Blog Posts for December, 2021

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18 Fascinating Facts About Email (Email Definitely Isn’t Dead)

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When the internet first went mainstream in the 1990s, email was all the rage. It was trendy, fun, and somewhat mysterious. However, as internet use has continued to grow and new technologies have emerged, it seemed like email might fade into the background as a still-important but less relevant communication tool. That's not the case, Email is here to stay and we look at these fascinating facts that show us Email definitely isn't dead in 2021.

The Working From Home Survival Guide: Speed Up Your Internet And Streamline Your Setup

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Working from home has long been the dream of many office employees. There's a certain freedom that comes with having a commute that can be measured in steps and not miles, and in the ability to work in comfortable clothing from your own home. That said, technical problems can cause stress which derails your day. Here we look at the best way to speed up your internet and streamline your work at home set-up.

How To Remove Yourself From The Internet

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Have you ever Googled yourself? We're guessing the answer is probably yes, either out of pure curiosity or as part of a job application process. If you have a relatively common name, maybe this wasn't all that shocking of an experience. Yet those of us with more unique monikers probably walked away from this exercise, shocked at how much of our information is out there and how easy it is to access.

14 Ways To Save Money When Working At Home

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If you are reading this, you are most likely working at home or soon will be. Considering how many people have been working remotely over the last year regardless of the pandemic, you may also be reading this a decade into your remote work lifestyle. It is absolutely a lifestyle different from what most people are used to, complete with its own routines, benefits, and budgeting and money concerns.

The 5 Best Docking Stations of 2020

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Laptops are extremely handy, and their portability is more of a selling point than their sheer computing power. Even being able to bring your laptop to the couch makes it a great device compared to a 20-pound full tower titan. However, laptops also must make sacrifices in terms of power, versatility, and the number of ports and features they can have on them before they run out of space or become too cumbersome. This, in turn, can lead to some problems when you want to make the most of your device or connect to larger screens.

Internet Safety: How, Why And Why To Use A VPN

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You have probably heard about Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) before and may have some general knowledge of what they are or how they work. But why exactly are they so important? Why does every other information security article mention them? Why have they become a big business and something advertised to you on every other website? Are they worth it, and what do they do?

Internet Access For Kids: A Guide For Parents

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Navigating the internet and its usage regarding your children can be a difficult subject to talk about and a hard set of rules and ideas to navigate. On the one hand, your children need access to the internet for school and socialization (especially in the middle of nationwide school closures due to the pandemic), and there is eventually no avoiding their internet use. On the other hand, there are legitimate and serious dangers online, some of which can cause long-term damage to your children's mental health. You do not want to be neglectful about these matters.

Online Gaming Statistics in 2020: Interactive Entertainment in the New Decade

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It's quite likely that you have played video games recently, and probably have done so online. While perhaps marketed initially as a diversion or toy for children, many games and the gaming industry itself grew up with their audience. Now gaming provides consumers massive online communities, cinematic experiences that can last for literal days, a wide array of platforms to choose from, peripherals far beyond a simple joystick and a few buttons, and programs to reach people of all backgrounds. And much of the experience is online and requires internet access to enjoy, for better or for worse.

Internet History: The Story of Domain Names

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To help you better grasp the background and inner workings of a tool we use on a near-constant basis, we are presenting you with the complete history of domain names. Hopefully, after reading, you'll be able to wow your friends and family at trivia night with your knowledge of what domain names are and where and how they impacted our modern world history.

The 3 Best Modem Router Combos for 2020

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If you decide to forgo the devices that your cable ISP is giving you (with their associated rental fees), you may want to invest in an excellent modem router combo. While a modem might provide your home with internet and will be good if you are just connecting a device via a LAN port, the truth is that many devices and functions today all but require a WiFi Network in your home. This is where the modem router combo comes in.

Where Can I Find The Cheapest Internet In The World?

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Internet access has quickly become a human right, according to many organizations across the world. It has perhaps been the most significant technological change, practically no matter where you live and the advent of improved communications technologies and the ability to access more information than has ever been available across the course of human history. Yet whatever your opinion and hopes are regarding this trend, the reality is that most people around the world still must pay for internet access, whether through government-run providers, private ISPs, or something else entirely. Yet how expensive is internet across the world when comparing countries? Would it make a difference if you were to move or take an extended stay in another place?

Is Your Internet Set Up Ready for These Awesome Smart Home Gadgets?

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You have likely seen the ads and articles about smart home tech already, and how a new revolution of digitally accessible and enhanced homes is upon us. Voice commands for everyone and everything, minimal waste with maximum comfort, and toast on a remote timer. It appears no modern convenience is beyond the household willing to embrace the latest and greatest technology and invest some money into the project.