Computers

In an age when the vast majority of our lives revolve around our computers, when one gets a virus or is infected with malware, it can be devastating. So to mitigate such a disaster, here are some tips for keeping your computer alive, healthy, and virus free.

I recently received a trio of new ASUS laptops to test out. The first one I’m reviewing is the ASUS 555D. This a full-sized laptop at an affordable price point that’s aimed squarely at students and causal users.

 Are you looking to start a home-based business, but are worried about what it all entails, and more importantly, how much it will cost? While once it may have been quite an investment to create your own work environment in your abode, today, thanks to better and more inexpensive tech, running a home-based business is easier now than ever.

Wireless routers are the unsung heroes of the home Wi-Fi experience. We tend to buy them, set them up, then forget about them. Yet the performance of that network isn’t just a matter of the speed you get from your ISP, it has everything to do with that wireless router. If you haven’t updated yours in a few years or you’re lucky enough to have devices using the new 802.11ac Wi-Fi spec, it may be time for an upgrade. And the Linksys AC1900 Smart Wi-Fi wireless router would be a solid choice. After replacing my own wireless router with the Linksys for a week, I came away impressed with its performance and network management tools —and I don’t even have anything that takes advantage of its 802.11ac capabilities.

It doesn't matter if you're upgrading an old machine or building a new rig, let me show you how to choose the right CPU for your gaming PC.

 Calling the Linksys EA9500 router huge would be an understatement. Boasting 8 antennas, 8 ethernet ports and weighing about 4 pounds, this may be the biggest router on the market. Linksys claims it can stream up to 20 4K Videos simultaneously and with its Multi-Use MI-MUMO technology and prioritization features, it might just be the most comprehensive option out there. It was tasked to help me with my PC Gaming. How did it do? Read on to find out.

These days, “my dog ate it” won’t get you far. And with homework and projects increasingly taking the form of files instead of paper, having a backup strategy is critical. Here’s how to back up your school assignments so you won’t be hit by a digital disaster.

 UPS isn’t just a package delivery company, the acronym also stands for Uninterruptible Power Supply. And if you own a PC, it should be connected to a UPS. Here’s how a UPS works and why you need one.

When it comes to being hacked, most of us instinctively think of our computer and the internet. But did you know your PC’s wireless keyboard could be vulnerable to attack? It’s happened, and the results can be bad. That’s why you should ditch any older wireless keyboards you might have and upgrade to the security of one featuring Microsoft AES technology.

 Looking to pick up a PC that can support multiple displays without having to be upgraded or tweaked? If thats the case, then you’ll want to read on.