Liam Frady

Capcom’s Monster Hunter franchise has gone from being a cult classic to a major franchise for the storied development house. Following its humble and tumultuous roots on the PlayStation 2 has resulted in a series with a multitude of games, spin-offs, and even film installments. The latest game in the series, Monster Hunter Rise, has […]

GPU shopping has been complicated in the last few years. Rising prices, diminishing stock, and stagnant system requirements have made it difficult to ascertain what sort of GPU best suits a rig. The rising prices in particular have made purchasing a GPU a tricky process since a flagship card can now run the price of […]

Streaming devices offer the same core functionality of delivering your services to your media center. There are some massive differences in how that delivery is achieved, however. Multiple popular devices are on the market currently, and the Apple TV 4K and Amazon Fire Cube are among some of the top sellers. These are wildly different […]

Linux-based operating systems are known for their flexibility. Users can customize the operating system to fit a variety of options, greatly extending its usability in many ways. Those versed in Linux operating systems might be familiar with the many file systems available to users. Two of these, Btrfs and EXT4, are popular choices in the […]

Apple’s departure from the usage of Intel-based CPUs came as something of a shock following years of successful x86-64 laptops and desktops. The proprietary M1 has instead come out swinging full force and has made quite the splash. The M1 is here to stay for the foreseeable future, and future iterations like the M2 are […]

Prospective computer builders are faced with a variety of seemingly endless choices. The most crucial choice when it comes to building a computer, however, is the CPU. Without a CPU, a computer simply doesn’t function. There are two long-time rivals for choosing a CPU in the DIY PC building space, Intel and AMD. Today’s guide […]

While many streaming devices are in the market, few provide a premium experience like the Apple TV. Apple’s offering to the streaming world shares the same easy-to-use user interface as their phones, laptops, and tablets. You can couple that with their extensive support of additional apps easily added to the Apple TV through your iCloud […]

Having access to stable and reliable internet access is a crucial part of living in any American city. In the last two decades, the internet has become an intrinsic part of the fabric of modern society. As such, it is imperative that any citizen has the means to access the world wide web for things […]

The modern world is one of constant connectivity. Like it or not, the internet is a crucial part of the fabric of modern society. Internet providers in the United States can be a mixed bag, thanks in part to localities and the infrastructure needed to support the services. Today’s guide is taking a look at […]

Modern society is heavily reliant on the internet. From banking to work, education to entertainment, internet access impacts lives in a big way. Thankfully, for residents of Fayetteville, North Carolina, there is a good selection of internet service providers in their vicinity. These ISPs offer locals broadband, DSL, fiber, and satellite access. If you’re in […]

CES 2023 has come and gone and in its wake, there are some wonderful and unusual new developments in the electric vehicle space. Some of the concepts debuted are iterations and refinements of previous production models. Other concepts instead throw everything at the wall and resemble something more akin to science fiction than a commercially […]

As the Consumer Electronics Show draws to a close there are many exciting new projects and concepts to take in. Electric vehicles had a fabulous showing this year. The tech which drives these vehicles has grown more robust, and more established automotive manufacturers are making some big moves. One such vehicle is the Mercedes Vision […]

Electric vehicles have made leaps and bounds since their more mainstream introduction. Electric trucks, in particular, have become very much on par with their gasoline and diesel-driven counterparts. CES 2023 saw the introduction of the Ram 1500 Revolution, a high-performance electric truck promising to be the next level of performance. Ford has been in the […]

Electric trucks are a quickly growing segment in the EV sector. It isn’t hard to see the appeal of an electric truck. You get the utility and power of a normal truck while using a more ecologically friendly solution. CES is also in full swing, and Ram has announced their take on the electric truck, […]

The Nvidia 12GB RTX 4080 had a tumultuous reveal. The specs weren’t fully in line with their flagship x80 series cards, and Nvidia has since backtracked the reveal. Instead, Nvidia has revealed the RTX 4070 Ti. Initial responses to the specs of the 12GB RTX 4080 were underwhelming, as it seemed to be on a […]

The modern world requires a lot of moving parts to function. Connectivity rules the day, and a large part of what powers it lurks in the earth’s orbit. Satellites serve many purposes, from scientific research to communications. Annually, many more satellites are launched to surround the earth. Satellites serve a vital function for humanity and […]

Sony’s PlayStation console was released in 1995. Previously, the console space had been dominated by Nintendo and Sega. The PlayStation brought an affordable home console with CD-ROM capability, support for Redbook audio, and 3D graphics to the masses. Its main competitors were the Sega Saturn and Nintendo 64. Sony was an upstart and new to […]

Intel’s latest Xeon chipset intended for workstations has had its specifications leaked. The Sapphire Rapids-WS is the latest lineup of Xeon chipsets and appears to be directly competing with AMD’s latest Threadripper line. Features The highest-spec chipset in this product line is the Xeon W9-3495X, which serves as the flagship for the entire line. It […]

1998 saw Nintendo release the Game Boy Color worldwide. Although it wasn’t a complete redesign of the original Game Boy, it did add a limited color palette to the mix. The Game Boy Color went on to have a massive library full of great first and third-party titles before being replaced by the Game Boy […]

It’s been a frustrating few years for PC gamers. Supply shortages due to the pandemic and the ever-present specter of scalpers snatching up components have created a hostile environment for gaming enthusiasts. The recent spate of scalpers has made it exceedingly difficult for anyone seeking a GPU to keep a vigilant eye and set sales […]

Popular password management service LastPass has been a frequent target for security breaches. This attack leveraged information gleaned from August 2022’s breach. LastPass prides itself on the principle of making life easier for its user base. After two major hacks, many are unsure if the service is worth using. In a recent blog post, LastPass […]

Routers serve a vital role in home networks, acting as a wireless bridge between the modem and the many devices used in the modern household. For those in areas directly serviced by CenturyLink, they remain a great option for home internet. Plans ranging from 20Mbps up to speedy 1Gbps fiber plans are available for every […]

Some games stay with us well past their release year. These 2018 games are special, and they remain fun and fresh even years after their release date. Some of these are hallmark titles, something beyond and above their peers. Others are near endless in what they offer up, with easy-to-grasp mechanics and a massive skill […]

Alexa makes the Amazon a wonderful device, and the smart assistant Alexa is particularly helpful for managing everyday life. One of the great features of Alexa is how much user customization can be done to truly make it your own. Through the Alexa app, you can do quite a few tweaks and tricks, set up […]