Quiz: How Can You Use Tech to Tackle Your Practical Problems?

Directly responding to a spammer or clicking suspicious links are security no-nos. Spammers may try to dupe you or surreptitiously load malware onto your device to steal your personal information. 

Technically, you can plug an electric car into a standard 110-volt outlet, but charging is painfully slow. Instead, juice up via a 240-volt outlet, the type used for clothes dryers — or even better, have a licensed electrician install a heavy-duty outlet designed for electric vehicles. Remember, the size of the car’s battery also determines its charging time. 

Shorthand for universal serial bus, type C, USB-C is emerging as a universal standard for computers, phones and other devices, thanks to a law the European Union passed in 2022. But if you’re still using computers, phones or legacy gear that relies on older chargers and connectors, including Apple’s Lightning connector, or what’s known as USB-A or just simply USB, you’ll likely need an adapter or dongle.

Installing smart doorbell cameras and motion-enabled lights may help deter package thieves or provide video evidence that may help catch crooks who walk away with your deliveries.