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Alienware 15 (2015) review

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Windows 10 Build 10122 rolls out in the fast lane

There aren't a lot of big functionality changes in the 10122 Build of Windows 10, but there are some convenient bug fixes, and a bit more tweaking.
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Logjam HTTPS exploit downgrades security to get at your data

The Logjam exploit is a hole in the Diffie-Hellman key exchange protocol, a commonly used method of establishing a secure connections.
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OCZ’s newest solid state drives can read nearly three gigabytes per second

The OCZ 6000 Series takes advantage of the latest and greatest in interface specifications, with 16-channel NAND, third generation PCIe, and NVMe support.
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Ever wondered how a 3D game is rendered? Here’s the scoop

Ever wonder exactly how each frame of a video game is rendered? A software engineer reverse-engineered Deus Ex: Human Revolution to find out.
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Everyone likes free games! Newegg bundles Dirt Rally with most Radeon R9 cards

Newegg announced that for a limited time, every AMD Radeon R9 series graphics card will come with a copy of Dirt Rally, a realistic rally car racing game.
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The Limited Edition Asus ZenBook UX305 is $999 – and only 200 will be sold!

Why buy what everyone else can buy? Instead, snatch up one of 200 of Asus' new UX305 Crystal White Limited Edition with an exclusive upgraded display.
Dell Chromebook 11

Dell Chromebook 11 Touch review

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Prove your security skills by hacking your own Wi-Fi network (or others)

From testing your personal network security, to pulling pranks on a friend, these methods will get you onto Wi-Fi networks you couldn't before.
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AMD comes clean on Zen core details, high-bandwidth memory for Radeon

During a presentation this morning, AMD announced the new "Zen" cores for their flagships processors, as well as taking some time to discuss the new GPUS.
Intel NUC i7

Intel NUC Core i7 (NUC5i7RYH) review

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X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter devs launch Kickstarter campaign for new space combat game

As lead designer David Wessman puts it, "our game is like World of Tanks meets Counter-Strike in space" and what doesn't sound freaking awesome about that?
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Windows 10’s emoji give the middle finger some diversity

Whether you're right next to someone, or miles away, you can share the classic tradition of using one carefully selected finger to express displeasure.
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AMD roadmap leaks, shows off 14nm chips for 2016

A leaked AMD roadmap may confirm plans for a slew of new CPUs and APUs for 2015 and 2016, but can they meet the lofty goals they've set for themselves?
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Say goodbye to Micro$oft – the new Microsoft is all about openness

In the past Microsoft was viewed as an all-conquering, closed-off behemoth, and for good reason. But at BUILD 2015, the company embraced open source.
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Cortana learns a few new tricks in Windows 10 build 10074

This build marks the first “Insider Preview” build, as opposed to the “Technical Preview” label that Windows Insiders have been seeing for a year.
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AVADirect X99 Gaming System review

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Microsoft wants the HoloLens to put apps on your walls, cadavers in your living room

Rather than building what's available at the moment, Microsoft has set a lofty goal for themselves with the Hololens - and it's starting to get there.
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Microsoft opens the Windows store to .NET and Win32 apps

Microsoft has opened the store to software developed in the popular .NET and Win32 frameworks. That's a bigger change than you may realize.
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Microsoft may be preparing to support Android apps in Windows 10

Paul Thurrott thinks that Microsoft is about to announce support for Android applications in Windows 10. And he doesn't like the potential consequences.
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Valve pulls the plug on paid mod program, says it ‘missed the mark pretty badly’

in response to user feedback, Valve has turned off paid mods for Skyrim after just a few days, issuing refunds to anyone who purchased a mod.

Three years after the announcement of Steam for Linux, the platform is still growing

After three years of working on Steam for Linux, there are over 1100 titles, and a whole lot of momentum, even if SteamOS isn't quite there yet.
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Leaked table of Intel’s sixth-generation processors packs few surprises

While Intel Broadwell chips have barely found their way into the newest PCs, rumors are spreading about the release of their next major chip, Skylake.
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Installing a new PC graphics card is easier than you think

Upgrading your video card will improve your computing experience across the board, and open up a new world of video games. It couldn't be easier.
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Asus opens up pre-orders for its $170, ARM-powered Chromebook

If you want to get your hands on an ARM-powered Chrome OS device, the recently announced Asus C201 is now available for preorder.
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Planned obsolescence: Microsoft designs Windows 10 copies to expire

Like the leftovers in your fridge, eventually your copy of Windows 10 Technical Preview is going to get smelly and spoil.
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20nm production woes may hold back the potential of AMD’s next Radeon products

Word on the streets is that as AMD prepares its next series of GPUs, the smaller 20nm process they'd planned on using may not be panning out.
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New Force Touch patent from Apple might trick your fingertips with temperature and vibration

By adding temperature control and an expanded tactile feedback system, the Apple may be able to simulate different textured surfaces and materials.
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Galactic Civilizations III now set for May 14 release

Stardock, the developer behind the Galactic Civilization series, has announced that third game will move from Early Access to a full release on May 14th.
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The CyberPowerPC Trinity is a gaming PC that looks ready for the next Star Wars trailer

The Trinity gaming computer from CyberPowerPC provides better cooling for your components, lots of storage, and it looks like it's from the new Star Wars.
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3D NAND will lead to bigger solid state drives, but it may not shave costs

As demand for flash-based storage grows, so does the demand for increased speed and capacity without increasing drive size. But it's going to cost you.
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IBM ThinkPad 770E review

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This guy’s experience with Comcast was so bad, he’s selling his house

Even taking into account Comcast's subpar customer service, one man had so many problems that he's going to have to sell the house he just bought.
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Sharing your success: How to take screenshots and videos of PC games

Whether you're capturing a funny glitch, or showing off your latest sick achievement, these tips can help you save your best gaming moments for posterity.