Jan 12, 2003 12:00 PM

Slideshow: Taking Tech Toys for a Spin

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Quantum ‘Jamming’ Could Help Unlock the Mysteries of Causality

To keep communications secure in a post-quantum world, cryptographers are digging down into the concept of cause and effect.

Matt von Hippel

Acer Promo Codes: 40% Off

From 40% off accessory bundles to verified student and military discounts, here's how to save on Predator, Nitro, and Swift laptops and monitors at Acer.com.

Luke Larsen

Old Oil and Gas Wells Could Find Second Life Producing Clean Energy

States across the US are looking to take major sources of pollution and use them to generate much-needed power.

Maria Gallucci

All the Fancy Measuring Devices Used in Science Rely on Two Stone-Age Techniques

The many methods we use to gather data ultimately boil down to either counting or comparing.

Rhett Allain

The State Department Really Doesn’t Want to Talk About the Office of Remigration

The office was created a year ago and seemingly named for a far right European plan to expel minorities and immigrants from Western nations. It now works, a source says, with little to no oversight.

David Gilbert

Mesh System or Wi-Fi Router? We Explain How to Choose

Find out whether a single Wi-Fi router or a mesh system makes the most sense for your home network.

Simon Hill

Why Garlic Repels Mosquitoes and Keeps Them From Breeding

Garlic, as your grandmother may have told you, repels mosquitoes; it also completely blocks them from mating and laying eggs. Diallyl disulfide, it turns out, deserves the credit.

Fernanda González

How to Watch Google I/O

Google I/O is back with updates to Search, Android, Gemini, and a fresh peek at upcoming Android XR smart glasses. Here's how to watch the announcements live and what to expect.

Boone Ashworth