Quick Links You don’t need to use compatibility tools like Proton to play games on Linux. Here’s a list of 10 awesome games that have proper native Linux versions for the best in performance and stability. 1Stardew Valley With plenty of charm, lovable characters, and a highly addictive gameplay loop,Stardew Valleyemerged as one of the best games of the 2010s. And by the looks of it, the game’s popularity isn’t fading in the 2020s....
Quick Links How well do you know the features and perks included with your AT&T wireless plan? From premium services to device security features, here’s how to maximize your plan’s value. 1Take Advantage of Plan Perks 2Enable Advanced Features Several AT&T network features can dramatically improve your calling and streaming experience. Wi-Fi Calling lets you make calls over Wi-Fi networks whencellular signal is weak; enable it in your phone’s Settings under “Phone” or “Connections....
Summary It hasn’t been too long since Google released its Gemini 2.0 family of models, but the company is already moving ahead with what’s next. Google has just announced the Gemini 2.5 family, starting with Gemini 2.5 Pro. It seems rushed, but we’ll allow it. Google has just announced the introduction of Gemini 2.5, its newest generation of artificial intelligence models. The initial rollout features the experimental version of Gemini 2....
Linux is very good at running older software, but even the free and open-source operating system is stumped by the really ancient stuff developed for MS-DOS. Let’s go over how you can get MS-DOS-designed apps and games running on your Linux computer. Your Options: FreeDOS and DOSBox The two best ways to get the OG OS running are FreeDOS and DOSBox. I compare these two at length in our articlecomparing DOSBox to FreeDOS....
Summary Getting older can sometimes limit our ability to do basic tasks like turning on a lamp behind the couch or going down a flight of stairs to lock the door. Smart devices can make those tasks more accessible even to older adults with new limitations, so I put them to good use to help my parents. Why Turn to Smart Home Technology? From the catalog of smart devices, like plugs, light bulbs, light switches, and more, you’re able to easily replace or upgrade appliances with smarter versions without drastically changing their use case....
Quick Links Summary you may get your external IP from a website with the curl command like “curl -s ifconfig.me”. However, websites can change. For a more reliable answer, use the dig command instead like “dig @resolver1.opendns.com myip.opendns.com +short” to get your IP from a DNS server. You’ll need your external IP address if you want to remotely connect to your computer. Finding it manually is easy, but here’s how to find your it from within a Linux script....
Quick Links Wish you could play Game Pass and other Xbox games on your Steam Deck without resorting to a Windows installation? Good news! Here’s how to do it with free app Greenlight and a few alternative methods too. First Install AppImageLauncher We’re going to use an app called AppImageLauncher to install a free app called Greenlight (previously Xbox xCloud Client) on the Steam Deck. This will allow us to connect to a local Xbox and useMicrosoft’s Xbox Cloud Gaming platform....
Quick Links Branch protection is an important part of making sure accidents and mistakes don’t happen in your GitHub repository. They enforce rules that anyone who wants to push commits or merge pull requests in your repository must follow. Why is Branch Protection Necessary? Branch protection is all about preventing unwanted actions. You can set rules to require pull request reviews, require tests to be completed before merging, or requiring signed commits to verify authenticity....
Do you know the difference between an array and a range? How about differentiating between a function and a formula? Excel has hundreds of key terms, and some are more intuitive than others. Understanding some of the jargon will go a long way to helping you understand other aspects of the program. Microsoft has its ownExcel glossarycontaining hundreds of terms and definitions. However, in this article, we have chosen some of the more frequently used terms that will get you on your way, whether you’re reading anExcel How-To Geek guideor you’veapplied for a job that requires Excel knowledge....
Summary Photos are 2D, and so surely you’d only want to print them using a normal everyday 2D printer? However, it turns out you can create a “lithophane” from a photo and turn your snaps into actual plastic models. What Is a Lithophane Exactly? True lithophanes are porcelain pieces that have designs pressed into them when the porcelain is soft. Then, when held up to a light, the image becomes visible....
Just like our smartphones, game consoles, and computers, automotive technology keeps on advancing. In fact, there’s just too much cool tech available these days, and my list of can’t-live-without-it features keeps growing. Here are my must-have options when I’m shopping for a new ride. 1Advanced Backup Cameras & Parking Sensors I consider myself a good driver. I’ve had my license for going on two decades, during which time I’ve only had one minor accident (knock on wood)....
Summary At first, it was easy to see Apple’s Vision Pro as a technical marvel that was a leap into the future. But as a day-one owner, the improvements and new features have felt slow to arrive. Apple unveiled visionOS 2 at WWDC and, frankly, it doesn’t ease my concerns. I’m starting to get worried about the Vision Pro’s future. Here’s What visionOS 2.0 Brings to Vision Pro Version one of the operating system that launched with the Vision Pro was lacking....
Summary In my opinion, MidJourney is the current leader in paid AI image generation services, but you may bet there will be many competitors that attempt to dethrone it over the coming years. Ideogram is throwing its hat in the ring with a strong offering, but is it enough to make you switch teams? MidJourney vs. Ideogram: Feature Comparison At first glance, both services offer something very similar when it comes to features, but there are a few important differences that could sway you one way or another....
