About Christian Cawley
Former Deputy Editor for Security, Linux, DIY, Programming, and Tech Explained, Christian has extensive experience as a writer and editor and has been published in Computer Weekly, Linux Format, Tech Radar, ComputerActive, and other titles.
Christian also produced MakeUseOf's weekly show, the Really Useful Podcast, from 2018-2024.
His current passions are his cigar box guitar, his retro gaming site (retrogamerbase.com), and his family.
Latest Articles
How to Restore Recovered Photos Using EXIF Metadata
You managed to recover lost photos, but don't know how to restore order? We'll help you filter through and sort out the mess using EXIF metadata. It'll be quicker than you thought.
Hideez Digital Key Review: Password Storage On a Keychain
The Hideez Digital Key sits on your keychain, generates and stores passwords, alerts you if your keys go missing, and alerts you if your phone is stolen. But does it promise too much?
Top Websites and Books to Transform You into a Linux Command Line Hero
The Linux command line is an extremely powerful tool -- but it can also be intimidating. Use these websites and books to get a handle on it.
Has Xavier Malware Infected Apps on Your Android Device?
A new vulnerability, Xavier, has been discovered on Android -- and it has been exploited for some time. Are your devices affected? And what can you do about it?
How to Find What Program Is Using Your Webcam
The light of your webcam is on, but you're not using it? Who's spying on you through the camera lens? Find out now!
How to Install Chrome on Linux and Easily Migrate Your Browsing From Windows
Migrating from Windows to Linux is tough and losing your browser history, bookmarks, and passwords is a big disappointment. One way around this is via the Chrome browser -- but should you use it on Linux?
10 Tips to Take a Good Selfie Photo, According to Science
Recently, science has been used to find out what makes the perfect selfie photo. From that, and with a bit of additional research, we've discovered how you can take amazing selfies people will love.
Every Version of Sid Meier's Civilization Compared
Sid Meier's Civilization series has been around since 1991. From its humble beginnings to massive recent releases, let's examine the series' evolution through six mainline games and over 25 years of time.
Why the Amazon App Store Is an Android Security Threat
Third-party app stores can be enticing, but installing them can seriously compromise the security of your Android device.
How to Set Up Your Steam Link for PC Gaming on Your TV
The Steam Link lets you stream your PC games to a TV for a better gaming experience. Here's everything you need to know to set up your new Steam Link.
Knowing These Google Tricks Will Make Your Genealogy Research Easy
Google already knows everything about you, so it's time to use the search engine to find out more about your family tree. Here are some fantastic Google tips to do genealogy research for free.
Keep A Portable Ubuntu Installation With You Wherever You Go
There's so much you can do with an Ubuntu installation. But what if you could take that same Ubuntu installation and make it portable so you can have it with you wherever you are?
5 Most Popular Podcast Formats: Which One's Right for You?
Your podcast could probably be better. Choose one of these five compelling formats and increase your number of listeners in no time.
How to Install Microsoft Text Fonts in Ubuntu Linux
Windows-based fonts don't appear by default in Linux. This isn't really a problem, but if you want better compatibility or just like the look of them, we've got you covered.
3 Ways a VPN Can Shield You From Big Brother's Surveillance Panopticon
Not convinced that you need a VPN? Here are three surprising reasons why a virtual private network should be the cornerstone of your security.
SpotCam Sense Pro Review (and Giveaway)
Unlike its competitors, the SpotCam Sense offers a full days worth of cloud storage, for free, forever. Easy to set up, it offers remote viewing, motion and scheduled recording, and even some smart home features.
Take Civilization Offline for a Totally New 4X Experience
Sid Meier's Civilization series is well-renowned in the strategy genre. But did you know that there are offline adaptations of the franchise? Let's see if the Civilization board games are any good.
How to Set Up a VPN on Kodi and Why You Should
If you're using your Kodi to stream movies, TV shows, or anything else, you should be using a VPN. Here's why and how to do it.
5 Most Profitable Places to Sell Your Videos Online
Just how good are your videos? Do you make films, or documentaries, that people might consider paying money to view? If so, now is the time to capitalize.