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What is E-Ink?

From e-readers to colour screens, discover how e-ink works, why it uses so little power, and why adding colour isn’t as easy as it seems.

24 July 2026

How do drones keep balanced?

Drones don’t hover by staying still — they balance by panicking hundreds of times per second and correcting instantly. Inside, tiny sensors and smart controllers keep them upright in a constant dance with physics.

23 July 2026

Is fetch, decode, execute still a thing?

Fetch, decode, execute: the classic CPU cycle is still alive and well, just turbocharged with pipelines, out-of-order execution, and branch prediction. Modern processors may be chaotic, but underneath it all, the old three-step dance still runs the show.

22 July 2026

Time2Code for Python has moved to GoCodeIt and Dodona

Following the closure of Trinket, the Time2Code Python course is now hosted on the GoCodeIt and Dodona platforms. As part […]

21 July 2026

Why is RAM Suddenly So Expensive?

Why has RAM gone from bargain-bin prices to costing like a city break? It’s not your PC suddenly getting fancy — AI data centres are hoovering up memory, and a few big companies are calling the shots.

Am I really Human?

Ever wondered why ticking “I am not a robot” feels like a test of your very humanity? It turns out your human clumsiness is exactly what keeps bots at bay.

20 July 2026

Why are TVs so cheap now?

Ever wondered why you can grab a 43” 4K smart TV for just £120? It’s a mix of industrial-scale manufacturing, razor-sharp competition, and the surprising role your viewing habits play in keeping prices low.

10 July 2026

Four revision techniques that actually work

Stop wasting time on ineffective revision. Learn four proven techniques that improve recall, confidence and exam performance.

8 July 2026

How can Craig’n’Dave say their new KS3 resources are “curriculum 2028 ready”?

It’s a fair question, so we’d like to explain exactly what we mean. First and foremost, we do not have […]

The Year 7 dip: why enthusiasm fades – and how to rebuild it

Why do so many pupils lose their enthusiasm after Year 7? Explore the research behind the motivation dip and practical ways teachers can reignite it.

7 July 2026

Will quantum computers break encryption?

Could quantum computers really break encryption and put our data at risk? We explore the reality behind the hype, from qubits and Shor’s Algorithm to the future of post-quantum security.

6 July 2026

How does that website know where I live?

Ever wondered how websites always seem to know where you are? It’s not magic—it’s IP geolocation, your internet address giving away your general location.

5 July 2026

Has Steam brought AAA gaming to Linux?

Valve’s Steam Deck and Steam Machine are shaking up gaming, bringing Linux closer to AAA titles than ever before. But with Proton bridging DirectX and anti-cheat hurdles still in play, the future of Linux gaming is exciting—and a little unpredictable!

2 July 2026

What is Cloudflare?

Cloudflare is the internet’s bouncer, bodyguard, and personal trainer, keeping websites fast, secure, and resilient against attacks. Discover how it speeds up content delivery, blocks cyber threats, and why so much of the web relies on it.

Do we really need airplane mode?

Airplane mode isn’t theatre—and it’s not because your phone could take down a plane. It’s a clever safety measure that keeps electronics, mobile networks, and fellow passengers out of trouble.

1 July 2026

The social media debate: What it really means for schools

As social media regulation looms, what will it mean for schools? Explore the challenges, risks and opportunities for education.

20 June 2026

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