About Gavin Phillips
Gavin is the Technology Explained Section Editor, 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, and more than a decade of professional writing experience. He enjoys copious amounts of tea, board games, and football.
Chromebook vs. Laptop: Which Should You Buy on Black Friday?
Looking for a new laptop on Black Friday? Torn between a Windows laptop, Macbook, or Chromebook? Here's what you need to know.
US Citizen Voter Records Hacked and Now for Sale on the Dark Web
It's non-stop in the world of cybersecurity and online privacy. Here's what happened in October and how it affects you.
What Is the "LoJax" UEFI Rootkit Developed by Russian Hackers?
Antimalware software won't protect you from a rootkit infection, so what can you do about the new LoJax infection?
7 Demanding PC Games to Test Your Graphics Card
Want to push your graphics card to its absolute limits? Here are the best PC games for testing the power of your GPU.
The Google Censorship Leak: Are You Being Censored?
Are tech giants struggling to deal with negative aspects of free speech? Are they using censorship, or simply failing to moderate?
Modular Malware: The New Stealthy Attack Stealing Your Data
Malware has become more difficult to detect. What is modular malware, and how you stop it wreaking havoc on your PC?
50 Million Facebook Accounts Hacked: What Should You Do?
So much is going on each month in the world of cybersecurity. These five stories are shaping online security right now.
How to Fix Windows Update Error 80072EE2
Windows 10 errors are frustrating. Let's look into the fixes for Windows 10 error code 80072EE2 that resolve internet timeouts.
How to Set Up Your Own WAMP Server
WAMP server is the easiest and most pain-free way to set up Apache, MySQL, and PHP on Windows for hosting a website.
How to Spot VPNFilter Malware Before It Destroys Your Router
Router and Internet of Things malware is increasingly common. VPNFilter is a common malware infection, but how can you stop it?
Google Puts Your Internet Security at Risk by Hiding Subdomains
Does removing the characters from a website address increase your chance of landing on the wrong (potentially dangerous) website?
How to Safely Install Fortnite on Android: A Quick Sideloading Guide
Here's how to safely install Fortnite on Android, and what security precautions you should take.
What Is Foreshadow? How This Intel CPU Vulnerability Might Affect You
Foreshadow is yet another vulnerability to hit Intel CPUs. Here's what it is, how it works, and what it means for your computer.
Is Intel Optane Memory Cheap DDR3 RAM?
Wondering what Intel's Optane memory is all about? Is it cheap RAM, or something more? Here's what you need to know.
These 4 Antivirus Tools Are Using AI to Protect Your System
Does your next antivirus subscription need to include artificial intelligence, or is it just another security buzzword?
Do You Really Need Cyber Insurance? 4 Questions to Ask Before You Get It
Cyber-crime insurance is a burgeoning industry that many organizations are exploring. But is it a worthwhile investment?
How to Get a Free Domain Name for Your Website
Why pay for a domain name when you can get a free domain name with your website?
5 Ways to Protect Yourself Against Keyloggers
Keyloggers are one of the most feared threats to computer security. Heed these tips so you don't fall victim to hackers.
Microsoft Teams vs. Slack: The Best Free Workplace Messenger Apps
Slack has the crown. Microsoft Teams is the usurper. Two popular group chat tools battle it out in our comparison.
Get Started With Ethical Hacking Using Kali Linux and Raspberry Pi
Ethical hacking is awesome for learning new skills, and a great way to get started is by using Kali Linux and Raspberry Pi.