Computers, Laptops & Tablets

One of the key features of your laptop is its compact, portable form factor. Open it up and you have a fully functional, self-contained PC, complete with a built-in monitor. Snap the lid closed and you can scoop it up and take it anywhere. So why would you want to add a second display? Doesn’t that defeat the purpose? Actually, an external monitor is one of the best additions you can make to any laptop, and it’s a useful addition to a desktop PC as well.

Cloud computing may be a new concept for many consumers, but it has played a huge part in many of our day-to-day interactions with technology and each other for some time now. Here’s how to set up a personal cloud and what one needs to consider.  

Once you have got the basic PC accessories you need, this article may give you a few ideas that can improve your computing experience even more.

April 11 may not show up as a significant date on your calendar, but if you’re a Windows fan, you’ve probably pencilled it in yourself. On April 11, Microsoft began the process of rolling out the new Windows 10 Creators update. Time to get ready!

Surface Book 2 is the ultimate 2-in-1 and would make a great gift for someone who needs a powerful laptop, landing it on our 12 Days of Christmas gifts.

Pocket printers are perfect gift options for the holiday season, ideal for everyone from teens and tweens to scrapbooking parents.

It’s nearly that time of year once again. Christmas tree decorations are coming down, New Year’s resolutions are being made and tech journalists are focused on Las Vegas. It’s time for CES 2016 and that means a parade of cool new gear to look forward to. CES isn’t all prototypes or stupidly expensive luxury items, although those do photograph well. Want proof? Here’s a selection of laptops and computer gear that made their debut at last year’s CES and then arrived at Best Buy in 2015.

Hands on with the Linksys Velop AX4200 Wi-Fi 6 whole home mesh system, combining the benefits of Wi-Fi 6 with the smarts and coverage of mesh.

The Netgear Nighthawk X6 is the Wi-Fi router you stream gaming or video content, or you are competing with dozens of other devices for Wi-Fi bandwidth.

If you want to start a heated discussion among the IT crowd, what kind of computer is better for Internet security is one of the those flashpoint questions that’s guaranteed to get a reaction. There are some very strong opinions and preferences that are bound to come out. I’ve been part of many such conversations at the corporate, personal and research level, and the fact is that the hardware you choose can impact your online computer security. Here’s what you need to know.