Rich Edmonds
Rich Edmonds was formerly a Senior Editor of PC hardware at Windows Central, covering everything related to PC components and NAS. He's been involved in technology for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about the magic inside a PC chassis. You can follow him on Twitter at @RichEdmonds.
Latest articles by Rich Edmonds
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How to disable Easy Anti-Cheat in Elden Ring and play offline
By Rich Edmonds last updated
If you want to play offline and improve game performance you may want to disable EAC, here's how
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Best motherboards for Intel Core i7-12700K in 2024
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Updated The Core i7-12700K can make good use of the best motherboards with a Z690 or Z790 chipset. Connect DDR5 RAM and the latest GPUs, and you've got one amazing gaming machine.
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Best PC cases in 2024 for airflow, cooling, cable management, and more
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Updated Building your own PC starts with the case, the chassis that will hold all your components and shield them from the outside world. We take a look at some of the best cases out there.
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Best NAS hard drives 2024: Reliable storage for Synology, QNAP, ASUSTOR, and TerraMaster
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Storage Planning to pick up a NAS? Good idea! Here are some hard drives you should consider if your NAS doesn't come with any pre-installed.
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What is TDP how does it affect your PC's performance?
By Rich Edmonds published
TDP? When you are looking at PC specs, there is often a field for TDP. But what exactly is TDP, and why should you care about it? We break everything down for you.
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How to install a new graphics card (GPU) in your PC
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Upgrade If you bought an upgraded graphics card and need to install it inside your PC, this simple guide details the step-by-step process.
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How to connect your wireless printer to Windows 10
By Rich Edmonds, Mauro Huculak last updated
Get connected Forget plugging your printer into your PC each time you wish to print something out. Go wireless and pick up a printer that can connect to your home network.
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Best budget NAS 2024: Affordable choices from Synology, Asustor and more
By Rich Edmonds published
Cheaper NAS Get a great NAS for the home or your business without breaking the bank.
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Best gaming mouse 2024
By Brendan Lowry, Rich Edmonds last updated
Updated Every PC gamer needs a good gaming mouse, but which ones are the best? Here are our favorites.
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New Dell XPS 13 vs. Dell XPS 15: Which laptop should you buy?
By Rebecca Spear, Rich Edmonds published
Tough choice Have your heart set on a new Dell XPS laptop but not sure which one to go for? Let us help as we break down some of the key points to consider.
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Best computer monitors 2024
By Rebecca Spear, Rich Edmonds last updated
The best Pick the best display for your PC.
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What to look for in a NAS hard drive: 4 essential tips to help you buy
By Rich Edmonds last updated
How To When shopping for hard drives to install in a NAS unit, you should consider these factors to get the most bang for your buck.
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Best Surface Pen and Surface Slim Pen alternatives 2024
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Write or draw The Surface Pen and Surface Slim Pen are great styli for the hardware that supports them, but what if you didn't take to Microsoft's official pens and want an alternative?
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Best PC gaming headset 2024
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Sweet sounds Need to up your PC gaming audio? Check out what the best PC gaming headset you can buy right now is, and take your overall experience up several notches. There's something for everyone!
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Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition Ultimate Beginner's Guide
By Rich Edmonds, Cale Hunt last updated
Wololo Getting you through the Dark Age.
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Everything you need to know to build your own NAS
By Rich Edmonds published
How To Running out of storage on your PC or laptop is the worst. Building your own network-attached storage (NAS) can help make sure you never have to experience that misery.
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Best power supply: Top PSU picks for gaming and more
By Rich Edmonds published
PSU Find the best power supply for your PC that can handle custom upgrades and high-end gaming with our picks in various categories.
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How to set up and use a headset on Windows 10
By Rich Edmonds published
Audio How to set up, switch to, and troubleshoot your new headset in Windows. Sound is a critical element of any gaming experience, so let's get it right.
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Best managed switches 2024
By Rich Edmonds published
Networking Choose the best managed switch and create a solid network at home or the office with these hubs, some offering speeds up to 10Gb.
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Intel 13th Gen series: Everything we know about Raptor Lake
By Rich Edmonds published
13th Gen Intel's 13th Gen series of processors for desktop and laptop PCs are codenamed Raptor Lake. These CPUs are set to run faster and have more cache and cores. Here's all we know.
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Monoprice Monolith MTM-100 review: Big size, massive sound
By Rich Edmonds published
Review Monoprice's Monolith MTM-100 speaker system is a 2.0 desk setup with integrated subs and up to 100W of total power output. Boy, do these things get loud.
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Best motherboards for AMD Ryzen 9 5950X in 2022
By Rich Edmonds last updated
To use the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X CPU, you'll need a compatible motherboard. The new Ryzen 5000 Series processors work with 500-series motherboards, and we rounded up our favorites.
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