Does Apple's M3 chip obsolete the M1 and M2? Here's when to upgrade - and whyThe M1 and M2 Macs are still awesome, current, well-tested, and well-functioning machines. But let's dive a little deeper.November 1, 2023 by David Gewirtz in PCs
Windows security: How to protect your home and small business PCsThe best time to start thinking about security for the PCs on your network is right now. With the help of our step-by-step guide, investing a few minutes each week will keep you well-defended.October 24, 2023 by Ed Bott in Windows
The best cheap gaming PCs you can buy: HP, MSI, and moreThe best cheap gaming PCs are still packed with powerful components, so you can stay on budget and take on the hottest indie and triple-A titles.October 23, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Gaming Devices
The best cheap gaming laptops: Asus, Dell, MSI, and more comparedThe best budget gaming laptops offer long battery life, quick refresh rates, and enough space to store your favorite games -- all for well under $1,000.October 17, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Gaming Devices
The 5 best gaming PCs you can buyThe best gaming PCs from Alienware, MSI, and more allow you to customize your machine and swap out RAM and storage drives to fit your needs.October 17, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Gaming Devices
This laptop is so rugged the manufacturer allowed me to drop it from waist-heightThe Getac B360 is designed for the toughest industries, with a modular form factor that even the United States Air Force can attest to.October 13, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Laptops
Ubuntu Desktop 23.10 arrives: A glimpse into Ubuntu Linux's futureWith the latest Ubuntu Linux release, it's clear that Canonical is taking the Linux desktop seriously.October 13, 2023 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Enterprise Software
The best October Prime Day laptop deals: Last chance to buyAmazon's Prime Big Deal Days might be over, but you can still snag great discounts on Chromebooks, Windows laptops, and MacBooks.October 11, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Laptops
This 16-1 Thunderbolt dock is a power user's dream, and it's $70 off on Amazon right nowSuffering from not having enough ports on your desktop or laptop? The Thunderbolt 4 Multimedia Pro Dock is simply bristling with USB, HDMI and DisplayPorts -- and now it's on sale during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days.October 10, 2023 by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in Home & Office
HP just unveiled a portable all-in-one computer, and that wasn't the craziest announcementThe HP Imagine 2023 conference laid out the company's roadmap for 2024 and showed off some impressive new projects and devices, some of which you can already preorder.October 6, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Laptops
This mini PC is packed with ports and power, and now you can get it for under $150Need a powerful Windows 11 PC that's not much bigger than a hockey puck and won't cost you much? Then the Blackview MP80 is the mini PC for you.October 5, 2023 by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in PCs
How I built the ultimate low-profile Starfield gaming PC for under $1,200I fired up my power screwdriver and built the Starfield gaming rig of my dreams that's spouse-approved and quiet enough to be in a family room. Check out my components.October 5, 2023 by David Gewirtz in PCs
The best all-in-one computers you can buyThe best all-in-one computers combine the power of a large machine with a slim, lightweight design. ZDNET tested the top options available to help you choose the right one for you.October 2, 2023 by Charles McLellan in PCs
It's official: No more free Windows 10 upgradesThe party's over. After seven years of looking the other way, Microsoft has finally announced that it's closing the loophole that allowed PCs running Windows 7 and Windows 8.x to upgrade for free.September 30, 2023 by Ed Bott in Windows
The best Windows laptop you can buy: Dell, Samsung, Lenovo, and moreZDNET has tested the best Windows laptops for battery life, performance, and more.September 25, 2023 by Christina Darby in Laptops