While browsing Reddit, I came across a post where a user mentioned accidentally downloading a malicious file while using Sonarr. Sonarr is an application that lets users download content via peer-to-peer (P2P) networks. The file they downloaded was a .lnk (LNK) file which is a type of shortcut file in Windows. LNK files can be used to disguise file extensions, making it easy to hide malicious code from unsuspecting users. Since Sonarr, or qbit for that matter, cannot distinguish between safe and malicious files, it’s important to take steps to protect your system from these kinds of attacks. One particularly…
Author: Justin Vendette
In the ever-expanding world of portable audio, finding a speaker that combines durability, exceptional sound quality and affordability can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Enter the Tribit StormBox 2, the latest offering from a brand that has steadily built a reputation for delivering high-quality audio products without the hefty price tag. A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of reviewing the Tribit XSound Plus 2, which I dubbed an “every occasion budget-friendly speaker.” Its versatility and sound quality left a lasting impression. Earlier this year, I also explored the Tribit StormBox Micro 2, a compact…
In the ever-evolving landscape of digital content creation, the importance of high-quality audio cannot be overstated. Visuals may capture the eye, but it’s the sound that truly engages the audience and conveys the depth of your message. Companies are constantly asking me to take part in YouTube videos for reviews and, honestly, if I was in this for the money, it would be the best thing to do for Qwerty Articles. I always had my smartphone camera to get started, but never anything to capture the audio. I needed a solution that offered both freedom and fidelity. That’s when I…
One aspect of the Android Samsung OneUI operating system that I find frustrating is that all notification sounds default to the system’s standard tones. Fortunately, one of the things I love about Android is how customizable it is, allowing us to easily fix this issue! If you’re using a Samsung Galaxy device running OneUI, here’s a step-by-step guide to changing notification sounds for specific categories within any supported Android app. This guide covers it all, unlike the annoying videos and other tutorials that skip parts. These instructions were tested on a Samsung Galaxy S24+ running OneUI 6.1 with Android 14.…
In a previous review, I mentioned how I’ve woven music into almost every part of my daily routine whether that because I’m working, showering, or even mowing the lawn, there’s always music playing in the background. It’s like a subtle soundtrack that helps me focus and clears my mind. At the moment, my fiancé and I live in different places and one annoyance I always had about being at her place was that she didn’t have any functional way of listening to music. I don’t count the crummy Alexa speaker as suitable. Whenever we cooked dinner or meal prepped together,…
Noctua is a brand synonymous with excellence in the world of PC enthusiasts. Known for their superior cooling, exceptional performance, and top-tier build quality, Noctua products speak for themselves, transcending any marketing strategy or glowing review. They are a true ‘buy-once, have-for-a-lifetime’ brand. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of reviewing various Noctua fans, and to this day, they continue to provide optimal cooling across multiple PCs and builds. These fans are among the few components I consistently carry over between upgrades. While Noctua fans have proven their worth inside computers, what about other devices that tend to run…
Ten years ago, I had the pleasure of reviewing my first Noctua product, the iconic NH-D15 cooler. Noctua was one of the original companies that took a chance on me as an emerging reviewer, entrusting me with their top-tier cooler to deliver an unbiased opinion. Over the years, the NH-D15 has withstood numerous computer upgrades, maintaining its performance and modern appeal in every build. Noctua has become my go-to brand for PC cooling solutions, consistently proving their reliability and longevity. I have Noctua fans that have been running flawlessly for five to ten years essentially every single day since installation.…
I recently started playing Diablo 4 with my brother and dad, and it’s been an super fun experience. From battling hell-bound demons to exploring the extensive player customization, the game has been a memorable adventure that will go down as a memorable game. My gaming journey with Blizzard games began back with Diablo 2. I played it on my dad’s old Dell laptop and I still remember those nostalgic graphics. Diablo 4 is that modern gaming memory that I’m recalling from the Diablo 2 days. A little while back, we revisited Diablo 2 recently when it was on sale, which…
If you’re an administrator of the cloud-based Azure DevOps and your teams use Azure Boards, you may have noticed that DevOps lacks a practical UI for managing Tags within a Board. By default, Microsoft states that unused Tags on a Board will be automatically deleted after a certain period. However, from personal experience, this is not always the case. To better suit my users’ needs, I installed the Tags Manager extension by Yod Labs. This extension provides a visual UI for the tags assigned to a specific process. By default, the extension only allows Project Administrators to update and/or delete…
Recently, I discovered Miekii, a Twitch streamer and bike messenger who navigates the bustling streets of New York City delivering DoorDash. It’s an entertaining experience to be able to see the busyness of Manhattan without being there. One of his money makers is his unique streaming hook of letting viewers use Twitch Bits to request songs on Spotify, which softly play from a speaker mounted on his bike. This interactive feature enriches his stream with continuous live entertainment, delighting not only hundreds of online viewers but also the countless New Yorkers he passes by during his deliveries. Ever since Apple…