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Asus ZenBook Duo review: Two screens, four cores, and $1,500

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Save $200 on the fantastic Alienware Aurora R8 gaming PC

The Aurora R8 desktop gaming desktop is a great example of what an affordable gaming tower can be.

A new MacBook Air with Apple’s own chips may be coming later this year

The redesigned Dell XPS desktop is smaller, faster, and much prettier

Dell launches new stylish S-series monitors, starting at $349

Dell’s XPS 15 now comes in Arctic White, and it’s seriously gorgeous

Future Apple Silicon Macs will still have Thunderbolt ports

Thunderbolt 4: A supercharged port upgrade with 8K monitor support

HP Envy x360 13 review: AMD Ryzen 4000 cranks up value

It's smaller, faster, and better built -- a bona fide competitor to the pricier Spectre lineup.
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What is RAM?

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The best AMD Ryzen 4000 laptops

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Thunderbolt 4: Everything you need to know about Intel’s new standard

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These are the best cheap iPad deals for July 2020

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AMD vs. Intel

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The best webcams for 2020

The best web browsers for 2020

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Latest Reviews

HP Envy x360 13 review: AMD Ryzen 4000 cranks up value

It's smaller, faster, and better built -- a bona fide competitor to the pricier Spectre lineup.
By Mark Coppock
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Dell XPS 17 review: Leaving the MacBook Pro 16 in the dust

The Dell XPS 17 is the largest, most expensive, and most powerful XPS laptop ever made. But does that make it good?
By Luke Larsen
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Google Nest WiFi Review: No-hassle mesh networking

By John Velasco
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Acer Predator Triton 500 review: The value king

By Matthew S. Smith
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Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 review: A $410 laptop done right

By Luke Larsen
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Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14 review: AMD nails it again

By Mark Coppock
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Best Products

The best laptops for 2020

The best laptop is one that checks all the boxes: Great battery life, beautiful design, and top-notch performance.
By Luke Larsen
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The best gaming laptops for 2020

Gaming desktops are powerful, but they tie you down to your desk. For those who prefer a more mobile experience, here are the best gaming laptops on the market, no matter your budget.
By Luke Larsen

The best Chromebooks for 2020

These Chromebooks are great alternatives for more expensive MacOS and Windows laptops. And they're affordable.
By Luke Larsen

The best monitors of IFA 2019

Need a new monitor? These newly announced monitors that promise bright screens, color accurate displays, and responsive performance are some of the best we've encountered and seen in Berlin from the IFA 2019 tech show.
By Chuong Nguyen

The best 4K monitors for 2020

Check out the best 4K monitors on the market, whether you're looking for a budget pick or a visual treat.
By Jon Martindale

The best gaming mouse for 2020

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The best gaming keyboards for 2020

By Jon Martindale
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The best processors for 2020

By Jon Martindale
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Mac

Logitech made a Mac-specific MX Master 3. Is it the ultimate mouse for Mac?

By Alex Blake
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Windows

The iconic Windows 10 Start Menu is finally getting a fresh new look

By Arif Bacchus
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PC Gaming

10 infamous tech flops that were way ahead of their time

By Michael Bizzaco, Luke Dormehl
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Cybersecurity

The best free VPNs for 2020

By Daniel Martin
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How-To

How to build a PC

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How to speed up your computer

By Tyler Lacoma
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How to care for your laptop’s battery and extend its life

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How to clean a laptop screen

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Deals

The best cheap gaming chair deals for July 2020: Akracing, Respawn, and more

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These are the best cheap Apple deals for July 2020

The best home internet deals for July 2020: AT&T, Spectrum, Optimum and more

Protect your privacy with the best cheap VPN deals for July 2020

Buying Guides

Which Ryzen CPU should you buy?

By Jon Martindale
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Product Comparisons

Computer monitor buying guide

11 common laptop-buying mistakes you can easily avoid

Laptop buying guide: What to look for in 2020, and what to avoid

Intel Core i5 vs. i7 processors

By Jon Martindale
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Windows 10 vs. MacOS vs. Chrome OS

By Mark Coppock
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MacBook Air vs. MacBook Pro 13

By Alex Blake
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Chromebooks vs. laptops

By Jon Martindale
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Must Reads

These are the best cheap MacBook deals for July 2020

If you’re in the market for a new MacBook, our deals roundup will help make your choice a little easier.
By Luke Larsen, Alex Blake
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How to take a screenshot on a Windows PC

Capturing a screenshot of your desktop is actually fairly simple. Here's how to do it in just a few steps.
By Anita George

The best color laser printers for 2020

Here are our current favorite color laser printers, from the massive all-in-ones to smaller budget options.
By Luke Larsen

How to record your computer screen

Here's how to record your screen on different operating systems, by using various tools including third-party apps.
By Anita George

The best laptop deals for July 2020: Dell, HP, Apple, and more

Whether you need a new laptop for school or work, we put together a list of the best laptop deals right now.
By Mark Coppock

How to recall an email in Outlook

Have you sent an angry email in Outlook and now regret it? Don't sweat it. Here's how to take it all back.
By Anita George
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Recent Stories

The best monitors for 2020

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The best laptops under $500 for 2020

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Expand your storage with this WD 4TB external hard drive — now only $70

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Amazon discounts must-have Dell and HP desktop monitors

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How to download YouTube videos

By Anita George

How to download music from YouTube

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How to convert M4A files to MP3

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Online learning can’t replace classrooms. Microsoft Teams wants to change that

By Arif Bacchus
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The best budget laptops for 2020

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How to change your Gmail password

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How to get Microsoft Office for free

By Anita George
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These Asus, HP and Lenovo Chromebooks are on sale for less than $250

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Save $400 on the HP Spectre x360 2-in-1 laptop — today only

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How to take a screenshot on a Mac

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Which MacBook has the best battery life?

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