The VPN Protocols You Should Be Using (Plus: Watch the Ball Drop)

December 31, 2021

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Eastern gray squirrels can recall the locations of the several thousand food caches they make each year, but thankfully, they forget a few before they get back to them. Squirrels burying nuts is one of the main sources of tree propagation in the eastern part of North America.

There are multiple VPN protocols, and which protocol a VPN uses has a big influence on how it functions. Some protocols are a lot better than others. Thankfully, finding the best VPN protocol is easy as there are only a few candidates. Read More »

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There’s nothing like a loud bang and a bright flash of light to really make an occasion feel special. New Year’s Eve, Halloween, and of course, the Fourth of July are all celebrated with fireworks. They’re a pretty tricky subject to photograph, though, so let’s break down what you need to know. Read More »

Do you have a date in your spreadsheet that you want to turn into the day of the week? If so, Microsoft Excel has multiple features and functions to help you do that. We’ll show you how to use them. Read More »

There are lots of bands available for your Apple Watch, and finding the right one can be tricky. Whether you need one for everyday wear, working out, or a classy affair, we’ve highlighted the best Apple Watch bands that we think you’ll love! Read More »

If you are shopping for an 8K TV, you’ll likely come across something called “8K Association Certified” or “8K Certified.” Here’s what this certification means and how a regular 8K TV is different from an “8K Certified” TV. Read More »

At the end of 2021, Times Square will ring in 2022 closer to the way it has since the dawn of 1908, with at least some number of revelers present. Although some broadcast plans have been canceled—the planned show on Fox will no longer air—there are still plenty of ways to stream the Times Square Ball drop this year. Read More »

If you don’t have the time to read your Kindle books anymore, or if you’ve switched to another ebook service, it’s a good idea to cancel your Amazon Kindle Unlimited subscription and save money. We’ll show you how to do that. Read More »

With the heavily advertised Google Workspace now online, you may find yourself wondering whether it’s time to leave open-source LibreOffice behind and switch to something a bit more corporate. We compare the two to see which may be the better fit. Read More »

Apple added tags to Apple Notes in late 2021, making it even easier to keep things organized. Tags can also be used to create smart folders, collections of notes assembled by tag regardless of which folder they are stored in. Read More »

Let’s be honest. The most important thing about a cookie is its taste. If you’re hosting or taking a dozen cookies to an event, though, you also want them to look pretty. Read More »