As global trade tensions and tariffs reshape how Canadians shop, many consumers are searching for alternatives to US-based retailers like Amazon. I recently decided to make my first purchase directly from AliExpress, one of the world’s largest online marketplaces, to see how it compares in terms of price, experience, and…
Most of us know the drill: once or twice a year, we should update our passwords. It’s a good habit, but in today’s world of SSDs and cloud storage, there’s more to digital security than just a strong passphrase. The SSD “Shred” Problem If you’re a Linux user, you may…
Welcome to the covert world of digital forensics, where every image tells a story, but only the sharpest minds can decode its hidden messages. Whether you’re a budding “agent” or just someone curious about how to protect privacy online, this article dives into the world of image manipulation and anonymity…
If you’re a Manjaro user who boots into a different kernel via the GRUB menu and then discovers — to your dismay — that your selection doesn’t persist after a reboot, you’re not alone. Manjaro makes it easy to install and switch between multiple kernels, but oddly, it lacks an…
As Windows 10 approaches its end of support in October 2025, I keep seeing advice online urging users to switch to Linux. The idea sounds appealing: Linux is free, secure, and supposedly a perfect replacement for Windows. But after testing it on my own desktop with an NVIDIA graphics card,…
Why You Might Install an Additional Kernel on Manjaro Imagine this: you’re a music producer using Harrison Mixbus, a professional DAW (digital audio workstation) that demands low-latency performance for real-time audio processing. Everything is going well until suddenly, you begin experiencing glitches, dropouts, and unpredictable behavior. You try tweaking settings,…
This workflow outlines a streamlined process for Linux users or intermediate users transitioning to Windows, offering a fresh start with a clean, optimized Windows 11 setup. The process ensures minimal bloat, essential drivers, and tools for productivity while maintaining simplicity. 1. Downloading the Windows 11 ISO Why: To create a…
If you’re looking for a lightweight and versatile code editor, Geany is an excellent choice, especially for Windows users. Here’s a quick guide to help you install Geany and get started with Python programming. Step 1: Download Geany Step 2: Install Geany Step 3: Set Up Python Make sure you…
Learning how to program is no longer as hard as it used to be. I first became interested in programming in the mid-’90s, but back then, setting up a programming environment was a daunting task. I struggled for years to follow the poorly documented appendix sections in programming books. It…