If you want to use Microsoft's productivity suite but don't want to pay for Microsoft 365 or purchase an Office license, your only option is to use the web version. However, Microsoft has quietly released a new Office client that you can download to your PC for free. However, don't get too excited; you may not want to go through the hassle once you read the limitations.

Modern NAS models are designed to be truly plug-and-play devices with user-friendly software that is both easy to set up and operate. Even the OS will feel familiar if you’ve been using Windows or Linux on your laptop. So, it takes only a few clicks to ensure your data on the NAS is as secure as possible — and with automation, you won’t have to lift a finger after the initial setup in most cases.

Building a NAS is often associated with Linux-based solutions like TrueNAS, Unraid, or OpenMediaVault. But what if you want to use Windows instead? While it might not be the first choice for enthusiasts, Windows can be a viable option for a NAS, especially if you're turning an old PC, a mini PC, or a laptop into one.

The end-of-support date for any major operating system is often met with pushback from loyal users and businesses that don't want to (or can't, for various reasons) upgrade to the next major version. In October 2025, the EOS date for Windows 10 will arrive, and anyone who wants ongoing updates after that will have to pay Microsoft for the privilege.

The browser space is constantly evolving, with new contenders such as Arc, Zen, and Opera Air emerging to challenge the established giants like Chrome and Edge. Among them, the recently introduced Opera Air promises a fresh browsing experience with a suite of unique features built around mindfulness. But does it truly offer enough to entice users away from their familiar browsers?

Sometimes, you just need to make a project because it looks pretty. And how much prettier can you get than an LED matrix? If you're interested in sprucing up your room or office with a cool light show, this Raspberry Pi project may be just what you're looking for.

TeamViewer has been a staple for remote access for years. But like many, I found myself increasingly frustrated with its limitations, especially the rising costs and sometimes clunky performance. I needed a reliable solution for accessing my home computer from work, helping grandma with tech issues, and occasionally collaborating on projects remotely. I used to rely on TeamViewer to do the job. However, the constant banners for commercial use, even when I wasn’t using them for business purposes, and the occasional lag during crucial moments pushed me to explore other options. This is where I came across NoMachine, a no-nonsense, user-friendly tool for the job. After putting it through its paces, I’m genuinely impressed.

While I have tried countless habit trackers and beautifully designed journal apps, they often end up gathering dust after a few weeks. Frustrated with the lack of a truly adaptable and personalized system, I took matters into my own hands. Turns out, the solution was right under my nose: good old Microsoft Excel. It began as a simple experiment and quickly turned into a powerful, effective habit tracker that finally helped me achieve consistent progress.

Wi-Fi is great, and advancements like Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 have improved the technology leaps and bounds when it comes to latency, bandwidth, and range. However, despite those advancements, Wi-Fi will never be better than Ethernet, and there are a few reasons why for that.

It's easy to fall into the trap that video games have no benefits past entertainment, but there has to be more to it, right? It felt like I gained a few IQ points just from playing Baba Is You. Well, the good folk at the University of Sheffield have some good news for Counter-Strike players: your game of choice may help you make decisions faster.

Changing your Windows wallpaper from boring default options to something more exciting can help you feel relaxed or inspired when working at your computer all day. Images of nature such as mountains and rivers can transport you to dream locations, and movie posters can bring back memories of good times with family and friends.

Rarely do we see any Raspberry Pi projects that combine new tech with the old. And by old, we mean really old—think stuff people were doing in the 1800s. This cool project is the result of using a Raspberry Pi to perform a miniature version of a classic illusion, and it still looks fab this side of the 21st century.