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Military By KR Manalo 3 months ago

What Is A Military Cyber Command And What Does It Do?

Warfare now includes cyberspace as one of its main battlefronts. Meeting the challenge is the U.S. Cyber Command. But what is it and what does it do?

Laptops By Marinel Sigue 3 months ago

Can You Upgrade The RAM In Your Chromebook?

While many laptops let you swap out the original RAM, not all portable computers are made equal. This is how the Chromebook works with RAM.

Tablets By Lynnae Williams 3 months ago

Here's How You Can Unlock Your iPad Without A Passcode

Getting locked out of your iPad can be a disaster, especially if you don't know your passcode. Here's the options you have for unlocking without a passcode.

A small blue private helicopter flying through clear skies.

Aviation By Casey Cooper 3 months ago

Do Helicopters Have Autopilot?

Helicopters and airplanes are entirely different, and that includes piloting them. Planes have autopilot, but what about helicopters? You might be surprised.

A close up image of a continuously variable transmission gearbox being repaired

Cars By D Figg 3 months ago

5 Car Brands That Use CVT Transmissions

The automotive industry has changed much in the past few decades. Hybrids and EVs aside, its the continuously variable transmission that is shaking things up.

An Amazon Fire Stick and remote on a table

TVs and Streaming By Daniel Trock 3 months ago

Amazon Fire Stick: How To Pair Your Remote To A New TV

Getting a new TV usually isn't too much of a hassle, but it does require some setup. For instance, you may need to pair your Fire Stick. Here's how.

Gaming By Siddharth Munjal 3 months ago

What Is Intel XeSS, And How Does It Compare To Similar AMD & Nvidia Tech?

Compared to Nvidia DLSS and AMD FSR, Intel XeSS is the company's first foray into upscaling tech, but it seems to be a potent competitor for all GPUs.

Cars By Alex Hevesy 3 months ago

10 Small Car Engines With Impressive Horsepower Output

These small car engines pack a lot of power despite their size, and can be found in everything from sporty hatchbacks to hypercars and Formula 1 racecars.

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Cars By Shane O'Neill 3 months ago

Can You Inflate Car Tires With A Bike Pump?

Provided you have the correct adaptors, it should be possible to fill a car tire using a bicycle pump, but the effort involved can be overwhelming.

Power Tools By Quina Baterna 3 months ago

Can Stihl's Backpack Sprayers Also Be Used As Blowers?

Getting a backpack sprayer that can also be used as a blower can save you a lot of space and be incredibly convenient, but not every sprayer has this feature.

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Motorcycles By Sagar Naresh 3 months ago

5 Things To Look For When Buying A Motorcycle Helmet Online

When shopping for a motorcycle helmet online, here are some crucial things you will want to keep in mind before you add to cart and click purchase.

USS Independence arrives at Florida Naval Air Station

Naval By Daksh Chaudhary 3 months ago

What's The Controversy With The Littoral Combat Ship? A Brief Look At Its Complicated History

The Littoral Combat Ship was meant to be the Navy's big breakthrough, but became one of the most controversial chapters in Navy history. What happened?

Cars By Marinel Sigue 3 months ago

The Pressure Rating On Your Tire Isn't The Number You Should Be Using

Confused about the pressure number on your tire? Learn why the tire’s pressure rating isn’t what you should use and what to check instead.

Toyota XSE emblem on a red 2025 Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid

Cars By Monday Goma 3 months ago

What Does XSE Stand For On Toyota Vehicles? (And Which Models Have It?)

Toyota loves acronyms, using a wide range of them across its products. One of them is XSE, but what does it stand for and where will you find it?

A lineuo of General Motors made cars outside a dealership.

Cars By Rahul Srinivas 3 months ago

Own A GM Car? This Is What Personal Data The Company May Have Sold Without Your Consent

The FTC has alleged that GM used its OnStar system to collect driving data from owners and sold it to third parties without consent. Here's what happened.

Components By Samyak Goswami 3 months ago

What Is NAND Flash & Why Is It So Expensive?

You use NAND flash daily whether you realize it or not. But how much do you know about it? We explain what it is, how it works, and why it costs so much.

Lockheed Martin's F-35 stealth fighter glides overhead.

Aviation By Alec Hively 3 months ago

The F-35 Could Get External Fuel Tanks - Here's What That Means

A stealth fighter without enough fuel to reach its operating zone isn't much use, but adding fuel tanks could ruin the F-35's stealth profile.

Space By Eli Shayotovich 3 months ago

What Is NASA's Golden Record, And What's On It?

You may already know that NASA sent a golden record into space, but what was on it and why did we send it off into the great unknown?

Ergonomic keyboard and ergonomic mouse as ergonomic home office equipment

Accessories and Peripherals By Philip Kambutu 3 months ago

The Benefits Of Ergonomic Keyboards, Explained

A good keyboard is an essential part of an office setup, including home offices. Ergonomic keyboards are a wise investment, especially for health reasons.

Humidification and evaporative cooling industrial system on the ceiling.

Technology By Emma Street 3 months ago

Here's How Amazon Is Using Reclaimed Water To Keep Its Data Centers Cool

MIcrosoft plans to reduce water usage by recycling water to cool datacenters, but these savings are likely to be dwarfed by water used in its nuclear plants.

Car Accessories By Chloe Clougher 3 months ago

What Does A Crate Engine Come With? Here's What A Package Typically Includes

Some types of crate engines are more complete than others. We look at what you can expect to come with turn-key, short-block, and long-block engines packages.

Red Toyota Grand Highlander Platinum parked on a road with rocks and trees in the background

SUVs and Crossovers By Monday Goma 3 months ago

What Kind Of MPG Does The Toyota Grand Highlander Get? Here's What You Can Expect

Large three-row SUVs don't necessarily have a reputation for good fuel economy. So how does Toyota's Grand Highlander SUV fare in this regard?

Mazda CX-90 cornering at speed front 4/3 view

SUVs and Crossovers By Ivo Gievski 3 months ago

5 Features That Make The Mazda CX-90 Stand Out From Other 3-Row SUVs

The three-row SUV market may be among the most competitive in auto manufacturing. See what features Mazda hopes will help its CX-90 stand out.

Naval By Jack Picone 3 months ago

5 Of The Weirdest Warships Ever Made

Just as there are unorthodox planes and cars, the same is true for seafaring vessels — including those used for armed conflict.

2024 Subaru Forester STI Sport on dirt road, front 3/4 view

Cars By Mike Garrett 3 months ago

What Is The Subaru Forester STI Sport And Where Is It Available?

The Subaru Forester is a pretty no-nonsense SUV, but Subaru has given it some STI magic several times. What is the Forester STI Sport? Where is it available?

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 High Country HD hauling a small boat on a double axle trailer

Car Accessories By Ali Hassan 3 months ago

How To Properly Load A Trailer For Balanced Towing

How you load your trailer is crucial when it comes to towing safety. Calculating the right weight distribution isn't as complicated as you might think.

A person is installing an M.2 NVMe SSD into a modern motherboard socket,

Components By Philip Kambutu 3 months ago

What To Look For When Buying Used & Refurbished SATA And NVMe SSDs

Thinking of buying a used or refurbished SATA or NVMe SSD? Learn what to check for to avoid problems and get the best value for your money.

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