We're all pretty familiar with the experience of seeing our amazing laptops and computers get slower and slower as time goes on, and there are a few reasons for it. Simply having more programs installed and more files stored can impact performance, but startup tasks are actually a major factor which can make your PC feel slower. Thankfully, you can turn off startup tasks in Windows 11 to regain some of that performance you long for.

The internet is an ever-evolving landscape, and throughout the years we've seen a lot of web browsers come and go. Sure, we're all familiar with Internet Explorer, Edge, Firefox, and Chrome, but there are a ton of lesser-known projects, too. Many of them have disappeared over the years, and some still live on, but are mostly forgotten by just about everyone.

If you've been keeping an eye on gaming handhelds, chances are, you've noticed the sheer volume of new devices that are hitting the market. While we've yet to get our bearings on one, in comes another, and another, and another. And while this can be a little overwhelming, having this many choices can only be a good thing, especially if you're looking for one that really suits your personality and play style.

The Steam Deck is a fantastic handheld gaming console, and it can do so much. You can emulate your favorite consoles on it, you can play through the likes of Baldurs Gate 3 and Cyberpunk: 2077, but there are still some titles that simply don't work on it. These games are few and far between, but there are enough that I have five games I wish worked on the Steam Deck.

If you are looking to build a new PC, chances are, you've been checking out some parts, trying to see which ones are right for your PC build. Of course, one of the most vital parts of any build is going to be the CPU, which is pretty much going to be the heart of the PC. While there are some great options from Intel, if you're on a budget, then going with something from AMD is going to be a better option.

From building a NAS to creating a self-hosted web server, theres a lot you can do with a PC once it starts to show its age. But if you're a fan of trying out different projects, you can even convert an obsolete rig into a home lab that's capable of running different virtual machines and containers for all your computing needs.

When shopping around for a graphics card or gaming monitor, you've likely come across the terms AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync. Both technologies work similarly, synchronizing the connected display and GPU for smoother gaming. But which is the superior technology (and choice)? The results may surprise you and this guide will compare AMD's FreeSync against Nvidia's G-Sync to help you decide which monitor to buy.

Thanks to its cross-platform availability, a long list of features, integration with OneDrive, drawing tools, and handy web extension, Microsoft OneNote is easily one of the best note-taking apps out there. While you cant lock OneNote files with Windows Hello, Face ID, or Touch ID on a laptop or mobile device, the software giant does offer an option to password-protect specific sections in order to hide your private notes from others.

The Verge The social network formerly known as Twitter has officially adopted X.com for all its core systems. That means typing twitter.com in your browser will now redirect to Elon Musk’s favored domain, or should. At the time of publication, we’re seeing a mix of results depending upon browser choice and whether you’re logged in or not.A message also now appears at the bottom of the X login page that reads, “We are letting you know that we are changing our URL, but your privacy and data protection settings remain the same.”The domain transition has been one of the more awkward aspects of Elon Musk’s move to rebrand the company. Although many aspects of X migrated to the new branding long ago — including its official account, its mobile apps,... Continue reading…

Reddit awards are (kinda) back — with a few notable changes. | Illustration: The Verge Reddit is re-introducing a revised version of the awards system it phased out last year after acknowledging the golden upvote system had “missed the mark.”“We tried something new, it wasn’t great (you called it),” Reddit said in its announcement post on Wednesday. “So we’re (re)launching awards, not-so-new but definitely improved. Rollout starts today on reddit.com and Reddit’s iOS and Android apps.”Most of the previous award system mechanisms will remain the same, according to Reddit, with a few tweaks — such as an award button placed under eligible posts, an updated UI to minimize clutter, and an awards leaderboard that displays the top gold and awards earned for a comment or post. New safety features have been introduced to keep... Continue reading…

Apple's new iPad Pro (M4, 2024) is a powerhouse of creativity and productivity, and it easily stands as one of the best tablets out there for professionals. From the new M4 chip to a new Tandem OLED display, the new iPad Pro is packed with some of the most powerful internals we've seen inside an iPad. It is a bit on the expensive side, though, and it's also quite fragile now with its thin form-factor.

Your PC will run hot during intense gaming sessions, so youll need to optimize the airflow to avoid overheating your components. While installing new fans is one way you can improve the overall temperature of your gaming rig, managing the number of intake and exhaust fans is just as important.