Computer Ports: Usage & Role in Networking

Discover the wide range of computer connections Computer portsare an essential feature of all computing devices. Ports provide the input and output interfaces the unit needs to communicate withperipheralsandcomputer networks. Physical Ports A port can be either physical or virtual. Lifewire / Kyle Fewel Ports are physically connected in one way or another to themotherboard. However, wired and wireless networking can blend via physical computer ports. Internet Protocol Ports Virtual ports are an essential component ofInternet Protocol (IP)networking....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 203 words · Carrie Patrick

Condo collapse rescue mission restarts while hurricane warning looms. Today's update

Unmannedrobots, sonar, dronesand sensitive microphones are being deployed in the search for survivors and victims. New concerns are rising overHurricane Elsain the Atlantic Ocean. President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden surveyed the site Thursday. “They’re going through hell. “Jill and I wanted them to know that we’re with them and the country is with them. Our message today is that we’re here for you, as one nation....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 236 words · Laura Soto

Configure Long Lines to Wrap Automatically in Outlook

Microsoft Outlook has a useful setting to set the line wrap to whatever number is needed. Here’s how to adjust the character number at which a line break occurs in Outlook. This shortens the length of all outgoing emails and is similar to narrowing the margins of the writing space. Alexey Bezrodny / Getty Images Open Outlook and go to theFilemenu. InOutlook Options, selectMail. InAutomatically wrap text at character, enter a number to indicate where you want Outlook to wrap text....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 130 words · Tammy Mendoza

Congestion Pricing Toll: What Is It and Will It Come to Your City?

What is a congestion pricing toll? Where is the New York City congestion zone? Exiting and reentering, however, will result in a toll. How much is the New York City congestion toll? Vehicles without an EZ Pass tag are charged 50% more than vehicles that do have them. Prices are cut by 75% during overnight hours. A complete breakdown of prices can be found on theNew York City government website....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 129 words · Alyssa Chambers

Congress' Bid to Rein In Big Tech Needs a Push Over the Finish Line

But it’s running out of time. “The hazard is that you’re coming out of this year with nothing,” he said. The prospects for robust legislation for privacy or for the regulation of digital platforms diminishes greatly." Here’s a quick look at the bills Congress is considering and what’s holding them up. Antitrust: Waiting on Chuck Schumer Two pieces of antitrust legislation are teed up for Senate votes. If passed and signed into law, the legislation would mark themost meaningful change to antitrust law in decades....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 265 words · Albert Reed

Congressional Democrats Introduce Net Neutrality Bill

The renewed effort to pass a federal net neutrality law is being led in the Senate by Sens. Rep. Doris Matsui, a Democrat from California, is introducing companion legislation in the House. The bill is the latest maneuver in a decades-long battle over net neutrality and broadband regulation. In 2015, the FCC with a Democratic majorityadopted regulation under Title II of the Communications Act of 1934. In 2017, a Republican-led FCCrepealed the rulesunderChairman Ajit Pai, who argued against the “heavy-handed” regulations....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 159 words · Rhonda Guerrero

Congressman's island-capsizing query goes viral

Williard did add, helpfully, a moment later that Guam is part of the United States. Conservative bloggersMichelle Malkinand atRedState.comchimed in, as didThe Hillnewspaper and theLos Angeles Times. Johnson’s office published astatementon Thursday saying its boss' statement was “an obviously metaphorical reference.” And then, I must admit, during my prior career, I was an attorney. And at its smallest level or smallest location, it’s seven miles between one shore and the other....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 193 words · Anna Reid

Connect your HomePod Mini speakers with Apple TV for instant surround sound

It’s time for a major upgrade to your TV audio setup. Let’s walk through the steps of setting up HomePod Minis for TV sound. Read more:4 best uses for an Amazon Echo in your living room 1. you might do this with your iPhone or iPad, but not your Apple TV. verify both speakers are in the same room, physically and in your Home app. Repeat this process for your second speaker....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 162 words · Sydney Rivera

Connecticut Solar Panel Incentives: Tax Breaks, Net Metering and More

Prices have fallen by 43% in Connecticut over the last 10 years according to the SEIA. Can solar panels save you money? Interested in understanding the impact solar can have on your home? Enter some basic information below, and well instantly provide a free estimate of your energy savings. Here’s a guide to the solar incentives available in Connecticut. Here’s a rundown. (The rebate also applies to things like geothermal and wind power)....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 231 words · Amber Moore

Connecting a PC to a Wireless Home Network

Troubleshooting a connection on Windows Instructions in this article apply to Windows 10 and Windows 11. To do this, do the following steps: SelectStartthenSettings(gear icon). WithinWindows controls, selectNetwork & Internet. SelectStatuson the left panel to see what your current connectivity status is. In Windows 11, selectNetwork & Internet, then turn onWi-Fi. If available, a list of available Wi-Fi connections will appear. opt for desired connection >Connect. If prompted, enter thenetwork security keyand selectNext....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 365 words · Louis Wilson

Conor McGregor's staggering loss to Dustin Poirier: How much money did each make at UFC 264?

One big question: Just how much money did each athlete make from Saturday’s fight? In 2021, McGregor made a disclosed $5 million for losing against Poirier. But when it comes to fighters' take-home pay, the situation gets complicated fast. Here’s what we know about the size of the purse and how much athletes actually get to keep. A UFC spokesperson didn’t follow up on a request for information after initially responding to a CNET inquiry....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 329 words · Kimberly Lewis

Considering a Heat Pump? Here’s What You'll Really Pay for a Sustainable Heating System

Withglobal warmingbecoming an urgent issue, heating our homes efficiently – and sustainably – has taken center stage. According to aCNET survey, 78% of US adults are stressed about rising energy costs. If youre considering a heat pump for your home, cost is likely a top concern. Many people assume heat pumps are expensive to buy and operate, but the reality may surprise you. How much does a heat pump cost? Typically, purchasing the system itself is going to be the largest cost that you will face....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 315 words · Sean Anderson

Considering a Mortgage Refinance? Read This First

You may have heard the phrase: “Marry the home, date the rate.” This means that if youbuy a housewhen mortgage rates are high, you canrefinance itwhen interest rates fall. According to Redfin, around 86% of homeowners with mortgages haveinterest rates below 6%. Instead of selling and buying a house at a higher rate, homeowners are staying put. “The question is, at what rate will the floodgates open? When yourefinance, a new home loan replaces your existing mortgage....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 331 words · Sherry Williams