AMD's launch arrives on the heels of Intel's 14th-gen vPro platform, which also offers desktop and mobile parts. The difference is that Intel launched its vPro refresh based upon the "Raptor Lake Refresh" architecture, which lacks AI; AMD's Ryzen Pro 8000 series is relatively consistent across both its mobile and desktop offerings. However, not every new Ryzen Pro 8000 mobile or desktop chip includes AI support.
If you've been following our coverage of AMD's Ryzen 8000 mobile CPUs and AMD's corresponding Ryzen 8000 desktop processors, AMD's latest chip lineups shouldn't be surprising. AMD's latest Ryzen Pro 8000 processors pretty much overlap its consumer offerings, with the Ryzen 9 Pro 8945HS (8 cores, 16 threads, boosting from 4.0GHz to 5.2GHz) on down. AMD's Ryzen Pro 8000 desktop processors are similar, with the Ryzen 8700G (8 cores, 16 threads, boosting from 4.2GHz to 5.1GHz) at the top of the stack. All of the new processors are 4nm parts, based on AMD's Zen 4 architecture.
What's new? Some of AMD's Ryzen Pro 8000 desktop chips now offer Ryzen AI, a competitive advantage that AMD is pushing hard. (AMD's existing Ryzen 8000 desktop lineup supports Ryzen AI.) The Ryzen Pro lineup now also offers "E" versions, which red
Can you use a TV as a monitor?
You've probably already got a big screen in your house, though—a TV. At the end of the day, isn't an HDTV just a giant, living-room-oriented computer monitor?
Not exactly. While you can use a TV as a computer monitor in most cases, that doesn't mean it's the best option. In fact, it's likely less attractive, convenient, and usable than you think (not to mention, probably not that cheap). There's a reason dirt-cheap 32-inch HDTVs aren't flying off the shelves to be used as budget-friendly jumbo screens.
You definitely can use an HDTV as your PC's display, though, and your television can also work in a pinch if you suddenly need a second screen. Here's everything you need to know about how to set up a TV as a computer monitor—and why you might not want to.
How to use a TV as a monitor
You can use a TV as a monitor, but it could take a little finagling. You may need a special cable, depending on your PC's outputs and your HDTV's inputs, and you'll need to check a couple of settings, but you shouldn't have too much trouble hooking most modern PCs up to most modern HDTVs.
Modern HDTVs have HDMI outputs. Some older HDTVs have DVI inputs, and some even have VGA inputs specifically designated
Microsoft had been denying Windows 10 computers with an 11th-generation Intel Core Processor and Intel SST driver version 10.29.0.5152 or 10.30.0.5152 (the SST stands for "Smart Sound Technology") the upgrade to Windows 11 since November 2021. With this hardware driver combination, recurring blue screens of death could occur after installing Windows 11.
This TCL tablet is powered by a MediaTek Kompanio 800T Octa-Core 5G chipset and has 4GB of RAM, supporting smooth multitasking and giving you access to the 5G network. It runs on Android 12, efficiently running apps and giving you an intuitive interface to work seamlessly on the 10.1" FHD NXTVISION display. Plus, with a powerful 8,000mAh battery with built-in Battery Saver mode, you can easily stay on all through your workday.
Stay connected and work efficiently from anywhere. For a limited time, you can get the TCL Tab 10 5G Android Tablet for 51% off $249 at just $119.99.
While I have no intention of actually watching them — oy, the embarrassment — I recently received the original tapes from my parents and felt like they were worth preserving in a more enduring form than VHS. I was able to do it for cheap thanks to my USB capture card, which I originally bought to take screenshots of streaming devices for my TechHive column on cord cutting but which continues to have all kinds of other neat uses.
Below, I'll walk through how to digitize your own VHS tapes or camcorder footage using the same methods, plus a few extra tricks that might make a USB capture card worth considering.
This column first appeared in Advisorator, Jared's weekly tech advice newsletter. Sign up to get free tech tips every Tuesday.
The hardware
The USB capture card is a thumb-sized device with an HDMI input on one side and a USB plug on the other. Connect the capture card to your computer's USB port, then hook up any device with HDMI output, and you can record that device's video using a free program called OBS (mor
Rated 4.7/5 stars on GetApp, Microsoft 365 helps everyone in the family can become more productive and better organized. Everyone will have Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote, so whether you're a real-life professional or a student, you'll have the tools you need to succeed. Plus, the deal includes 6TB of OneDrive storage space, with a personal accessible vault for each person.
Get the whole family working smarter with a Microsoft 365 Family
Here are the best gaming monitors of 2023 so far. If you aren't sold on a gaming monitor, check out our recommendations for the best monitors overall or our roundup of the best 4K monitors for additional options.
Updated April 15, 2024: Check out our review of the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM. It's another excellent 32-inch 4K QD-OLED monitor. It doesn't quite match the top Alienware displays in HDR, but it does excel in connectivity.
The new VPN, built entirely in-house by DuckDuckGo, promises not to log any user data and will run right in the DuckDuckGo browser — a standalone VPN app is not currently available. The VPN will allow for up to five simultaneous device connections, with 13 server locations in the U.S., Europe, and Canada. It will also exclusively use the open-source WireGuard protocol for all connections, which is a great choice as it's still the fastest and most secure protocol. DuckDuckGo plans to expand its VPN in the future adding more servers and country locations as well.
