Technicity

A single human eye and part of a nose and mouth are visible peeking through a jagged, torn hole in a bright yellow surface, which appears to be paper or fabric. The eye is dark with a visible pupil and iris, and a hand with fingers slightly curled is positioned beneath the eye, as if holding the tear open or resting near the opening. The lighting highlights the texture of the torn yellow material and creates a shadow effect on the face, emphasizing the clandestine or watchful nature of the gaze.

10 Smartphone Apps that Threaten Your Privacy without You Knowing

Our daily lives are filled with subtle threats to our privacy, often without us even realizing it. In my 2021 blog post, “Four Mistakes That Could Undermine Your Privacy,” I discussed some of these hidden risks. That same year, I also wrote “I’m Sticking with WhatsApp: Here’s Why?” in response to the mass exodus of…

A child is shown from the chest up, holding a light blue smartphone in both hands and looking down at the screen. Only the lower half of her face, showing a smile, is visible, along with her dark hair styled in pigtails. She is wearing a teal long-sleeved shirt. In the background, another person, possibly a boy, is partially visible, wearing a striped shirt with white, blue, and tan horizontal stripes. The scene appears to be set at a desk or table, with notebooks and pens visible in the foreground, suggesting a learning or casual environment.

Social Media Safety: A Guide for Parents

In today’s digital age, social media platforms such as WhatsApp, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok have become integral parts of our daily lives. These platforms offer a wide range of opportunities for children, from learning and creativity to social interaction. However, with these opportunities come potential risks, including exposure to inappropriate content, online predators, and…

A frustrated-looking man in a dark suit and tie is seated outdoors at a white table with a silver laptop open in front of him. He is looking upwards with his mouth open and both hands raised, palms open, in a gesture of exasperation or distress. A white coffee cup is also on the table to his left. The setting appears to be a city street or outdoor cafe area, with tall buildings lining both sides of the street in the background. The lighting suggests it's daytime.

A Frustrating Journey: Microsoft 365 Business Edition Sign-Up Woes

If you’re like me, you probably have a love-hate relationship with Microsoft by now. When I first started using computers in 1997, MS-DOS was still in use. Although I was good at it, I disliked its command-line interface (CLI). Fortunately, Windows 3.1 was already available, making MS-DOS somewhat tolerable. Then came Windows 95, which promised…

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Setting up the HNB IPG for a Non-Profit Organization

I worked for a well-known non-profit in Colombo for seven years before retiring early due to personal reasons. One of my key accomplishments during that time was helping the organization set up an Internet Payment Gateway in partnership with Hatton National Bank, a project I continue to maintain to this day. This blog post is…

An open silver laptop, likely a MacBook Pro, is shown at an angle on a dark surface. The screen is illuminated and displays a vibrant abstract wallpaper with shades of orange, yellow, and blue, suggesting the macOS operating system. The keyboard is black, and the trackpad is large. The laptop's lid is open at a wide angle, and the overall perspective is from above, looking down onto the device. The background is dark and indistinct, highlighting the laptop.

Tried Sequoia, Stuck with Sonoma

Back in the 90s, home computer users didn’t think much about system updates. Operating systems and software, now called ‘apps,’ weren’t constantly pushing notifications at us. Even if there were updates, most of us ignored them, especially with slow, expensive dial-up internet. Fast-forward to 2024, and updates are no longer optional—they’ve become a ‘necessary evil,’…

A person with voluminous, curly brown hair is featured against a solid turquoise background. They are holding two golden, coin-like objects, one over each eye, as if they are looking through them. The coins appear to have a design that resembles a cryptocurrency symbol, possibly a Bitcoin. The person is smiling slightly and looking upwards, conveying a sense of amusement or intrigue. They are wearing a white t-shirt.

Beware: Eclipse Earn, the Cryptocurrency Investment Scam

Cryptocurrency scams are nothing new, but the “Eclipse Earn” is by far the most convincing I’ve encountered. I discovered it on October 26, 2024, though I can’t remember exactly how I came across it. Unfortunately, the website linked to the scam is no longer active. However, I captured screenshots of everything connected to the scam,…

A close-up view of the back panel of a white network device, likely a router or switch, with several Ethernet cables plugged into its ports. The ports are labeled "eth0," "eth1," "eth2," and "LAN." The indicator lights next to the active Ethernet ports are glowing green, indicating network activity. Several dark-colored Ethernet cables, along with one orange cable, are visible plugged into the ports. Other ports like "USB 2.0" and "COM" are also visible.

3 Essential Rules for Securing Your Own “.LK” Domain Name

Since securing my first .ORG domain name back in the year 2004 which is still active up to this day, I have registered hundreds if not thousands of generic top-level domain (gTLD) names (.COM, .NET, INFO, .MEDIA, .ME) as well as country code top-level domain (ccTLD) names (.AU, .IN, .SG, .LK) for a large number…

A cluttered wooden desk is depicted with a variety of electronic devices and office supplies. In the foreground, a smartphone displays a large digital clock reading "16 18" (4:18 PM). The phone is connected via a white cable to a power strip mounted on a blue wall. The power strip has multiple outlets, some occupied by white and black adapters. To the right of the phone, a silver laptop is open and running, its screen showing a web page. Various other items are scattered around the desk, including a black external hard drive, colorful cables, scissors, and a small potted plant. The scene appears to be an indoor workspace.

Transforming an old Huawei Nova Lite into a Digital Clock

If you’re anything like my mom, you might find yourself waking up in the middle of the night and checking the time before trying to drift back to sleep. While a flashlight by your bedside can be handy, it often ends up lost under the sheets or pillows, or she forgets to charge it. To…

A person with dark skin is holding a white DJI Mini 2 drone in their right hand, with the drone's propellers folded. The drone's camera gimbal is clearly visible, facing forward. In the blurred background, a silver Apple MacBook laptop is open on a wooden surface, and several drone batteries and other accessories are scattered behind it.

DJI Mini 2 Review: Compact Yet Powerful

The DJI Mini 2 despite being an entry-level drone is compact in size and lightweight in load and packs an impressive punch. It’s designed to appeal to both beginners and experienced drone enthusiasts, combining ease of use with powerful features. The Mini 2 manages to offer a versatile flying experience without compromising on performance, making…

A 3D rendering of the Google Photos icon, featuring a white square with rounded corners and a colorful pinwheel design composed of red, yellow, green, and blue triangles, floating against a solid green background.

4 Reasons “Google Photos” Wins My Heart

Since the launch of the Kyocera VP-210 (Visual Phone) in 1999, known as the first commercially available camera phone, phone cameras have come a long way. According to Google’s Gemini, the best cameras today are found in the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, Google Pixel 8 Pro, and Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. However, even the…