Summary: Writing your passwords on a sticky note isn’t going to cut it anymore. To keep your personal information safe and secure, you need a password manager. Let’s get into what it is, why you should have one, and which are the best. You’ve heard it time and again: use a strong, unique password and …
Summary: The right to repair is an effort to put more power into the hands of consumers, allowing them to fix their own tech and keep e-waste out of landfills. But not everyone is on board. We cover what the movement is, what advocates are working towards, how companies have reacted, and how it could …
Summary: Virtual private networks, or VPNs, are nothing new. You might think that the only people who need them are obsessed with staying off the grid. That’s not the case, and VPNs can even be used to unlock more streaming content on Netflix, Hulu, and more. We’re breaking down how VPNs work, who should use …
Summary: It’s no secret that apps on our phones have a lot of information about us. And when it comes to health apps, that information can be very private. Find out how popular health apps are, if they’re selling your data, and how to keep your information safer online. Want the tl;dr version? Grab EarthLink …
Summary: Because so much of the internet takes place, well, somewhere else, it’s easy to imagine that there are no consequences for the network. Sadly, that’s not true. We’ve got the scoop on how the internet and devices need carbon, why cryptocurrency can be bad for the environment, and how you can reduce your virtual …
Summary: Most smartphones have a built-in health app — in addition to any that you might have downloaded. But keeping your personal information private can be tricky — here are our best tips for knowing what you should (and shouldn’t) keep on your phone and how you can adjust your app settings to fit your …
Summary: If you keep hitting your internet data cap, streaming might just be the reason. Did you know that you can adjust your settings on Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube to be a better digital conservationist? Yep. We’ve got the scoop on how much data Netflix uses plus how to trim it back — without missing …
Summary: If you’ve ever felt like your internet network is getting crowded, it could be time to upgrade. Adding a backup solution could offer the elbow room you need — whether it’s for your personal life or your small business. Here’s how it works and how it can help prevent missed calls and missed sales. …
Summary: If you’ve ever been on the market for a new internet plan, you probably know all about download speeds. Download speeds are the number that’s advertised along with your plan (like 500 Mbps or 1 Gig). But you also have upload speeds — and those are usually significantly slower. So what’s the deal with …
