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review AMD Ryzen 9 9900X review: A powerful choice for creators and gamers

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X review: A powerful choice for creators and gamers

Building a high-performance computer isn’t easy, and it also tends to be an expensive task. You need to consider not only how the processor you’re about to choose handles the specific tasks you want it to run but also its acquisition price, cost of ownership, energy efficiency, and cooling requirements. AMD’s Ryzen 9 9900X aims to please many people looking to build a high-end
tutorial Enhance your video conferencing experience with Windows Studio Effects

Enhance your video conferencing experience with Windows Studio Effects

Windows 11 version 24H2 introduces a new feature that harnesses the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to transform your video and audio quality, making you look and sound your best in every online interaction. From improved portrait lighting to eye contact correction that makes you look engaged with your audience, Windows Studio Effects aims to improve remote communication in a way that wasn’t possible
review ASUS ROG Strix X670E-A Gaming WiFi review: Fancy a white-themed build?

ASUS ROG Strix X670E-A Gaming WiFi review: Fancy a white-themed build?

If you already have or plan to get a modern AMD Ryzen processor from the 9000, 8000, or 7000 series, you might be wondering which motherboard to choose. If you’re a gamer looking for gaming hardware, you might have stumbled upon the ASUS ROG Strix X670E-A Gaming WiFi, a high-end motherboard packed with features like PCI Express 5.0 x16 for the fastest graphic cards
tutorial How to open and use the Quick Settings panel in Windows 11

How to open and use the Quick Settings panel in Windows 11

The Quick Settings in Windows 11 allow you to change the status or modify frequently used settings without digging through menus or memorizing keyboard shortcuts. For instance, you can use the Windows 11 Quick Settings panel to adjust the volume of your speakers or the brightness of your laptop's screen, switch Wi-Fi networks, activate Night light, or turn off Airplane mode. If you’re using
news File History and 26 other features were removed from Windows 11 on ARM

File History and 26 other features were removed from Windows 11 on ARM

While working on a book project, I made a surprising discovery: Windows 11 on ARM processors is missing several key features present in its x64 counterpart despite both versions running the latest 24H2 update. This revelation comes from a detailed comparison I’ve made between two ASUS laptops: one with a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and another powered by an AMD Ryzen AI. My investigation uncovered
tutorial How to enable or turn off Airplane mode in Windows

How to enable or turn off Airplane mode in Windows

If you’re a frequent flier, you know how important it is to stay connected and productive, or simply entertained, while you’re on the go. Just like smartphones, Windows 10 and Windows 11 offer a feature called Airplane mode. This mode allows you to safely use your laptop or tablet during flights by temporarily disabling all wireless communications, like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, which are restricted
tutorial How to display the Control Panel in classic or category view style

How to display the Control Panel in classic or category view style

The Control Panel has long been one of the most frequently used features in Windows. It remains an essential tool even in Windows 10 and Windows 11, although its significance dwindles with each major Windows update. While the Control Panel has seen several usability improvements over time, some users still prefer the classic view that was standard in older versions like Windows XP. If
review Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5-7200 32GB review: Memory for gaming PCs!

Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5-7200 32GB review: Memory for gaming PCs!

When building a high-performance computer, memory speed is one of the most important aspects you should consider. Especially when dealing with the latest generations of processors such as AMD’s brand new Ryzen 9000 models or Intel 14th Gen Core processors. DDR5 memory is experiencing an uptick in adoption, and if you want to unlock the full potential of your processor, you must also find
tutorial OneDrive’s Recycle Bin: How to empty or recover deleted files

OneDrive’s Recycle Bin: How to empty or recover deleted files

Did you know that OneDrive has a Recycle Bin folder, just like Windows 10 or Windows 11? That folder stores the files deleted from any of your OneDrive synchronized devices for 30 days after you removed them. You can then use the Recycle Bin to “undelete” your files and recover them when required. You can also use it to permanently erase the files you’ve
review AMD Ryzen 5 9600X review: Affordable performance and efficiency

