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Why you shouldn't waste your money on a membrane keyboard
Keyboards are indispensable in everyday digital life. However, if you compare a membrane keyboard with a mechanical keyboard, you'll quickly realize the differences are huge.
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5 signs a hacker is watching you through your PC's webcam
It's not easy to tell if a hacker has taken control of your PC's webcam. But these five signs are your best bet at knowing!
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How to turn a USB flash drive into a secure login key for your PC
Here's how you can turn a USB flash drive into a secure key for your PC!
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What to do if your mouse is double-clicking when you don't mean it
It could be due to wear and tear, or it could be due to something else. Before you buy a new mouse straight away, here's what you can try to fix it.
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My USB cable got wet. Can I still use it?
Here's what to do if your USB cable accidentally gets wet!
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Here’s why I side-mount my phone to my laptop — and you should too
Side-mounting my phone to my laptop makes a huge difference to my workflow!
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Always hit the wrong buttons on your monitor? Try this hack
I kept pressing the wrong buttons on my display when changing the input or messing with the settings. Then the dim lightbulb in my head flickered to life.
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This simple USB cable accessory helps me reclaim hours of my time
If you've been struggling with an indistinguishable heap of USB cables, then you really need this simple USB cable accessory.
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More performance for laptops for free: The best tuning tips and tools
Free notebook tuning. Use these tips and tools to get the best possible performance and stability out of your laptop.
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Is USB or Thunderbolt better for portable SSDs? The key differences, explained
A look at the various external storage options: Which is fastest, which is most compatible, which is the most affordable and… which one you should buy?
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5 creative ways to use a PC video capture card
Capture cards make it possible to transfer an external video source directly to your computer. Nowadays, they're affordable and easy to use.
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How to tell if your USB cable is hiding malicious hacker hardware
Here's how to tell if your USB cables contain hidden malicious hardware and are sending your data to hackers.
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Why is my HDMI connection buzzing?
If your monitor or an HDMI connection is humming, you should rule out a fault. Here you can read how to recognize faulty cables or devices and how to eliminate the annoying noise.
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6 easy tweaks that maximize your SSD's performance
Use these tips and tweaks to boost your SSD's speed and wring every last drop of performance out of it.
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Why two SSDs are better than one for your PC
Most Windows PCs come with just one SSD. That may work for most people, but if you're really looking to boost your speed and free up bandwidth, then you should consider using two SSDs instead of one.
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How long does data last on a USB flash drive? It's complicated
You have important data that you need to keep safe. A USB flash drive seems to be the perfect solution. But how long do they last?
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How fast can your USB cable move data? Use this formula to find out
You can test your USB cable's actual data transfer speeds with this simple formula.
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Better USB labels are finally coming. Here's what they mean for you
USB devices and cables are getting new labels that more clearly address speed and performance capabilities.
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Yes, you can still use floppy disks with Windows 11! Here's how
If you need to, it's entirely possible to read and write to floppy disks with a modern PC or laptop. Here's everything you need to know.
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