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Rates, accounts and crypto basics, explained in plain English.

Money & Finance

APR vs APY: What’s the Difference?

APR is simple yearly interest; APY includes compounding. Here's the real difference between APR and APY, a worked example, and how to compare rates fairly.

By See the Light Shine desk · November 11, 2026

Money & Finance

What Is a Perpetual Futures Contract?

A perpetual futures contract is a crypto derivative with no expiry, kept near spot by funding payments. Here's how perpetual swaps work, in plain English.

By See the Light Shine desk · November 11, 2026

Step-by-step fixes for the phones, apps and computers you use every day.

Tech & How-To

How to Screen Record on Windows 11

How to screen record on Windows 11 with the built-in Snipping Tool and Xbox Game Bar, step by step, with audio options and where recordings are saved.

By See the Light Shine desk · November 11, 2026

Clear definitions for the terms and ideas that are easy to nod at but hard to pin down.

Explainers

What Is Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)?

Two-factor authentication adds a second login step so a stolen password isn't enough. Here's how 2FA works and which method is safest.

By See the Light Shine desk · November 11, 2026

Explainers

What Is a VPN and How Does It Work?

A VPN encrypts your traffic and hides your IP. Here's what a VPN is, how it works, what it does and doesn't protect, and when it actually helps.

By See the Light Shine desk · November 11, 2026

Practical answers to the everyday problems around the house.

Life & Home

How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies

How to get rid of fruit flies fast with a simple vinegar trap, removing what attracts them, and keeping them from coming back.

By See the Light Shine desk · November 11, 2026