10 essential computer tools for building a PC
You can build a PC with just a screwdriver on hand, but you’ll have an easier time of it if you have all the essentials available. That includes computer tools to get […]
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What is encryption? The backbone of computer security, explained
If you’ve read anything about technology in the last few years, you may have seen the term “encryption” floating around. It’s a simple concept, but the realities of its use are enormously […]
Move over, Apple: Computer users love Samsung in new survey
Apple usually commands the highest degree of fan loyalty and customer satisfaction. No longer. In a recent survey, Samsung tied Apple for the best computer experience. According to the ACSI Household Appliance […]
Hands on: HP’s Spectre Foldable PC redefines what a computer can be
Getting hands-on with the HP Spectre Foldable at a press event in Palo Alto California last week revealed an exciting reality about folding laptops: They’ve now evolved past that first troubled stage […]
Raspberry Pi 400: This $100 keyboard is a full-blown computer
Looking at the hardware, the Raspberry Pi 400 is effectively an optimized Raspberry Pi 4 Model B built into a keyboard. Students and tinkerers get a PC with a small footprint, a […]
Framework Computer hacked, customer info stolen
Framework has become a rising star in the consumer tech world, designing some of the only laptops on the market that are completely serviceable and upgradable by the end user. But even […]
Raspberry Pi 5 review: A huge upgrade for the single-board computer
The Raspberry Pi dominated the maker scene for a decade. Supply chain problems then brought the high flying to an end. With the Raspberry Pi 5, the Raspberry Pi Foundation is now […]
How long does computer RAM actually last?
When it comes to PCs, it’s important to know a thing or two about the hardware inside of them. Along with the CPU and GPU, RAM is one of the essential hardware […]
Edifier’s new QR65 computer speakers look as good as they sound
Edifier is a popular speaker choice among desktop PC enthusiasts. Its R1280T bookshelf speakers are a staple on /r/battlestations and the top of Amazon’s best-seller list, and there’s a pair sitting a […]
Modder gets Windows XP running on an ancient computer from 1989
When Windows XP launched on August 24, 2001, the official system requirements included a computer with a Pentium processor of at least 233MHz, 64MB of working memory, and 1.5 GB of storage […]