AMD Ryzen 5 9600X review: Affordable performance and efficiency

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X is designed with budget-conscious users in mind, promising a lot. Targeted at those who want good performance while gaming, at a reasonable price, the Ryzen 5 9600X aims to offer reliable processing power while maintaining low power consumption. In this review, I’ll share this processor’s technical specifications and I’ll also show you what benchmarks have to say about it.
tutorial How to show CMD, PowerShell & Control Panel in the Windows 10 WinX menu

How to show CMD, PowerShell & Control Panel in the Windows 10 WinX menu

If you’re using a Windows 10 computer, you might have noticed that the Control Panel and Command Prompt are no longer available in the WinX menu - the menu that appears when you right-click the Start button. Over time, Microsoft has replaced these classic shortcuts with those for the Settings app and PowerShell. While these new tools are powerful and more in line with
review AMD Ryzen 7 9700X review: Top-notch performance & power efficiency

AMD Ryzen 7 9700X review: Top-notch performance & power efficiency

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is a mid-range processor that aims to please gamers, creators, and enthusiasts alike. With AMD's bold claim of it being “The New Standard for a Gaming Processor,” the company promises to deliver exceptional performance while keeping power consumption and price in check. But does it truly live up to these expectations? In this review, I analyze the technical specifications
tutorial How to add Google Drive to File Explorer

How to add Google Drive to File Explorer

Connecting Google Drive to your computer can make accessing and syncing files much easier. That’s why I think it’s a good idea to show you how to add Google Drive to File Explorer and make your cloud storage as accessible as any of your local drives. So, if you want to link Google Drive to File Explorer, read on. I’ll walk you through all
review ASUS Zenbook S 16 review: Smart, stylish, and portable

ASUS Zenbook S 16 review: Smart, stylish, and portable

Like it or not, the Copilot+ PC era is here, bringing a wave of exciting new Windows laptops. The ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) caught my eye with its stylish looks and impressive specs. Packing AMD's latest Ryzen AI processors, a crisp OLED screen, and promising all-day battery life, it's certainly intriguing and not just on paper. But the big question is: do all
tutorial How to set a homepage in Microsoft Edge

How to set a homepage in Microsoft Edge

If you’re using Microsoft Edge and want to personalize your browsing experience, setting your homepage, startup page, or new tab page is a great place to start. Whether you want to open a specific website each time you launch Edge, or simply change the default start page URL, I’ll show you how to do it in this tutorial. I’ll cover everything from setting your
article Windows Optional Features: What are they and what do they do?

Windows Optional Features: What are they and what do they do?

Some of our readers asked us to explain all those optional features that can be added to or removed from your Windows installation. Even though all of them have some description, the information offered by Windows is either too brief or too complex to understand for most people. So I decided to publish this article and walk you through every Windows feature. I also
tutorial Stop Windows 10 and Windows 11 from showing unwanted Welcome messages

Stop Windows 10 and Windows 11 from showing unwanted Welcome messages

Have you noticed that your Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer shows a full-screen Welcome dialogue after installing an update or signing in? This pop-up promotes Microsoft services like OneDrive and Microsoft 365 or recommends changing your Microsoft Edge settings, enabling facial recognition, accessing your phone’s photos and texts from your PC, or backing up your phone to your computer. Even though Microsoft considers
tutorial Where is the Recycle Bin in Windows?

Where is the Recycle Bin in Windows?

Whether you’re using Windows 10 or Windows 11, finding the items you’ve deleted starts with opening the Recycle Bin folder. That’s because the Recycle Bin in Windows is like a safety net you can use to recover files or folders you’ve previously deleted from your computer or device. So, if you’re wondering “Where is the Recycle Bin in Windows?” or “Where to find the
article What is BIOS? What is UEFI? How are they different?

What is BIOS? What is UEFI? How are they different?

If you are a casual computer user, you may have heard about the BIOS, UEFI, BIOS failures, or Dual BIOS motherboards, but you might be wondering what these terms mean. What is a BIOS except for a weird-sounding acronym? What does BIOS do? Moreover, what is UEFI and how is it different from BIOS? Are these things really that important for the operation of