Original Xbox turns 20 as new console war heats up
Pretty soon, that classic Xbox console gathering dust in your closet will be able to join you at the pub. The Microsoft Xbox turned 20 some weeks ago. And…
Category: Technology
Buying the right device for folks unfamiliar with computers
Connect a laptop to the Internet and you’ve got a portal into the World Wide Web. Whether you want to communicate with friends and family, do some…
Why are people spending millions on NFTs?
In recent months, some alternative investment vehicles, such as sports trading cards and exotic cars, have sold for record-breaking prices. Now,…
Brain pacemaker treats crippling depression
Once taboo, seeking mental health treatment is now common. Still, treating major depressive disorder (MDD) and other severe mental health issues remains…
Holiday 2021 video game guide: Which gaming console is right for you?
Expect video game consoles to be at the top of many Christmas wish lists this year. Unfortunately, picking the right console for your family can be…
El Salvador makes Bitcoin its official currency; Ukraine next
Ask about Bitcoin on Wall Street, and you’ll find investors who swear that the cryptocurrency will revolutionize finance. Others might claim that it’s…
Going pro: Esports becomes a real profession
What does it take to become a professional gamer? With Esports prize pools growing into the tens of millions of dollars, the top esports players can now…
Supercharge holidays with hot tech gifts
Who doesn’t love a good gadget? As Christmas approaches, you can find a ton of attention-grabbing tech gifts. From quirky gizmos to useful appliances,…
Facebook suffers global meltdown
The domain Facebook.com was listed for sale on Oct. 4, 2021. One imagines that the $967 billion company was really not selling its name, but several…
A brief history of autocorrect
It’s a technology that inspires scorn, but most of us depend on it. Found on smartphone messaging apps, word processors and other programs, autocorrect…