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Super fast 10Gbps internet edges one step closer to your home

The era of 10 gigabits per second (Gbps) internet has moved one step closer to reality, with Comcast announcing a test of record download and upload speeds.
An AMD RX 6000 graphics card with the Radeon branding.

AMD’s next-gen GPUs may deliver 130% performance jump

Details pertaining to AMD's upcoming Navi 31 GPUs have emerged, indicating that Team Red is pulling out all the stops for its next-gen graphics cards.
An Intel Arc Alchemist laptop with the Arc logo displayed.

Intel’s Arc Alchemist laptops will cost a small fortune

The first Intel Arc Alchemist laptops have started to appear on online U.S. retailers. However, the prices attached to these systems are raising some eyebrows.
Graphics card inside the Maingear Vybe.

Next-gen Nvidia GPUs may have AMD beat in one key way

Nvidia is said to be switching to TSMC's 4N process node for its next-gen RTX 40-series graphics cards, according to a new report.
A Nvidia RTX 3090 Ti sits on a silver table.

Popular Nvidia GPUs are edging closer to MSRP — here’s why

With availability for GPUs reaching pre-shortage level, prices for graphics cards continue to normalize too, with Nvidia's RTX 3060 approaching its MSRP.
ASRock's OC model of the Z690 Alder Lake motherboard.

These Alder Lake motherboards cost the same as some GPUs

ASRock has announced the prices for its Z690 Aqua motherboards, and they’re going to rival premium graphics cards in terms of cost.
A digital depiction of a laptop being hacked by a hacker.

Experts found a record number of zero-day hacks in 2021

Google has published the 2021 review of Project Zero, revealing a record number of zero-day exploits exhibited by some of the largest technology companies.
An AMD RX 6000 graphics card with the Radeon branding.

AMD’s RDNA 2 refresh prices emerge — and they’re ridiculous

AMD’s updated RDNA 2 GPUs are set to release soon, with online retailers beginning to list the boards on their sites. However, the costs are ridiculous.
Graphics card inside the Maingear Vybe.

Nvidia’s GPU restock could spell the end of the GPU shortage

The end of the GPU shortage may have finally arrived, with Nvidia confirming that stock levels for RTX 30-series GPUs have been significantly boosted.
Intel Arc Alchemist reference design render.

Intel’s Arc Alchemist desktop GPUs may be delayed once again

Intel’s desktop range for its Arc Alchemist graphics cards has apparently been delayed once again, according to a new report.
Person using Google on a laptop.

How to use pivot tables in Google Sheets

If you use Google Sheets regularly and want to refer to an abbreviated version of your data, then look no further than the pivot table. Here's how to use it.
A MacBook Pro displaying the Adobe Lightroom icon.

How to add presets to Lightroom

One of Lightroom's most useful features is its preset tool, allowing you to enhance an image’s appearance. Our guide shows how to add presets to Lightroom.
A render of Intel Arc Alchemist chip.

Despite launch, Intel’s Arc Alchemist GPUs aren’t available

Intel recently launched its highly anticipated Arc Alchemist GPUs, albeit for laptops, but it seems the discrete video cards have vanished into thin air.
A MacBook owner using Google Sheets.

How to highlight duplicates in Google Sheets

If you’ve added the same data more than once by mistake on a spreadsheet or you’re simply looking to find duplicate data, Google Sheets lets you highlight them.
Nvidia RTX 3090 Ti in a PC build.

Underclocking an RTX 3090 Ti produces impressive results

There has been some concern surrounding the RTX 3090 Ti's power consumption levels, but when running at 300 watts, it becomes a fairly efficient graphics card.
An AMD RX 6000 graphics card with the Radeon branding.

AMD’s next-gen GPUs will ‘decimate’ Nvidia’s entire lineup

As we approach the arrival of Nvidia and AMD’s next-gen graphics cards, more details for the GPUs have begun to emerge.
Person using Google on a laptop.

How to search in Google Sheets

If you’re working on spreadsheets via Google Sheets, then knowing how to search in Google Sheets can make your work a lot easier.
AMD RX 6600 among other graphics cards.

GPU prices are now the lowest they’ve been in months

Prices for graphics cards are continuing to drop, with Nvidia and AMD boards finally edging closer to their manufacturer’s suggested retail price.
A person works at a station equipped with the all new Mac Studio and Studio Display.

