In the last decade or so, demand for SUVs has skyrocketed, making up 81% ofautomotivesales last year. Surprisingly, no German brands featured in our list ofbest-selling SUVs in 2024, perhaps due to their premium price tags. However, you could getused luxury vehicleswithout the hefty price tag on the used market, and we’ve pulled together the top 10 Mercedes-Benz SUVs you should buy used. There are a few important checks you should cover before buying a used SUV, particularly one that had a big price tag when new....

Quick Links If you use the terminal often, you probably know the ls command. It lists what’s in a folder, but if you add some flags it can do a lot more. You can view extra details, locate files faster, and get exactly the information you need. Here are some useful ls flags I use and why they help. 11-l: Detailed Directory Snapshot When you type ls without flags, you just get filenames....

Quick Links With the back-to-school season in full swing, you may be wondering if you have what you need to succeed in your math and science classes. You’re in luck, as Linux happens to be one of the main platforms of math and science. you may use the same apps professionals do to earn top grades. 1SageMath SageMathis an open-source mathematics system that’s intended to be similar to Mathematica or MATLAB....

Summary Windows dominates the computer operating system market, but in the light of unpopular policies and features, along with decades of bugginess, are you really stuck in Microsoft’s playground? If you think about it, you might actually not be chained to the Gates of that garden after all. Most of What You Do Happens in a Web Browser A modern web browser is essentially a mini operating system itself, and you can even run applications in it or access them via the cloud....

Quick Links Many people know about the different functions in Excel, but fewer know the cool tricks that will help you save time and visualize data more effectively. In this article, we’ll show you five tips you may keep in your armory for the next time you use Microsoft’s spreadsheet program. Select Arrays Quickly With a Keyboard Shortcut There’s nothing remarkable in knowing the Ctrl+A keyboard shortcut—it’s one of the most well-known shortcuts out there....

Quick Links Unplugging things to save on your electric bill is a great idea, but there are a few things you should always leave plugged in to avoid flooding, mold, and other risks to your health and home’s structure. The Golden Rule of Leaving Things Plugged In Every home is different, and you might have particular devices that we don’t mention here. So a good golden rule to follow regarding unplugging something to save money is to ask: what’s the worst outcome of this device being unplugged?...

Quick Links As a recent convert to Apple Music, there are a number of things I’ve been missing from Spotify. Most notably, the plethora of personalized and specific playlists. Thankfully, I’ve been able to find an equivalent for many of them. One thing to remember is Apple Music and Spotify work very differently. An “80s Rock” playlist on Spotify is personalized to your taste, while the similar playlist on Apple Music is the same for every listener....

Quick Links While cleaning your computer is necessary to keep it running well and help it last longer, doing it incorrectly can cause more harm than good. If you’re new to cleaning your PC or doing it for the first time, here are some common PC cleaning mistakes to avoid that could end up straining your wallet. 1Failing to Turn Off Your Computer The most important mistake to avoid is cleaning your computer while it’s turned on....

Shows likeThe Last of UsandFallouthave proven that games can also make for excellent TV shows. When looking at how successful they are, one can’t help but wonder which other franchises could become critically acclaimed TV adaptations. Many games and IPs can work well, but I have no doubt the ones listed here would translate well as TV shows. 8TheZero EscapeSeries TheZero Escapeseries comprises three different entries, each involving nine people who are kidnapped and forced to play through a game where their lives hang in the balance....

Summary Android Auto and Apple CarPlay have been around for a while, but not all of us drive vehicles with the technology built in. Of course, you could install an aftermarket head unit yourself, but that can be intimidating. There’s actually a much easier way to do it—no wiring required. There’s no shortage ofaftermarket head unitswith Android Auto and CarPlay for a wide variety of vehicles. Even my ancient 2009 Chevy Silverado allegedly has compatible models....

Summary Photoshop is a tremendously useful tool in general, and it’s also one of the few apps I’d say has adapted well to the AI era, with a handful of small but useful AI features. We’re now getting a look at some of the additions for 2025, and there’s one in particular I’ve really been looking forward to. Adobe has announced a slew of new features that are coming to Photoshop in beta and are, presumably, going to become available with Photoshop’s CC 2026 version later this year....

Another year, another macOS upgrade. Apple took a few minutes during its fast-paced WWDC 2024 announcement to reveal macOS Sequoia (macOS 15), a new desktop experience that delivers users' most commonly requested features. The full list of new features in macOS Sequoia is pretty impressive. However, there are three standout features that we need to cover before anything else—iPhone Mirroring, Window Tiling, and a dedicated Passwords app. you’re able to now cast your iPhone’s screen to your Mac....

Summary Especially if you’re new to flying drones, it can sometimes be hard to find a model that offers the best mix of price and features. But theDJI Flipchecks all of those boxes, providing a great flight experience and tons of features—all without having to pay a sky-high price. DJI Flip The DJI Flip drone provides a great balance with a lower price and tons of nice features to tap when you fly the friendly skies....