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A collection of articles that include general technical content, opinion articles, comparisons, giveaways, studies and analyses conducted by us or third parties.

article Intel NUC 13 Pro & NUC 13 Extreme: Business or gaming?

Intel NUC 13 Pro & NUC 13 Extreme: Business or gaming?

Intel recently launched two new series of Mini PCs in the Intel NUC family. These are the Intel NUC 13 Pro and Intel NUC 13 Extreme, two types of small form factor PCs designed and aimed at different audiences, but both offering high computing performance and plenty of customization options. While the Intel NUC 13 Pro is aimed at businesses in need of powerful
article What is a proxy server? What are its benefits & drawbacks?

What is a proxy server? What are its benefits & drawbacks?

If you have worked in a corporate network, you’ve probably encountered the term proxy server, and you know that without one, you cannot access websites and services outside the company’s network. However, what exactly are these proxy servers? Should you use one at home? Read this guide to learn why proxy servers are necessary and when you should use a proxy: NOTE: There
article What is USB? Types of USB, speeds, ports & connectors

What is USB? Types of USB, speeds, ports & connectors

The USB technology has been around for almost three decades now. We’ve become so used to it that we take it for granted and don’t consider it special. Although you surely used a USB device, it is possible that you don’t really know what USB means and what it does. You might have heard some acronyms like USB Type C or USB 3, but
article Which is better at FSR: AMD or NVIDIA?

Which is better at FSR: AMD or NVIDIA?

Are you a gamer? If you are, I bet you know about the game-changing technology called AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR). It’s meant to boost your graphics performance, and it works on almost any GPU, even your old one! With FSR, you can enjoy higher frame rates and smoother gameplay, regardless of whether you have a Radeon or a GeForce card. However, although FSR
article Windows 11’s best features: 10 great things about it

Windows 11’s best features: 10 great things about it

Microsoft’s latest operating system, Windows 11, has been available for quite a while now, and many of us have had all the time in the world to see what it’s like using it and decide whether we like it or not. On top of a user interface and overall appearance that many people find elegant, Windows 11 also brings a lot of other great
article Windows 11 sucks: Reasons why you may not like it

Windows 11 sucks: Reasons why you may not like it

Hello, fellow Windows users! In today’s article, I will rant about Windows 11 and what I hate about it. Yes, that’s right. Because while Windows 11 aims to be a great operating system, it’s definitely not a masterpiece. There are many reasons why you may like it, but there are also reasons why Windows 11 sucks. Things that are missing and we had in
article AMD EXPO vs. Intel XMP: How are they different? Which is better?

AMD EXPO vs. Intel XMP: How are they different? Which is better?

Along with releasing their latest Ryzen 7000 processors, AMD also revealed information regarding AMD EXPO. If you’ve been looking at DDR5 RAM options, you probably noticed that some of them are compatible with Intel XMP, while others are certified for AMD EXPO. What do these acronyms mean, and why does it matter what kind of RAM you’ll buy? Moreover, what’s the real-life difference between
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
article What are 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11n (Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 4)?

What are 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11n (Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 4)?

We live in the internet age, and almost everyone has a wireless router in their homes, helping families stay connected at all times. While Wi-Fi is a frequent term in our vocabulary, the names of the different wireless networking standards are challenging to understand and even pronounce. That is because they have complicated names invented by network engineers and corporations. Do you know what
article What's the best free file deletion software for Windows?

What's the best free file deletion software for Windows?

There are many ways to recover deleted files from hard drives. The deleted files are not necessarily lost forever, and with the appropriate programs, you can restore them. However, what if you want the opposite of that? Maybe you have some files that you want to erase forever. Maybe they contain sensitive information that you don’t want to be recovered. To permanently get rid
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
article What is Wi-Fi 6E? How does it compare to Wi-Fi 6?

What is Wi-Fi 6E? How does it compare to Wi-Fi 6?

If you’re looking for a new router or mesh Wi-Fi system, you may have noticed that some of them support a new standard called Wi-Fi 6E. If you want to know more about Wi-Fi 6E, how it works, its advantages and disadvantages, and how it compares to Wi-Fi 6, read this article, in which I explain everything you need to know: What is
article 8 websites with free desktop icons for Windows

8 websites with free desktop icons for Windows

Personalizing the icons of your shortcuts can be a great way to make your PC look better. You can replace the icons for those boring folders you’ve been looking at for so many years, and others will admire how well-organized and good-looking your desktop is. However, where do you find beautiful icon sets? There are a staggering number of websites that offer free icons
article Hands-on: 5 pros of Samsung Galaxy S23, S23+ and S23 Ultra

Hands-on: 5 pros of Samsung Galaxy S23, S23+ and S23 Ultra

On February 1st 2023, Samsung launched the Galaxy S23 smartphone lineup. Before the official Samsung Galaxy Unpacked release event, I had the chance to spend a few minutes using and photographing the new Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+ and Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphones. They come with exciting new specs, like being equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon processors instead of Samsung Exynos (a plus for European users),
article Intel Core i9-13900k vs. AMD Ryzen 9 7900X: Gaming performance!

Intel Core i9-13900k vs. AMD Ryzen 9 7900X: Gaming performance!

Both Intel’s and AMD’s latest generation of desktop processors are excellent choices for gaming. They deliver incredible speeds and performance, from the mid-range area all the way up to the higher-end models. There’s no question about it: you’ll make a great choice by going with either AMD or Intel processors, at least in terms of gaming. However, I couldn’t help myself from wondering whether
tutorial Local account vs. Microsoft account: Which one should I use?

Local account vs. Microsoft account: Which one should I use?

Both Windows 10 and Windows 11 heavily promote the use of a Microsoft account that has an associated email address and password. If you want to take advantage of what these new operating systems offer, Microsoft accounts make your life easier. However, many people are concerned with sharing their personal information with Microsoft and want to use offline local accounts. Let’s explain the differences
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