Category: Computers & IT
Dell Tower Plus (EBT2250) review: this PC does it all
Dell Tower Plus (EBT2250): Two-minute review The Dell Tower Plus (EBT2250) is a hard computer to pin down just because its configurations vary so wildly. It’s almost like the Tower Plus is more of a concept than an actual model with the only thing really remaining the same are its most barebones aspects, such as…
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How to Use DirectStorage in Windows 11
DirectStorage is built into Windows 11, so you don’t need to do anything to enable it. If your PC has the necessary specifications for DirectStorage to work, and you play a game that’s compatible with DirectStorage, Windows 11 will automatically leverage this feature to improve your load times and game performance. For DirectStorage to work,…
I’ve been a PC gamer for decades, and the Alienware Aurora gaming desktop is the only gaming PC you need
Alienware Aurora (ACT1250): Two-minute review When the rebooted Alienware Aurora R16 launched some years ago, we praised it as a capable pre-built gaming desktop that balanced a unique design with capable performance. This time around, the Alienware Aurora gaming desktop (ACT1250) brings the same distinctive and compact design that feels more office-friendly, yet still has…
CES 2026: Dates, News, Announcements, Rumors, and Everything Else to Know
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is an annual event that the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) puts on every January. It’s a massive production that brings out tech manufacturers and some of their most out-there ideas. What Are the Dates for CES 2026? Media-only events are scheduled for January 4-5, 2026, with the exhibition space running…
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Never mind Linux – Windows 10’s End of Life is driving up Apple Mac sales
PC shipments are up 8% in Q3 2025, helped by Windows 10’s End of Life Apple’s Macs have done particularly well with a 15% gain year-on-year Windows PC makers have also witnessed some robust increases, with one notable exception It was always going to be the case that Windows 10 reaching its official end of…
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Strava-lawsuit jitters? Discover the feature-rich freedom of Adidas Running
Even though the Strava-Garmin-Suunto lawsuit has since been voluntarily dropped, the whole debacle got me thinking about what alternatives are available should I wish to or even need to jettison my use of Strava. It’s good to remain light on your feet when it comes to app reliance, and the lawsuit was a timely reminder…
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4 PC Parts You Can Buy Cheap (And 1 You Should Splurge On)
Let it be shouted from the rooftops until everybody gets the message: Building your own PC, be it for productivity, video editing, or gaming, does not need to cost a small fortune. A lot of PC upgrades are surprisingly cheap, and plenty of PC parts can be bought used to cut costs even more. Just…
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