The Bits Blog
Welcome to The Bits blog! Here, you’ll find a collection of insightful articles exploring the intersection of technology and everyday life. From practical tips and how-tos to thought-provoking discussions about the digital world, we cover a range of topics to help you navigate the ever-evolving tech landscape.
Dive in and discover new perspectives, learn valuable skills, and stay informed about the latest trends.
- Business, Tech Advice
Many find themselves in a cycle of frustration that begins by choosing tools based on a sales pitch or relying on unvetted "tech help". While these paths start with good intentions, they often leave you with systems that ...
- Apps and Devices, Tech Advice
You're not just a user of AI. You're the architect, the designer, the final word on what leaves your desk. Read about the two-step method to ensure that any AI-generated work meets your professional standards of excellence. ...
- Apps and Devices, Opinion, Personal Development
Value used to come from "building" tasks, like drafting reports, which required time and effort. Now that AI can complete these tasks in seconds, sticking to this definition of value can lead to our obsolescence. ...
- Information Management, Tech Advice
Stop digital overwhelm by focusing on your "Essential Bits." Learn why backing up everything creates a mess and how to assign specific jobs to your backup tools. ...
- Information Management, Tech Advice
Is your data truly safe? Explore why you need to save beyond the cloud and learn practical steps to build a reliable digital safety net for your essential files. ...
- Safety and Security, Tech Advice
Many have been told “use strong passwords” or “turn on two-factor authentication,” but were never shown what that looks like in everyday use. So, security feels intimidating instead of supportive. Here’s a clear, practical way to approach it. ...
- Tech Advice
There are tech skills everyone assumes you already know — but most people were never taught, and this post explores those basics and why asking questions is the smartest place to start. ...
- Opinion, Tech Advice
One common myths I hear about tech is: “If it’s working, don’t touch it.” On the surface, this makes sense. But tech doesn’t stay the same just because we leave it alone. ...
- Resource, Tech Advice
January often arrives with a lot of pressure to reset, improve, get organized, and start fresh. When your tech is part of that picture, the pressure can feel heavier if it’s already frustrating or unreliable. ...