Should You Defrag Your SSD? You may have heard in the past that when your hard drive seems slow, it’s time for a defragmentation session. But does that advice hold up in the age of solid-state drives (SSDs)? Let’s find out what defragging does and whether your SSD needs it. Views: 13 (more…)
Read more8 Ways to Free Up Disk Space on Windows Drives are getting larger and larger, but whether you have a solid-state drive (SSD) or a huge mechanical hard drive, they always seem to fill up. These tips will help you free up space on your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC’s internal storage. Views: 4 (more…)
Read moreHow to Clear Google Search History on Android Google’s search engine is a deeply ingrained part of the Android experience. That means you’re probably accumulating a lot of Google Search history simply by using your device. We’ll show you a few ways to delete Google Search history on Android. Views: 6 (more…)
Read moreWhy You Should Buy a Mac mini Instead of an iMac I bought my first Mac computer in 2010. Since switching, I’ve learned to love everything Apple. In that time, I’ve owned three MacBooks and an iMac. However, when it came time to trade up my iMac for a new model last year, I got a Mac mini instead. It […]
Read moreHow to See What CPU Is In Your PC (and How Fast It Is) Every computer contains at least one processor, also known as a CPU or central processing unit. Your computer’s CPU is probably made by Intel or AMD. Here’s how to see what CPU you have and how fast it is. Views: 0 (more…)
Read moreAre Mechanical Hard Drives Really Obsolete? Fondly referred to as “spinning rust” among some computer nerds, mechanical hard drives seem almost quaint compared to hyper-fast SSDs. Yet, the idea that mechanical hard drives are ready for the trash pile may be more than a little premature. Views: 8 (more…)
Read moreHow to Increase Laptop Battery Life Even the longest-lasting laptop batteries will die eventually. Here’s everything you need to know to maximize the amount of time between visits to the power outlet. Views: 0 (more…)
Read moreWhat’s the Difference Between Laptops and Chromebooks? Before anyone gets upset, let me clarify: a Chromebook is a laptop. By definition, a laptop is a portable computer. So, whether it runs Windows OS, macOS, or Chrome OS, it’s a laptop. However, there are some unique differences between Chromebooks and other laptops. Views: 12 (more…)
Read moreHow to Find Your Router IP Address on Windows 11 You need to know your router’s IP for several reasons. The good news is you can find your router IP address on Windows 11 using this guide. Views: 0 (more…)
Read moreWhy Is My Phone Charger Hot, and Should I Worry? If you’ve ever noticed that your iPhone or Android phone charger is warm or hot to the touch after using it, you may be wondering why this is happening and if it’s something to worry about. Here’s what you need to know. Views: 1 (more…)
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