Thunderstorms, tropical systems and hurricanes are familiar threats in South Carolina. While homeowners often focus on protecting their property from wind and water, lightning and power surges can also damage TVs, computers, appliances, routers, gaming systems and other connected devices.…
In today’s digitally driven world, consumers use the internet for everything from working and learning to keeping up with friends, streaming entertainment and watching the latest cat video. No matter what someone is doing online, slow speeds, buffering and dropped…
With the new year come new resolutions, and among the most common are getting healthier, exercising more, losing weight and, in many cases, a combination of all three. Numerous tools are available to help people pursue their New Year’s fitness…
Simply put, a static IP address is an internet address that is intended to remain the same. Much like a permanent mailing address, it gives authorized devices and services a consistent destination to use when connecting to a business network.…
For music lovers, hearing a favorite band or artist can be more than a luxury — it can be an important part of getting through a tough day without blowing a gasket. And, of course, there may be no better…
Quick Response (QR) codes are everywhere today. People use them to view restaurant menus, pay for parking and log into accounts. However, this convenience comes with a hidden risk. Cybercriminals are increasingly using malicious QR codes—a tactic known as “quishing”—to…
The portable Bluetooth speaker market has become increasingly crowded. Finding the right device requires cutting through the noise to identify the features that best fit the user’s specific lifestyle. Whether hosting a backyard barbecue or relaxing by the pool, focusing…
Think about a time you were outside at night and gazed at the stars, wondering what many of the sparkling objects were. Or you were walking in a park and spotted a flower or plant but did not recognize it.…
The number of identity thefts that occur each year is staggering. According to the Federal Trade Commission, nearly 1.1 million Americans file official reports, but research suggest that nearly 24 million people experience some form of identity theft each year. …
If you own a smartphone, chances are you’ve been caught in a “chatty group text.” It usually starts harmlessly. Maybe it’s a youth sports group coordinating practice times, or a group of old classmates planning a reunion. But before long,…
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