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Best computer deals from desktops to all-in-ones
We've scoured the web to help you find the best deals on desktop PCs, gaming PCs, and all-in-one computers this May. Currently on discount: Alienware, Lenovo, and Apple.
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Best mechanical keyboards 2024: Top picks for every need
The world of mechanical keyboards is wide and deep, with an incredible variety of options. Here are the best of the best.
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Best VPNs for Android 2024: Our picks for phones and tablets
PCWorld's picks for the best VPNs for Android devices including smartphones and tablets.
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The best wireless gaming keyboards
Whatever your style or preference, there is a wireless gaming keyboard that fits the bill, offering top-notch performance, while keeping your desk tidy!
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Best laptops for engineering students 2024: Expert picks and advice
Models from Dell, Acer, Lenovo, and HP make up our picks for the best laptops for engineering students available today.
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Dell hack: Personal info of 49 million customers allegedly breached
Dell is warning potentially millions of customers that sensitive information including details of purchases and support calls are being trafficked on the Dark Web.
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PCIe 6.0's thermal throttling plans could slam brakes on performance
An Intel-authored PCI Express driver is adding thermal controls to PCI Express, the main PC bus, to prevent overheating.
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Best gaming laptops 2024: What to look for and highest-rated models
Which gaming laptop should you buy? From size, to performance, to budget, to features, this buyer's guide will help you find the best gaming laptop for your needs.
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Finland's 'Windows95man' is taking Eurovision by storm
Eurovision is Europe's delightfully bizarre song contest. The Finnish contestant is a guy named "Windows95man," and his song is, dare we say, great?
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Best external drives 2024: Backup, storage, and portability
Whether you're looking for speed, capacity, portability, or all of the above, a USB external hard disk or SSD is a necessary complement to your desktop PC setup.
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Best antivirus software 2024: Keep your PC safe from malware, spyware, and more
Your Windows PC needs virus protection. Some threats can’t be avoided without the aid of antivirus software. Choose the best antivirus software for you from our top picks.
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Update now! Chome plugs its fifth emergency zero-day exploit of 2024
The latest high-priority update from Google fixes Chrome's fifth zero-day discovered so far in 2024.
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Plug in all the things! This compact USB-equipped surge protector is $10
Ned a little breathing room for your electrical devices and USB gadgets? This 6-outlet, 1800 joule protector is handy and available at a deep discount.
Reviews
Nuphy Air V2 review: Low-profile keyboards get elevated
Nuphy's Air series of keyboards get an Editors' Choice thanks to tons of features, poppy style, and great custom switches, all at a fair price.
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Our favorite low-cost laptop is even cheaper today
The Acer Aspire 3 crams a 15-inch screen and a Ryzen processor into a shockingly small price tag, and today it's an even better deal.
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Microsoft is finally changing Word's annoying default Paste behavior
One of the most annoying functions in Word is finally being revised. Microsoft is responding to feedback on the annoying paste option.
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Hades II’s musical flourishes are a hellish delight
Supergiant's roguelike sequel improves on the original in every way, but one boss fight is an example of fantastic sound design.
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Quishing and vishing: How to protect yourself from new security threats
Quishing and vishing use modern technologies to obtain your data. Find out how you can protect yourself against these fraud methods.
Reviews
Acer Predator Orion 3000 review: Compact gaming power
The Acer Predator Orion 3000 gaming desktop is an attractive, compact gaming desktop, with an optional tempered glass side panel that ships in the box. It's just not as configurable as we'd hope.
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