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See your SSD’s health and other hidden stats with this free tool
CrystalDiskInfo is a free tool that can provide deeper insight into your SSD's health and other hidden stats. Here's how to use it.
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How to get Microsoft Office 365 for cheap
Office 365 discounts: How to get Microsoft's subscription for less.
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3 tweaks that help your laptop battery last longer
If you're trying to help your laptop's battery survive until the end of the day, these three settings tweaks help substantially.
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How to upgrade to Windows 11: Every option explained
We'll show you how to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 using several easy methods, from downloading an ISO to using Windows 10's Windows Update tool.
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Setting up a local account in Windows 11 is tricky. Here's how to do it
Turns out Microsoft didn’t truly kill off local accounts in Windows 11—and thank goodness, because you’d otherwise be out of luck if you have no internet.
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How to tell what kind of RAM you have
There are several easy ways to learn more about your system's memory.
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This one Brave feature sold me on the whole browser
This Chrome competitor bills itself on privacy and security, but I love it for rescuing me from a daily annoyance.
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How to spot a scam email (and scam texts)
Scam emails can cause massive headaches or, worse, financial ruin. Here are some telltale warning signs to look out for.
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Wi-Fi problems? Here's how to diagnose your router issues
Get to the root of your Wi-Fi problems with these simple steps. They range from small tweaks to your existing router to buying a Wi-Fi extender to purchasing a new Wi-Fi router for a complete fresh start.
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Is your laptop slow? Try these 9 things before you give up
Don't ditch that aging laptop until you try these speed-boosting tricks first.
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How to tune Windows 10 for laser-focused productivity
Windows 10 is chock full of tools that can eliminate distractions, optimize your workflow, and make you all-around more productive—but they aren't always obvious.
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Speed up Google Chrome: 9 tips and tweaks
Google's Chrome is the world's most popular browser for a reason. But these nine tweaks make it even better, by making it even faster.
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How to update your PC’s BIOS
Updating your BIOS can cut boot times, fix compatibility issues, and improve overall performance–or brick your system if you do it wrong. But with recent AM5 motherboard issues, an out-of-date BIOS can leave your PC vulnerable.
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How to benchmark your graphics card
Even if you aren't into overclocking, benchmarking your graphics card can help ensure your GPU is running as expected. Here's how to do it.
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How to make Windows 11 look like Windows 10
Windows 11 gives Microsoft's operating system a bold new look, but you can still make it feel (mostly) familiar. Here's how.
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How to securely erase your hard drive or SSD
Ensure that the data on your old drives is safe from prying eyes with this simple guide to securely wiping your hard drives.
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How to factory reset your Windows 11 laptop
If you're dealing with a slow laptop, a factory reset may be in order. Here's how to do it.
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How to take a screenshot on your Windows 11 laptop
Need to take a screenshot on your Windows 11 laptop? We've got you covered.
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