Mar 1, 2021 7:19 AM | By Brad Chacos

Get a big, fast 17-inch HP laptop for $480 after a massive discount

HP is selling its Ryzen-powered 17z laptop for a whopping $220 off.

Mar 1, 2021 2:54 AM | By Mark Hachman

How to create strong, secure passwords by learning how to crack them

Learn why strong, secure paswords matter by seeing how easy it is to crack passwords with a common tool. Longer, more complex passwords are best, and you'll see why.

Feb 26, 2021 10:45 AM | By Gordon Mah Ung

How Framework plans to break the curse of upgradeable laptops

Our Q&A with Framework's CEO might convince you that an upgradeable laptop might finally happen.

The Full Nerd Feb 26, 2021 8:43 AM | By PCWorld staff

The Full Nerd ep. 169: GeForce RTX 3060 reviews, new Radeon GPU teased

In this episode of The Full Nerd, we talk about new graphics cards you probably can’t buy anytime soon.

Feb 26, 2021 7:34 AM | By Ian Paul

Dell's immersive 32-inch 4K curved gaming monitor is 40% off

The online retailer is selling the Dell S3221QS for $330.

updated Feb 26, 2021 6:00 AM | By Mark Hachman

The story of the Windows XP 'Bliss' desktop theme—and what it looks like today

Like Windows XP itself, Microsoft's 'Bliss' image of rolling green hills has aged, and evolved. Here's its story— and what the real-world site looks like today.

Feb 26, 2021 3:34 AM | By Adam Patrick Murray

How does an RTX 3080 perform inside an eGPU?

External GPU's are a tempting option for laptop gamers, but there is a point where it's not worth it.

Feb 26, 2021 2:59 AM | By Gordon Mah Ung

A part of us died with Fry's Electronics

Fry’s Electronics, with its bright lights and endless aisles of technology, was a pilgrimage for PC nerds, a bonding experience, and a place for the tribe to gather. All of the stores closed as of February 24, 2021, marking the end of an era.

Feb 25, 2021 8:05 AM | By Ian Paul

Upgrade to a face-melting 144Hz gaming monitor for just $150

The Acer Nitro XF243Y gaming monitor is just $150 at Best Buy.