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Common mistakes you should avoid when setting up your home network

Setting up a home network is rewarding, but you should be aware of common missteps to avoid hassle in the future.

What kind of cooling system do EV batteries use and how does it work?

Electric cars need incredibly large batteries that offer long driving ranges and charge quickly, but remain cool when under load. This is how they do so.

Why your EV battery still loses charge while it’s parked

Electric vehicles lose battery when they’re left unused for long periods. There are a number of reasons why, and some might be totally out of your control.

What are the different types of digital wallets?

Digital wallets can completely remove the need to carry cards and cash, but there’s a lot more to them than just your usual Apple, Samsung and Google offerings.

The pros and cons of using an eSIM over a physical SIM card

eSIMs are more convenient than physical SIM cards in many ways, but they aren’t a 100 percent upgrade.

Google is quietly linking your phone number to other Android accounts

Adding a new SIM to your phone links it to all Google accounts, and any new Google accounts you add all inherit your phone number.

Why the wires in your ethernet cables are twisted

There’s a good reason for that arrangement.

Xbox Game Pass could let you pick which features you pay for

Microsoft is reportedly planning to let subscribers build their own Game Pass bundle rather than pay for set tiers.

Steam rolls out Personal Calendar feature that constantly updates recommended games

You can try out the new feature on the Steam store’s homepage.

Capcom confirms data breach that affected 11.7 million users

Capcom ID is still available to use, but users may see more phishing scam emails.