Summary Chances are, your Linux distro manages processes with systemd. If you know where to look, you can find systems that offer greater choice and control to their users with different approaches. Obarun is one of them. Is this Arch variant for you? What Is Obarun? Obarunis a Linux distribution based on Arch that aims to promote greater choice in init systems. It’s another attempt to attempt to thwart the systemd juggernaut....
Summary TheWhoop 4.0is not just a general fitness tracker for anyone. It’s a fitness tracker for those serious about improving multiple aspects of their lives. In that regard, I would suggest this device is more of a life tracker to help people gauge how well their daily lives are in balance—between sleep, stress, and activity. Whoop 4.0 is easy enough to wear with useful information, but nearly everything about it, from charging to its hefty subscription, requires an individual to be motivated to collect the information the device gathers....
Quick Links Since the premiere of Star Trek: The Next Generation, fans have debated which series is best. But it seems that most Trekkies can’t distinguish “my favorite” from “the best.” In honor of the 30th anniversary of Deep Space Nine, here are all the reasons why DS9 is the best of the franchise. Opinions incoming, Captain! In explaining why I believe Deep Space Nine is the best series, I necessarily mention that I don’t enjoy some other series–probably some you like....
Quick Links If you’ve played games on a 4K TV and thought, “this doesn’t look that much better,” you’re not alone. On paper, 4K offers a massive leap in detail compared to 1080p, but does that paper specification translate to real-world differences? The Performance Gap Between 1080p and 4K Is Massive To put this all in context, it’s important to understand just what it takes to render a game at 4K....
I’ve been watching anime as a core hobby for just over 25 years now, devouring series from the early days of the medium up to the present day, and while most of the ways things have evolved have been interesting and fresh, one area we seem to have gone backward is series length. Most standard anime “seasons” are now only a little longer than what used to be called OVAs (Original Video Animation) and that’s a huge cut to the amount of content you used to get....
Quick Links Summary Just because ebikes are heavy doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get one. Several lightweight styles are available, plus the motor offsets the weight, making them enjoyable to ride. Electric bikes are an absolute blast to ride, which is why they continue gaining popularity everywhere. If you’re looking for your first ebike, test rode one, and are shocked by its weight, you’re not alone. Many first-time buyers have a lot of questions, including, “how much does an ebike weigh?...
Summary While Microsoft removed Paint 3D from the Microsoft Store in early November 2024 and sent it to the big Recycle Bin in the sky, I’m still using the app and will never delete it from my Windows PC. Here’s why. Paint 3D is Excellent For Resizing Images Despite Paint 3Dnot being availableanymore, I find it handy for simple image editing tasks, especiallyresizing. To resize the image or its canvas, all you have to do is select the “Canvas” tab....
Quick Links Summary Amazon Fire Tablets are some of the most accessible gadgets on the market. For around the same price as dinner and drinks for two, you get a full-blown tablet. However, they’re stuck with the Amazon App Store. If you want some of the most popular apps, you’ll need to install the Google Play Store. Big name apps like WhatsApp, Netflix, Spotify, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and more are available on Fire Tablets....
UPDATE: 2025-08-11 BY CORBIN DAVENPORT Zoom changed the ToS again Zoom has now updated its terms of service agreement again, which the company says will “further confirm that we will not use audio, video, or chat customer content to train our artificial intelligence models without your consent.” The original article continues below. Zoom skyrocketed in popularity during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, as millions of people around the world suddenly needed to work from home and have meetings over video calls....
Electric vehicles are slowly but surely becoming more mainstream. However, one thing continues to be a concern for the average buyer, range. If you’re looking for an affordable EV, chances are that you want to pick from a list of models with the best overall range. With automakers reporting theirmost recent sales figures, it is clear that electric vehicles are becoming more and more popular. This is in no small part thanks to brands bolstering their options with bigger and better batteries....
If you’re in the market for an SUV that is guaranteed to last, then one of your best options is a Honda. Not only do they have a remarkable reputation for reliability, but their SUVs have always offered a brilliant blend of comfort, technology, and practicality. Whether you’re on a tight budget and looking for something cheap and cheerful, or you’re looking to save yourself a couple of bucks by getting something a couple of years old, there are great Hondas to choose from....
Quick Links A digital audio workstation makes recording music easier than ever: all you need is a computer. Easy is relative though, and if you’re new to using DAWs, they can be tricky. Here are a few tips that helped me out early on. The Best DAW is the One You Have One issue that plagues both newdigital audio workstation (DAW)users and even seasoned users is the nagging feeling of being limited by a particular DAW....
One great thing about Linux is that it’s not homogeneous. It’s a vast and diverse ecosystem of distributions. While some distros can seem inaccessible to newcomers, there are plenty of others that are designed to be beginner-friendly and easy to use. I recently covered five suchdistros, including popular choices such as Linux Mint, Ubuntu, and Zorin. However, as there is no shortage of fantastic Linux distributions, I am back with five more to offer you even more options to begin your Linux journey...
