Sometimes, it takes Microsoft a little while to get around to fixing that one bug that has annoyed you for years now. It even has a habit of re-adding bugs that went away 20 years ago with a new Windows 11 update. If you've been using Windows for a while, you may recall that File Explorer became a little sluggish around the Windows 8.1 era and has remained that way ever since.

I reviewed the Ugreen DXP4800 Plus NAS around this time last year, and I noted that while the hardware was good, the software was lacking. A year later, the software is significantly improved, and the hardware is just as good. However, I've been experimenting with networking in recent months, and I decided that my next project would be to replace my ISP's router with an OPNsense router instead. I was weighing up my options in terms of hardware, and I remembered that the Ugreen NAS has two fairly beefy Ethernet ports on the back. I asked myself if it could work, and as it turns out, it can.

There are several ways to record the screen of your computer. If you're using a Windows PC, you can use the Snipping Tool or the Xbox Game Bar. On macOS, the built-in QuickTime Player does a good job of recording the screen. However, the output from all of these is quite basic. No fancy animations, no built-in editing tools, and no shortcuts. In fact, the Xbox Game Bar doesn't even allow you to record the screen in certain apps. So, I decided to look for a more powerful alternative. That's when I stumbled upon Loom. For those unaware, Loom is one of the best screen recorders out there with a plethora of features. However, my hunt didn't end there. I generally prefer open-source apps since they're better in terms of privacy, so I started looking for more options.

Most of us rely on Windows 11's built-in File Explorer app for navigating our laptops and locating files. It gets the job done, but other available file management tools offer superior practicality and performance, making it easier to find what you're looking for.

Synology has long been one of the most trusted names in network-attached storage solutions. Whether you’re a power user, a small business, or someone who just wants a rock-solid backup solution, Synology’s combination of reliable hardware and polished software has made it a go-to brand. But recently, the company announced a controversial change that’s raised more eyebrows than praises for its upcoming hardware. Starting with its 2025 Plus Series NAS models, Synology will only offer full support for drives that are either Synology-branded or explicitly certified by the company. While this might sound like a simple quality control move, it comes with a slew of consequences, and most of them aren’t good for users.

The Raspberry Pi is a fine SBC, but it's by no means the only one out there. There are other options available that do different things, and while there isn't a "best in class" board, they all do something the others can't, which makes it handy for picking one to fit your specific project.

Street Fighter 6 is getting another character added as DLC in the form of Elena. For many fans, it's another beloved character from the series making a triumphant return. But that's not the only new additions being added to the game. Those looking to pick up Elena as a playable character in Street Fighter 6 can expect her to arrive on June 5th, 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC through Steam.

What better way to give a board game a digital spin than with a humble Raspberry Pi? With a little bit of ingenuity and a lot of tinkering, you can breathe a new technical life into pretty much any board game you can think of. From adding rule-checkers to having an artificial intelligence physically move the pieces, the possibilities are endless. However, sometimes, you just flat out make an entire board game using a Raspberry Pi. Because why not?

When I first started using GIMP, it was easy to hold it up to Photoshop's standards and notice how different GIMP was and where it fell short. But after spending more time with GIMP, I also started to notice a few things it actually does better than Photoshop.

When I started laser engraving, I expected a learning curve — but not the kind that would waste entire afternoons. Many of the mistakes I made seemed small at the time, but they ruined projects or forced me to start from scratch. These five missteps were the most frustrating because they were avoidable once I knew what to look for. Learning from my experience could save you a lot of time and headaches if you’re diving into laser engraving.

As the Windows 10 end-of-support date looms in the distance, Microsoft would really, really prefer that you upgrade to Windows 11 already. The company has already tried convincing people that TPM 2.0 is worth the trouble of upgrading for, and now, Microsoft is trying a new strategy: selling its Copilot+ PC.

Coming from a coding background, I've spent considerable time using the Vim editor because of its efficiency, modal editing, lightweight, and highly customizable options. Vim taught me a lot. It was awkward to use at first, but then it reshaped the way I write and edit, helping me adapt the keyboard-focused workflow by eliminating the dependency on the mouse.