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How to know if a 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.How-To
How to configure a multi-monitor PC setup like a pro
A multi-monitor setup can significantly increase productivity. These Windows tricks will make the experience even better.How-To
How to properly wipe your laptop data before getting rid of it
Worried about privacy? Here's what you need to do before you sell, give away, or dispose of your laptop.Tip
9 important accessories for a new tablet this Cyber Monday!
Accessorize your tablet and experience tech bliss this Cyber Monday!Tip
The top 10 accessories for your smartphone this Cyber Monday
Get everything you need for your smartphone this Cyber Monday by picking up some extra bargains.Tip
Buying a monitor on Cyber Monday? You'll need these 10 accessories, too
Use your Cyber Monday monitor from the first day it arrives with these handy monitor accessories.Tip
Complete your Cyber Monday laptop with these must-have accessories
Make the most of a Cyber Monday laptop deal by adding on these laptop essentials!How-To
How to extend the life of your hard drive
Under ideal conditions, hard drives can work for many years. However, various factors influence their service life.How-To
How to make an old monitor look more colorful
That old monitor you have tucked away in a back room may not seem as colorful as a brand-new one with a higher resolution and quicker refresh rate, but simply correcting the color may be all that's needed to give it new life.Tip
You're using your USB flash drive wrong. Do this instead
There's more to using a USB flash drive than just plugging it in, at least if you want to get the most out of it.How-To
How to turn any SSD into a DIY external drive
Breathe new life into your old flash memory with an external USB enclosure.How-To
5 simple monitor adjustments everyone should make
Whether for work or gaming, many people set up their monitor incorrectly. Here's how to avoid the biggest mistakes.How-To
Killer new Windows feature: How to use your phone as a webcam
Microsoft's Windows 11 2024 Update includes a really cool new feature: You can use a smartphone as a webcam, making yourself look goood.How-To
How to connect a PS5 controller to your laptop (and set it up right)
Learn whether you should connect your PS5 controller to your laptop using a wired or wireless connection, plus a few caveats to keep in mind with DualSense controllers on PC.How-To
Maximize your cloud storage with these 5 tools and tricks
Because storage space on OneDrive, Dropbox, or Google Drive is limited, you should use convenient tools to clear out superfluous files.Tip
It's scary when your webcam turns on and you don't know why
I was a bit freaked out when I saw that my webcam was on and watching me, and I didn't know why. Here's how I solved that mystery…I think.Tip
Long live the hard drive: Why HDDs are still far from obsolete
Despite the impressive advantages of SSDs, classic hard disk drives (HDDs) still remain relevant today.How-To
6 simple 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.How-To
Why two SSDs are better than one in 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.Tip