Has Apple given up on the Mac?
Opinion: Apple is rumored to be preparing a long-overdue update to its Macbook line, but will this be too little, too late? In the PC business, Microsoft is wearing the innovation crown these days.
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IoT explosion: So many things, so little time to protect ourselves
The recent pace of smartphone proliferation will feel like molasses in January compared to the impending Internet of Things storm that's bearing down on your work and life. Hang on tight, folks.
Procrastination can doom your tech projects
It's okay. You don't have to read this article today. Or even tomorrow. But if you don't read it soon, it could be too late. It's October, which means it's time for some scary stories.
Will the spectacular failure of the Samsung Note 7 kill Android? A data-driven analysis
The flagship product for the leading Android phone manufacturer has just spectacularly melted down. Does this mean that Android itself is doomed? Let's take a closer look.
Hurricane Matthew: How to prepare your data for the storm
With a Category 3 storm aiming squarely at the East Coast of the US, how well have you prepared yourself and your data? David Gewirtz shares some tips and cautions you may not have considered.
Mobile productivity: Apps David Gewirtz can't work without
When it comes to mobile productivity, everyone's work day is different. In this installment of our mobile productivity series, David Gewirtz shows the apps he considers mission critical on his iPhone 6s Plus.
I bought Apple's Upgrade Program but I'm still saying 'no' to the iPhone 7
The iPhone 7 may be the new hotness, but is it enough to make an iPhone 6s Plus owner upgrade, even for free? David Gewirtz says "no". Here's why.
Dear tech industry: Stop renaming stuff all the time. Just. Stop. It.
Google has renamed Google Apps to G Suite. Yeah. Explain that to your users. In this not-really-a-rant rant, David Gewirtz explains how so many product name changes can be a complete and total pain for customers, IT folk, and even purchasing agents.
Get an Arduino and teach yourself to program
Programming is more than just picking a language and framework. Programming means understanding how code interacts with actual computer hardware. If you want to get a visceral (and fun) understanding of programming, start with an Arduino.
How to use Apple's hardware diagnostics to find and fix Mac glitches
When a Mac starts to act up, sometimes the problem is more than just a rogue software update. Sometimes, a hardware component goes bad. Here's how to diagnose and fix simple hardware problems.
Which programming languages are most popular (and what does that even mean)?
Popularity may not be a single vector answer, but students and professionals still want to know if they're guiding their careers and companies in the right direction.
Better and safer than macOS Sierra's iCloud Optimized Storage: Using Dropbox to sync your Macs
Apple has been touting its new iCloud Optimized Storage feature in macOS Sierra, but it's plagued by reliability problems. In this tutorial, David Gewirtz shows you a method he's been using reliably for more than a year without any problems.
In a world of free operating systems, can Windows 10 survive?
Will we give up a decades-long relationship with Windows just because it costs a few bucks more than its competitors? In a world where PC adoption has cratered, what of the future of Windows? David Gewirtz makes the case that there's still life in them old bits.
Working with WordPress: Control your site support, prevent zombie apocalypse
Your software is about to explode and tens of thousands of nonprofits depend on it. What do you do? Some extra server maintenance can enhance freedom and security.
Missiles to Legos: 10 reasons to run Linux instead of Windows
From the Large Hadron Collider to the Tesla Model S, this 25-year-old operating system can be found in some amazing places. But there's one place Windows still has the edge.
