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6 Reasons You Should Always Research Before Buying Used Electronics

Don't wait until the product arrives. Conduct as much research as possible before hitting the buy button!

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The Best 8K TVs

Futureproof your viewing experience by investing in a stunning 8K TV.

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Anode vs. Cathode: Which Is Positive and Negative?

Is the anode positive or negative? What about the cathode? Discover how the polarity is

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How to Measure Voltage on a Breadboard

When building electronic circuits, it's useful to know how to use a multimeter on a breadboard to measure voltage.

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Torx Screws vs. Torx Security Screws: What’s the Difference?

Not only are there Torx screws, but you may comes across Torx Security or Plus screws in gadgets. Find out how to remove them.

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The 8 Best Online Shopping Sites for Cheap Electronics

Buying cheap electronics is one way to save money. These online shopping sites have the best deals on cheap electronics.

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Raspberry Pi Pico Pinout Explained: Everything You Need to Know

The Raspberry Pi Pico is a powerful little microcontroller board with 40 pins to connect electronics. Find out what they all do.

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14 Great Arduino Projects for Beginners

Interested in Arduino projects but not sure where to begin? These beginner projects will teach you how to get started.

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Build an Oscilloscope With Raspberry Pi Pico

Looking for a cheap and easy-to-assemble oscilloscope? Here is a guide on how to make one using a Raspberry Pi Pico.

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DIY
10 Essentials for Every Electronics Hobbyist and Tinkerer

If you're just starting out with electronics projects, here are the essential tools and components you'll need.

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6 Motion Sensor DIY Ideas to Automate Your Home

Motion sensors are a great addition to your smart home setup and can be used in so many different ways, from detecting intruders to opening doors.

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How to Build a CAN Bus With a Breadboard and Arduino

Use this robust serial communication protocol to connect two Arduino boards together and send data to each other.

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Pure vs. Modified Sine Wave Inverter: Which Should You Buy?

Having a hard time choosing between pure and modified sine wave inverters? Check out how they work and their differences to make the right choice.

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Mastering Serial Communication With Arduino

Serial communication enables your Arduino to talk to other devices. Discover how to connect and code them using any of four protocols.

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The Positive and Negative Effects of Technology on Your Life

As a society, we've come a long way with the help of technology. But is it all rainbows and sunshine? Or does technology have its downsides?

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What Is Solder Paste and What Is It Used For?

Solder paste is a very useful substance for soldering electronics and is fairly easy to use. Here's everything you need to know.

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Find Your Way With a GY-271 Compass Module and Arduino

Adding a compass module to your Arduino microcontroller opens up a host of possibilities for projects. Here's how to connect one and use it.

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What Is a Pull Up Resistor and How Do You Use One?

Pull-up resistors are essential in many digital circuits. Let's talk about how pull-up resistors work and how to use them.

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Make Your Own Room Thermometer & Humidity Meter With Arduino

With an Arduino, DHT22 sensor, and LCD, you can create a gadget to measure and show temperature and relative humidity.

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Potentiometers vs. Rotary Encoders and How to Use Them With Arduino

Potentiometers and rotary encoders looks almost identical at first glance, but they work in different ways. Discover how to use both with an Arduino.

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