Category: General Technology

Virtual private networks, or VPNs, are one of the most effective ways to stay safe online. Not only do they allow you to stay anonymous, but they can help you get past…

Twenty years ago in 2004, I vaguely remember Google’s announcement of Gmail as a topic of conversation. Was it another of Google’s infamous April Fool’s pranks? I was a young reporter, about…

So you just dropped four figures on your newest desktop upgrade and a big chunk of that was the latest and greatest in screaming multi-core processors. But how long will it last…and…

It wasn’t that long ago when “real” gamers would shun wireless keyboards, complaining about latency and interference. Those days are gone, and you can get a gaming board just as capable in…

Microsoft Teams, a corporate messaging and video meeting service, will no longer be included with Microsoft Office. The software break-up comes as a result of antitrust investigation in Europe, where Teams and…

Choosing the best Thunderbolt and DisplayLink dock simply can’t be done with an eye on specs alone. It’s a process that can take time and resources, but pays off in the confidence…

There’s nothing I love more than curling up on the couch with a handheld gaming device. Whether I’m playing an old classic like The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap or a…

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Sleek and good looking Top-notch 4K random performance Three-year warranty Cons Very slow with longer writes Priced the same as much faster drives Our Verdict If…

When assembling a desktop PC, applying thermal paste to the CPU is a crucial step that often causes confusion. Thermal paste, also known as thermal grease, thermal interface material, or thermal gel,…

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Attractive and sturdy design Enjoyable keyboard with long key travel Two Thunderbolt 4 ports with USB-C, Power Delivery, DisplayPort Lots of memory, storage for the price…