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article Windows 11 Moment 2 update is here: 7 essential enhancements!

Windows 11 Moment 2 update is here: 7 essential enhancements!

While Microsoft releases a major Windows 11 feature update every year, some people find this rhythm too slow. So, to keep the momentum going, Microsoft also launches smaller updates called Moments in the form of cumulative updates, which bring new features to Windows 11 users. We had a Moment 1 update for Windows 11 released in October 2022, and on February 28th, 2023, Microsoft
review Intel Core i7-13700K review: High performance, balanced pricing

Intel Core i7-13700K review: High performance, balanced pricing

Starting with the 12th Gen and continuing with the 13th Generation Raptor Lake architecture, Intel has some of the best desktop processors. One of the most attractive models is the Intel Core i7-13700K, a CPU that can reach 5.40 GHz in boost mode, with 16 cores, 24 threads, and excellent pricing. But what else does it bring to the table, and how does it
tutorial How to create Windows shortcuts with parameters

How to create Windows shortcuts with parameters

Did you know that both Windows 10 and Windows 11 allow you to change shortcuts by adding command-line parameters to them? Or that you can also make new shortcuts with arguments, having them open their target applications with some of their features turned on or off automatically? If you want to learn how to add launch options to executables using their shortcuts, read on:
article What is AMD EXPO, and should you enable it for your DDR5 RAM?

What is AMD EXPO, and should you enable it for your DDR5 RAM?

With the launch of their latest Ryzen 7000 processors, AMD also shared details about AMD EXPO. If you’ve followed AMD’s announcements or if you’ve been looking to buy DDR5 memory, you might have an idea of what AMD EXPO is and what it does. However, there’s also a chance that this might be the first time you have heard of it. If you want
tutorial What happens to deleted files? Can you recover a deleted file?

What happens to deleted files? Can you recover a deleted file?

Some people say that after you have deleted a file, you can never recover it again, so you should be careful what you delete. The last part is very good advice, but the rest is not necessarily true. You’ve probably heard that there are ways to recover files you accidentally deleted or lost. On the internet, you can find many specialized apps designed just
review Kingston FURY Beast DDR4 RGB Special Edition review

Kingston FURY Beast DDR4 RGB Special Edition review

Although DDR5 memory is slowly but surely increasing its adoption rate and lowering its price, DDR4 memory is still a choice for many. While raw data transfer speeds offered by DDR4 can’t match DDR5, the advantage of tighter timings (lower latencies) and the costs are still important aspects to consider in favor of DDR4. If you’re looking for the best DDR4 memory for your
tutorial How to cut, copy, and paste in Windows (all the shortcuts)

How to cut, copy, and paste in Windows (all the shortcuts)

The Cut, Copy, and Paste commands are essential tools when you work on a computer, and you find them everywhere in Windows. It’s simple to move things around if you know how to cut. Also, understanding how to copy and paste on Windows efficiently can drastically reduce the time you spend creating materials on your computer or device. This tutorial illustrates several methods to
tutorial How to delete files in Windows (permanently or temporarily)

How to delete files in Windows (permanently or temporarily)

Whether it’s work-related documents and presentations or personal pictures and files, when you run out of space on your Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer or device, you must delete some of them. We all delete files regularly, and yet, not many of us know how the process works or that there is more than one way to delete files. If you want to
article Why is the Intel Core i9-13900K one of the best CPUs of 2023?

Why is the Intel Core i9-13900K one of the best CPUs of 2023?

The Core i9-13900K is one of the most powerful desktop processors created so far by Intel. Part of the Raptor Lake family, it’s built on a hybrid architecture similar to the one used on Alder Lake but with improved performance and significantly higher frequencies. What makes these CPUs, and especially the Intel Core i9-13900K, so special? What’s the underlying technology that makes them tick
tutorial How to make a video smaller in Windows (5 methods)

How to make a video smaller in Windows (5 methods)

Do you have a video that you want to send to someone over the internet, but it is too big to do it via email, chat apps, or other similar services? Do you have to record your homework and upload it on an e-learning platform so that your teacher can grade you? You might stumble upon an annoying size limitation that doesn’t let you
tutorial What is a Windows service? How to manage services in Windows

