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IP address is a common computer term that you may have heard but don't fully understand. They're a vital part of how the web works, so knowing a little about what they do can help you become more network-savvy.

Let's take a look at some fundamentals of IP addresses, including some definitions and functions.

Whether you're shopping online during major events like Black Friday and Prime Day, or just enjoy the convenience of buying products via the internet, you should be aware of some basic security tips.

Shopping online is handy, but it also opens you up to threats that you might not face when buying offline.

Many apps offer some kind of subscription for extra features. From media apps like Spotify and Hulu to productivity apps like Evernote and Todoist, you can unlock a lot of extra functionality for a monthly fee.

However, it can be difficult to keep track of all these subscriptions.

Most people wish their phone's battery life lasted longer. When you're traveling or have a long day of work away from a charger, you need to get as much juice from your device as possible.

Here are some general tips for getting more battery life out of your device, whether you have an iPhone or Android phone.

You want reliable IT systems that provide a competitive advantage for a reasonable cost. But how do you find the resources who can best achieve this?

Should you hire internal IT staff, or outsource the responsibility to a third party? Let's examine several important facets to help you decide which is the best move.

Your business probably has several types of insurance policies to protect against the worst if something goes wrong. But you might have questions about a relatively new form of insurance: cybersecurity insurance, also known as cyber insurance.

Let's look at what cyber insurance is, what it typically protects, and why your business should consider it.

For a long time, modern user interface design (including websites and operating systems) has used the classic black text on a white background setup. While there's nothing inherently wrong with this, recently, many people have begun to prefer dark modes.

When you need to record some information or show someone what's on your desktop, taking a screenshot on your computer is extremely useful. But sometimes a still image is not enough.

If you want to create an instructional video, capture details about in-depth issues on your system, or record a presentation, you need to know how to make a screencast.

While email spam is the most common form of unwanted communication, it's far from the only type most people deal with. You've probably received a good share of junk text messages and annoying phone calls on your phone.

If you're not sure what to do about text message spam and unwanted phone calls, we'll show you the ways to fight back.

You probably benefit from file compression every day, even if you don't realize it. But just what does file compression mean, and how is it used with computers and online?

Here we explain the basics of file compression, discussing the two main types and providing common examples.