ASUS VivoMini VC65-C1: Who is it good for? The ASUS VivoMini VC65-C1 is an excellent choice for those who: Want a small form factor computer that does not take much space Want a computer with many expandability options, especially concerning storage Want a computer for Office work, browsing the web and other regular daily activities Want to build a home entertainment system in their house, and want to use a Mini PC that can display videos in 4K Ultra HD resolutions...

TP-Link Deco M9 Plus: Who is it good for? This whole-home mesh WiFi system is a suitable choice for: Smart homes with diverse IoT devices that users want to manage from one mobile app Users who appreciate a pleasant design, and need discreet networking equipment that does not get in the way People who want to remote control their mesh WiFi system from a mobile app Secure smart homes with built-in anti-malware protection and intrusion prevention systems Owners of Alexa powered devices who want to voice control their home network Parents who desire excellent parental controls to protect their children online Flexible home networks where you often add or remove devices or coverage areas...

Unboxing The Canyon CND-SGM7 The mouse is shipped in a Canyon branded cardboard box with a photo of the product itself on the front and no details about the mouse whatsoever. The only information about the mouse on the front side of the box is the 3200 DPI GAMING MOUSE text on the left side of the box. It’s the back of the box where you’ll find the list of technical specifications in multiple languages....

What is the HyperX Cloud Alpha good at? The HyperX Cloud Alpha headset is good at: Offering great sound in games but also when listening to music Being comfortable and letting you play for many hours without feeling your head squeezed in The microphone is good at eliminating background noises while playing games Pros and cons There are quite a few good things to say about the HyperX Cloud Alpha headset:...

Unboxing the Razer DeathStalker Essential Razer packaged the DeathStalker Essential gaming keyboard in a box made from a cardboard that’s all painted glossy black, with lots of pictures and information printed on it. If you look at the top side of the box, you will see a large picture of the keyboard and a few of its main features. The back of the box showcases all the features that the DeathStalker Essential has to offer....

Unboxing the TP-Link Archer C7 AC1750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router TP-LINK’s Archer C7 comes in a green package which features a picture of the device on the front, as well as some of its most important specifications. On the back cover, you can find more detailed specifications, you can see all the ports that are available on this wireless router, as well as a comparison with other routers made by TP-Link....

Unboxing the TP-LINK M7300 mobile Wi-Fi router The packaging used for the TP-LINK M7300 LTE-advanced mobile Wi-Fi router is quite standard: on the front of the of the box you see a picture of the device and a list of its most important features. Inside the packaging you will find the router itself, the charger, the battery, a Micro USB cable, two SIM card adapters, the quick installation guide, the warranty, the license of the software on this device and other leaflets....

NOTE: The features shared in this article were first introduced in Windows 10 with Anniversary Update. However, some things have changed with the latest updates, and we updated the article accordingly. What is Cloud-delivered protection in Windows 10? According to Microsoft, “approximately 96% of all malware files detected and blocked by Windows Defender Antivirus are observed only once on a single computer, demonstrating the polymorphic and targeted nature of modern attacks, and the fragmented state of the threat landscape....

What is a workgroup? How is it different from a network domain? Computers on a network can be part of either a workgroup or a domain, and that changes how resources are managed on the network. Workgroups are small peer-to-peer local area networks, where each computer has its own set of rules and settings, managed by the administrator of that device, and a unique computer name in that workgroup. To easily access another computer from the same network and share resources with it, both computers must be part of the same workgroup....

What is a System on a Chip (SoC)? A System on a Chip (SoC) is an integrated circuit that encapsulates the necessary components of a computer or electronic system onto a single chip. SoC is the short term for System on a Chip. The first part of the term - System - says it’s all about a complex electronic assembly, while the last part - Chip - tells you that all the system components are squeezed together on a single integrated circuit....

