Traditional Hard drives, or HDD in short, are commonly found in older PCs and laptops. Hard drives are mechanical devices with magnetic platters that spin and an arm that reads or writes data. These ...

Setting up a new laptop is the perfect moment to lock in speed, security and a workflow that actually helps you get things done. I focus on a small set of essential apps that deliver the biggest ...

So what do I install first on a new Windows PC? Some of my apps are going to be easy to guess, but others are definitely ...

Microsoft warned users on Tuesday that FIDO2 security keys may prompt them to enter a PIN when signing in after installing Windows updates released since the September 2025 preview update. This ...

Update December 03, 08:39 EST: Microsoft has updated the support document to include Windows 11 25H2 to the list of affected OS versions. We have revised the title and story accordingly. Microsoft ...

To make sure your laptop speakers aren’t muted left click the speaker icon in the system tray. If the icon has an X next to ...

Laptops are practical because you can take them with you. However, laptops have a relatively small screen. If you work on a mobile computer, it quickly becomes annoying to constantly switch programs.

Can you feel your PC or Mac running hot? We've found the best ways to check processor temps on your Windows PCs and Macs.

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A dream shared by PC gamers everywhere has been to take our entire gaming PCs on the go. From LAN parties to powerful gaming laptops, we've gotten close to portable gaming nirvana, yet no solution is ...

Matt Elliott is a senior editor at CNET with a focus on laptops and streaming services. Matt has more than 20 years of experience testing and reviewing laptops. He has worked for CNET in New York and ...

A new update for Microsoft’s Xbox app for PC and handhelds sees it become the ultimate launcher for all your device's installed titles. Alien treasures are yours for the taking on Sept. 12. See if ...