Quick Links Incognito mode is seen as a privacy layer that conceals your online activity—but that’s only partially true. It comes with some limitations you should understand if you want to browse more securely. Here’s an overview of what Incognito mode does and doesn’t offer, along with some alternatives. How Incognito or Private Browsing Differs From Regular Mode When you browse the web in regular mode, the browser stores cookies and cached data, which helps load sites faster on subsequent visits....

I’ve written a lot about data analysis with Python recently. I wanted to explain why it’s been a language of choice. Here are some of the reasons I find Python so easy to use, yet powerful. Python Offers Quick Interactive Calculations Python lets me run statistical calculations much faster than I could ever do by hand. When I started on my statistics course back in college, I had to calculate basic descriptive statistics like mean, median, and standard deviation....

Windows 11 has made strides in search functionality. Even so, Listary puts it to shame. Similar to macOS’s Alred, it is a fast, centralized command center for searching, managing files, executing commands, and streamlining workflows. What Is Listary? Listaryis a powerful search and productivity tool for Windows that dramatically improves file navigation, application launching, and system commands. Acting as a centralized command center, it enables you to locate files instantly, execute commands, and streamline workflows with minimal effort....

Summary An internet speed test is a test of the speed your internet has. Simple, right? Well, it turns out that interpreting internet speed tests can be confusing, and you might think it means something it doesn’t! Running an Internet Speed Test First, let’s look at how you perform an internet speed test. This part is extremely simple, since there are many different options to choose from, and you can even do all of these if you like....

Quick Links Everyone knows how to Command+C and Command+V, but what about switching between the active windows of the app you’re using? How about skipping the trash and deleting a file in one smooth motion? macOS is absolutely loaded with keyboard shortcuts, but not all of them are worth studying and committing to memory. Here are the shortcuts I use almost every day, that are so useful they’ve become second nature....

Quick Links Android phones are packed with features that can make our lives easier, but it’s easy to overlook some of the most useful tools. I’ve been using these features for quite some time, and they genuinely help me save time and stay productive. Quick Share for Fast and Easy File Transfers If you often switch between your phone and laptop like I do, you’ll know how annoying it is to transfer files....

Quick Links It doesn’t matter how well you treat your MacBook, your battery won’t last forever. When battery health degrades, leaving your charger at home becomes increasingly untenable since the time between charges can reduce dramatically. The Obvious Sign: Reduced Battery Life It should go without saying, but a MacBook with greatlydiminished battery lifeshould benefit from a battery replacement. There are varying degrees of battery degradation, from “a few hours less than what I remember” to the machine lasting single-digit minutes when disconnected from power....

Quick Links Proton now has a Bitcoin wallet, in addition to an AI assistant to help with writing. Is this really what Proton users want to see? I’ve had a Proton account for years, and here’s what I’m personally looking for. 1File-Syncing for Proton Drive on Mobile and Linux Proton Drive is place to save or back up files online. Think of it as Proton’s answer to Dropbox, Google Drive, and Microsoft OneDrive....

Quick Links Everybody loves a quick fix and, thankfully, a lot of simple Windows optimizations are easy to apply. If you’re dealing with a sluggish Windows PC, you owe it to yourself to try one (or all!) of these tweaks. Audit Your Startup Programs You know how letting your web browser get bogged down with a pile of extensions just ruins the browsing experience? Well, Windows isn’t much different. Except instead of extensions, the dead weight comes from loading everything and the kitchen sink when Windows starts....

JavaScript is a popular language, and it’s easy to find general-purpose snippets that help complement it. But its most important context is the web browser, and there’s a lot you can do to enhance your web pages with just a little JavaScript. These snippets are designed to be dropped into any website, regardless of its underlying framework or structure. They are all short—many are one-liners—and offer plenty of bang for their buck....

Quick Links Have you ever noticed how your phone just… doesn’t last like it used to? One day, it’s going strong, and the next, it’s dying before dinner—without warning, without explanation. If you’ve ever felt that frustration, you’re not alone. And until now, Android hasn’t given users a reliable way to check what’s going on under the hood. Google is quietly rolling out a new Battery Health section in the latest Android 16 betas, finally giving somePixelusers a native way to see how much life their battery has left....

Summary TheOnyx Boox Palma 2doesn’t need to answer whether a phone-sized eReader is a good idea—it is! But this second version should be trying harder to atone for the first version’s missteps, and it doesn’t do that. Instead, it seems like Onyx is simply taking another run at the original idea. Onyx Boox Palma 2 The new generation Palma 2 is a distraction-free device that lets you reclaim your focus in the middle between tech and life....

The family car has come a long way—morphing from sedans to station wagons, minivans toSUVs—shaped by shifting needs and changing times. And now, we’ve arrived at the era of the all-in-one crossover. Today’s families aren’t just after space; they wantsmart tech, safety features that keep everyone secure, and interiors that can pivot from carpool duty to weekend adventures without missing a beat. Oh, and it all has to come at a price that won’t induce sticker shock....