Is your internet service provider suppressing your speed? How to check
Websites seem sluggish and downloads take forever. It’s frustrating – especially when you’re paying for high-speed internet. First, make sure it’s not just you. When I’m unsure if slow speeds or timeouts are part of a bigger issue, I hit Down Detector to see if others are reporting the same problem. Tap or click for […]
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How to speed up a slow Chromebook
Chromebooks’ lightweight software ensures that they last years — even on budget hardware. But even the best Chromebooks have an expiration date, and at some point, Google Chrome’s demanding tasks will take a toll on their performance. The effects of such a slowdown are even worse if you’re also running Linux programs and Android apps. […]
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Finding on perovskite solar cells may help speed development of green energy technology
1/2 A finding on perovskite solar cells, which are said to be potentially more effective than silicon solar cells pictured, could help speed the development of green technology. Photo by mrganso/Pixabay Dec. 6 (UPI) — As researchers look for better materials to harness electricity from the sun, an explanation for the efficiency of one promising […]
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Here are five simple tips to quickly speed up your laptop
A slow laptop on your hands can be a primary cause of loss of productivity and focus. It can also be extremely frustrating when you’re in the middle of important work only to find yourself waiting more and doing less of the work. However, there are simple tips you can follow to see a quick […]
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Nisqually tribe plans high speed internet for Thurston County
The Nisqually tribe has called on the county to support its efforts to build fiber-optic internet infrastructure in under-served areas. The Board of County Commissioners heard a presentation from the tribe on the topic during a Thursday planning session. Once completed, this multi-phased project would guarantee 5 Gigabytes per second download speeds and 1 Gbps […]
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