Digital Decorum: A TechGents Blog
macOS Tahoe 26.6: Should Your Business Update Right Now?
Apple just shipped a security-heavy update to macOS Tahoe, and it's tempting to let it sit in the corner like every other update notification. Here's why that instinct works against you this time, and what to check before you install.
Why Your OLD Surge Protector Isn't Protecting Your Gear
You've probably never replaced the surge protector under your desk, and you've probably never thought about whether you should. Here's what happens inside one of these things every time the power hiccups, and why a lit indicator doesn't mean it's still doing its job.
What Springfield Businesses Should Do About Windows 10
Windows 10 reached end of support months ago, and a lot of Springfield small businesses are still running it without realizing what that means. Here's the honest version of what's at risk and what to do about it.
Inkjet vs. Laser: The Real Cost for Low-Volume Printing
Printer manufacturers have been running the same play for decades: sell the hardware cheap, then make it back on ink. For a business that prints sporadically, that model quietly drains hundreds of dollars in cartridges that never touched a piece of paper. The math on this is not close.
Why PC Components Are Getting Expensive Fast
Building your own PC has always been about getting more for your money than a pre-built could offer. That math is getting harder to run. The memory market has been quietly transformed by AI infrastructure demand, and the hobbyist is the last one in line.