Is AI dangerous?
Every time some new tech comes along, there’s always "that guy"... You know, the one who warns you that it’s gonna make children dumb, we should all run for the hills, and so on. So, when it comes to AI, I really don’t want to sound like that guy. BUT... Lately I’ve...
JavaScript: Get CSS properties of an element before inserting it into the page
Here's a fun one: You've got something like an icon image, and you want to insert it into your web page using JavaScript. Easy, right? Well, maybe not... What if you need to know the size of the <IMG> before you plop it in the DOM tree, but you also have @media...
SURPRISE! Rare Earths and high tech hot air
We hear a lot about rare earth metals and how important they are. The truth, however, is a bit more complicated. There is a LOT of hot air being spewed about rare earths these days... So, let's filter out the nonsense! Without further ado: YouTube:...
How to copy your WSL linux to another PC
WSL, or Windows Subsystem for Linux, is super-useful for running linux in Windows 10/11. But what happens when you want to copy your WSL flavor of linux to another machine? With WSL2, it's super-easy! Just type a few commands, and you're off and running... First...
The Truth about Quantum Computing
We hear a lot about quantum computers these days. They're supposed to work almost like magic. We're even told to choose a certain VPN because they're "quantum proof"! The trouble is, even most experts agree we're not 'there' yet. Far from being an impending...
AI, Green Energy, & The Science Problem
While most people were distracted by China’s new flavors of AI, something even bigger was happening. China’s EAST experimental fusion reactor ran at temps 6X hotter than sun’s core for almost 18 whole minutes, doubling its previous record. Well, who cares?? You do!...
The biggest problem with batteries
I recently bought new Enegon batteries for the DSLR cam I use to make videos. Unfortunately, one of them died on me the first time I used it. This was particularly surprising given that the batteries got very good reviews on Amazon. So, I decided to open up the dead...
Fix shared folders not working in Windows 11 24H2
Recently, Microsoft started pushing out Windows 11 24H2 to darn near everyone. Ideally, this is because it's now stable... Unfortunately, many users are having problems accessing shared folders on their local network after upgrading to 24H2. Luckily, once we...
Best HIGH-tech gift for just about anyone
What do you get for somebody when you have NO IDEA what they'd like? For a high-tech gift that everyone will love, look no further than a UGREEN Uno USB charger! They're cute, they're powerful, and mine has been very reliable. It's the perfect high-tech gift for just...
Best LOW-tech gift for just about anyone
What do you get for somebody when you have NO IDEA what they'd like? And preferably without breaking the bank? Easy: You get them a date calendar puzzle from DragonFjord Puzzles! Even people who hate puzzles quickly become addicted to this thing, and it lasts the...
Can you upgrade to multigig Ethernet?
It's time to upgrade your Ethernet! New multigig Ethernet switches that run at 2.5 Gbps are now much cheaper to buy. So the only question left is: Will your Ethernet cables actually work at multigig speeds? Well, theoretically, if they're at least Cat 5e, they SHOULD...
Not your typical 5G study…
A few months ago, a new study of the effects of 5G on rats was released. At first glance, the study appears to confirm that there's nothing to see here. But a more careful read reveals it's not so simple. And now, the authors of the study announced that the plot...
Make your own multigig home router with OpenWrt
With fiber internet, ultra-high download speeds are pushing the envelope in terms of home routers. While 1 Gbps Ethernet used to be enough, many ISPs are offering 2Gbps speeds - and up! Unfortunately, your standard home router these days usually only offers a single...
SuperSaver: Easy Washer Drawer Fix
Is there detergent or fabric softener left in the drawer of your washing machine? Besides the common fix, there's another thing to check that will get you back up and running in no time. Save some bucks and fix 'er good in just a few minutes! Let's take a peek......
How to fix low mic volume on MSI and other PCs
My wife's MSI GE75 Raider 10SE laptop recently had a quirky audio issue: the mic volume was really, really low. It didn't matter if she used the integrated mic, or an external one. I set out to solve the problem, and determined that it wasn't faulty hardware. Instead,...
Why electric vehicles burn so well
Electric cars, e-bikes, e-scooters: they all use lithium-based batteries, and they all seem to burn very well. While many agencies and officials claim traditional cars are at higher risk of bursting into flames, we don't seem to hear so much about them in the news....