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Do You Really Need a Powerful GPU? 5 Reasons to Save Your Money

A powerful, high-end GPU is an exciting prospect, but do you really need to drop a couple of thousand bucks right now?

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What Is the Motherboard BIOS Quick Flash Button and How Does It Work?

Have you noticed a strange button on the back of your PC? It could be a BIOS Quick Flash Button. Here's what it does.

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Is It Faster to Move or Copy Files? Why?

Are you moving files? Would it be quicker to copy? Does it even make a difference?

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3 Ways to Check If Your CPU or GPU Is Overclocked

If your hardware is overclocked, you'll need better cooling or you could wreck your system.

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How to Undervolt Your Laptop With Intel XTU

Is your laptop getting a little too toasty? Undervolting your laptop is an easy way to help it keep its cool under pressure: here's how to do that.

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5 Pointless Bits of Technology That Actually Make Your Life Better

They aren't as "useless" as they might seem.

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What Is a Memory Leak and How Do They Happen?

Memory leaks can significantly impact the performance of your computer. But what exactly are they, and why do they happen?

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4 Ways to Check If Your GPU Was Modded for Crypto Mining

Buying a used graphics card? Run through our crypto mining GPU checklist first.

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What Is Intel's Alder Lake? 4 Things You Need to Know

Intel's 12th generation of consumer CPUs are coming, and they're codenamed "Alder Lake." Here's why it's such an important step forward.

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How Are These 3 Manufacturers Cheating on SSD Speed Tests?

You buy hardware from trusted brands. But what happens when they break that trust?

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How Does Your Computer Mouse Work?

We use computer mice all the time, but we never ask how they work.

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How to Get the Most Out of Your E-Scooter with Proper Maintenance

Considering an e-scooter? Check out these vital maintenance tips before you buy.

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8 Things to Consider Before Buying Refurbished Devices

Don't buy a refurbished laptop or smartphone without checking these buying tips!

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What Is POST (Power-on Self Test)?

Your computer POSTs every time you use it, but what is the POST and why is it important?

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The 3 Reasons BlackBerry Failed Spectacularly—and Why They Might Rise Again

Blackberry rode the massive highs, but has long embraced the crushing lows.

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Powerline Adapter vs. Mesh Wi-Fi: What's Best for Your Home?

Moved into a new home? The first question is always, "How do we get an internet connection into this room?" Here's how.

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9 Ways to Fix an Unresponsive Audio Jack in Windows

Is one of your audio jacks failing to work? Here's how to get it up and running again on a Windows-based machine.

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5 Signs Your Laptop Won’t Last the Academic Year, and What to Do About It

Heading back to school? Just starting university? Give your laptop a health check first.

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What Is the Difference Between Aspect Ratio and Resolution?

Learn the technical jargon and you'll make better decisions about your next television or monitor.

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Are You Using Your Headphones the Wrong Way?

You use them every day, but are you destroying your headphones in the process? Here are 6 ways you're using your headphones wrong.

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