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Computers

Practical Windows, Mac and Linux guides, PC hardware advice, and fixes for storage, peripherals and everyday computer problems.

Useful guides
• Windows installation checklist
• Fix headphones that play on one side
• Troubleshoot a Windows network drive
• Understand wireless drives and NAS storage
• Prepare your PC for Linux
• Change the default Mac email app
• Choose an SFP transceiver

Sound Towers

Sound Towers with Built-in FM Radio

February 26, 2021 Matt Mills 0

One of the best gadgets you can have to enjoy your favorite songs is a sound tower . A model that stands out for its […]

game graphics

Mesh Shaders on the GPU to Enhance the Graphics of Your Games

February 25, 2021 Matt Mills 0

Both NVIDIA and AMD have talked about a technology called Mesh Shaders, which is one of the rams for visual advancement through GPUs in the […]

Signal-to-noise Ratio

Signal-to-noise Ratio or SNR in Audio: What is it For?

February 25, 2021 Matt Mills 0

When choosing any audio product that emits sound (that is, for example the sound card integrated into your motherboard), one of the parameters that manufacturers […]

power-line

Why Are the 12V Power Lines So Special?

February 25, 2021 Matt Mills 0

When we talk about power supplies , 12V lines or rails are often mentioned, especially when the topic is related to high-end graphics cards and […]

GDDR6

GDDR6 Explained: Graphics Memory, Bandwidth and Newer Versions

February 25, 2021 Matt Mills 0

Updated 19 October 2026. GDDR6 is a type of memory designed to move graphics data quickly. A graphics card uses it for information such as […]

wifi router

AP Isolation vs Guest Networks: Settings and Limits

February 25, 2021 Matt Mills 0

Last updated: 11 October 2026 AP isolation, also called client isolation, restricts communication between wireless clients within the scope implemented by the access point. It […]

RTX 3080 vs RTX 2080 Ti

RTX 3080 vs RTX 2080 Ti, is the Architecture Change Worth it?

February 25, 2021 Matt Mills 0

The RTX 3000 came out a few months ago replacing the RTX 2000, but how do both architectures compare and what are the changes from […]

polling rate

Polling Rate: What it Influences PC Peripherals

February 25, 2021 Matt Mills 0

When you look at the technical specifications of a gaming peripheral , and more specifically of keyboards and mice, the polling frequency is one of […]

Intel Optane Technology

Intel Optane: What it is for and How it Works on PC

February 25, 2021 Matt Mills 0

Launched in 2017, Intel Optane technology has passed through the hardware market with more pain than glory, but in its early days it presented a more than […]

amd processor

AMD CCD and CCX Explained: Chiplets, Cores and Shared Cache

February 25, 2021 Matt Mills 0

Updated 20 October 2026. A CCD is a physical core-containing die used in many AMD chiplet processors. A CCX is a core complex: a group […]

Laptop Power Plug or Connector

Laptop Charger Types: How to Identify the Plug and Power You Need

February 23, 2021 Matt Mills 0

Identify laptop charger types, from round barrel plugs to USB-C and Slim Tip. Check connector fit, output voltage and watts before replacing yours.

Frozen Liquid Cooling

Frozen Liquid Cooling on PC, What to Do to Fix it?

February 23, 2021 Matt Mills 0

Oddly enough, in this latest cold wave where extremely low temperatures have been recorded (-15º C in many cities), users with liquid refrigerations who have […]

Chiplets

Common Electrical I/O: How Chiplets Communicate with Each Other

February 23, 2021 Matt Mills 0

The future arrival of chiplet-based processors brings with it a question: what interfaces and protocols will be used to communicate the different elements of a […]

bios

PC Goes into BIOS Every Time Turned on: How to Fix It

February 23, 2021 Matt Mills 0

No PC is without problems before or after, although it is true that most of the time these come right after mounting it or after […]

Router

How to Check if the Router is Well Cared for to Avoid Problems

February 22, 2021 Matt Mills 0

There is no doubt that the router is a fundamental piece for our connections. It is the device that allows us to browse the Internet […]

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gaming setup highlighting AMD Ryzen's integrated graphics

Budget CPUs With Integrated Graphics: What to Compare

November 19, 2024 0

Compare AMD desktop CPUs with integrated graphics for a budget gaming PC. Check the GPU model, memory, motherboard and real Valorant benchmarks.

Top Headphones for Gamers

Headphones for Gaming and Music: What to Check First

October 30, 2024 0

Choose headphones by connection, microphone and comfort. Compare useful headset and wired options without confusing console versions or noise isolation.

google pixel best charger

Google Pixel Chargers: USB-C PD, PPS and Wattage Explained

October 11, 2024 0

Last updated: 11 October 2026 A charger’s maximum wattage is its capacity, not the power every Pixel will draw. Charging depends on the phone model, […]

Car display with a microphone, speech bubble and call icon

Android Auto Keeps Asking Who to Call? Here’s What to Try

November 6, 2026 0

Android Auto keeps asking who to call? Test a saved name and a spoken number, try a workaround while parked, and learn how to report the issue.

Prevent Google from Closing Your Account

Keep a Google Account Active: Policy and Practical Steps

December 30, 2024 0

Google will delete accounts inactive for over two years starting December 2023. Learn how to keep your account active and safeguard your data.

Gemini AI's integration with Google Drive

How to Use Gemini in Google Drive to Find and Organise Files

December 30, 2024 0

Use Gemini in Google Drive to search and summarise files, review sources and suggest folder moves. Check plan access and keep control of changes.

Phone in a sage case with an illustrated loading ring and a visible side button

Why Does My Google Pixel Keep Freezing? What to Check

November 10, 2026 0

Google Pixel keeps freezing? Learn how to restart it, check apps and storage, and use Safe Mode to narrow down the cause.

Fitness tracker showing activity bars beside a phone with a sync icon and two blank cards

Fitbit Data Missing After Google Health 5.12? What to Check

November 10, 2026 0

Fitbit data missing after Google Health 5.12? Check the last sync time, fix iPhone Bluetooth issues, and see what to do when readings stay blank.

Phone displaying an illustrated search icon and a partially filled progress bar

iPhone Stuck on “Optimizing Search and Siri”? What to Check

November 9, 2026 0

iPhone still says Optimizing Search and Siri? Check indexing progress, test Spotlight against app search, and find the settings that control results.

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