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AMD's 2nd-generation Ryzen - The ultimate desktop processor
In 2017, AMD shook up the processor market with Ryzen. Now the 2nd-generation chips look set do the same in 2018.
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MSI unveils Vortex W25 desktop workstation
MSI unveils the new Vortex W25 powered by 8th-generation Intel Core i7 processors, along with updated WT75, WS63, and WE series mobile workstations.
Microsoft releases another Windows 10 'Redstone 4' test build with 'reliability' fixes
Microsoft still has yet to start rolling out Windows 10 1803, aka Windows 10 'Redstone 4,' to mainstream users. More 'general reliability' fixes are still coming to testers.
Acer prepping Chromebox CXI3 desktop lineup starting at $300
The new PC family -- featuring 7th- and 8th-generation Intel Core CPUs -- hopes to revitalize the nearly forgotten desktop sibling of the far more popular Chromebook.
AMD unveils 2nd generation AMD Ryzen processors
AMD continues to pile the pressure on Intel, with prices range from $199 to $329.
Apple's macOS warning: New alerts tell you you're running incompatible 32-bit apps
New 32-bit warnings increase pressure on developers to update their macOS apps to 64-bit technology.
IT physical security policy
This policy will help your organization safeguard its hardware, software, and data from exposure to persons (internal or external) who could intentionally or inadvertently harm your business and/or damage...
How safe is your air-gapped PC? Attackers can now suck data out via power lines
You'll now need to monitor the power cables connecting to isolated computers holding sensitive information.
HP's new Windows 10 laptops: Pavilion x360s get faster processors, thinner bezels
HP unveils the 2018 editions of its budget-friendly Pavilion convertibles and notebooks.
Worldwide PC shipments effectively flat in Q1 2018
Dell, HP still managed to post solid year-over-year growth, according to IDC and Gartner
Linux all-in-one: Slimbook Curve comes with your distro of choice pre-installed
Linux users can pick which of 10 Linux distros the Slimbook Curve 24-inch screen all-in-one one is delivered with.
How many Linux users are there anyway?
It depends on how you count them.
Microsoft readies developer kit to try to get more 64-bit apps compiled for Windows 10 on ARM
Microsoft has a plan to try to get developers to recompile their Windows apps to work natively on 64-bit ARM processors coming to Windows 10 on ARM devices.
HP's new monster ZBooks: Latest Intel Xeons, up to 32GB RAM, 4TB SSD
HP unveils its fifth generation of high-end laptops with Intel's latest Xeon processors.
Microsoft's latest Windows 10 'Redstone 5' build adds more features to Sets
Microsoft is adding more functionality to its Sets windows-management feature, with the latest Windows 10 'Redstone 5' test build.
Intel: We now won't ever patch Spectre variant 2 flaw in these chips
A handful of CPU families that Intel was due to patch will now forever remain vulnerable.
Photos: Cold War ZX Spectrum clones spawned behind the Iron Curtain
Fitted inside telephone cases, or even toy organs, these Speccy replicas were less expensive but arguably more creative than the original Sinclair ZX Spectrum.
High-performance storage: From flash drives to server hard drives (April 2018 edition)
A tour of the best storage solutions available for professionals, covering everything from flash drives you can pop into your pocket to behemoth server-grade hard drives.
First look: 2nd generation AMD Ryzen processors
AMD continues to pile the pressure on Intel, with prices range from $199 to $329.
10 Apple products you shouldn't buy (April 2018 edition)
Here's a list of Apple products that you shouldn't buy because they are old, newer versions are likely to land soon, or they just represent poor value for money.
Apple products you shouldn't buy (March 2018 edition)
Just because Apple offers something for sale doesn't mean that it's a good idea to buy it! Here's a list of Apple products that you shouldn't buy because they are old, or that newer versions are likely to land soon.
Build a budget AMD Ryzen PC for under $450
Budget PCs just got a lot better. The total price including Windows 10 comes in at under $450.
Best mini PCs
It's not that long ago that a computer was something housed in a huge beige box that weighed as much as an engine block and took up a good half your desk. Now you can get powerful computers can fit comfortably in the palm of your hand.
Apple products you shouldn't buy in 2018
Just because Apple offers something for sale doesn't mean that it's a good idea to buy it! Here's a list of Apple products that you shouldn't buy, along with three that you can't buy anymore.
Top 12 Raspberry Pi alternatives (2018 edition)
Here is a selection of single board computers for homebrew projects and automation, with prices starting at only $5.
The Apple products you shouldn't buy for the holidays (and three that you can't buy anymore)
Just because Apple offers something for sale doesn't mean that it's a good idea to buy it! Here's a list of Apple products that you shouldn't buy, along with three that you can't buy anymore.
Top 12 Raspberry Pi alternatives
Here is a selection of single board computers for homebrew projects and automation, with prices starting at only $5.
The Apple products you shouldn't buy (and three that you can't buy anymore)
Just because Apple offers something for sale doesn't mean that it's a good idea to buy it! Here's a list of Apple products that you shouldn't buy, along with three that you can't buy anymore.
Here are the best Raspberry Pi alternatives
Here is a selection of single board computers for homebrew projects and automation, with prices starting at only $5.
Here are the Apple products you shouldn't buy (and three that you can't buy anymore)
Just because Apple offers something for sale doesn't mean that it's a good idea to buy it! Here's a list of Apple products that you shouldn't buy, along with three that you can't buy anymore.
Best Raspberry Pi alternatives
Here is a selection of single board computers for homebrew projects and automation, with prices starting at only $5.
