The world we live in is significantly different than the world we knew just a few weeks ago, let alone a year ago. Around the world, people face self-isolation and quarantine as we attempt to stop the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19. This can be scary and lonely, especially for those who live alone or who have distant loved ones that they’re worried about. Fortunately, we also live in a world where technology can bring us closer together even as we must stay apart. There are a number of ways that modern technology can help us stay connected with those we love. While some of these depend on you having the right pieces of hardware, others are software solutions that almost anyone ca…