USB Flash Drive vs. External Hard Drive: Which Is Better? If you’re looking to expand your portable storage, you’re likely considering either an external hard drive (HDD) or a smaller portable flash drive. So what are the differences, is one always better than the other, and are there other options?
Read moreHow Much Storage Space Does My PC Need? Whether you’re purchasing a new PC or laptop, or upgrading your existing machine, you’ll need to consider how much hard disk space you need. Do you need more for certain games and applications? Is bigger really better? Let’s find out.
Read moreHow to Partition a Hard Drive There are many reasons to partition your hard drive: security, data redundancy, or filing. It’s easier than you think.
Read moreHow to Add an Ethernet Connection to Your Laptop Once upon a time, when laptops were a far bulkier affair, Ethernet ports were standard. Ever more slender laptop designs eschew the Ethernet port these days, but that doesn’t mean you have to go without — here’s how you can get one on any modern laptop.
Read moreWhat Can You Do With the USB Port on Your Router? You may have noticed that your network router has a USB port on the back, but you may be unsure what it’s for. The answer to that question depends on your router model, but that little port is incredibly versatile!
Read moreWhat Is an Ethernet Cable? If you’ve ever shopped for home networking, there is an excellent chance you have heard about Ethernet cables. But what are they for, why would you want to use them, and how do they differ?
Read moreHow to See How Many Cores Your CPU Has The number of cores your processor has is one component that determines your CPU performance. In the past, each processor had only one core. Modern CPUs have two to eighteen and higher. Here’s how to check how many cores your processor has.
Read moreClean Up Your Messy Cables With These 9 Simple Tips Organizing a tangle of cords is easier and less expensive than you might think. Our tips show you how to tidy up your work and living spaces using household items you likely already have.
Read moreHow to Properly Prep Your PC for Disposal Before you recycle or resell your old PC, there are several steps to take to preserve your data and privacy, from transferring software to wiping your machine.
Read moreWhat Is USB-C? An Explainer With so many Macs and Windows laptops now featuring the interface, it’s clear that the USB Type-C connector is here to stay. Here’s why that’s a good thing—and how to understand both its subtleties and where it’s headed.
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