8 Ways to Open the Windows Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager

8 Ways to Open the Windows Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager Ever heard of the Windows Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager? It’s an incredible tool that helps you test your website before hosting it on the internet. In this article, we’ll check out why it’s worth using the IIS Manager. From there, we’ll explore the various ways to access this tool. How Is the Internet Information Services Tool Useful? When you create a website, you’d usually want to test it first before hosting it on the internet....

April 14, 2025 · 4 min · 794 words · Peter Martinez

Diablo Immortal hands-on: Between the Devil and the deep blue sea

Diablo Immortal hands-on: Between the Devil and the deep blue sea Yesterday Diablo Immortal started rolling out to the masseseven though today is the game’s official release date on mobile (with thePC betagoing live today too). Since the stable version has been available for over 24 hours now, and since today is release day, I’ve taken the opportunity to dive deep for a hands-on, to offer my early impression of the stable release, with a lengthy gameplay video included that showcases precisely how Diablo Immortal plays (this includes the in-game shop and all settings)....

April 14, 2025 · 10 min · 2083 words · Ruth Burton

Here Are the Best Apps and Games of 2022, According to Apple

Here Are the Best Apps and Games of 2022, According to Apple Apple’s App Store is one of the biggest app markets, mainly because the iPhone is one of the most successful phones ever. As such, it just makes sense for Apple to recognize the best apps on its platform. In fact, every year, Apple releases its list of the best apps and games for the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Watch....

April 14, 2025 · 3 min · 479 words · Jason Hoffman

How Microtransactions Are Ruining the Gaming Industry

How Microtransactions Are Ruining the Gaming Industry There’s no doubt that microtransactions are the future of gaming. With microtransactions, gaming companies can continually develop a franchise and have the funds necessary to grow the game years after its initial release. When done correctly, microtransactions can open endless doors for gaming companies to introduce new features and expand the world they’ve established. However, microtransactions can also appear as predatory, especially if they are integrated in a way that inhibits a gamer’s experience instead of enhancing it....

April 14, 2025 · 6 min · 1081 words · Kendra Campos

Cash in on a stylish Google Nest Thermostat for just $90 this Black Friday

Cash in on a stylish Google Nest Thermostat for just $90 this Black Friday Go green at home with the ENERGY STAR-certified Google Nest Thermostat. With the help of a steady Wi-Fi connection and management from Google Assistant or Alexa, you could easily save over 10% on your heating and cooling bills. The Nest Thermostat learns the ideal temperature for its new home, but temperatures are adjustable with the handy Google Home app anytime, so you can easily dial in your day-to-day settings....

April 13, 2025 · 3 min · 491 words · Steven Bishop

Dark theme boot screen spotted in testing for Chrome OS

Dark theme boot screen spotted in testing for Chrome OS If you’re a Chromebook fananda Dark Theme stan, then you may be particularly excited to hear that a dark boot screen for Chrome OS has been spotted in recent Dev-channel releases. The new look started appearing late last week for devices like the Pixelbook and Lenovo Duet running the latest Dev channel Chrome OS 101 releases. However, reports indicate some subtle differences between devices....

April 13, 2025 · 3 min · 525 words · Sarah Wolf

Geekom Mini Air 11 Review (and Giveaway!)

Geekom Mini Air 11 Review (and Giveaway!) Geekom Mini Air 11 The Geekom Mini Air 11 is a tiny, cheap, and versatile Windows PC that can be used for a wide range of computing needs, for both business and personal use. While the price and form factor hits the sweet spot, its performance can be lacklustre with more intensive tasks. The PC market is massive today, and for the average person, it can be hard to decipher what’s truly necessary for their use-case scenario....

April 13, 2025 · 10 min · 1983 words · Pam Montgomery

Google Assistant Snapshot is gone for good

Google Assistant Snapshot is gone for good It’s been a long time since Google Now disappeared from your phone’s home screen, but fans of contextual feeds and informational cards haven’t been without a replacement.Google launched Snapshot back in 2018, and although it’sgone through various changes since, it’s always been accessible through Assistant. Unfortunately, its days have come to an end, finally leaving the legacy of Now in the rearview mirror....

April 13, 2025 · 3 min · 472 words · Catherine Peterson

How to Watch Hulu With No Ads

How to Watch Hulu With No Ads Do you get tired of suffering through long and boring commercials when watching shows or movies on Hulu? Well, there’s good news—you can easily get rid of those ads. Just choose the right Hulu subscription plan, and you won’t have to see any ads anymore. Introducing Hulu With No Ads Huluis one ofthe best streaming TV servicesavailable. Not only do you get Hulu’s original content, like Only Murders in the Buildingand The Handmaid’s Tale, but you also get to watch a lot of current network programs the day after their first run on regular TV....

April 13, 2025 · 4 min · 795 words · Chelsea Williams

Manage GNOME Extensions Like a Pro With Extension Manager

Manage GNOME Extensions Like a Pro With Extension Manager The free and open-source GNOME desktop environment has long supported extensions, which expand on what the interface can do. But for years, GNOME didn’t do a great job of helping you find and install these extensions. The process involved going to a website, installing a Firefox extension, and crossing your fingers. Now there’s an app that takes all the pain out of the process....

April 13, 2025 · 4 min · 666 words · Reginald Martin

Pixel Buds A-Series fix for its broken bass slider is (probably) on the way

Pixel Buds A-Series fix for its broken bass slider is (probably) on the way Google’sPixel Buds A-Seriesfirst arrived about a year ago, and the earbuds have held up pretty well, thanks to features like IPX4-rated water/sweat resistance and “Hey Google” hotword detection. A December update for the earbuds introduced a host of new additions, including aloudness compensation toggleand a bass slider. Unfortunately, that slider’s been a bit messed up for a while now, but Google is finally getting around to remedying the problem with the help of a new firmware update — we think?...

April 13, 2025 · 2 min · 348 words · Daniel Jackson

The Advantages and Disadvantages of iOS 16’s PassKeys Feature

The Advantages and Disadvantages of iOS 16’s PassKeys Feature At WWDC 2022, Apple announced iOS 16, promising to bring a slew of new features to the iPhone. One such feature is Passkeys, which aims to eliminate the use of passwords across the web. While this may sound too good to be true, Apple’s Passkeys feature has its fair share of pros and cons. But before we go through them, let’s briefly discuss what this feature is all about....

April 13, 2025 · 6 min · 1105 words · Miss Elizabeth Dominguez

The OSOM OV1 might come in fun colors like these, with a 'Summer 2022' launch now teased

The OSOM OV1 might come in fun colors like these, with a ‘Summer 2022’ launch now teased OSOM, the smartphone companyrising from the ashes of Essential, has taken to LinkedIn of all places recently to promote its upcoming phone. At this stage, nothing seems set in stone, but the company has shown off four bright colors the OV1 might come in. Co-founder and OSOM CMO Wolfgang W. Muller also indicates a “Summer 2022” launch could be possible....

April 13, 2025 · 2 min · 413 words · Jonathan Robinson