Computers, Laptops & Tablets

 Not all monitors are created equal, and in fact, some monitors are now designed for very specific purposes. The BenQ SW2700PT 27″ colour monitor is designed specifically for photographers and video editors. Does it live up to this lofty goal? What other features make it stand out in this space? Read on to find out all that you can expect with this monitor and maybe learn just a little of what you didn’t expect.

 Laptops continue to be some of the best and most useful grad gifts around. Whether someone is moving on to a new major, new career, or is starting out as an entrepreneur, here are five of the best laptops to consider today.

 Keyboards are often the most common peripheral we have connected to our computers and yet a lot of us don’t really give them a second thought when it  comes to what we have connected to our computers. Perhaps the one that came with your computer is just not good enough, certainly if you plan on doing any gaming on your machine. This article explores the details of why you might want to consider a better keyboard for yourself and some of the common things to look for.    

 When you hear the name Hewlett-Packard, you might think business. As in business PCs. Durable, competent but maybe a bit on the boring side. However, HP has a wild side and there’s nowhere it’s shown off more than with the new HP ENVY Phoenix gaming PC. I had the time to test one out and the ENVY Phoenix blew away my perceptions of what HP is capable of.

 Gamers love mechanical keyboards like the Razer BlackWidow Expert. The precision of mechanical switches is a big advantage in high stakes video games, but you don’t have to be fighting off a pack of feral ghouls in Far Harbor to appreciate what mechanical keyboards have to offer. In fact, I use one every day where it is unbeatable at the decidedly more mundane task of writing.

They did the work, got the grades, and walked down the aisle to receive their diplomas: Your grad has earned an upgrade to their digital life, and a tablet is the perfect gift. But which one is the right one? And what accessories are essential to get the most out of the experience?

 If you’re at all curious about setting up a multiple display workstation to help you spread out your work and entertainment across multiple screens then today is your day as we take a look at the basics to get you started.

 You may not know how to keep your computer protected from malware and viruses. You may not be aware that is something you need to do no matter what type of computer you have. You may even not be aware of what those things are in the first place. Don’t worry. Today we’ll take a look at some basic steps you can take to get your system secure.

 Choosing a router sometimes isn’t easy, and one of the main reasons why is assessing how one might be better than another. Another reason is how the one you choose will improve or enhance your home network. The Linksys EA7500 is a smart router that doesn’t look as flashy as others on the market, but is still outfitted with high-end performance and some future-proofing in mind.

 Like most people, I was initially confounded by the switch to USB Type-C. The new charging and connectivity platform is appearing in newer smartphones, tablets and notebook PCs as a way to make devices sleeker, more versatile and help them to charge a lot faster. Is this really the one port to rule them all?