Articles by Jared Newman
How to turn an old tablet into a second PC monitor for free
Spacedesk: The best free software for turning a tablet into a computer monitor
DOS games on Steam Deck: Here’s the best way to do it
A step-by-step guide to playing classic PC games on the Steam Deck.
11 web browser tricks for power users
Here's how to browse more efficiently in Chrome, Edge, and Firefox.
Master your Steam Deck with these 22 tips and tricks
Steam Deck guide: Shortcuts, sideloading tips, what to play, and more.
Speed up your Windows PC with this 60-second tune-up tip
It's a dead-simple trick, but so few PC users do it. Here's how to improve PC performance by disabling Windows startup apps
Got an iPhone? Here’s how to get Apple iMessages on Windows 11
With Intel's Unison app and Windows 11, you can read and respond to iMessages straight from your PC.
This free Windows wallpaper app gives your desktop superpowers
Lively Wallpaper is the best free live wallpaper app for WIndows.
Get your email privacy in order with these free must-use tools
Protect your email address and stop email snooping with these free tools.
5 free tech tools for staying organized
These are the best productivity apps for notes, to-do lists, and bookmarks.
Is gigabit internet worth it? Only if you meet these 3 criteria
Do you really need gigabit internet service? Probably not. Here's why it may be overkill, plus three scenarios where it actually makes sense.
How to use two-factor authentication to lock down your accounts the right way
Two-factor authentication: How to use apps, security keys, and other methods instead of a phone number.
The Steam Deck’s button mapper is the best feature you’re not using
An in-depth guide to changing the controls on your Steam Deck.
Why the iPad still can’t replace my laptop
Why the iPad can't replace my laptop yet: It's just not flexible enough.
How (and why) to use your browser’s beta versions
Be a beta browser user. You'll get new features faster, with little risk.
Clean crapware off your PC in minutes with this free app
Need to remove software from your PC in a hurry? Bulk Crap Uninstaller is much more efficient than the default Windows uninstaller.
Why I switched to Bitwarden for my password manager
Need a free password manager? Bitwarden is a great option, especially if you change some of its default settings. Here's why I switched.
How to remove your browser’s auto-fill data
Overwhelmed by form auto-fill options in your web browser? Here's how to clear the clutter in Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari.
Steam Deck 2 wishlist: What we want from Valve’s next-gen handheld
Valve has confirmed that it will make more Steam Deck devices. Here are some unsolicited suggestions for the future.