NOTE: We’ve already explored in detail how to take Windows screenshots, if you want to read all about the built-in methods available in Windows 10 and Windows 11. In case you’re wondering how to find screenshots on other devices as well (iPhones, Android smartphones, Mac), check out our guide about screenshot locations. Where do print screens go on Windows? In both Windows 11 and Windows 10, there is more than one way to capture the screen, and you have to take that into account when trying to find out where screenshots are saved....

What you should know before changing the way Windows services start Before you start making changes, you should first create a system restore point. This way, if something does not work, you can always reverse the changes you made. If you need help doing that, check this guide: What is System Restore and how to create a restore point in Windows. It is also important to know that this article includes information about services found in Windows 10, Windows 7 and Windows 8....

Why a second edition? When I wrote the first edition, Windows 11 had just been released. Except for a new user interface, it wasn’t that much different from Windows 10. As a result, I started the book using the structure and most of the table of contents from Windows 10 All-in-One For Dummies, 4th Edition. The first edition of Windows 11 All-in-One For Dummies Windows 11 has changed a lot since its initial release....

Windows 8 Step by Step = One Year of Work Windows 8 Step by Step was a lengthy project in which many were involved, including myself and Marte Brengle, from our team. I wrote the book together with Joli Ballew - author, Microsoft MVP, and Windows expert. Boy, it was an awesome adventure. 😀 What You Can Find In Windows 8 Step by Step The book is for people who want to learn Windows 8 in a practical manner, with step by step exercises and without the usual computer jargon....

1. Video Editor (Windows 10 only) Windows 10 has a less known video editing tool that is one of the best replacements for Windows Movie Maker. It’s called Video Editor, and it is integrated with the Photos app. The best part about it is that it’s completely free, and built into Windows 10. The Video Editor lets you create video from the photos and videos that you select, add title cards, change text styles, trim, split, and rotate your videos....

1. Clean, touch-friendly design The latest iteration of the Settings app, found in Windows 10 with Anniversary Update is much better designed than all its previous versions. Microsoft invested a lot of effort into making the Settings app very usable, by using a clean and simple design, based mostly on using switches for turning the available settings On or Off. You’ll find the app easy to use both on touch and non-touch devices, due to the switches available everywhere and due to the fact that there are no useless visual adornments and all the major sections are logically organized....

1. The fastest browser in many benchmarks In terms of raw performance, Microsoft Edge is impressive. According to the JetStream benchmark , Microsoft Edge is the fastest browser on the market. We ran this test on each popular browser on a Windows 10 device and in the chart below you can see the results we got: Bigger scores are better and, as you can see, the Microsoft Edge browser is 24% faster than Google Chrome, which is the second in this test....

When choosing a new laptop, performance is king You may think that price is the most important aspect people consider when buying a new laptop. However, according to ASUS and a survey by KANTAR in 2019 with more than 11000 users in ten countries, performance is the number one criterion. In countries like the USA or Germany, 80% of respondents highlighted this feature as the essential factor in their purchase decision....

ASUS ROG Strix G17 G713: Who is it good for? The ASUS ROG Strix G17 G713 laptop is an excellent choice for: People who want a gaming laptop with an excellent price per performance ratio Those who long for a beautiful notebook with great design and RGB lighting Anyone who needs a modern laptop that can run Windows 11 and also intends to use it for productivity tasks Pros and cons There are many good things to say about the ASUS ROG Strix G17 G713QC model that we tested:...

ASUS VivoWatch SP: Who is it good for? This intelligent health tracker is a great choice for: Enthusiasts who want lots of data and statistics about their health and fitness Users who need some basic smartwatch features and notifications People looking for a fitness device with GPS tracking Pros and cons There are many things to like about the ASUS VivoWatch SP: Elegant watch-like design ECG and PPG sensors that offer lots of useful data about yourself Built-in GPS and altimeter ASUS HealthConnect app is a heaven for data-driven users Useful and discreet notifications You can use any 22-millimeter watch straps It charges relatively fast...