Author: John Watson

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How Does Web Hosting Work? Here’s How To Start Your Blog In 2022

John Watson

May 27, 2022
Filed in: Digital Nomad • Startup


Many are calling it "The Great Resignation", and others are calling it the "The Big Quit". Millions of people are quitting their day jobs, especially in America. Everyone is tired of the grind and lack of meaning and purpose at jobs they hate, and many have no idea what they're going to do next. Without a purpose, a job seems meaningless, and people dread going to work... read more
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How To Upgrade External Storage On Your Phone or Tablet Without Losing Data

John Watson

February 24, 2022
Filed in: Technology


Flash storage has come a long way and it's incredible that a full 1TB of data can fit inside a tiny chip literally smaller than your fingernail. Considering that my 4TB traditional hard drive from years ago is about as large as an actual brick, and as heavy as one too, it's absolutely astounding that 4 of these fingernail-sized nearly-weightless chips have the same... read more
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PC vs Mac in 2021 – Which Is Better? An Honest Comparison

John Watson

April 13, 2021
Filed in: Tech Trends • Technology • Top Ten


If you are looking for a new ultrabook or desktop or notebook computer, you will be faced with a difficult choice: Mac or PC? If you search the internet, you will find very opposing and contrasting opinions, many for PC, and many for Mac. Who do you believe? What's the truth about the eternal Mac vs PC debate? If you are already a die-hard PC or Mac fan, this guide may... read more
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Why Mobile Phone Expandable Storage Will Never Die: Top 5 Reasons You Need Expandable Storage

John Watson

April 2, 2021
Filed in: Tech Trends • Technology


There are many reasons that expandable storage is important for mobile devices. It is true, however, that with an increasing number of mobile devices lacking the expandable storage option, and with more and more internal flash memory included with the phone, that it is becoming less in demand. TechRadar recently released an article, "Does Samsung's Galaxy S21 sound... read more
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Google Acquires Biometric Data Of 30 Million People Through Fitbit Acquisition

John Watson

January 14, 2021
Filed in: Internet Security • Tech Trends • Technology


Thought your data on Fitbit was safe? Google just acquired Fitbit for $2.1 Billion , which is more than they purchased YouTube for 15 years ago ($1.65 Billion). Fitbit has nearly 30 million users in 2021 (29 million to be precise) , and this means a huge amount of biometric data. Google had first stated its intentions to purchase Fitbit in November of 2019 . Many users... read more
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Forced Lockdowns & Big Tech Tyranny Will Create A New Era Of Digital Innovation

John Watson

January 12, 2021
Filed in: Tech Trends • Technology


It's been a long year and you made it through 2020 alive, although maybe not unharmed. Government imposed lockdowns in nearly every country in the first world have created a significant loss to businesses, where as many as 60% of small businesses have shut their doors and will not reopen. There are only a couple of countries which did not destroy their economy by not... read more
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The Rise of Skywalker: Suprisingly, The Best Of The Newest Star Wars Trilogy

John Watson

March 3, 2020
Filed in: Movie Reviews


Ok, so I know many of you have heard how just wretchedly awful The Rise of Skywalker is, but I'm here to tell you: fear not. From the very beginning of the film, I began to think "this might actually be good". I am not a Star Wars fanatic, but have always liked Star Wars. I was highly disappointed with the travesty known as The Last Jedi, but was pleasantly surprised with... read more
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Could Bitwarden Be The Best Free Password Manager To Replace LastPass?

John Watson

March 14, 2019
Filed in: Privacy Apps • Tech Trends • Technology


Bitwarden is an open-source, free password manager, featuring the ability to store unlimited logins, which sync to unlimited devices and browsers - including mobile devices, for free; a secure password generator, and secure notes. 2 step authentication is a paid feature. LastPass is also a password manager with all of the same features, and which has been around for... read more
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Americans Are Watching Less Television, More Online Video; No, Piracy Is Not Making A Comeback

John Watson

February 12, 2019
Filed in: Tech Trends


A national study of over 100,000 Americans across the country from varying geographic areas and sociological demographics showed that people are watching less television. The reasons for this are obvious: people do not appreciate the content and social and political agendas being crammed into every television show. Ratings are at an all-time low for television, and... read more
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18 Top Free File Hosting Sites 2022 | Reviews and Ratings

John Watson

January 5, 2019
Filed in: Technology • Top Ten • Website Reviews


Use of cloud storage has exploded in the last year. Almost every file hosting site we researched has multiplied their users either doubling or adding as much as millions of users to its base. This indicates that more and more people are utilizing online storage to host, share, and backup their files. There have also been some really great new niche additions into the... read more