Buying PC parts in 2023: The practical guide
Let’s be honest: it’s not a great time to build a new desktop. Prices are high on everything, especially the latest and (only sometimes) greatest CPUs and GPUs. If you’re looking for […]
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Microsoft guide says how to run Windows on M1 Macs
When Apple switched from its proprietary PowerPC hardware to Intel-based Macs in 2005, one of the biggest advantages was that Macs could run Windows natively, either as a primary operating system or […]
Mechanical keyboard switches: The straightforward guide
When it comes to keyboards, enthusiasts can get real particular about the way in which it feels and sounds. Me? The more it click-clacks like a typewriter, the better. Gamers may prefer […]
What to look for in a CRT monitor: The ultimate guide for retro gamers
CRT monitors have surged back to relevance on a wave of nostalgia, driven by the exploding popularity of retro gaming. Unfortunately, most of the reviews, specification sheets, and comparison data that once […]
Nvidia GeForce tuning guide: 5 tips to optimize your RTX graphics card
Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 40-series and 30-series graphics cards are already very powerful out of the box, particularly for gaming. But of course, tuning can bring out even more performance, efficiency, and image […]
Laptop formfactors: Your guide to every shape, use case and feature
Until about 15 years ago, the term “laptop” meant one thing: a portable PC that unfolds to reveal a screen on one half and a keyboard on the other. But with the […]
Microsoft erases guide for switching to local Windows accounts
Did you know that it’s entirely possible to use Windows 11 with a local-only account, the way it worked way back when computers still used floppy drives? You’d be forgiven for not […]
How to protect your college laptop: A student’s guide to cybersecurity
Security is essential for any laptop, whether you’re on a college laptop, a gaming laptop, or especially a business laptop. But college laptops face unique challenges. For example, if you’re a student […]
Lightroom crash course. Ultimate beginners guide to Lightroom Classic
Have you ever wondered what is the correct workflow for Lightroom Classic? Discover how to build a catalog, tag and sort images. Filter through and find the best photos quickly. Make them […]
Complete guide to Layer Blending Modes in Photoshop, written, video + free ebook
Photoshop Layer Blending Modes. The Complete Guide One of the fastest ways to get amazing looking images is by using Blending modes, because each blending mode changes the way that a layer […]
