A tale of two gaming laptops: The x17 vs. the Blade Mk2
Razer’s Blade gaming laptop is nothing if not unique. The first version of the attractive-but-expensive laptop launched at a whopping […]
Hardware, Software, Technology, Windows
Hardware, Software, Technology
The year in tech: Biggest fails, flops, and faux pas
It was a very bad year (for some) Yes, tech companies do a great job of making our lives better.
Hardware, Technology
SSD prices continue to plunge
Since 2010, solid state drive (SSD) prices have plummeted 300% since 2010, this year reaching what researchers call the magic
Hardware, Technology
All we know about Nvidia’s next-generation Tegra chip
Nvidia’s Tegra 3 system-on-a-chip for smartphones and tablets is getting a bit long in the tooth, but the company still
Microsoft, Security, Software, Windows
The Malicious Safety OneCare Essential Defender: Straightening out Microsoft's confusing security tools | PCWorld
When it comes to security, the folks in Redmond can go overboard with new products–or worse, new names for old
Networking, Technology
Cisco to sell off Linksys division
Bloomberg is reporting that enterprise networking gear maker Cisco has engaged the services of Barclays to offload its Linksys division.
Hardware, Security, Technology
Can I recover a stolen laptop?
Yes, in the sense that it’s possible to win the lottery. Actually, that’s only the case if you haven’t taken
Hardware, Technology
Answer Line: The best way to watch Netflix
If you’re talking about a video sitting on your hard drive, rather than one you’re streaming over the Internet, this
Hardware, Technology
What do hard drive-related words like SATA, IDE, and RAID actually mean?
Technical terms can get overwhelming, especially when they include too many TLAs (three-letter acronyms). Even people who use these terms
Hardware, Technology
Drop the beat: The Ultimate Smartphone Guide, part III
Music has always been central to identity—people express their personality through the artists they listen to. It’s common to carry