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Who hasn’t spent an evening slaughtering their enemy’s peasantry in order to handicap their production capabilities in Age of Empires? Or built an extensive empire from scratch in Civilisation? However, not all strategy war games place such emphasis on warfare or expansion. Instead, some war games place you in charge of a sovereign state’s government,

You’ve probably seen apps that claim to translate what your cat is saying. But can they really translate your cat’s meow into English? The short answer is yes, sort of. It’s difficult because of how unique each cat’s “language” is, but they can get pretty close with modern technology. Cat translation apps like MeowTalk use a

High security registration plates (HSRP) has been made mandatory by Delhi Transport Department for all vehicle owners in the national capital. HSRPs and colour-coded stickers must be present on all vehicles sold before April 2019. Violators could be fined up to Rs. 10,000. The application process is pretty easy and you only need to keep

Infinite scrolling is a technique used by many modern websites, including Twitter, Facebook, and Reddit. Whether you’re a user who wants to know why a website’s behaving the way it is or a designer considering using the technique, understanding it is key. Here’s what infinite scroll is, what’s good about it, and what’s not quite so

If you’re new to WordPress (WP), you might be wondering how everyone adds those nifty features and functions to their pages. Some might have turned their WP pages into a fully functioning e-commerce store, while others may have a job board or forum going on in there. The secret is in the site plugins. These

Considering installing a second operating system, and want to be aware of the risks? Having Windows and Linux installed on your PC gives you the best of both worlds. But it isn’t always smooth sailing. Dual booting can lead to problems, some of which are difficult to foresee. Is dual booting safe? Does it affect

Every year, security and tech companies publish details of thousands of vulnerabilities. The media duly reports on those vulnerabilities, highlighting the most dangerous issues and advising users on how to stay safe. But what if I told you that of those thousands of vulnerabilities, few are actively exploited in the wild? So how many security

If you’ve prodded around your router for a small amount of time, you’ve probably found a strange button labeled “WPS” on it somewhere. But what is this mysterious button, and what would happen if you pressed it? Let’s break down what “WPS” stands for, why it has a button, and how it works. What Is

Digital currencies have started to dominate the financial news cycle in recent years. However, while the vast majority of investors and media reports talk about Bitcoin, other cryptocurrencies have also gained traction and popularity. Dogecoin is one such cryptocurrency that has delivered staggering returns but has also found itself amidst controversy of late. So what

If you have a YouTube channel, Twitch stream, podcast, Facebook page, Instagram account, or TikTok, you’re probably keen to find and audience. But how do you find followers and build a following? This week, we take a look at the various techniques you can use across several social platforms and mediums. You may be surprised

A DDoS (distributed-denial-of-service) attack is a type of cyberattack used to disrupt the normal traffic of a site or service with requests. The attack affects different platforms, including websites and video games. In a DDoS attack, the server infrastructure that an online service relies on experiences unexpected traffic, forcing it offline. Since the first denial of service

Receiving calls from phone numbers that mimic your own? The chances are that it’s a scammer using the neighbor spoofing method to lure you into a malicious scheme or to obtain your personal information. So what exactly is neighbor spoofing? How do scammers ring from numbers similar to your own? And can you do anything to

Whether you’re building a PC or just want a fast disk drive for running your operating system, it’s wise to consider an SSD drive. But rather than choose a typical 2.5-inch SATA device, why not consider something a bit more up to date? SSD has evolved, with devices released that plug directly into the motherboard.

