How to get the quietest typing experience in a laptop
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve wanted to get my hands on a machine that I didn’t need, but that had an absolutely silent keyboard.The first time I tried one, I was impressed with its responsiveness.But the second time I bought one, the keyboard was simply too...
How to make a mechanical keyboard using a digital pen and an old-fashioned mechanical hand
Mechanical keyboards are a staple of computing circles these days.They’re the default keyboard, and they’re often seen in classrooms, libraries, and offices as the easiest way to work.They are often the first option for users who want to use a laptop without having to deal with touch screens, and...
What are the best diesel mechanics for cars?
By now you probably know that diesel engines are the engine of choice for modern cars.They’re very fuel efficient and they’re great for running on the highway and in congested areas.But what about the fuel consumption?While they are generally considered to be efficient and fuel-efficient overalls are generally more...
‘It’s a big win’: Consumer advocates win over regulators
Consumer advocates celebrated on Monday a major victory for their fight against the new rule, which will force banks to provide more transparency on how they manage their customers’ money.The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced that it had won a preliminary injunction against the rule from the Federal Trade...
Toyota: No plans to retire the Tundra, but the company wants to change its design
A Toyota spokesman said the automaker would not be taking any action to end the long-running design contest that pits different models against one another.“Toyota has been the pioneer in the design of the Tunguska rocket, the T.U.V., and the T-55.This competition is a legacy of that legacy,” the...
The Lad’s first novel: The Last Man
An old friend is visiting the Lad.A young woman in her fifties, she is a very good writer and a very nice lady.The Lad tells the story of a strange and mysterious man who has come to visit.The old man and the young woman have a history of being...
What is the real value of a Toyota mechanic?
What is a Toyota manual?You might be wondering.If you’ve never seen one, you’re not alone.In fact, Toyota’s website says it has been used in “a large number of automotive applications, including vehicles with a manual transmission”.However, Toyota has never published any official information about what a manual is.And that’s...
Which NFL teams will have their bye this season?
A bye week is often a time for teams to work out their weaknesses and look for their next step.The Saints and Patriots will likely need to use their bye week to find a replacement for Brandon Browner, and the Eagles and Falcons have the option to work with...
Apple keyboard with pin-based navigation pins is finally here
Apple is expected to unveil a keyboard for the new MacBook Pros, and it looks like it’ll have some mechanical keys.According to AppleInsider, the keyboard will use two-pronged pin-type mechanical keys, with one side having a mechanical pin that’s on the left side of the keyboard.The other side has...
Why some keyboards don’t work as well as you think they should, and why you should care
8.6.1 How to install and configure a custom mechanical keyboard Source Ars Technic article 8-6.2 Mechanical keyboards have become so ubiquitous that they’re becoming synonymous with the entire computing world.But how do they work?This guide covers how to install, configure, and customize a mechanical keyboard.8.7 Introduction to mechanical keyboards...