Image: the Internet Archive The Internet Archive is back online in a read-only state after a cyberattack brought down the digital library and Wayback Machine last week. A data breach and DDoS attack kicked the site offline on October 9th, with a user authentication database containing 31 million unique records also stolen in recent weeks.The Internet Archive is now back online in a “provisional, read-only manner,” according to founder Brewster Kahle. “Safe to resume but might need further maintenance, in which case it will be suspended again.”While you can access the Wayback Machine to search 916 billion web pages that have been archived over time, you can’t currently capture an existing web page into the archive. Kahle and team have gradually been restoring A... Continue reading…

When it comes to building a home lab, power-guzzling server-grade PCs are the best systems for the job. But things are a bit different when it comes to running apps inside containers. Since containers especially the ones deployed using Docker arent very taxing on your hardware, you dont need server systems armed with tons of CPU cores and more memory than an entire platoon of Macbooks just for containerized workloads.

Image: The Verge Both T-Mobile and AT&T have plans to release their first devices soon that run on RedCap, a 5G specification that is tooled for Internet of Things devices, according to Fierce Wireless. What is RedCap? Great question! Also called “reduced capability” or NR-Light, RedCap is a low-bandwidth version of 5G that’s expected to make certain devices, like wearables, sensors, or surveillance cameras simpler and more power efficient, according to an Oracle document. That could mean cheaper cellular-connected smartwatches, XR glasses, or other portable products that don’t need high-powered antennas and fast throughput last longer on a charge. AT&T, which began testing the spec on its own network early this year, reportedly plans to release its... Continue reading…

In a world thats more fast-paced than ever, staying organized is crucial. Whether youre a student, professional, or just trying to keep track of lifes endless to-do lists, note-taking apps are one of the best ways to stay on top of everything. But with so many options available, finding the right app can feel overwhelming. From simple interfaces to feature-rich platforms, here are the best note-taking apps to boost your productivity.

Browser users come in one of two flavors; you either keep your tabs under check or you let them run rampant like a digital hydra. If you're in the latter camp, Google is working on a new tool that can help you manage your ancient tabs better.

The world of generalized computing is an interesting place, and week after week there's always something new and exciting to talk about. I like to keep a general eye on what's happening in the world of tech, and some of it can be incredibly nerdy. This is a weekly column that I'll be writing called "Bit by Bit," talking about a mixture of topics that I find interesting and have my own thoughts and opinions on.

Even with capable alternatives out there, Microsoft Office remains the undisputed king of productivity suites and a go-to choice for consumers, professionals, and businesses to craft compelling documents, build powerful spreadsheets, or design attention-grabbing presentations. However, the way we access Microsofts productivity tools is changing.

Welcome to The Drive, a weekly column looking at some wacky, interesting, cool, and pivotal things within the tech space! Curated by PC Hardware Lead Editor Richard Edmonds through almost two decades covering the sector.

How well do you think old hardware can manage if you hooked it up to the internet? We saw what happened when someone connected Windows XP to the internet, and now someone has tried getting a 1986 Macintosh Plus up and running. It took a lot of work to get everything running smoothly, but I daresay the final result was actually pretty impressive.

Building your own pfSense router is one of the best upgrades you can make to your home networking set up. It opens up a world of power and customization that's normally locked away in expensive, off-the-shelf routers. But getting pfSense up and running can be a daunting task, and there's lots to learn as you go. Some quick research beforehand, as well as a basic understanding of what your router does and how it works, can help you avoid sinking time and frustration into any of the common pitfalls.

Illustration by Laura Normand / The Verge The Presidential campaign of Donald Trump asked X to stop links to a story containing VP nominee JD Vance’s hacked dossier from circulating before X chose to block them, reports The New York Times. X had cited its “rules on posting unredacted private personal information” as its justification for suspending the reporter who first published the dossier in his story.That’s a markedly different set of actions than those Musk took two years ago after criticizing Twitter’s decision to suppress a 2020 news story about Hunter Biden’s laptop. He called the choice “a violation of the Constitution’s First Amendment” and seeded internal documents related to the decision to certain journalists to report on — which doxxed people in the process.T... Continue reading…

All the best pre-built NAS enclosures come with an array of first-party apps that are made to work perfectly with the brands hardware. Be it at home or work, these apps are often more than what you need to make the most of your NAS. However, if you want to go beyond the basics and push your NAS to its limits, there are quite a few advanced tools that you can try out. While some of these little-known apps for NAS enclosures can improve your existing workflow, others will introduce new functionalities to make your life easier. This is our handpicked selection of unsung apps that will take your NAS experience to the next level.