SD cards have become a ubiquitous part of our digital lives. We use them to store photos, videos, documents and more on our phones, tablets, cameras and other devices. But despite their usefulness, SD cards have developed a reputation for being prone to corruption and physical damage. This raises the question: are SD cards actually that fragile? Or have they been unfairly maligned? What Is an … Read more
Network-attached storage (NAS) devices are quickly becoming a popular way for homes and businesses to store and access data over a local area network. Unlike external hard drives that connect directly to a single computer, NAS devices connect to the network and allow data to be accessed by multiple users and devices. While the convenience of NAS comes with many benefits, it also raises potential security … Read more
Introducing the Drobo 5D The Drobo 5D is a direct-attached storage (DAS) device designed for data storage and backup. Released in 2013 by Drobo, the 5D features five 3.5″ drive bays and connects via Thunderbolt or USB 3.0, making it suitable for creative professionals and small businesses (Storage Review, 2013). As a DAS device, the Drobo 5D attaches directly to a computer rather than connecting through … Read more
Drive partitioning is the act of splitting a disk drive into multiple discrete sections or “partitions”. This allows you to organize and manage your data more efficiently. Partitioning is commonly done to separate operating systems, organize files, optimize performance, or enhance data protection on large drives. In this article, we will discuss the basics of drive partitioning, look at common partition structures and file systems, explore … Read more
Quick Overview There are several potential reasons why a laptop may not boot up properly, including hardware issues like failed components or software issues like corrupted files. Some common solutions include: – Check that the laptop is plugged in and charging if the battery is depleted. Try a different power outlet. – Remove any external devices connected to the laptop like USB drives or external monitors. … Read more
The Steam Deck is Valve’s handheld gaming PC that launched in February 2022. It comes with 64GB or 256GB of internal storage, but many users choose to expand the storage with a microSD card for installing more games or storing media files. The Steam Deck supports SD cards up to 2TB in capacity. SD cards allow for a more affordable way to add substantial storage compared … Read more
Having Apple Music get stuck on the library can be a frustrating experience for users. Thankfully, there are several troubleshooting steps you can take to try and resolve this problem. What causes Apple Music to get stuck on library? There are a few common culprits behind Apple Music sticking on the library: Corrupt data/caches Connectivity issues Outdated app version Account/iCloud issues Damaged files Essentially any problem … Read more
iCloud Drive is a cloud storage service provided by Apple that allows users to store files and access them from any device. One key feature that many cloud storage services offer is a “recently deleted” folder that stores files the user has deleted for a period of time before permanently erasing them. This gives users a chance to recover files they may have deleted by mistake. … Read more
Spilling coffee on a keyboard is a common accident that can potentially damage the keyboard. However, there are steps you can take to try to save a keyboard after a coffee spill. The survival of the keyboard will depend on the amount of liquid spilled, how quickly it’s addressed, and the steps taken to dry it out. What happens when coffee is spilled on a keyboard? … Read more
APFS (Apple File System) is a proprietary file system introduced by Apple in 2017 with the release of macOS High Sierra. It replaced the older HFS+ file system on Mac computers. APFS is optimized for solid-state drives and flash-based storage solutions. It offers improvements in encryption, file system snapshots, space sharing, file integrity, and crash protection over HFS+. APFS is the default file system for macOS … Read more