Backup Software
…Good for imaging, bad for disaster recovery There's a well-hidden feature in Windows called "Backup and Restore (Windows 7)" that will image your storage drives to the highly compatible VHDX…
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Windows has a hidden Wi-Fi diagnostic tool. Here's how to use it
If your devices are unable to connect to Wi-Fi or data transfer suddenly slows to a crawl, the cause can often be difficult to pinpoint. The problem may be caused by…
Why DisplayPort beats HDMI for gaming PCs
…Even older DisplayPort versions, such as 1.2a, support adaptive sync technologies like AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync Compatible. HDMI is also more limited in this respect. Without HDMI 2.1…
This smart light transformed my ceiling into an artist's canvas
…Govee Smart Ceiling Light Pro Retailer Price Check Product Price I’ve been transforming my home with smart devices lately, and the Govee Smart Ceiling Light Pro has made the biggest impact…
Home Security
…News Z-Wave Alliance touts newly certified Z-Wave Long Range devices The trade group reports there are now 125 Z-Wave Long Range devices on the market, with the technology reaching…
This 12-inch Lenovo tablet with a pen and case is $250 right now
…Use the built-in Smart Connect to connect to compatible smartphones/PCs and take advantage of features like cross-device copy and paste, file sharing, and synced notifications. The included folio case…
How (and why) to boot Windows 11 from a USB flash drive
…Sometimes the compatibility mode is called "CSM" (for "Compatibility Support Module"), sometimes "Legacy Bios", sometimes simply "Legacy". Some motherboards even change the boot mode automatically if the Uefi boot fails. In addition…
Best early Prime Day deals on Thunderbolt docks & USB-C hubs
…compatible, however. While Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 both transfer 40Gbps, you're probably best to play it safe and match the specs of your port to the specs of the device…
Can't afford a laptop? Acer has a screen/keyboard hack for your phone
…At 15.6 inches (at least for the PM161JB model) and 1080p, it's nothing particularly mind-blowing, though the touchscreen, built-in kickstand, and VESA-compatible mounting holes are nice. The…
Lose your laptop, not your data: 7 Windows settings to enable now
…To check if your PC is encrypted, open the Start menu, search for "Device Encryption" or "BitLocker," then click Device encryption settings or Manage BitLocker, respectively. You'll see a different option…