About Christian Cawley
Deputy Editor for Security, Linux, DIY, Programming, and Tech Explained, Christian has extensive experience in desktop and software support, and has been published in Computer Weekly, Linux Format, Tech Radar, ad ComputerActive.
Christian also produces MakeUseOf's weekly show, the Really Useful Podcast.
His current passions are his cigar box guitar, his retro gaming site (www.gamingretro.co.uk) and his family.
5 Awesome TV and Movie Robots You Can Build With a Raspberry Pi
From Star Wars to Doctor Who, there's something for every Raspberry Pi fan in this DIY robot roundup. C-3PO eat your heart out.
How Android Became My New Windows Phone
Sad to see the death of Windows Mobile? Well, maybe all you need is an Android device.
The Best VPN Services
We've compiled a list of what we consider to be the best Virtual Private Network (VPN) service providers, grouped by premium, free, and torrent-friendly.
8 Star Wars Props You Can Make at Home
These are not the props you're looking for. These Star Wars props can all be made at home with nothing more than a few scrap parts and some hard work.
Audacity 2.2.0 Features You Need to Know About
Audacity has never been lacking for features -- but the latest version comes with some serious improvements. Read on to see what's new!
Build Your Own Star Wars Droid for Under $100 with littleBits
The littleBits Star Wars Droid Inventor Kit IS the droid you're looking for.
10 Time Traveling Video Games to Explore Past and Future
Want to visit the past or explore the future? These ten games featuring time travel will take you on adventures to another dimension -- leave the present behind!
How to Browse Linux Partitions From Windows (And Vice Versa)
One of the biggest issues when dual booting is accessing data between the operating systems. Fortunately, there are solutions. This is how you can share your data across dual-booting operating systems.
6 Safety Tips to Protect Your Kids From Catfishing and Other Online Threats
Your kids are already online, but want to make the jump to a social media platform. Naturally, you have reservations. Check out these 6 tips to ease your yours and your kids way into social media.
How to Ensure Your Android Phone Is Up-to-Date and Secure
If you're not running the newest version of Android available for your device, you could be dealing with a security risk.
10 Websites All Linux Users Should Have Bookmarked
There are hundreds of Linux sites out there, websites, blogs, and communities. These are the best ones you should follow.
Which Linux Shell Is Best? 5 Common Shells Compared
Looking for a Linux bash shell alternative? Here's a rundown of which Linux shell is best: tsch, fish, KornShell, and Z Shell.
Switch from Windows to Linux and Get Up and Running in Minutes
Switching from Windows to Linux might seem complex, but it's easy! Here's how to your get important data and programs from one OS to the other.
7 Places You Can Buy a Dedicated Linux PC or Laptop Online
Installing Linux on your desktop or laptop is easy. But can you just buy a Linux machine, straight off the shelf? Here are seven manufacturers doing just that.
Ways to Watch TV on Your Nintendo Wii U (or Wii)
Looking to watch TV on your Nintendo Wii U or Wii? Here's how to access Netflix, Hulu, and more through your console.
13 DIY Fixes for Common Computer and Laptop Problems
While new models are always getting faster, old computers always seem to be getting slower. These DIY fixes will soon get it back to peak performance.
5 Online Threats That Could Ruin Your Raspberry Pi Experience
You're happily using your Raspberry Pi. Perhaps it's a game center, or a media center. Hopefully you've tried a few other uses for this incredibly versatile little computer. But is it secure?
How to Use Your Devices to Learn Magic Tricks
These magic trick tutorials will help you wow your friends and family. And because they need things you probably have at home, they're cheap, too!
Forget the SNES Classic: 5 Retro Consoles You Can Emulate on the Raspberry Pi
Do you really need to spend $100 for a palm-sized version of your favorite 1980s game console? Surely there's some sort of alternative?
Vantrue N2 Pro Review: The Best Dashcam for Anyone
Cheaper dashcams are available, but this is a lightweight, easy to use dashcam that delivers great results in a number of photographic modes and motoring scenarios.