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A man holds a Corsair MP600 PRO LPX PS5 SSD next to an open PS5.

What is an SSD? Here’s everything you need to know

Most PCs use exclusively SSDs for just about every kind of storage these days. But what about hard drives? What is an SSD, really?
samsung introduces its own 256gbit 48 layer nand chip solid state drive

The best SSDs for 2025

The best SSDs deliver the fastest read and write speeds on the market in a durable, compact package. Here are the best and why these cards make great upgrades.
A pair of G.Skill Trident Z5 DDR5 RAM modules.

How to test RAM: troubleshooting to find bad RAM

RAM is one of the key components of any computer. If you're diagnosing a problem with your PC, it's a good idea to check your RAM.
The Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB DDR5 memory for AMD Ryzen 7000.

DDR5 vs. DDR4 RAM: Is DDR5 worth it?

DDR5 stands as the contemporary RAM standard for modern PCs. However, the question remains: Between DDR5 and DDR4, which one is better?
A person works on a computer in a home office.

How to free up RAM on Mac and PC

Are your computer tasks taking up a little too much RAM and causing slowdowns or crashes? Expanding your RAM isn't always possible: Here's what to do instead.
Installing RAM sticks in a motherboard.

Does RAM speed matter for PC performance?

Frequency, latency, and memory channels impact the speed of RAM, but should you care how fast your RAM is? The short answer: Yes, but not too much.
Nothing Phone 2a and ChatGPT voice mode.

ChatGPT Advanced Voice mode: release date, compatibility, and more

OpenAI has finally released its highly anticipated Advanced Voice feature to a select few of its ChatGPT-Plus subscribers, but everybody will have it by fall.
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How much RAM do you need for a laptop, gaming PC, or tablet?

How much RAM do you really need? It's a question that plagues many PC buyers, and in this guide, we break it down for tablets, laptops, and desktops.
Curcial Ballistix Max DDR4 5100MHz kit being installed.

How to overclock RAM

When you think of overclocking, you usually think of the CPU, but overclocking your RAM also has benefits. Here are the ways you can overclock RAM on your PC.
A man sits, using a laptop running the Windows 11 operating system.

Here’s how much RAM Windows 11 actually uses

Windows 11 may use more RAM than Windows 10, but how much is it exactly? We'll tell you everything you need to know about Windows 11 RAM usage.
RED Ripjaws RAM.

How to install RAM

Sometimes, all you need to make your PC feel like it's new is a new RAM kit. Here's how to install RAM step by step.
RAM inside the Starforge Navigator.

How to choose the best RAM for your PC in 2025

DDR, DIMM, XMP, CAS ... Confused? No problem -- our RAM buying guide will help you demystify this once and for all so that you can make your PC run great.
A person using a MacBook Air connected to two monitors.

The best MacBook apps in 2025: essential downloads for power users

Want to get more from your Mac? Our selection of the best Mac apps for power users will help you run advanced tasks in macOS without ever breaking a sweat.
The edge of the Surface Pro 11.

Microsoft Surface Pro vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop: mainstream battle

The Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 are Microsoft's best in their respective classes. Which is better for you comes down to your specific needs.
The Surface Pro 11 on a white table in front of a window.

How to hide folders in Windows (and how to find them again)

If you want to hide a folder away in Windows, you can. It won't make it impossible to find, but it will make it harder. Here's how to do it.
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How to change margins in Google Docs

Adjusting your margins in Google Docs is easy once you know how. In this guide, we'll show you how to change margins in Google Docs a few different ways.

How to clone a hard drive or SSD for free

Cloning a hard drive is a great way to get your PC back up and running. Here's how to do it with a great free app.
Microsoft Office free apps.

What is Microsoft 365? Here’s the cloud software suite, explained

Here are the main things you need to know about the Microsoft 365 productivity suite.
Installing a Kingston SSD.

How to install an SSD in your laptop

Upgrading your laptop to a solid-state drive (or a better one) is a great way to improve performance. Here's how to do it yourself.
Asus ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED top down view showing keyboard, touchpad, and pen.

The 5 best laptops with numberpads

If you need a numberpad for lots of numeric data entry, then your choices have become a bit more limited. But here are some great options that will work.
The ROG Ally X with the back shell removed.

How to replace the SSD in the ROG Ally X in a few minutes

You can replace the SSD inside the ROG Ally X in just a few minutes, and in this guide, we'll show you how we did it.
A laptop opened to the ChatGPT website.

GPT-4: everything you need to know about ChatGPT’s standard AI model

ChatGPT-4o has officially arrived and now includes the ability to interact with images and longer text.

How to get Photoshop for free

Adobe allows limited-time downloads of Photoshop without needing to pay upfront. Here's how to get a full version of Photoshop for free, for a time.
The Asus ROG Ally X console.

Asus ROG Ally X vs. Steam Deck OLED: Has the champion been dethroned?

Valve's Steam Deck OLED is still a beloved handheld, but can the Asus ROG Ally X shift the narrative?
The McAfee and Norton websites are open in a split-view on a PC monitor.

As a reviewer, here’s why I recommend Norton over McAfee for most people

Norton and McAfee are the two leading antivirus software solutions with decades of experience, but which offers the best protection and most value?
Woman using a touchpad on a laptop.

How to unlock a mouse (and why you might need to)

Is your mouse frozen? Locked? Unresponsive? It might be that your laptop or PC has locked, or a problem with the mouse itself. Either way, here's how to fix it.
Elden Ring running on the Asus ROG Ally X.

I put the new ROG Ally X up against the original ROG Ally

How does Asus' new ROG Ally X gaming handheld stack up against its predecessors? Find everything you need to know in our comparison guide.
Shadow in Photoshop on a MacBook.

How to add shadow in Photoshop

If you want to add depth to an object, subject, or text, you can apply a shadow effect. We’ll show you two easy ways to add a shadow in Adobe Photoshop.
Changing the resolution in Photoshop on a MacBook.

How to increase the resolution of an image in Photoshop

Do you need a picture that’s sharper, clearer, and better quality for a project or website? Here’s how to increase the resolution of an image in Photoshop.
The Glorious Model O 2 Pro mouse sitting on a desk.

How to clean a mouse pad — the right way

Cleaning your mouse pad is important for keeping your mouse working. Here's how to clean it properly to keep it in tip-top condition.
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The best free AI video generators you can try out today

These text-to-video and image-to-video AI generators are really fun to play with, and let you try them out for free.
Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

Is your Intel CPU crashing? Here’s how to RMA an Intel CPU

If you're experiencing crashes, instability, or poor performance, you should consider getting your processor replaced. Here is how to RMA an Intel CPU.
Edit a picture in Photoshop on a MacBook.

How to edit images in Photoshop

Want to learn the basics for improving your photos? We’ll show you how to edit images in Adobe Photoshop for enhancing your pictures in a snap.
Edit a picture in Photoshop on a MacBook.

How to use Photoshop: a beginners guide to photo editing

New to Photoshop? Learn about the interface, how to create and save images, adjust your settings, and basics for working with images and text in Photoshop.