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RAM
How to Test Your Computer's RAM for Problems

Are you having computer problems? You should test your RAM.

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PC Gaming
How to Make the Best of 30fps on Console and PC

Get some rose-tinted glasses.

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RAM
How to See How Much RAM Is In Your PC (and Its Speed)

Don't want to open up your computer to see how much RAM is installed?

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The Plugable USB C Dual HDMI Docking Station set up at a desk
Hardware
9 Reasons Your Laptop Needs a Docking Station

It's like having a desktop PC you can take with you.

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A Budget MSI Motherboard
Hardware
Why I Only Buy Budget Motherboards

And why you should, too.

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gpu
Is Your GPU Dying? 6 Warning Signs to Watch Out For

Schedule a checkup for your GPU now!

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A GPU with two fans highlighted.
Hardware
Need a GPU Cooler? Here's What to Know About Each Type

The rule of cool.

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M.2 standard SSD for personal computers.
SSD
Two SSDs Are Better Than One, Here's Why

The power of two.

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ASUS Republic of Gamers NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPU inside a gaming PC.
Hardware
Your GPU Has a Fan Curve: What Is It and Should You Adjust It?

Strike a balance between noise and cooling performance.

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Dark Mode
I Use Dark Mode Everywhere, and I'm Not Going Back

I see a phone with light mode, and I want it painted black.

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Dust inside Desktop PC on the components.
Hardware
You Have to Dust Out Your PC Sometime, So How Long Can You Wait?

Is having dust inside your PC case really that bad, and if so, how often should it be removed?

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The Best Mini ITX Cases of 2024

Looking for the power of a desktop PC without the bulk? Use one of these Mini ITX cases for your next build.

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPU inside a gaming PC.
Video Games
CPU or GPU Bottleneck? How to Tell (and Which Is Worse)

How to find a PC's weak point so you can properly optimize your system.

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The internal components of an old, dusty computer.
Hardware
Want to Dust Your PC? Turn Up the Fans

A dusty PC takes hours to clean... or does it?

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Windows 11
How to Permanently Disable Microsoft Defender on Windows 11

Keep it as a last resort option.

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ASUS Republic of Gamers NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPU inside a gaming PC.
Video Games
How to Make Sure Your GPU Is Giving You the Best FPS Possible

Don't put up with sub-par performance.

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An old beige PC with a CRT monitor.
Monitors
How to Update Monitor Drivers

Nearly all computer parts have drivers, including monitors.

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Linux & macOS Terminal
How to Run and Control Background Processes on Linux

Got processes hiding in the background?

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CPU Cooling on MSI Motherboard
Features
The Best CPUs in 2024

From AMD to Intel, we have a CPU for everyone.

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Windows 10
How to Find Out Which Build and Version of Windows 10 You Have

Service packs are a thing of the past.

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