The biggest virtue of cheap reflector telescopes is undoubtedly those lovely big apertures. These give them the x-factor many people prize above all, as the effective magnification of a telescope …
What Is an Equatorial Telescope Mount?
Buying your first car is usually less complicated than . All cars are generally the same, and they either run well or don't. With telescopes, on the other hand, you need a keen understanding of what …
Document Shredding Security Levels Explained
Most business owners have a pretty good handle on the main rules and regulations they have to follow. You probably know the basics of paying tax, treating employees fairly, and taking care of any …
Will a Dashcam Reduce Your Auto Insurance Rates?
Some gadgets are bought because they actually save you money. A , for instance, provides you with fresh artisanal-quality bread for pennies on the dollar (once you figured out what all the buttons …
How to Clean a Telescope Lens
Obtaining a good view of an astronomical phenomenon requires you to get several things right. , reading sky charts and ephemerides, correctly aligning your equatorial mount, selecting the right , …
How to Use Dashcam Footage Legally
There are a plethora of videos available online showing people doing dumb things. This raises the question of how individuals' privacy rights should be balanced against the public right to be …
Beginner’s Guide to Astrophotography
Seeing a planet, nebula, or deep-sky galaxy for the first time is exhilarating. Unfortunately, the experience is also fleeting. Sure, you can probably find it again, but perfect viewing conditions …
Why Telescopes Work Better with Filters
Even experienced astronomers sometimes forget that telescopes don't really "see" anything; that job belongs to the eye. Some people just naturally have better vision, at least of the type skygazing …
The Growing Importance of Paper Shredding
The paperless office and economy are concepts on which, excuse the pun, a lot of ink has been spilled, but it is not as of yet a reality. Payslips and checks are still printed, as a digital copy is …
How to Choose a Document Destruction Company
Off the top of your head, what are the risks your business is exposed to? Chances are that you can list half a dozen in the time it takes to read this paragraph, but did the risk of not having a …
Indoor Humidity and Apparent Temperature
When it comes to lowering their utility bill, most homeowners think that the only options are making an expensive purchase or accepting discomfort. In actuality, there may be a cheap and simple …
Baby Monitor Night Vision Explained
The first thing I should tell you is that I have no children of my own. That doesn't mean that I dislike them or don't understand the anxiety parents feel, especially about their younger …
Is Compressed Air Safe to Use?
Many engineers are attracted to air compressors due to their reliability, low cost, and ability to do so many different things. However, something they saw on TV or the internet sometimes makes them …
How Speakers Work, and What Makes them Good
The people who get the best possible performance out of a given audio setup are called audio engineers for a reason: once you move past the basics, things quickly get more than a little technical. …