Windows 10 is a definite improvement over previous versions in many ways—but it can also feel slow and sluggish when it isn’t configured properly. Of the many ways to improve Windows 10 performance, there’s one lesser-known feature that you should know about: Superfetch is now referred to as SysMain after the Windows 10 1809 update. In this article, you’ll

There are many good reasons to upgrade your router. You’ll get lots of potential benefits: you can get faster speeds, improved range, and new features. It’ll also ensure maximum compatibility with your latest gadgets. But to get the best out of it, you also need to set it up properly. It’s not difficult—adjust the hardware, tweak

Given that we use digital correspondence a lot in our daily lives,  the hot topic of “end-to-end encryption” appears in the news every so often. But what is end-to-end encryption, and how does it differ from other kinds of encryption? Let’s break down this encryption method and see why it’s so important. What Is “End-to-End

A good router can make a massive difference to the speed of your internet connection. But if you don’t have the money to fork out on a top-of-the-range model, what other avenues are open to you? If you want to know how to optimize router settings for speed or establish the best router configuration for

A network security key is a password used to connect devices to a wireless network. It is used to protect a Wi-Fi network from unauthorized users. Only those with the correct key may access a wireless network. Your network security key comes in various forms, from passphrases to digital signatures and biometric data. The keys

Disney owns almost everything in Hollywood, and for generations, it has been responsible for engineering some of the most memorable moments in mainstream pop culture. To strengthen its dominance in the entertainment industry, in 2019, Disney entered the streaming game. Fast forward a few years, and Disney+ now has over 90 million subscribers, and that number

Starting a new job and waiting for ages to get all the required logins is something we have all experienced in our work lives. As annoying as it sounds, it is actually the Principle of Least Privilege (POLP) at play. This is a design principle that plays an integral part in shaping the security landscape of any organization. It

There are plenty of different cybersecurity threats on the internet, but the dreaded ransomware is one of the most prolific ones out there. It’s as scary as it sounds, so it’s a good idea to learn about this threat, what it does, and what to do when you’re hit by it. Let’s explore what ransomware

Have you gotten a GZ file, and you’re not sure how to open it? This guide will tell you what a GZ file is and how you open it on Windows, Mac, and Linux computers. It’s fairly easy to view the contents of a GZ file on any of the popular platforms, and there are

The 2021 Indian Premier League auction is set for Thursday in Chennai, but it’s not like the mega two-day IPL auction events you’ve seen in the past. This year’s IPL auction will run for just a few hours, with a total of 292 players available for the eight 2021 IPL teams — Chennai Super Kings,

In early February 2021, Tesla, the electric vehicle manufacturer, announced that it had invested a staggering $1.5 billion in Bitcoin, a cryptocurrency. The company’s CEO, Elon Musk, is a proponent of the digital currency, having often publicly stated his interest in blockchain, the underlying technology. However, Bitcoin is fast becoming one of the least environmentally-friendly

Have you updated your phone recently? Is Windows 10 up to date, or do you have updates pending? Why should you have to bother, anyway? In this week’s podcast, we explore Windows Update, updating a Mac, iPhone or iPad, Android, and even game consoles. This week’s useful links: Christian Cawley and Ben Stegner are your

Computer processors have advanced quite a bit in recent years. Transistors get smaller every year, and advancements are hitting a point where Moore’s Law is becoming redundant. When it comes to processors, it’s not just the transistors and frequencies that count but also the cache. You might have heard about cache memory when CPUs (Central

Microsoft Edge has introduced a Kids Mode on the browser. Designed to offer Web browsing in a child-friendly, customisable manner, the new Kids Mode is currently only being rolled out to US English on Windows and macOS. Apart from that, Microsoft Edge has also rolled out adaptive notification requests that studies crowdsourced data to stop

If you write a lot for the web, then you should learn Markdown. It’s a simple markup language that lets you format text easily without worrying about the bulk of full word processors. Let’s take a look at what Markdown is, why it’s useful, and how to start using it. What Is Markdown? Markdown is

While the Web 3.0 stack is not yet fully developed, much progress has been made to set the foundations for a new online ecosystem that breaks away from the traditional web into new realms of online interaction. There are many examples of early-stage Web 3.0 applications being made and used which show how much potential

Email is the biggest culprit behind most cyberattacks. It is an easy access point for malware, adware, spam, and phishing, and provides infinite opportunities for threat actors to get hold of your personal information. To mitigate these threats, stringent security measures should be in place for both individual and business email accounts. Email Security and Encryption Despite the popularity of other