Plain-English guides to home tech
Short, jargon-free answers to the questions we hear most, so you can decide what’s worth it for your home before you spend a dollar.
What is mesh Wi-Fi, and do I need it?
A plain-English explanation of mesh Wi-Fi: how it works, when it fixes dead zones, and when a regular router is enough.
Read the guide →Smart doorbells: what they do and who they’re for
What a video doorbell does, the difference between battery and wired models, and why the subscription question matters.
Read the guide →Smart thermostats: are they worth it?
What a smart thermostat does, how it can save on heating and cooling, and how to know if your home is compatible.
Read the guide →How to spot a scam email, text or call
The warning signs of scam emails, texts and phone calls in Canada, and what to do if you think you’ve been caught.
Read the guide →Backing up your photos: the simple way
A simple, plain-English guide to backing up family photos and important files so they survive a lost phone or a dead computer.
Read the guide →Password managers, explained
What a password manager is, why it’s safer than a notebook or reusing passwords, and how to get started.
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