You can never have enough storage space, which is why it's always important to upgrade when the time is right. So if you've been looking to score a great deal on a 4TB M.2 SSD, now's going to be the perfect time to pick up this Lexar NM790 SSD, as it drops to just $245 for a limited time.

Once you install the Raspberry Pi OS, you can program in various languages like Python, Scratch, Java, C/C++, and others supported by Linux. Python is the most popular programming language for Raspberry Pi. Before building any projects on the Raspberry Pi, there are essential tools that you need to install, one of them being a code editor. There are those already installed by default, and they work great. However, if you need more advanced features, you must explore other options, which we have also discussed below. I believe you will find one that fits your needs.

If you are like me, you probably switch between multiple command-line tools for your work, such as Command Prompt, Windows PowerShell, and WSL for Linux workflows. Individually, these tools are powerful enough and work well once you get used to them. However, when you need to use them simultaneously, jumping between separate windows feels unproductive. That’s where Windows Terminal helps you.

As someone who studied computer science and graduated a few years ago, I'd like to think that I have a decent grasp on all things computing. I can generally have a go at most things, and even though networking was a topic that I spent a lot of time with and enjoyed, some of the finer details can be difficult to master. That's why, when building out my smart home, I've focused on doing it right the first time around.

I have two 1TB SSDs on my PC, but I like to keep them as vacant as possible. Call it OCD or something else, but I like to offload any data that I can to my 2TB external hard drive. Earlier, the only files I stored on it were old photos and videos dating back to my school years, effectively making the drive a media archive. Of late, however, I am using the drive to store everything from system images and video editing projects to emulators and my Plex library. Fortunately, I don't need any of these files frequently, so my external hard drive is the perfect way to keep all the data away from my primary storage.

Valve has been working a lot of hardware behind closed doors for more than a decade, and the fruit of the company's labor first came into the open with the very first Steam Machines. These were made by partners rather than Valve itself, but they ran SteamOS and served as a console-like interface for gamers to play their Steam games on. Back then, it was cumbersome to get Windows games running on them, and while you could install Windows on one, why would you not just buy a regular PC at that point?

The motherboard doesn't contribute directly to your PC's performance, except by providing the necessary slots and ports and decent power delivery. Spending more on high-end motherboards, therefore, is pointless for the majority of gamers. This is what I believed for a long time, and as a result, always bought an affordable motherboard that lacked niceties like quick-release slots, SSD heatsinks, and more.

If you're looking to expand your desk setup without increasing clutter and spending a fortune, then this Anker docking station is going to be right up your alley. The Anker 577 is quite popular, delivering just the right ports that you'd want from a docking station. For a limited time, you can score a hefty discount that drops the price by $109. This is the best price we've seen on the Anker 577, so we suggest you get it while it's still in stock.

Dipping your toes into self-hosted projects is fun. It feels like a chore on an SBC, like a headless Raspberry Pi. It's tiring to run commands in Terminal to check the app or service status, CPU temps, or memory usage. With a capable dashboard, you can quickly access self-hosted apps and monitor crucial system information. It's natural to struggle to pick the ideal one from many options. Not every dashboard can effectively free you from that pain.

I spend hours a day on my laptop, and an eye-catching wallpaper on my desktop helps me stay motivated and inspired. Instead of boring Windows wallpapers, I prefer futuristic or fantasy landscapes that take me to different worlds. I also appreciate the exciting art styles and the uniqueness of abstract images. Windows might have great scenic backgrounds, but it won't let you filter them by country to appreciate different cultures.

We saw a lot of movement on the Windows on Arm front earlier this year, but it's by no means the only operating system taking advantage of the new hardware architecture. If you're a Linux fan and you've been on the hunt for something that can run on your shiny new ARM64 processor, Ubuntu has just what you're looking for. The operating system's publisher announced the release of Ubuntu 25.04, and with it comes some support for ARM64 devices.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is sending out mass layoff notices that appear to be in defiance of a court order blocking further layoffs following DOGE-induced cuts. “I regret to inform you that you are affected by a reduction in force (RIF) action,” says a notice reviewed by The Verge that was sent by CFPB Acting Director Russell Vought to an agency employee. “This RIF action is necessary to restructure the Bureau’s operation to better reflect the agency’s priorities and mission.” Access to CFPB systems will be cut off after Friday, and employees will be placed on administrative leave until their official end date, the notice says. Fox Business reports that around 1,500 workers will receive RIF notices across core functions, based on an unnamed source. On Thursday night, CFPB Chief Legal Officer Mark Paoletta sent a notice of the agency’s supervision and enforcement priorities that said the CFPB would “shift resources away from enforcement and supervision that can be done by the States” and rescinded previous enforcement and supervision priority documents, The Wall Street Journal reported.In March, a federal judge ordered the Trump administration not to “terminate any CFPB employee, except for cause related to the individual employee’s performance or conduct; and defendants shall not issue any notice of reduction-in-force to any CFPB employee.” An appeals court order this month partially stayed that portion of the injunction, but only to the extent it would keep the CFPB from issuing a RIF that the agency determined “after a particularized assessment, to be unnecessary to the performance of defendants’ statutory duties.”