Paralysis of choice is a real phenomenon that happens. When there are so many options out there, it is extremely difficult to make a pick. In 2025, there are indeed enough options that make someone extremely confused. So many options, specs with endless potential, and marketing that makes you want to get each and every… The post Top 10 Questions to Ask Before Buying a New Laptop appeared first on Nerd Alert.| Nerd Alert
Remember those viruses from back in the day? If your PC got infected with that, you’d get weird pop-ups and sounds. For the most part, they were just there to create a nuisance. However, modern-day viruses are no longer obvious and cringe like the ones in the 2000s; these boss serious cyber security threats. They… The post 5 Signs Your Computer Might Have a Hidden Virus appeared first on Nerd Alert.| Nerd Alert
Back in the day, no matter how cold the winter nights got, if you wanted your lights off, you had to get up and do it. If you had a younger sibling, you could probably get them to do it for you. Either way, someone had to make the effort and bear the inconvenience. Now,… The post What Are Smart Plugs? And How They Can Make Life Easier appeared first on Nerd Alert.| Nerd Alert
We’ve all had that thought, no denying it: “Is the camera looking at me?” That tiny little webcam presents itself as a tiny window into your private world. While it has several benefits, like showing your face to friends, family, and professionals, it can do the same when you’re not looking or intending it to.… The post Is Your Webcam Secure? Simple Steps to Protect Your Privacy appeared first on Nerd Alert.| Nerd Alert
There is always a sense of paranoia looming over our heads when we install a new smart device in our house. It is connected to the internet, things on the internet can get hacked, so can smart home devices, be it a speaker, lights, or doorbell, also get hacked? Yes, but don’t throw them in… The post Can Smart Devices Be Hacked? Here’s What You Should Know appeared first on Nerd Alert.| Nerd Alert
A smartwatch might seem like a gimmick to some, but it has offered real value and benefits to others in their everyday life. However, how does one determine if a smartwatch is for them? They are a little on the pricier side to just wing it. So, let’s break down the good and then the… The post Should You Get a Smartwatch? Pros and Cons for Older Adults appeared first on Nerd Alert.| Nerd Alert
No matter how good technology gets, it still bows down to the universal law of nature. Everything, products, biological or technological, eventually stops working. We’ll focus on the technological side of things. Technology is great, until it stops working. Suddenly, your home office turns into a stress zone, your streaming setup freezes mid-show, or your… The post 5 Signs Your Device Needs Professional Tech Support Today appeared first on Nerd Alert.| Nerd Alert
Smart security cameras are showing up everywhere. Back in the day, it was something only, really, businesses had installed. Nowadays, every porch, driveway, and living room has one. That is how it sells. They promise peace of mind, real-time alerts, and even the ability to look at your adorable pets whilst you are away. Awh.… The post The Pros and Cons of Smart Security Cameras for Homeowners appeared first on Nerd Alert.| Nerd Alert
We’ve all been there. You’re on a work call or casual one with a friend across the sea, maybe you’ve got people over and you’re streaming a show in 4K, or maybe you’re trying to do some 8 Gaming only to watch your WiFi drop without any warning. Frustrating? Yes. Fixable? Also yes. A Wi-Fi… The post The Essential Home Wi-Fi Checklist: Get the Best Connection in Every Room appeared first on Nerd Alert.| Nerd Alert
From your phone, printer, PC to the doorbell; everything is connected now. It’s convenient, it is high-tech, but it is also a doorway, metaphorically speaking, into accessing your personal information. Phishing scams, hacked smart home devices, and weak passwords have made it easier than ever before for your private data to fall into the wrong… The post Is Your Personal Data Safe? Easy Steps to Lock Down Your Devices appeared first on Nerd Alert.| Nerd Alert