Verizon's New 5G Plans Are Less Complicated (for Now)

Verizon is promising to overhaul its unlimited plans with fewer distinct plans and an emphasis on choice. Verizon is overhauling its unlimited plans with a new “myPlan” system. There will be two plans, “Unlimited Welcome” and “Unlimited Plus.” Verizon you could also change the add-ons through the MyVerizon app at any time. Verizon’s new plans will be available starting May 18.

May 16, 2023 · 1 min · 61 words · Robert Garcia

Your Old Google Account Could Be Deleted Soon

Ever created a throwawayGoogle accountand never used it again? Did you leave the Google ecosystem to find greener pastures elsewhere? Google has announced a change in its policies regarding inactive accounts. Corbin Davenport / How-To Geek There are some exceptions. Namely, this affects only free Google users with personal accounts. Likewise, if an account has YouTube videos uploaded to it, it will not be deleted. Also, if an account is deleted, its connected Gmail address won’t be available to reclaim....

May 16, 2023 · 1 min · 98 words · Mark Kelley DVM

7 Reasons to Use a Desktop Touchpad Instead of a Mouse

Conventional mice need extensive arm movements, which can become fatiguing and may even lead to discomfort or pain. The grip you’re required to exert can also create long-term comfort issues. Not only that, but you only have to use your fingers, with larger movements being unnecessary. Apple Touchpads Need Less Space Touchpads are ideal for those who operate in limited desk spaces. They occupy less area than a mouse and eliminate the need for a mousepad....

May 15, 2023 · 2 min · 217 words · Dustin Gillespie

BLUETTI's New EP900 Power Backup System Can Help You Save & Make Money

Quick Links Discover all the ways the newBLUETTI EP900home energy system can make your life easier. Achieve Power Independence With Peace of Mind Become more energy sufficient in any situation with the EP900. Its protective rugged aluminum case ensures optimal performance and uninterrupted power delivery even in the harshest weather conditions. BLUETTI It’s even backed by a comprehensive 10-year warranty, taking the hassle out of becoming energy independent. Become more energy sufficient in any situation with the new BLUETTI EP900....

May 15, 2023 · 1 min · 194 words · Jennifer Mata

DOCSIS 3.0 vs. DOCSIS 3.1: Which Is Better?

But is a higher version number (and price tag) automatically better? Here’s what it’s crucial that you know. Since the early 2000s, if you used cable internet, you’ve used a DOCSIS standard modem. Corbin Davenport / How-To Geek In 2006, DOCSIS 3.0 arrived with a significant improvement to cable modem design:channel bonding. DOCSIS 3.1 was introduced in 2013, and built upon DOCSIS 3.0. Perfect for a gigabit cable package today, and an upgrade to a multi-gigabit package next year....

May 15, 2023 · 1 min · 182 words · Melvin Medina

How to Fix the VIDEO_DXGKRNL_FATAL_ERROR in Windows

Worry not, as there are a few possible ways to fix this problem and use your PC normally. We’ll show you what to do. Why Am I Getting a VIDEO_DXGKRNL_FATAL_ERROR Message? Jordan Gloor / How-To Geek Usually when you get a “VIDEO DXGKRNL FATAL ERROR” with ablue screen of deathit’s aGPUproblem. you’ve got the option to narrow down the exact cause by walking through our troubleshooting steps. Note that these instructions work when you’re able to turn on your PC....

May 15, 2023 · 2 min · 423 words · Denise Gordon

How to Use the Linux tr Command

Do you need a no-frills method for manipulating a stream of text in Linux? This is how it’s done. What Is the tr Command? Jordan Gloor / How-To Geek As we all know, Linux is an open-source rewrite of Unix. It adds its own stuff into the mix, too. All Linux distributions, at least in their core utilities, adhere to the Unix philosophy. The Unix philosophyencapsulates the visionthe Unix pioneers had for their newoperating system....

May 15, 2023 · 3 min · 562 words · Raymond Cruz

Mechanical Keyboard Switches Explained: Types, Colors, & More

Linear (red) switches are best for gaming and provide constant resistance. Here’s a look at the three categories of switches and why you should consider each one. What Is a Keyboard Switch? Elizabeth Henges / How-To Geek Mechanical keyboard switches are the part of your keyboard responsible for registering all of your keystrokes. These sit on top of switches and are the part of the keyboard you interact with when typing....

May 15, 2023 · 2 min · 229 words · Tina Carlson

Notepad++ Just Got an Update

That issue, and several other bugs, have now been addressed. You candownload Notepad++ from the official site.

May 15, 2023 · 1 min · 17 words · Christopher Aguirre

T-Mobile Will Let You Stream MLB or MLS Sports for Free

T-Mobile has announced that it’s bringing back its partnership with theMLBfor another year. T-Mobile customers have had access to MLB.tv for just over 7 years, with the partnership starting in 2016. Now, though, it’s back for yet another year. Hannah Stryker / How-To Geek If you’re more of a soccer person, there’s good news for you, too. Not fond of any of those sports? So if you like anything, T-Mobile will give it to you for free....

May 15, 2023 · 1 min · 90 words · Tracy Franklin

The Logitech M240 Is a New Super-Affordable Bluetooth Mouse

Logitech has plenty of options, and it just unveiled its least expensive Bluetooth mouse to date. Logitech just announced the M240 Silent wireless mouse, with a similar design to the existingLogitech M220. It’s also the company’s least expensive Bluetooth mouse to date. Unfortunately, the M240 doesn’t seem to be widely available yet. B&H Photo does havea pre-order page, though. A basic mouse for those looking to get the basics right, but still want to break free from a life of wires....

May 15, 2023 · 1 min · 81 words · Rachael Rivera

The Roku Express & Roku Streaming Stick 4K Are on Sale Now

Let’s begin with the cheapest option: theRoku Express. The Roku Express is one of the cheapest ways to enter the Roku ecosystem. No bells and whistles — just tune into your favorite shows and movies with ease. Corbin Davenport / How-To Geek It’s usually $30. Right now, though, you’ve got the option to get it for $25. If you need something a little more capable, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K is also discounted....

May 15, 2023 · 1 min · 169 words · Joshua Medina

10 Firefox Features You Should Be Using

Here are ten features in Firefox you should use that you might not know about. Google Chrome and some other browsers have the same shortcut. It’s like the scrolling screenshot feature on devices like Samsung Galaxy phones. Firefox makes it easy to quickly open a page you have bookmarked, even without reaching for your mouse. First, you have a few different options for displaying and organizing your bookmarks. If you’re on a Mac, your bookmarks are also always accessible from the menu bar....

May 14, 2023 · 1 min · 196 words · Steven Leonard