I tested the best Chromebooks of 2026. These are the ones I'd buy
…Specifically, we're looking at ones with strong performance, durable design, and long battery life. Every pick on this list was tested hands-on, too. If you decide that you'd prefer…
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How I convinced a Windows PC diehard to buy a Chromebook
…Plus, with Jack, not only was he comfortable with Windows, but he didn't really have any issues or complaints with the operating system. But I felt like a Chromebook was a…
I rebooted my router and busted Reddit's favorite tech myth
…I haven't had as many complaints from family members since I moved to a mesh network, with more coverage throughout my home. However, there may be reasons to reboot occasionally. Your…
Want me to trust Windows 11 again? Bring back local accounts
…The same day that big apology post and commitment, another Microsoft executive acknowledged complaints about the login requirement on the corpse of Twitter. "Ya I hate that," said Scott Hanselman. "Working on…
Tested: NordLocker's still secure and affordable online storage, now friendlier
…The company claims a ten-fold improvement in performance with multiple file transfers benefiting greatly. I never noticed any issues in my previous hands-on, but apparently at scale there were complaints…
EaseUS Todo Backup 2026 review: A 700GB backup in 13 minutes is hard to argue with
…How does Todo Backup 2026 perform? Todo Backup 2026 Home performed reliably, and at a rapid pace. However, there were a couple of non-fatal oddities. Both a two-way and a…
Need a laptop for college? I tested dozens to find the 7 best options
…Whether portability, battery life, or everyday performance is your top priority, we'll help you find the one that best fits your needs. Why you should trust PCWorld for laptop recommendations and…
I used the Dell XPS 16, and it's a mixed bag
…Performance The 2026 Dell XPS 16 shifts away from being a performance powerhouse like the Dell 16 Premium, which went a bit thicker and heavier to incorporate discrete graphics. With an Intel…
Microsoft's Surface Laptop 8 changes very little, but costs a lot more
…Still, it’s an effective measure of sustained CPU performance. Mark Hachman / Foundry Our traditional measure of 3D performance is 3DMark’s Time Spy benchmark, which measures 3D performance in a way…
I switched to Starlink. These are the 6 biggest surprises
…And apart from some minor flaws and complaints—like weak upload speeds and the occasional global service outage—I have to admit it's generally better than I expected it to be…