A Valve engineer's Linux patch makes 8GB AMD GPUs better at gaming
…But the open-source nature of Linux and the deep collaboration in its community mean that this and other updates could boost the performance of gaming on Linux laptops and desktops.
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Windows 11 can still run the PC games you grew up with. Here's how
…This command line tool, which was primarily developed for games, provides the MS-DOS platform and simulates an IBM PC-compatible computer with an x86 processor, the speed of which you can…
Chrome tracks more than you realize. Here’s how to take back your privacy
…It’s one of the best tools the developers have for figuring out what works and what doesn’t, and how they can improve the user experience based on the very real…
Meet MSI's Best Gaming, Productivity and Creative Laptops for 2026
…Many business laptops support remote management tools (such as Intel vPro), allowing IT teams to update, monitor, or secure devices remotely. Are business laptops more durable than consumer laptops? They are typically…
I used AI to fix my biggest Windows 11 annoyances in minutes
…You can learn AHK and write the scripts yourself if you want to—the AutoHotkey documentation is pretty good—or you could use an AI tool like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Copilot, etc…
Norton 360 Deluxe review: Excellent value and strong protection
…Updates and maintenance Virus and app updates run automatically by default, but you can run the LiveUpdate feature manually if you want to check for pending updates. It checks for any changes…
Windows 11 testing is going back to the future with new Insider plans
…What Microsoft called its "Controlled Feature Rollout" led to confusion and frustration in those users who actually wanted experimental code and features, and forced them to use tools like ViveTool to unearth…
Malwarebytes Premium Security review: A one-time staple, now optional
…Updates and maintenance Updates for the app and virus definitions happen automatically in the background, but you can also trigger a check manually. You’ll need to click on the person icon…
Google Search is turning into an AI assistant—and it doesn't want you to leave
…As announced at I/O, Google Search tool is soaking up even more of Google's AI capabilities, with an expanded search box plus personal agents, while Gemini itself is taking on…
Copilot wants to replace Edge's browser history with AI slop
…Microsoft began rolling out substantial updates to the Edge desktop and mobile browser today, and yes, they obviously prioritize Copilot. Some of these feel familiar; didn't Google launch automated quizzes and…