John Loeppky
John Loeppky is a British-Canadian disabled freelance writer based in Regina, Saskatchewan. His work has appeared for the CBC, FiveThirtyEight, Defector, and a multitude of others. John most often writes about disability, sport, media, technology, and art. He can be reached at john@jloeppky.com or via Twitter. His goal in life is to have an entertaining obituary to read.
Latest articles by John Loeppky

How to download a Windows 11 ISO file and perform a clean install
By John Loeppky published
Tutorial Use a Windows 11 ISO to install the operating system afresh

How to enable Secure Boot in Windows 11
By John Loeppky published
Explainer Most modern PCs have Secure Boot enabled by default, but sometimes this Windows 11 requirement might need to be turned on manually

How long does it take to upgrade to Windows 11?
By John Loeppky published
Tutorial Installing Windows 11 might range from a few minutes to a few hours depending on your internet connection speeds and your PC’s hard drive

What are the minimum requirements for Windows 11?
By John Loeppky published
Tutorials Your machine needs to meet several minimum hardware requirements before upgrading to Windows 11

ChatGPT vs chatbots: What’s the difference?
By John Loeppky published
In-depth With ChatGPT making waves, businesses might question whether the technology is more sophisticated than existing chatbots and what difference it'll make to customer experience

How ableist algorithms dominate digital spaces
By John Loeppky published
Analysis From clumsy social media ads to problematic automation in recruitment, algorithms are often unintentionally stacked against disabled professionals

What is ChatGPT?
By John Loeppky published
In-depth ChatGPT has taken the industry by storm, opening up a realm of new possibilities in fields from healthcare to publishing

What is generative AI?
By John Loeppky published
In-depth Leaps forward in technology and the likes of ChatGPT have put generative AI and its powerful potential on the map

What’s behind the wave of big tech layoffs in 2023?
By John Loeppky published
In-depth The recent wave of job losses has as much to do with seizing the opportunity for a major reshuffle as it has to do with the economy, industry insiders reveal

Mesh network vs Wi-Fi extender: Which is best for my business?
By John Loeppky published
In-depth Both a mesh network and Wi-Fi extender offer different advantages depending on the particular need, and size, of an organisation

How IT professionals can boost their career in the new year
By John Loeppky published
In-depth Industry standard qualifications are still in demand, but the modern IT pro needs more than that to get ahead

AI is now powerful enough to automate the back office
By John Loeppky last updated
In-depth But that doesn't mean it's as easy as flicking a switch

How to install Windows 11 on a Mac
By John Loeppky published
Tutorials Installing Windows 11 on a Mac can present benefits for IT professionals and developers, but you must first check which type of machine you have

Can the AI Bill of Rights shape global AI regulation?
By John Loeppky published
In-depth Experts clash over whether the policy proposal is fit for purpose, with some suggesting it does more harm than good

Best Twitter alternatives for businesses and IT professionals
By John Loeppky published
In-depth With its long-term viability as a networking and commercial space in question, the industry is casting its eye to several Twitter alternatives

Windows 11 tips and tricks for IT professionals
By John Loeppky published
In-depth Like many systems, Windows 11 has a slate of hidden tips and tricks for users looking to ramp up productivity

What is a router and how does it work?
By John Loeppky published
In-depth The role of a router in networking goes beyond simply allowing your business to access the web and stay connected with colleagues

What is mesh Wi-Fi and how does it work?
By John Loeppky published
In-depth Although mesh Wi-Fi networks promise to increase coverage, it isn’t suitable for everyone and there are some concerns to take into account

Should your business upgrade to Windows 11?
By John Loeppky published
In-depth With Windows 10 reaching end-of-life in 2025, businesses may not feel it’s worth taking the Windows 11 plunge just yet – but a raft of new features might turn heads

Fixing the faltering AI transcription ecosystem
By John Loeppky published
In-depth Highly in-demand services that make up this ecosystem are riddled with problems, raising negative consequences for productivity and accessibility

Why low-code and no-code can be a route through recession
By John Loeppky published
In-depth Businesses in need of cost and time-savings might benefit from alternative methodologies

What is WCAG and how do these guidelines power accessibility online?
By John Loeppky published
In-depth Experts urge a mentality shift, away from box-ticking compliance, to one that incorporates ease of use into the very fabric of web design

Six cyber security companies to watch in 2022
By John Loeppky published
In-depth The companies breaking new ground in data retention, software development, training, risk management, and automation
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