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Is OBS streaming killing your framerates?
OBS Studio (Open Broadcaster Software) is a great, free tool for managing the video that’s coming off your PC. I use it myself to record videos for PCWorld’s YouTube channel and sometimes…
Using ChatGPT? Change these 5 settings before you do anything else
Is ChatGPT still bugging you with too many emojis? Ever wonder what ChatGPT knows — or thinks it knows — about you? And how secure is your ChatGPT account, anyway? It’s easy…
Windows XP turns 25. It’s still beating Windows 8 in market share
This fall marks the 25th anniversary of the launch of Windows XP, an event worthy of commemoration. Computer manufacturers gained access to this classic operating system on August 24, 2001, but it…
Windows malware numbers look awful next to macOS. I’m still not worried
Ever debate security on Windows versus macOS with a devout Apple fan? I have. And a recent blog post just made arguing with them more annoying. Back in mid-August, security software maker…
Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
If you’re looking for an affordable Windows machine under $500, a blazing fast gaming beast for those intense matches, or a portable 2-in-1 for school or work, you’ve got plenty of great…
34 work-from-home tech upgrades actually worth your money
Working from home is the dream for many people. But despite being more comfortable than a traditional office, your home office may not be optimally suited for productivity. Thankfully, it’s easy to…
This 2D CAD software is only $199 right now
TL;DR: Autodesk AutoCAD LT is a professional 2D CAD software, and a 1-year subscription is on sale for $199 (reg. $540). Full 3D CAD suites cost hundreds of dollars a year and include a…
I was skeptical of this $19 laptop cooling pad. Now I use it daily
It wasn’t so long ago that I could predict exactly when my laptop would give up the ghost on hot days. The only thing that helped was pointing my desk fan at…
Best laptops for engineering students: Top 4 picks for power and portability
Engineering students rarely work in one place. They bounce between lectures, labs, and libraries. That means your laptop has to be lightweight, long-lasting, and ready for heavy workloads. The options below balance…