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How much RAM does your PC need? Probably less than you think

RAM is like the top of a desk . It's a space for laying out what you're currently working on. No desk space means slow, inefficient work. But there are limits to the size of desk you can easily use....

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Windows 10 is coming, and here are 5 reasons you should upgrade

Upgrading to Windows 10 will bring more new features to Microsoft's desktop OS than you can shake a virtual stick at. Here are the five that you should be looking forward to the most. The post Windows...

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These 10 amazing PC case mods make your rig look mundane

The variety of creativity and talent displayed by PC case modders is staggering. Here are some selections from enthusiasts and pros to envy and inspire your own PC modding project., The post These 10...

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Intel Core i3 vs Core i5: Which is right for you?

Intel's Core i3 processors are thrifty and efficient, while Core i5 processors offer an appealing middle ground for price and power. Which one you want depends on what you want it to do. The post Intel...

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Chromebook, say cheese! Here’s how to snap pictures on ChromeOS

ChromeOS has a number of built-in screenshot options and can also be used with Chrome screenshot extensions for added flexibility. You have a lot of options - but how they work isn't immediately...

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How to join the Windows 10 Insider fast ring (and why you want to)

Do you want the latest updates to Windows 10 before everyone else? Microsoft has a fast track to new features and bug fixes built right in. Here's a quick guide that shows you how to enable them. The...

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Use your PC from the couch – or anywhere – with these smartphone apps

Need to control your computer without a mouse or keyboard, from across the room or across the country? These five apps are up to the task. The post Use your PC from the couch – or anywhere – with these...

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Five all-in-one keyboards and touchpads for your HTPC

Need a convenient way to control your home theater PC without cluttering up your coffee table? Here are five great options that combine keyboard and mouse functions into one wireless gadget. The post...

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Why use one monitor, when you can have three?

If you're looking to expand your PC's multi-tasking capability, a second (or third, or fourth) monitor is an excellent upgrade. Here's how to connect and enable one in Windows. The post Why use one...

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Are your PC games a slideshow? Here’s how to smooth them

Are your PC games running poorly? The best solution is to upgrade your hardware, but if you can't do that, there are a few ways to bump performance. The post Are your PC games a slideshow? Here’s how...

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6 built-in Windows tools you might not know about

Windows has a ton of behind-the-scenes programs and features that you might not know about. Here are six that will be particularly useful for regular users, and might replace paid or free third-party...

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Get to the task at hand with these Windows 10 taskbar tips

The taskbar in Windows 10 can be tweaked and customized in a variety of ways. This guide will show how to get the most out of it, including Cortana, the new Task View, jump lists and more. The post Get...

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Why wait for Valve? 6 PCs that make great Steam Machines

There are PC makers lining up to sell HTPC-style Steam Machines, but none of them will go on sale until November. Here are six options that let you play Steam games - and use SteamOS - right now. The...

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APU, GPU, WTF? A guide to AMD’s desktop processor line-up

AMD's mix of integrated APUs and traditional CPUs can be a bit confusing. Here's a short guide to the company's Sempron, Athlon, A-series, and FX chips, and their various specifications and use cases....

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How to master the all-new Windows 10 Start Menu

In Windows 10, Microsoft has combined the best of older versions of the Start Menu and Screen into a new and surprisingly flexible way to manage your computer. This guide has everything you need to...

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Get to the task with Windows 10’s Task View and Aero Snap

To get the most out of Windows 10, you need to use the new Task View button. It's a way to quickly access all your open programs at once. The AeroSnap feature, returning from older versions, has also...

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How to use and customize Cortana in Windows 10

Cortana, Microsoft's digital voice assistant, is one of the biggest additions to Windows 10. Here's a handy guide on how to set up Cortana, train it to your voice, and customize it to your liking. The...

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Want some Internet in your Windows 10 Start Menu? Here’s how to pin your...

Would you like to pin website bookmarks to the Start Menu or Task Bar in Windows 10, in order to use browser links like apps? It's not as easy as it should be, especially if you want to use Chrome or...

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Want to build your own PC, but not sure how? Check out these barebones options

For experienced PC builders or newcommers alike, a barebone PC kit can save time and money thanks to a pre-selected case and motherboard. Here are five picks that range from tiny to super-powerful. The...

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Should you grab an AMD FreeSync monitor? We’ll break it down for you

AMD FreeSync is a graphics technology that syncs up your PC monitor with a game's framerate, resulting in smoother graphics. Unfortunately, not all graphics cards and monitors can take advantage of it....

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