Intel says can't protect all chips vulnerable to Meltdown and Spectre
A handful of CPU families that Intel was due to patch will now forever remain vulnerable.
Are passwords passé? Raise your palm for biometrics
Microsoft and Fujitsu have teamed up to enable palm-vein authentication on Windows 10 as part of Windows Hello.
Planning a trip to the Apple store? Don't buy these products.
Just because Apple offers something for sale doesn't mean that it's a good idea to buy it.
Microsoft: Here's an early look at Sets in Windows 10
This is an early look at a new Windows 10 feature, called Sets, which is currently in development.
Just upgraded to the latest Windows 10? Our to-do list
You've just upgraded to the most recent version of Windows 10. Use this checklist to ensure that you've cut annoyances to a bare minimum.
PC market set for slight recovery in 2018: Gartner
While the number of global shipments of 'traditional PCs' will decline in 2018, overall PC shipments are set to increase, according to technology analyst firm Gartner.
Windows 10 after two years: Was the upgrade worth it?
Two years after its splashy debut, Windows 10 is now running on more than 500 million PCs worldwide. Was the upgrade worth it? Here's my report card.
Asus ZenBook 3 Deluxe
The laptop impressively packs a 14-inch screen into a roughly 13-inch body.
A brief history of Adobe Flash
Adobe's Flash, a pioneering yet often derided piece of the interactive web, will be phased out with end of life coming in 2020. Here's a brief look at its history.
CIOs: Five best practice tips for effective mobile computing
CIO Strategies: What is the best device for getting work done? This is what works best for business.
Ransomware using trojan trick to expand threat
Users only needed to visit a website compromised with a malicious advert to become infected with Mole ransomware, warn security researchers.
Understanding the Mac market: It's still a $25 billion business
If Apple's Mac business were a standalone company, it would be bigger than McDonald's.
Which five Apple products are heading for the exit?
As Apple more and more morphs into a smartphone company (albeit a wildly profitable smartphone company), a number of products in the Apple lineup are being allowed to wither and die. Here are five Apple products that are on the endangered list.
The Making of 'Zen' (AMD Video)
Behind-the-scenes with AMD's engineers as they reflect on the road to "Zen"
Learn how to speed up your old PC
Got an old PC? Here's how to breathe new life into your old desktop system.
Dell Precision Workstation AIO 5720 review: A professional-level all-in-one with excellent GPU performance
The Precision AIO 5720's high-end graphics performance makes it well suited to tasks such as photography, design and illustration work. It's also competitively priced.
Boston Venom EPYC Workstation review: Price/performance equation adds up for multi-threaded applications
This dual-socket AMD EPYC-powered system offers a total of 64 cores and 128 threads, giving it an advantage over comparable Xeon-based alternatives for many types of workload.
HP EliteOne 1000: A 34-inch curved all-in-one monster
In regular business scenarios, the HP EliteOne 1000 will comfortably handle most workloads, but it should be capable of so much more.
Chuwi SurBook Mini hands-on: A compact workhorse that ticks all the boxes
The Chuwi SurBook Mini packs a performance punch for its compact size -- and is a joy to use.
Surface Book 2 (15-inch): Microsoft supersizes its most powerful portable PC
Microsoft's newest addition to the Surface line is a 15-inch beast with surprisingly good battery life.
macOS High Sierra, First Take: Solid foundations, but light on eye candy
A solid and stable release, High Sierra offers compatibility with older Macs going back to 2010 and should prove a straightforward and worthwhile upgrade for most users.
Microsoft Surface Studio review: An appealing all-in-one for creatives, but the price is high
It has a versatile 28-inch display, but the Surface Studio will need a serious price reduction if it's to compete with the latest high-end AIOs on the market.
Apple iMac 27-inch with Retina 5K display (2017): CPU and GPU upgrades deliver better value for money
Some iMac owners may be tempted to wait for the forthcoming iMac Pro, but this 2017 update proves that the veteran iMac is still alive and kicking.
HP Envy 34 review: A stylish, but expensive, widescreen all-in-one PC
If you can afford it, then the Envy 34 provides a stylish and impressive home entertainment system or executive desktop PC. But its curved 34-inch screen will have to work pretty hard to justify the price tag.
HP Z2 Mini G3 Workstation review: Power in a pint-sized package
With the diminutive Z2 Mini G3, HP has managed to deliver workstation-class performance in a mini-PC form factor.
Dell XPS 27 (7760) review: AIO with 4K display, plus impressive graphics and audio
Like Apple's iMac, the Dell XPS 27 has now evolved from an attractively designed home PC into a professional-level graphics workstation.
Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 910 review: Attractive design and competitive price, but modest performance
Clever design and versatile features make the IdeaCentre AIO 910 an attractive and competitively priced option for anyone needing a large screen all-in-one desktop PC.
HP Z1 Workstation G3 review: Smaller, thinner, lighter and faster
HP's Z1 Workstation G3 won't win any accolades for its looks, but it's a very capable workstation-class all-in-one desktop with a good level of access to the internals for servicing and upgrades.
Dell OptiPlex 7440 AIO review: A no-nonsense IT-friendly business desktop
Dell's OptiPlex 7440 is a businesslike desktop PC designed for mainstream office workloads, with straightforward user upgrades and repair options that should appeal to IT managers.
ASUS Zen AIO Pro Z240IC review: Attractive design and strong performance, but limited upgradeability
It might look like an iMac wannabe, but the ASUS Zen AIO Pro delivers excellent value for money. Choose your spec carefully though, as there's limited scope for upgrades and repairs.
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