexadecimal, and what the point of it all is.

Why Do Printers Use CMYK Ink Instead of RGB?

Monitors use RGB to display images, but printers use CMYK. Have you ever wondered why printers use CMYK? Here’s the reason and why it matters.

The Difference Between MP3, AAC, FLAC and Other Audio Formats

With the “death” of MP3 greatly exaggerated, many folks have been wondering what AAC is about. Here are the differences between MP3 and other audio formats.

Avoiding “Juice Jacking” Attacks on Your Phone

It might be convenient for you to charge your phone in a public charging station, but you are opening yourself to “juice jacking” attacks. Find out more about juice jacking here.

How Does Audio Compression Work, and What Is “Lossless” Audio?

Have you ever wondered about the difference between “lossy” and “lossless” audio and how audio compression works? Let’s find out here.

Megabits vs. Megabytes: What’s the Difference?

Did you know that your Internet speed might not be as fast as you perceived thanks to the misunderstanding of megabits vs. megabytes? Let’s clarify that.

What Is Overclocking and What You Need to Know About It

Overclocking is a very popular term used in the world of PC building, but what exactly is it? This article explains what is overclocking and what you need to know about it.

What Is Framerate and How Does It Affect You

You have probably seen the term “framerate” plenty of times, but weren’t sure what it means and how it works. Find out about framerate here and how it affects your daily life.