New Windows 11 Start menu annoyingly hides oft-used actions
He has been writing on almost all IT topics for around 25 years, covering everything from news to reviews and buying guides.
Don’t buy a Copilot+ laptop without knowing these 7 vital details
From our testing, Copilot+ PCs powered by the Snapdragon X Elite processor are at least competitive with Intel’s Core Ultra (Meteor Lake) laptops and can easily surpass them under certain scenarios when plugged in.
Fastest VPN 2024: We identify the speediest performers
That’s good enough to warrant a place on the fastest VPNs list regardless, but considering that the service comes with a free plan with no speed restrictions means it’s a no-brainer if your looking for a fast VPN at no cost.
Best Buy says new AMD Ryzen laptops coming in July
Michael's previous bylines include Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek, and he's covered events like CES and Mobile World Congress live.
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In addition to the 15.6-inch 1080p display, which is perfect for day-to-day activities like scrolling through your social media feed and watching Netflix, it also weighs approximately 3.75 pounds, making it a pretty travel-friendly machine.
Is your gaming laptop running hot? Here’s what you can do
The former allows higher performance in general due to the smaller pixel count, but keep in mind that lower resolutions tend to stress the CPU more and increase heat.
Norton 360 antivirus: 5 settings to change first
He's also the former editor-in-chief of How-To Geek and a veteran tech journalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times, PCMag, Reader's Digest, and other publications.
Best PC computer deals: Top picks from desktops to all-in-ones
Storage size is dependent upon your personal needs, but it is generally a good idea to opt for an SSD over an standard HDD as they are much faster and don’t significantly affect the price of a desktop.
Malwarebytes Premium Security review: A one-time staple, now optional
Custom scans let you tweak a handful of settings related to file types and areas of your PC, as well as how to handle potentially unwanted programs and modifications to your system.
Best VPN for Indiana, Idaho, and Kansas: Pornhub workarounds
Due to newly passed age verification laws designed to prevent minors from viewing adult content, Pornhub has begun blocking access to users in these states in protest.
Why 3D spatial audio is an unheralded game changer
That’s no more evident than in Rainbow Six Siege, where I find myself listening like a hawk for the chance of hearing players change from prone to standing, crossing different floor types, and deploying gadgets like flashbangs, to home in on their locations.
Reddit’s favorite desk chair is a massive 66% off
The Union & Scale chair features a mesh back and seat, a swivel-tilt mechanism, and a tension knob that allows you to change the resistance for easy reclining.