Whether on the Internet or on a smaller network, several elements are mandatory to connect to the right site or the right machine. But it’s not always obvious what the exact term should be used to define each of them. That’s why, in this article, I will explain to you the main differences between an…
When we are not very advanced about technology, we tend to mix different words that not necessarily mean the same thing. As a computer engineer, it tends to irritate me. But anyway, in this article I will try to make the difference between a computer and a PC clearer for you, so you can use…
We tend to use different words when talking about space vehicles, but we not always really understand the differences between them. In this article, I’ll explain the main differences between a rocket and a spaceship, they are absolutely not the same thing. To simplify, rocket and spaceship are two different stages. The rocket is cheaper…
Discord may seem like a new challenger in the solutions we have to chat online, and maybe you are not really used to it yet. What’s the difference with the other options, like Reddit, for example? That’s the question I will answer in this article. Overall, Reddit is a giant forum, split in thousands of…
Rockets and missiles are two words that are frequently used interchangeably. Personally, I tend to use “missile” in a military context and “rocket” for space exploration. But what’s the real difference? As a whole, rocket are short-range weapons because they can’t be guided after launch. On the other hand, missiles include a navigation system and…
PHP and MySQL are two acronyms we see a lot when reading about web development, but it’s not that easy for non-developers to understand the differences between them and how they work together. That’s why I wrote this article, even if you are new to this you’ll finally understand how much they differ. PHP and…
SVN and Git are two applications that are often used by programmers. But if you are not one of them, or just getting started, you might not know the differences between them. That’s exactly why I wrote this article, so keep reading to find the answer. Git is a distributed version control system while SVN…
Database management is already a complex topic, but their creators have found ways to make it even more abstract: adding some virtual layers. In this article, I’ll explain the difference between tables and views, and how to use them efficiently. As a whole, tables are a static way to keep information in a database, while…
Linux is complicated for different reasons. But even when you think you know Linux, switching from a distribution to another can also bring many changes, like the one concerning the package manager. DEB and RPM are two files used by package managers on Linux operating systems. The main difference is that DEB can only be…
When you’re not tech-savvy, it’s difficult to understand the nuances between all these terms. Even if I’m used to it as a system administrator and web developer, I understand this problem, as I also often face unfamiliar terms and abbreviations.Anyway, in this article I will explain the difference between Zip and Tar file formats. The…
