Articles by Alaina Yee
3 vital security lessons from the Uber hack
An employee mistake may have been the root of the Uber hack, but you can make the same one in your personal life, too. Here’s how to harden your defenses.
Amazon Kindle vs. Kindle Paperwhite: Should you pay more for your e-reader?
A few key differences exist between Amazon’s basic e-reader and its upgraded version model. We’ve outlined them here so you can better decided between the two.
Amazon’s upgrades to its entry-level Kindle should finally silence critics
A higher-resolution screen puts to rest the biggest complaint about Amazon’s most affordable Kindle.
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro review: True wireless earbuds that can take on expensive rivals
These active-noise canceling (ANC) wireless earbuds pack a slew of features and in-the-box accessories at nearly half the price of top-tier alternatives.
Hey PC gamers: It’s okay to play with a controller
Wear your flexibility as a badge of pride. It's totally fine to play PC games with a controller. Sometimes, it's even better.
How to turn an old laptop into a Chromebook
You can convert an older laptop into a Chromebook without spending a dime. All you need is an hour.
Best free password managers: Better online security doesn’t have to cost a thing
Identity theft and fraudulent charges are just part of the headache that can result from using weak passwords. Shore up your defenses with one of these free password managers.
AMD Ryzen 7000 CPUs: 5 key things you need to know
We finally have full details on AMD's first Ryzen 7000 processors, including prices, availability, and astounding performance claims. (A Ryzen 5 processor going against a flagship rival chip…and winning?!)
14 popular Google Doodle games you can still play
Google's delightful Doodle games make for a fun way to pass a bit of free time. Read on to see 14 of our favorites.
LastPass got hacked, but you weren’t
Popular password manager Lastpass reported a breach on Thursday, but the company says that user accounts are unaffected.
The best laptops under $1,000: Best overall, best for students, and more
Unlike just several years ago, nowadays you can find excellent laptops between $600 and $1,000. To make it easier to pick one, we’ve highlighted our top picks.
Bitwarden review: This ultra-affordable password manager has few restrictions
Bitwarden's generous free plan and inexpensive paid service helps it stand out among more polished rivals.
Fitbit’s Sense 2, Versa 4, and Inspire 3 focus on helpful upgrades
The opposite ends of Fitbit’s lineup get new sensors, souped-up displays, and sleeker profiles.
How to pair AirPods or AirPods Pro with Windows
Pairing AirPods with a Windows PC is fast and easy—but be aware they don't deliver exactly the same experience as on iOS and macOS.
Graphics card prices are plummeting. Should you buy now, or wait?
Graphics cards from Nvidia and AMD are not only available again, but discounts as high as 60 percent have been spotted on flagship cards. If you’re tempted by such deals, ask yourself these questions first.
Got a new PC coming? Here’s 5 helpful ways to prepare for it
If you have to wait for your new PC to arrive, take care of these tasks now to save yourself time later on.
Here’s what the $52 billion CHIPS Act means for regular people
The chip in your laptop and other devices may be Made in the USA in the not-too-distant future—and that’ll bring some very real benefits.
This security guru is banishing spammers to a hilarious ‘password purgatory’
Get wrekt, spammers. Security researcher Troy Hunt has created a hilariously devious 'password purgatory' for people invading his inbox.