DDR5 memory and SSD prices continue to soar, but I have some ideas for how to save if you're upgrading, building, or buying a new computer in 2026.

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The series of destructive Windows 11 updates continues. The January 2026 security update for Windows 11, titled KB5074109, was meant to include routine fixes for networking and power issues, a new ...

The rise of AI tools and services has added a new twist to the decline and fall of standalone Windows PCs. For years, I’ve been watching the slow evolution of classic Windows PCs into cloud-based ...

Microsoft has officially retired the traditional phone-based activation system for Windows and Office that served as a reliable fallback for users for over two decades. Indeed, the "slui 4" command ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's nice to have a dedicated work computer apart from your personal setup, optimized for your various daily tasks and jobs. Just like your ...

A lightweight Linux distribution can revive old hardware. Puppy Linux and Linux Lite achieve this in very different ways. Both of these distributions can be used for free. Do you have an old computer ...

These Windows XP-themed shoes provide solid comfort, but disappoint in terms of quality nostalgia. (However, it is fun making Clippy haters hiss at the sight of that Jibbitz charm.) Microsoft Windows ...

Not all versions of Windows were created equal, at least not according to Windows users. Windows XP was a legendary operating system that Microsoft found hard to replace. It didn’t help that XP’s ...

Automotive history provides a fascinating look at the evolution of design and technology. Nowadays, during rainy or cold conditions, there is a handy little button on your dashboard that defogs the ...