Let’s sort out the big social platforms: who uses them, what they’re best for, who owns them, how their feeds work, whether you can see only people you follow, and what the worst complaints are.
A Friendly Guide to the Big Social Media Platforms
When Chrome Suddenly Went Crazy: A Real-Life Tech Mystery
A few days ago, Google Chrome decided it no longer wanted to cooperate. It didn't crash. It didn't display an error message. It didn't even completely stop working. Instead, it did something far more annoying.
When You’re Gone: The 2026 Guide to Your Digital Legacy, Facebook Memories, Passwords & Online Accounts
Most people have a will. Some people have life insurance. Many have folders full of paperwork. But millions of people have something just as valuable and rarely planned for: Their digital life.
Should You Ban Social Media?
If you’re wrestling with the question of whether to ban social media entirely — or allow it with supervision — you’re not alone.
Keeping Kids Safe Online (Without Losing Your Mind)
You’re navigating Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Roblox, Fortnite, group chats, private messages, disappearing messages, livestreams, and a whole digital universe that didn’t exist when most of us were teenagers.
Passwords in 2026: Still Necessary, Still Annoying, and Still Causing Trouble
Let’s start Let’s start with the truth no one likes to admit: Passwords are terrible. They are inconvenient, confusing, easy to mess up, and somehow still responsible for most security problems on the internet. And yet — here we are in 2026 — still using them.
AI in 2026: What It Actually Means for Regular People at Home
If you’ve felt like the word “AI” is following you around, you’re not wrong. It’s in the news, your apps, your car, your TV, and probably somewhere in your toaster’s marketing copy.
Connecting with Far-Away Family for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving isn’t always about who’s at the table — it’s also about who’s missing from it. Whether it’s a college kid stuck on campus, a grandparent in another state, or family serving overseas, you can still make them part of the day — no teleportation required. With a little tech (and a lot of heart), you can pull everyone together for a Thanksgiving that feels full, even if the seats aren’t.
Thanksgiving Photo Tips (Without Going Full Influencer)
You don’t need fancy lighting, ring lights, or a 17-step tutorial on “curating your aesthetic.” Just a few simple tricks will make your Thanksgiving photos look warm, natural, and — most importantly — real.
Sharing Made Simple — No More 87-Message Group Texts
How do you share all those memories without spending the next week forwarding blurry screenshots or trying to explain AirDrop to Uncle Ron?