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6 things that annoy every Windows PC user
These are the biggest disruptive factors when working on a Windows PC.Tip
How to tell if a gaming mouse will give you a sore wrist
Here's how to tell if your gaming mouse is going to cause you wrist pain and what to do about it.Tip
What’s a hot-swap keyboard? The key to a custom typing experience, explained
Hot-swap keyboards make it easy to replace switches without soldering. But how exactly does this feature work and what technology is behind it?Tip
Here's why the F and J keys on keyboards have bumps on them
The F and J keys on the keyboard have small bumps on them. There's a practical reason for it.Tip
CPU-FAN versus CPU-OPT on motherboards: What’s the difference?
You may notice a CPU OPT connector on your motherboard. Although its function appears clear at first glance, its exact function remains a mystery for many users.Updated
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tip: Get 2 years of access for dirt cheap
Currently, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate costs $17 per month. But with this trick, you can get it at over 50 percent off for up to two years.Tip
Why a great gaming setup needs more than just a powerful PC
Gaming is a passion that requires the right setup. An optimized setup can not only improve the gaming experience, but also increase the chances of winning, and is simply more fun.How-To
How to avoid buying a PC case that is too small or too large
Every detail counts when assembling a PC, but we often overestimate the space required. Not every powerhouse needs a colossal case — sometimes less is actually more.How-To
7 settings every PC gamer should tweak immediately
In this article, we show you how you can optimize your PC's gaming performance using Windows and UEFI settings — and introduce you to useful software that every gamer should have.Tip
Oculink: The blazing-fast new tech enabling better external GPUs
Oculink is entering the interface market as a potential game changer. The technology promises to be a cost-effective and fast alternative to Thunderbolt.Tip
When should you upgrade your PC’s motherboard?
Choosing a new motherboard is a far-reaching decision when building a PC. It influences both the present and the future of system performance.How-To
How to build a killer 1080p gaming PC for just $700
Looking to build your own 1080p gaming PC? Well, you can do it for just $712–here's how.How-To
Why I won’t spend a fortune on a gaming microphone
It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking you need an expensive USB gaming microphone. But the truth is you can make even a cheap mic sound like a pro-grade device with a few smart settings tweaks. Here's how…How-To
Hardware acceleration: A turbo button for PC software
In order to benefit from faster loading times, you often come across the term "hardware acceleration." What exactly is this?How-To
Upgrade your audio by knowing your microphone's 'polar pattern'
Often the solution to getting clear and unaltered sound recordings lies in an aspect that is easily overlooked — the directional characteristic of the microphone.Tip
Why 32GB of RAM is becoming the standard
The question of how much RAM a computer really needs is a hotly debated topic. In the following, we look at the different requirement scenarios.Tip
Nvidia's DLAA makes PC games look better with little performance hit
Nvidia's DLAA tech replaces traditional anti-aliasing technologies to offer better visuals with no performance hit.How-To
6 reasons to skip RGB lights in your PC
RGB lighting in a PC makes for spectacular visuals, but does it also enhance the gaming experience?Tip
Help! My graphics cards fans aren't spinning. How do I fix it?
The intensive work of graphics cards causes them to heat up quickly, which can become problematic when the fans stop working. Here's how to tackle this problem properly.Tip