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The UnGoogleification Continues: A New (To Me) Chrome Alternative

January 23, 2019

Since I do about half of my work online, the web browser is probably one of the most important programs I use. Indeed, for many people, the web browser is becoming the most important app on their computer. Today, the web browser is almost like a second operating system – I would venture to say…
Apple’s New iPad Port Adds to USB-C Mess

December 19, 2018

As with any new Apple product, the (released along with and ) have created quite a buzz in the tech industry. While the new iPads are incredible from a CPU standpoint (outperforming 92% of other laptops, including many of Apple’s own), the inclusion of a USB-C port instead of the iOS-standard Lightning port is a…
FCC Comments Show Nuanced Net Neutrality Understanding

November 21, 2018

An interesting update about the unprecedented number of comments that were received by the FCC regarding the repeal of the 2015 Open Internet Order (commonly referred to as net neutrality). When the FCC opened up comments from the public regarding net neutrality from April to August of 2017, they received an incredible 22 million comments…
Update Your Router [NOW!]

November 7, 2018

If you have Internet in your home, you probably have a router. Either you’re leasing one from your ISP (and you really should buy your own) or you bought one from Amazon or Best Buy. Your Router’s Function Either way, your router is one of the most vulnerable and critical pieces of your network. And…
Chrome Takes A(nother) Step Back From Privacy

October 24, 2018

Since 2008, Google’s Chrome browser has been boon for all users of the internet, but lately there have been some curious developments taking place within the Chrome browser (and Google itself). Remember, if you will, browsing the internet in 2008.Microsoft’s Internet Explorer had around 70% of the browser market, with Firefox right around 25%. Safari…
How Google Knows So Much About You (Hint: It’s your Android phone)

February 12, 2018

As I mentioned in my previous post about making the jump from Android to iOS, I’m really enjoying some of the things that Apple has to offer (although there are many that baffle me). One of the things I’m enjoying most, though, is Apple’s approach to privacy from 3rd parties – Google included. While I…
Android to iOS: Why I Switched

January 12, 2018

So I did something a few weeks ago that I never really thought I would do. I switched from an Android phone (I’ve used Android phones since the original Android phone – the T-Mobile G1) to an iPhone (more specifically, the iPhone 8). I did this for a few reasons, which I’m putting down for…
Stay Away from Project Fi – Maybe

October 23, 2017

I’ve written a little bit about Google’s cell phone provider – Project Fi. You can read a bit about Project Fi here and a bit about data savings for Project Fi here. In general, my wife and I have been pretty happy with the Fi service and savings. Be warned: if you use more than…
WannaCry Virus: What You Should Know

May 15, 2017

If you follow the news at all, you’ve probably heard at least something about the WannaCry ransomware virus that has been making life miserable for IT and security professionals every since last Friday. This malware is certainly the worst seen so far in 2017, and is one of the most quickly-spreading malware attacks ever, infecting…
Not Even Horn Mouthpieces Are Safe From Internet Scams

March 16, 2017

If you’ve done much buying or selling online, then you probably don’t have to be told that there are hundreds of potential scams that you have to watch out for. It turns out that (unsurprisingly) even smaller websites dedicated to selling horn-related material are a target for some scam attempts. Despite my pretty obvious interest-bordering-on-obsession with…