Gavin Phillips
Technology Explained and Security Lead Editor
Contributing since July, 2012
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About Gavin Phillips
Gavin is the Lead Editor for the Technology Explained and Security verticals, co-host on the Really Useful Podcast, and a frequent product reviewer. He has a degree in Contemporary Writing pillaged from the hills of Devon, more than a decade of professional writing experience, and has reviewed more headphones, earbuds, and mechanical keyboards then he cares to remember. Gavin enjoys copious amounts of tea, board games, and football.
Latest Articles
How to Use Anthropic's New Claude 3 AI Prompt Store
Stuck thinking about AI prompts? Claude 3 creator Anthropic has you covered.
Did You Receive a Roku Password Reset Email? Go Check All Your Other Accounts
It's worth checking, just to be sure.
The 6 Best DNS Servers for Improved Online Safety
Changing your DNS provider? These are the six best DNS providers that'll protect your security and privacy.
Nvidia Launches GeForce NOW Passes, But Is There Any Point to Them?
GeForce NOW Day Passes are here, but who's buying them?
Wi-Fi 7 Is Here, and There Are 5 Reasons You Should Upgrade Your Router
Wondering if it's worth upgrading to a Wi-Fi 7 router?
The Best New Smartphones Launched at MWC 2024
MWC 2024 always delivers the goods when it comes to new smartphones, and this is what we liked the most.
The Best of MWC 2024: MakeUseOf's Best in Show Awards
MWC 2024 has come to an end, and we've seen some brilliant tech.
Circular Ring Slim Review: Comfortable, But Needs Serious Work
Should you pick up the Circular Ring Slim for your next bit of smart wear?
LockBit Is Down, But These Top 5 Other Ransomware Threats Will Take Its Place
Even with LockBit taking a hit, there are plenty of ransomware types ready to take its place.
How to Create Windows 10 Installation Media: 3 Methods
Learn how to create Windows 10 installation media from scratch, so you can restore or reset your PC one day.
What Is Intel Core Ultra? Intel's New Naming Scheme Explained
Intel has changed up its naming convention for its 14th-Generation Meteror Lake processors, and there's quite a bit to take in.
How to Test Your PC for Failing Hardware: Tips and Tools
Here are the best computer hardware and PC diagnostic tests to scan your system and spot failing hardware before it's too late.
BitLocker's Encryption Is Broken, But It's Still Not Time to Switch
It's not time to jump ship just yet.
ExpressVPN Keys Review: Good Password Manager That Does The Basics Well
ExpressVPN Keys isn't packed with features, but it's definitely good and secure.
5 Tools Every PC Builder Needs for a Successful Build
Thinking about building your own PC? Don't fit any hardware components until you have these five tools.
AMD vs. Intel: What Is the Best Gaming CPU?
If you're building a gaming PC and torn between AMD and Intel CPUs, it's time to learn which processor is best for your gaming rig.
The 9 Smallest Linux Distros That Are Super Lightweight
Strapped for hard disk space? Install one of these lightweight Linux distros to make your PC usable again.
How to Enable TPM and Secure Boot Before Upgrading to Windows 11
Want to upgrade to Windows 11? You might need to enable these system settings first.
Wi-Fi 5 vs. Wi-Fi 6 vs. Wi-Fi 6E: Is There a Difference?
Is it time to upgrade your old Wi-Fi to one of the newer, faster standards?
How to Clean Install Windows 11
You can install Windows 11 anew using an ISO file in just a few steps.