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fatmawati achmad zaenuri/Shutterstock You can set a permanent new MAC address in the terminal using the macchanger utility and a systemctl unit file. Or in GNOME, go to Settings > Wi-Fi [or Network] > Identity, and enter a custom MAC address. Every network interface has a unique MAC address, set by the manufacturer. It’s how network connections identify connection endpoints. On Linux, you can permanently change a MAC address if you want. What Is a MAC Address? A MAC address is a unique code used to identify by networks to identify devices as connection endpoints. It answers the critical question of “who’s who” among network interfaces. Every piece of network equipment has at least one network interface built into it. A desktop computer or a server may have multiple network ca...

Joe Fedewa / How-To Geek Google Bard was released to public testing in early March, but it’s not quite as impressive as its rivals Bing Chat and ChatGPT (which were already far from perfect). Google is promising that upgrades are on the way. The latest episode of The New York Times‘ podcast Hard Fork had Google CEO Sundar Pichai on as a guest, who said upgrades are in development for Bard. He said, “We will be upgrading Bard to some of our more capable PaLM models, which will bring more capabilities; be it in reasoning, coding, it can answer maths questions better. So you will see progress over the course of next week.” Google Bard was initially based on LaMDA, the AI language model that Google has been developing for several years. That sets it apart from most other chatbots —...

Jason Fitzpatrick / How-To Geek With access to the Warner Media library, HBO Max features some of the biggest action movies around, from classics to recent blockbusters. Here are 10 good action movies to stream on HBO Max. Update, 3/27/23: After reviewing our guide and verifying our links are working, we’re still confident these action-packed movies are the best you’ll find on HBO Max. The Bourne Identity Director Doug Liman and star Matt Damon launched a lucrative franchise with The Bourne Identity, based on the novels by Robert Ludlum. Damon plays Jason Bourne, a covert agent attempting to piece together his identity after he’s been shot and left for dead. As he recovers his memories, Bourne is pursued by the secret government agency he used to work for. Damon brings a more v...

Mar 31, 2023, 10:24 am EDT | 5 min read Hannah Stryker / Review Geek In most cases, you should replace your Wi-Fi router every few years. Anything older than five years come with security risks and speed issues. They might not be exciting, but they’re one of the most essential pieces of tech. Yes, we’re talking about Wi-Fi routers. As we do everything from working and studying to socializing and gaming using the internet, it’s important to have a good router to handle your network traffic. This leads us to the question, “How do you know when it’s time to replace your router?” To answer this important query, we explain everything you need to think about when it comes to upgrading your router. We also provide some considerations to keep in mind when you pick up a ne...

Hannah Stryker / How-To Geek Update, 03/23/2023: We’ve reviewed our recommendations and are confident these are still the best password managers you can buy. What to Look For in a Password Manager in 2023 A password manager might seem relatively straightforward, but there’s a variety of different features that differentiate a good one from an excellent one. For example, what you should expect from a password manager is a password generator that lets you set length and character usage, the ability to auto-capture forms as you fill them, cross-platform and browser support, and the ability to organize your password. Ideally, you should have access to two-factor authentication at the minimum and multi-factor authentication such as U2F. These managers also typically have a password h...

News @xguntherc Mar 30, 2023, 11:25 am EDT | 1 min read Tyler Hayes / Review Geek Three of the most highly anticipated Rivian R1T accessories have been removed from Rivian’s online gear shop. Those are the awesome-looking Camp Kitchen, Gear Tunnel Shuttle, and roof-top tent. The Gear Tunnel (pictured above) is one of our favorite features of the Rivian R1T electric truck. A unique storage tunnel that runs the entire width of the pickup behind the rear passenger seats. Perfect for storing golf clubs, dirty shoes, tents, and other gear. It’s a genius design, so Rivian took full advantage of it and announced several awesome accessories, like a slide-out camp kitchen for those taking the truck on outdoor adventures. Rivian also showcased a roof-top tent (RTT) ...

News @jdannychadwick Mar 30, 2023, 11:16 am EST | 1 min read VIZIO, AMC If you own a VIZIO smart TV, expect some new free streaming content to arrive on your home screen soon. This week, the VIZO and AMC Networks announced an expansion of their partnership, including nine free streaming channels and over 150 on-demand movies and TV shows through the AMC+ app. The new channels include Portlandia, MSG Sports Zone, AMC en Espanol, Allblk Gems, and Overtime. VIZIO customers can access even more free feature films and series through the WatchFree+ app. The new titles are in addition to currently available channels like ALL Reality, WE tv, AMC Thrillers, IFC Films Picks, and The Walking Dead Universe. And it’s not just free content that’s included in the newly expand...

News Bug fixes, improvements, and new Gallery behavior. @andrew_andrew__ Mar 30, 2023, 11:05 am EDT | 1 min read Justin Duino / Review Geek Citing user feedback, Samsung is updating the cameras in Galaxy S23 series devices. The firmware update (S91xNKSU1AWC8), which is rather large at 922.88MB, is already rolling out in South Korea. It features several bug fixes and improvements, plus some changes to Gallery behavior. The update was announced in a Korean Samsung Community post (via SamMobile). It mainly addresses OIS performance and camera sharpness, particularly during ultra-wide shooting. That said, the most notable improvement is a streamlined (and optional) autofocus system. Here are all the changes introduced in this camera firmware update (translated f...

Justin Duino / How-To Geek USB-C is a reversible connector that can be used to transmit data, video and audio signals, and PCI-E signals, among others. It also supports much faster charging speeds than USB-A --- up to a few hundred watts --- with USB Power Delivery. USB-C is the emerging standard for charging and transferring data. Right now, it’s included in devices like laptops, phones, and tablets and — given time — it’ll spread to pretty much everything that currently uses the older, larger USB connector. What Is USB Type-C? USB Type-C, usually just called “USB-C,” is a new USB connector designed to better accommodate modern needs. It was designed with a huge number of improvements over previous USB cables (and ports). Here’s the quick list of everything new and improved:...

The ASUS Chromebox 5 was revealed earlier this year as a new compact desktop PC running Google ChromeOS. ASUS has now re-announced it as pre-orders become available. The ASUS Chromebox 5 was initially shown off at CES 2023, but it didn’t get a ton of attention at the time, given everything else that was going on. ASUS has now re-announced it, calling the box “a computer that combines exceptional performance with a contemporary design.” Just like the company’s previous Chromebox computers, this is a compact PC with the software experience of a Chromebook. ASUS is selling the Chromebox 5 with four different CPU options: an Intel Core i7-1260P, Core i5-1240P, Core i3-1220P, or Celeron 7305. The Celeron version will be sold with 4-16 GB RAM, while the others will be available...