Most people misread PC component specs, and it's costing them money
…GPU buyers often fixate on VRAM because it is one of the easiest specs to understand, but memory capacity alone does not tell you how powerful a card is. A weaker GPU…
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Stop assuming smart switches are a plug-and-play upgrade for light switches in your home
…Smart switches can work with many lighting fixtures and integrate with your existing setup, but compatibility depends on the switch, wiring, and load type. You may assume that smart switches are a…
The M64 reminds me why I love the Nintendo 64, flaws and all
…Thankfully, the console is compatible with the original wired N64 gamepads and the various remakes released over the years. If ModRetro fixes a few key issues, the M64 could become the best…
I fixed my TV's flickering black screen with a $15 HDMI cable and a hidden menu setting
…The fix can be super simple. Using a Velcro tie to support the cable's weight so it enters the port perfectly level and doesn't sag over time is the easiest…
Everytime I set up a new Jellyfin server, these are the plugins I install first
…Jellyfin iOS compatible Yes Android compatible Yes Desktop compatible Yes Jellyfin is one of the best Plex alternatives you can get, and that's thanks to its open-source nature and powerful…
SteamOS now runs on every AMD handheld, and Valve didn't even make a big deal about it
…Wider compatibility is the headliner here with SteamOS 3.9. SteamOS now runs across virtually every AMD-powered handheld that's worth mentioning, from the ASUS ROG Ally to the Lenovo Legion…
Intel's Nova Lake could fix the one thing that's driven builders to AMD for over five years
…The answer is AMD's long-term socket compatibility. While AMD has other advantages, the ability to drop a newer CPU into an existing motherboard — something Intel rarely offers — has been the…
SteamOS 3.8 just dramatically improved a lot of handhelds except the Steam Deck itself
…It expands compatibility, improves performance, and lays the groundwork for something much bigger than a handheld. And yet, on the Deck itself, this massive new update doesn't feel like a huge…
5 self-hosted tools I prefer to install on every new PC
…Home Assistant OS Windows, macOS, Linux iOS compatible Yes Android compatible Yes Home Assistant is the best way to connect your smart home systems together. See at Apple App Store See at…
Your new home's network is already broken — here are the 3 fixes that actually work
…most home networks are failing you in ways speed won't fix The problem is actually within your walls Bridge mode Use a better router When provided with your ISP's modem…