Why Windows updates keep getting bigger and more bloated
…of it is actually needed and may ultimately end up using only 1 to 2 GB of the update. In this case, you've downloaded way more data than necessary for no…
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Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus review: 6 key things to know
…Compared to the 285K, the 270K Plus isn’t as efficient, with about 40 watts more consumption during Cinebench 2026’s multithreaded benchmark. That’s about 11 percent more electricity pulled down…
Tested: Carbonite delivers all-you-can-eat online backup, with ease
…Note that if you uninstall Carbonite, you’ll need to reboot before the status dots on the folders and files will disappear. How fast is Carbonite Backup? I noticed no performance hit…
I review VPNs for a living and these are my top picks for torrenting
…So now you can more affordably pick and choose the feature sets you want without having to pay for things you don't need — for strictly torrenting, the base VPN is enough…
Tested: These are the best budget computer speakers you can buy
…Some sound warm and champion the mid-tones and others are more skewed to the bass or treble tones. You should decide what you need the speakers for when considering the kind…
Best of Computex 2026: The most intriguing and innovative PC hardware
…Affordable, efficient laptops feel more important than ever because of rising memory prices. People need more accessible options, especially as Computex continues to push high-end performance hardware, which is why I…
Microsoft tells Windows Update to chill after years of complaints
…But there's more: the ability to pause updates indefinitely, or even the option of downloading but not installing them, then shutting down for the night. No more babysitting the patching process…
McAfee+ Ultimate review: Comprehensive security that needs more polish
…While none of the antivirus software evaluated in this test hit perfect marks, you’ll have to still tread a bit more cautiously online and not trust McAfee to save you from…
I've spent hundreds of hour testing monitors. These are the best
…See our article on everything you need to know about HDR on your PC to learn more. Want to know more before you make a decision? Our monitor buying guide explains the…
Best PC computer deals: Top picks from desktops to all-in-ones
…more your speed. For those who won’t compromise for anything besides the best, the RTX 5090 is really your only option currently. How much memory and storage does my PC need…