What is a Windows service? How to manage services in Windows

You must have wondered at least once about what makes Windows run and offer so many features to so many different apps. One crucial part of the answer is provided by Windows services. By using its services, Windows can manage network connections, play sound through the speakers, remember passwords and credentials, encrypt your data, and so on. In this article, I’ll describe what Windows
tutorial How to change the keyboard language on Windows 11

How to change the keyboard language on Windows 11

Did you know that around 43% of people are bilingual, with a further 17% being multilingual? That’s not surprising considering how intertwined the world is and how many people change the country they live in. In such a multilingual space, typing in multiple languages and changing the keyboard language on Windows 11 is important. Furthermore, you may want to use a comfortable keyboard layout
review ADATA XPG Spectrix D50 DDR4 RGB review: Fast and affordable!

ADATA XPG Spectrix D50 DDR4 RGB review: Fast and affordable!

While DDR5 memory kits are slowly taking over the world, there are still many who prefer DDR4 modules. Whether it’s because of their better latencies or because of their price, you, too, might prefer DDR4 instead of DDR5. If you’re searching for a fast DDR4 kit with excellent speed and timings, then the ADATA XPG Spectrix D50 DDR4 RGB that I’m reviewing today might
article DDR4 vs. DDR5: Should you upgrade?

DDR4 vs. DDR5: Should you upgrade?

DDR4 has been available for a long time and thus has reached its maximum potential. It’s a mature memory specification that ensures both stability and performance. In comparison, DDR5 was only launched in 2021, and while not in its early days, it is still a work in progress. Though DDR5’s innate performance improvements over DDR4 should be obvious, DDR4 still has a word to
review ASUS ProArt Z790-CREATOR WIFI review: For demanding content creators

ASUS ProArt Z790-CREATOR WIFI review: For demanding content creators

The options for building a new computer based on Intel 13 or 12 Gen Core processors are quite generous right now. Apart from motherboards that work with DDR4 memory, there are new models that support much faster DDR5 memory. One of the most interesting ones is the ASUS ProArt Z790-CREATOR WIFI, a motherboard with a Z790 chipset at its core, capable of delivering extreme
article 5 things you can do with the Windows Clock app

5 things you can do with the Windows Clock app

Introduced with Windows 11, the Clock app is now also included in Windows 10, replacing the old Alarms & Clock. However, despite its simple name, the Windows Clock app brings several improvements and the Focus sessions to help you concentrate on your daily tasks and increase productivity. This guide illustrates five things you can do with the Clock app for Windows 10 and Windows
tutorial 11 ways open Task Scheduler in Windows

11 ways open Task Scheduler in Windows

Do you want to schedule Windows to perform certain tasks at specific intervals or display a message when something happens on your PC? Well, to do that, you need the Task Scheduler. And to use it, you must first know how to access it. If you want a complete roundup of all the ways to open Task Scheduler, including using the Run window or
review Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB DDR5-7200 32GB C34 review

Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB DDR5-7200 32GB C34 review

The latest generations of both Intel and AMD desktop processors can take advantage of faster DDR5 memory. While the prices of such memory kits are still quite prohibitive, the performance you get from them is undeniable. And, sooner or later, as more options surface on the market, prices should gradually drop. During the last couple of weeks, I’ve had the chance to test one
tutorial How to use Focus sessions in the Windows Clock app

How to use Focus sessions in the Windows Clock app

When opening the Clock app in Windows 10 and Windows 11, the Focus sessions tab is the first thing that shows up. Seeing how we are always bombarded with notifications, reminders, chat messages, and calls, the Windows Focus sessions feature helps you set time aside to concentrate on what’s important. On top of minimizing distractions, you can use the Focus sessions in Windows 11
review ASUS ROG Ryuo III 240 ARGB review: Efficient AIO liquid cooler!

ASUS ROG Ryuo III 240 ARGB review: Efficient AIO liquid cooler!

On October 21st, 2022, ASUS announced the launch of a new series of CPU liquid coolers, namely the ROG Ryuo III 360 and 240 ARGB AIO coolers. Both models are available in black and white editions, and both promise excellent performance in keeping the temperatures low for even the most demanding and powerful desktop processors today. I’ve had the chance to test the 240