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Why you shouldn't waste your money on a membrane keyboard
Keyboards are indispensable in everyday digital life. However, if you compare a membrane keyboard with a mechanical keyboard, you'll quickly realize the differences are huge.
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Keep your graphics driver fresh and your games will thank you
You should regularly update the driver for graphics cards, as they often include new configuration options and deliver better performance in the latest games.
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Steam has a hidden tool that shows how much you've spent over the years
A little bit here, a little bit there. All those Steam Sales may have saved you plenty, but it can be quite the shock when you see your grand total spent.
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What to do if your mouse is double-clicking when you don't mean it
It could be due to wear and tear, or it could be due to something else. Before you buy a new mouse straight away, here's what you can try to fix it.
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Heatsinks: The unsung heroes cooling your PC
Most PC users are familiar with the term CPU or motherboard, but what exactly is a heatsink?
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I never thought a Microsoft Edge plugin could improve gaming. I was wrong
Better XCloud is a free plugin for Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome that promises to improve the visual quality and performance of games played via Xbox Cloud Gaming. It works!
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Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tip: Get 1.5 years of access for dirt cheap
Currently, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate costs $17 per month. But with this trick, you can get it at over 50 percent off for up to two years.
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5 creative ways to use a PC video capture card
Capture cards make it possible to transfer an external video source directly to your computer. Nowadays, they're affordable and easy to use.
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How to turn a USB flash drive into a portable gaming console
Here's how to turn a USB flash drive into a portable game console for next to nothing.
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Bluetooth 6 arrives: Meet its powerful next-gen features
Bluetooth 6.0 is on its way — and brings exciting new features with it. Here's everything you need to know.
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I'm a gaming headset expert. Here's how I judge audio quality
You can determine if a gaming headset is a winner for audio quality with just a few simple steps.
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16GB of RAM just doesn't cut it anymore for PC gaming. Here's why
16 GB RAM was long considered the standard for gaming PCs, but is increasingly not enough. nn
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Sick of your gaming laptop's awful battery life? Here's how to extend it
Gaming laptops aren't generally known for having long battery lives. But you don't have to put up with subpar battery life.
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Five quick methods to measure frames per second in PC games
The FPS counter is important for evaluating game performance and recognizing the need for upgrades. Numerous tools make using this counter easy.
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Buying a graphics card? These are the technical specs you need to know
When buying a new graphics card, there are numerous technical specifications to consider. In order to make the right decision, it's important to know and understand the relevant information.
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How GPU temperatures affect graphics card clock speeds
When installing a new graphics card, the question often arises as to which temperature ranges are considered normal and when it gets too hot.
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Building a PC? Take these 7 important measurements first
When building a PC, it is crucial to ensure that all components fit together. Before you start building, you should therefore take the following measurements.
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How to set up any controller for your Steam games
Controllers can be finicky things. But here we show you how to easily set up any controller for your Steam games.
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