Articles by Florian Kastner
Using a VPN with Chrome just makes sense. Here’s how to do it
Read how to set up a VPN Chrome extension, which providers are available, and whether free Chrome VPN solutions are secure.
6 practical ways to use that USB port on your router
The USB port on the router offers more than you think. You can use it for backups, media sharing, and more.
Better USB labels are finally coming. Here's what they mean for you
USB devices and cables are getting new labels that more clearly address speed and performance capabilities.
Nostalgia? Pfft. These 7 retro PCs are still doing serious work today
Anyone who thinks old computers only belong in a museum is wrong. We show how retro computers can still perform amazing and sometimes scary tasks today.
How to create or convert images to PNG format
Read how you can create a PNG file or convert an image to PNG using simple Windows tools.
How to convert a PDF to JPG
Do you have a PDF and want to turn it into an image? No problem! We'll show you how to convert a PDF to JPG and vice versa using simple tools.
How to resize an image without losing quality
The image size can be changed using simple methods. We show you the best ways and tools for lossless compression.
How to convert an image to PDF
It's easy to convert images into PDF files -- whether on Windows, Mac, or directly on your mobile phone. We'll show you how it works.
How to convert images to vector graphics
Vector graphics have many advantages. We show you how to create a vector graphic or convert an image into an SVG file quickly and free of charge.
JPG is dying. Check out these 4 modern successors
Find out why JPG is no longer up to date and which modern image formats could take its place.
The best free alternatives for pricey software: Adios, Office and Adobe
In times of ever-increasing license costs for software, many people are looking for cost-effective alternatives. We present the best free tools.
How to search multiple PDFs at the same time like a pro
With this simple trick, you can search through several PDF files simultaneously to find what you need faster.
The dangers of malvertising — and how to protect yourself against it
When online advertising becomes dangerous...
The Amazon triangle scam: What it is, how it works, and what to do
Triangulation fraud is a type of scam that occurs on ecommerce marketplaces—including Amazon.
Google Drive storage still full after deleting files? Here's why
Here's the solution for when deleted files continue to take up storage space in Google Drive.
Why you should reset your Windows PC every year
Windows PCs should not only be reset in emergencies. Here's why an annual reinstallation of Windows offers many advantages.
What are catfishing scams? How to not become a victim yourself
Catfishing is a common and dangerous scam technique. Learn what it is, how it works, what to look for, and how to protect yourself.
This dead-simple trick reveals if a battery is full or empty
You can find out how full or empty a battery is with a simple test.