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A hybrid mobile/desktop pre-built gaming PC is an interesting idea, but the execution fails to impress. A desktop-class GPU doesn't make up for throttled mobile CPU performance and poor upgradeability ...

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It’s time to get on board with Windows 11. Four years after launching its current operating system, Microsoft will cease ...

With Microsoft officially ending support for Windows 10 on October 14, anyone with an older PC is faced with a dilemma. Sure, you can kick the can down the road by signing up for the free 12-month ...

Dell and HP executives said the PC upgrade cycle to Windows 11 will continue through 2026. Meanwhile, AI PCs shipments are ramping up, and PC prices are rising across the board. Windows 10 support ...

06:50, Sun, Sep 14, 2025 Updated: 07:52, Sun, Sep 14, 2025 It's been coming for years, but there's now just one month to go until Windows 10 is officially sent to the history books. This ageing - but ...

Windows 10 support ends October 14, 2025, but you can stay secure by enrolling in the ESU program or upgrading to Windows 11 ...

Motherboard: The Mini-ITX ROG Strix B550 motherboard is a compact yet powerful option. It offers PCIe 4.0 support for high-speed storage and GPUs, making it ideal for modern gaming needs. Its small ...

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