I haven't used any in years, yet they are eating into system resources.
IT admins will be busy this month patching Microsoft software and apps, but not nearly as busy as they were in January.
Acer's Veriton NUC AI packs lots of ports and gets the job done as a mini PC for basic work, but you can easily find much faster compact desktops for the same price or less.
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 right now in 2026.