Apple has bad news on how the Studio Display works with PCs

Apple’s recently announced Studio Display has been confirmed to be compatible with PCs, but Windows users won’t be able to make use of all the features.
An AMD Radeon RX 6000-Series graphics card in front of a black and red background.

AMD’s RDNA 2 GPU refresh may be just around the corner

The rumored refresh of the RDNA 2 Radeon RX 6000 series of GPUs may be set to launch as soon as next month, according to a new report.
An SSD data port.

World’s first 200TB SSD is nearly here, but you can’t use it

The era of 200TB solid-state drives (SSD) appears to be on the horizon, with a successor to the world’s largest SSD confirmed to be in development.
A compressed air can being aimed towards the inside of a PC to remove dust.

How to clean the inside of your desktop PC

Not cleaning your PC can slow your system's performance down when heat dust and heat begin to build up. Let’s take a look at how to clean your desktop PC.
Three graphics cards on a gray background.

GPU shipments soared in 2021, but getting one was impossible

The GPU shortage and the inflated prices for graphics cards had no impact on the industry’s shipment volume during 2021, according to a new report.
A digital depiction of an AMD Ryzen 5000G chip.

AMD app may be changing your CPU settings behind your back

An AMD graphics driver is seemingly capable of modifying a PC CPU’s BIOS settings, even though such an action was not initiated by the system owner.
10th Gen Intel Core processor on a motherboard.

Six-core CPUs finally overtake quad-core processors on Steam

Six-core processors have overtaken quad-core chips as the most popular type of CPU for PC gamers, according to the latest Steam Hardware Survey.
A Dell laptop with Windows 10 sitting on a desk.

How to disable Microsoft OneDrive

If you don't like or need Microsoft OneDrive, you can just get rid of it. Here's how to disable Microsoft OneDrive.
A Nvidia RTX 3090 Ti sits on a silver table.

Prices for Nvidia’s RTX 3090 Ti GPU are out of control

The 3090 Ti was immediately sold out upon its launch earlier this week. As a result, the GPU's aftermarket price is now reaching the $3,000 mark.
A render of Intel's Arc Alchemist desktop GPU.

This could be our first peek at Intel’s new secret GPU

Intel may have inadvertently revealed technical specifications for the flagship model of its upcoming Arc Alchemist desktop GPU lineup, the Arc A780.
A designer editing a photo (Photoshop) via an image editing program on a PC.

How to outline text in Photoshop

Among the most useful tools in Photoshop is its Stroke feature, which you can use to apply an outline border to text. Here's how to outline text in Photoshop.
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How to merge layers in Photoshop

To make managing big and complicated Photoshop creations easier, knowing how to merge layers in Photoshop can be really helpful.
A photographers computer with a PC in the background, which has an image editing program (Photoshop) open.

How to clear a scratch disk in Photoshop

Without managing Photoshop's Scratch Disk properly, it can become full and cause it to malfunction. Here's how to clear a scratch disk in Photoshop.
An editor working on a desktop.

How to blend in Photoshop

Among the tools provided by Photoshop is the blend feature, which can enhance an image in terms of its appearance. Here’s a guide on how to blend in Photoshop.
Eaton 5S1500LCD UPS Battery Backup.

Not even your PC’s power supply is safe from hackers

Hackers have managed to find a way to successfully gain access to uninterruptable power supply (UPS) computer systems, according to a report from CISA.
Nvidia RTX 3090 Ti in a PC build.

RTX 3090 Ti could consume an unheard of 1.2KW of power

A previous leak pertaining to certain Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 Ti GPUs requiring a massive 1,200 watts of power has become a reality.
A digital depiction of a laptop being hacked by a hacker.

Here’s the major mistake one LAPSUS$ hacking victim made

Okta raised eyebrows after confirming it was targeted by hackers long after the breach occurred. The digital security firm now admits it made a mistake.
RTX 3080 graphics cards among other GPUs.

GPU prices are crashing, could return to normal within weeks

It seems the GPU market may finally normalize in the coming weeks, with board costs continuing to approach their manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP).
A custom Nvidia RTX 3090 Ti GPU unit.

Third-party Nvidia 3090 Ti GPUs are absolutely massive

Custom models of Nvidia’s soon-to-be-released flagship graphics card, the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, have been pictured -- and they're absolutely massive.
A graphic designer using an image editing program.

How to resize an image in Photoshop

Photoshop is an extremely versatile program, and one of its most commonly used features is its resize tool. Here’s how to resize an image in Photoshop.