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The RTX 4080 in a running test bench.

How to roll back Nvidia drivers

Rolling back Nvidia drivers can be a good way to get a game or app working again if a new release broke it. Here's how to do just that.
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Why I’m still using a 14 year-old Dell monitor and I’m not ashamed

I upgrade my technology on a regular basis, but there's one that I haven't for almost 15 years: my Dell UltraSharp 2408WFP. Here's why it's lasted so long.
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Ryzen 7000 CPUs have a serious problem with their heat spreaders

The Ryzen 7000 CPUs we have for testing keep scratching up the cold plates on our AIO coolers. Is it time we all started delidding our CPUs?
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A power over Ethernet IP camera.

What is power over Ethernet?

Power over Ethernet is a useful technology for simplifying cabling, reducing cost, and placing your network endpoint devices wherever you want.
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600Hz displays are coming. Here’s why they’re not as silly as you might think

Super high refresh rates aren't for everyone, but for comeptitive gamers, is there a case to go beyond 360Hz? With new 600Hz gaming laptops, maybe there is.
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How to run Android apps in Windows

Some apps are only available on Android, which is a shame if you want to use them on a full Windows screen. Here's how to run Android apps in Windows.
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A hard drive encloser.

The best hard drive enclosures for 2022

Hard drive enclosures come in all shapes and sizes. Here are the best enclosure models, with options for USB-C, durable, multiple drives, and smaller SSDs.
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RTX-washing old PC games makes for an impressive tech demo, but not much else

Nvidia is using nostalgia and goodwill to market its latest GPUs. But RTX-washing betrays the original games' intentions, and it needs to stop.
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The Arc A770 graphics card running in a PC.

Can I use an Intel Arc GPU with AMD Ryzen?

AMD Ryzen CPUs can coexist with Intel Arc graphics cards, but you need to have the right ones, as Intel's new GPUs won't run their best without ReBAR.
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The RTX 4090 among green stripes.

The RTX 4090 is begging for a game that can take advantage of it

The NVidia RTX 4090 is the most powerful graphics card ever made, but is there actually any point in owning one? At $1,600, it's a hard sell.
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How to back up your computer

Afraid of losing files but daunted by the many backup options out there? Don't be concerned. Our handy guide will walk you through how to back up your computer.
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AMD RX 6950 XT installed in a PC.

Why I downclock my powerful GPU, and you should too

I'm lucky enough to have an RX 6950 XT from work that I get to use to play games with every day. And I deliberately make it perform worse.
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I couldn’t manage my work and social life without this one app

Rambox has become the true lynchpin of my digital life for months now. It helps me manage my work and social life under a single, edifying banner.
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The best website builders

Fortunately, regardless of your background, there are tons of free and paid platforms to help you get set up. Here's a roundup of the best website builders.
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Fitbit Versa Lite Review

The best MacBook Pro cases and covers

MacBooks aren't cheap, so keeping them well protected is a good plan. We've put together a list of our favorite great cases, from hard shells to soft sleeves.
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USB4: features, release date, transfer speeds, and more

USB4 is the newest version of the most popular port in the world, and you should definitely be excited for it. Here's how USB4 is going to improve computers.
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DisplayPort 2.0: everything you need to know

The new DisplayPort 2.0 standard is the highest bandwidth connection we've seen for a dedicated display connection. Here's when to expect it and how it works.
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What is a meme? Here’s everything you need to know

Memes are designed to make you feel in on the joke ... unless you aren't. They are jokes and shared understandings conveyed in a collection of words and images.
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Someone playing Rocket League at a standing desk.

I play PC games standing up, and you should too

Standing for work is one thing, but have you tried gaming at a standing desk? It's better than you might think and has benefits you might not have considered.
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‘Dawn of War III’ to launch on April 27, pre-order bonuses now live

Dawn of War III has Limited and Collector's Editions, but for anyone who pre-orders the game there are some unique, in-game skins.
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Indies dominate in this year’s BAFTA Game Award nominations

While indies dominate many categories, a few big AAA games have made the cut, too, with Uncharted 4 being nominated for a number of awards.
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Nier: Automata review

‘Nier: Automata’ fan patch gives a big boost to detail, framerates

Nier: Automata's frame rate issues for some players could be fixed by a new fan-patch, which many claim is very effective.
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ASRock wants to put its X10 router at the center of your smart home

ASRock's X10 router will get you online but can also connect up all of your IoT smart devices, giving you a singular control hub.
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Teach your child how to sleep right with the new Suzy Snooze baby monitor

Suzy Snooze could offer parents the perfect solution for helping kids get off to sleep, all in a cutesy orange package.
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Chuwi LapBook Air

Low-cost Chuwi LapBook Air looks to make mark in ultralight notebook market

The Chuwi LapBook Air is as affordable as Chuwi's other laptops, but it is aimed at competing in the lightweight laptop game.
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Far Cry director discusses the ‘bear’ necessities of game development

Game development is all about engaging the player with empathetic moments, Far Cry 5 creative director Dan Hay said in a BAFTA talk.
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Oculus Rift drops to its lowest price ever for Black Friday at $350

The Oculus Rift VR headset is now at its lowest price ever, dropping to $350 with Touch Controllers in the Black Friday sale.
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Step back in time with Sansar’s historic Star Wars VR gallery experience

A Hollywood set designer has collected a number of unique Star Wars props and items and is now showcasing them in VR.
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The best firewalls for small businesses in 2022

Finding the right firewall for your small business doesn't have to be hard. Here are the top firewalls for your office.
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AMD vs. Nvidia at Computex 2022: Where were all the GPUs?

Computex 2022 has a lot of exciting news, but not if you care about graphics. After AMD and Nvidia's keynotes, we were left wondering, where are all the GPUs?
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AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D vs. Intel Core i9-12900K: Benchmarks, specs, pricing

The Intel Core i9-12900K and AMD Ryzen 5800X3D are two of the most exciting CPUs of 2022 so far, but which is best for gaming and productivity? Let's find out.
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Quick fixes for Surface Pro 7 common problems

Microsoft's Surface Pro 7 arrived in 2019, but if you're facing issues with any Surface device or Windows 10 PC, here are quick fixes for many common problems.
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The best torrent clients for 2022

Even with the high-speed streaming services and cloud backup platforms available today, torrents can still be a great way of sharing content online legally.
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Dell patent hints at a super-thin, OLED-backlit keyboard

Dell's latest patent gives it the exclusive opportunity to produce keyboard keyboards with OLED backlighting. While that might be a more expensive solution than LED backlighting, it could make backlit keyboards thinner and the lighting far more versatile, potentially allowing for inter-key lighting animation.
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