Subscribers to Privacy Pro can also take advantage of a personal data removal feature that will "scan dozens of these sites for your info and, if found, request its removal, even handling back-and-forth confirmation emails for you automatically behind the scenes." It will even continue this process, re-scanning websites regularly to help minimize the risk of your data reappearing. Users will be able to view the personal data that the service has already removed at any time from their browser.
To complete the trifecta of privacy features, Privacy Pro will include an ad
It's been about two years since Midjourney ushered in AI art, consisting of art generated entirely from scratch as well as "inpainting" and "outpainting." Outpainting attracted attention because AI art was being used to essentially extend the boundaries of photographs and paintings, creating a plausible addition to what wasn't there. Now Adobe is doing the same with Premiere Pro.
On Monday, Adobe showed off a video version of what it calls Generative Fill, the same technique that it uses for Adobe Photoshop and its Adobe Firefly generative AI art. "Crop" a photo outside of its boundaries and Photoshop will extend it. You can also remove or replace an element in a photo like swapping a crown for a baseball cap.
Generative AI within Premiere Pro will do the same thing, Adobe said. In the demonstration video shown below, Adobe is showing how Premiere will allow an editor to select (via its Magic Lasso) an object in a scene and remove it from the entire clip across multiple frames. Likewise, an editor will be able to use the AI-powered Generative Fill and "extend" the scene as well. In the demonstration, the extension applies to a calm, focused shot of a single individual and I would assume that it will be most effective in this use as well. Adding complex motion or transitions will be far more difficult. It's not clear whether Adobe has that capability as yet.
Many SSDs come in a 2.5-inch form factor and connect to your PC via the same SATA port used by a traditional hard drive. But tiny NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) "gumstick" SSDs that fit in an M.2 connection on a modern motherboard are becoming increasingly common, along with blazing-fast PCIe 4.0 (and now 5.0) solid-state drives for compatible PCs; you'll even find SSDs that sit on a PCIe adapter and slot into your motherboard like a graphics card or sound card. No, picking the perfect SSD isn't as simple as it used to be.
Why you should trust us: It's in our name, PCWorld. Our reviewers have been testing PC hardware for decades. Our storage evaluations are thorough and rigorous, testing the limits of every product — from performance benchmarks to the practicalities of regular use. As PC users ourselves, we know what makes a product stand out. Only the best SSDs make this list. For more about our testing process, scroll to the bottom of this article
See also PCWorld's guide to the best external drives if you're strictly looking for a por
The MSI MEG 342C is comparable to other 34-inch OLED monitors from Dell and Samsung, with a standard 3440×1440 resolution and a subtle 1800R curve to its panel. With a 175Hz refresh rate and a lightning-fast .03ms response time, it's ready to tackle even the fastest multiplayer games with the perfect blacks and vibrant colors that OLED brings to the table.
Other highlights of the spec list include DisplayPort 1.4 and double HDMI 2.1, plus USB-C video and four extra USB-A ports for accessories. An integrated KVM switch can handle multiple machines in picture-by-picture or picture-in-picture mode. The screen supports AMD FreeSync and VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400 and, naturally, it includes a little RGB bling around the back.
MSI includes "OLED Care" features to prevent burn-in with pixel shifting, refreshing, and automatic dimming on static screens. It also comes with a three-year warranty that explicitly covers burn-in. The regular price is $999 and this "limited time offer" from MSI's US store doesn't have a specific expiration date, so get an order in quickly if you're ready to buy.
The Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Xtreme X Ice is the base of this monument to excess. The motherboard is compatible with Intel 13th- and 14th-gen Core processors, naturally, but that's just the meat and potatoes here. Above the primary I/O panel is a tiny LCS screen, displaying temperatures and fan speeds by default.
The connector provides a 12-volt DC connection with at least one ampere to ensure that sufficient power is provided to the entire system to adequately cool the chip.
Despite the almost identical function, there are some differences between CPU OPT and CPU FAN. CPU OPT does not check whether a connection exists before the system is booted. In contrast, the system reports an error and refuses to boot completely if there is no connection to CPU FAN.
CPU OPT only supplies power to the connected device, while CPU FAN both supplies power and communicates with the motherboard's BIOS or UEFI system to provide statistical data.
You can connect multiple devices to CPU OPT by using a splitter or hub, while CPU FAN only requires one connection for the cooler itself.
This is the recent reality for many in the U.S. after certain states have passed age-verification laws for adult websites. In March of this year, the popular adult site PornHub went dark in Texas in order to protest new strict laws imposed by the state requiring just such verifications, following similar standoffs in other states.
Fortunately, getting around site-specific geographical restrictions is easy enough with the right VPN. Below you'll find more info about these new laws, how to use a VPN to access mature content, and why you should use a VPN no matter what websites you visit.
What are age-verification laws and why do they matter?
Synchronization ensures that content is always up to date wherever you are. Photos, screenshots, and other files can be backed up automatically, files can be shared, browser settings and passwords can be synchronized, as well as — at least with Microsoft OneDrive — system and app settings.
In this article, we will discuss how to use text recovery converter in Word 2013, 2016, 2019, and the newest 2021. We'll also offer a detailed alternative solution - apply the EaseUS file repair tool to solve the Word corruption. Read on to find repair tutorials in this passage!
What is the text recovery converter?
A text recovery converter in Microsoft Office Word is a built-in tool that helps recover lost or corrupted text files. With this Word text recovery converter, you may restore damaged or unreadable documents to a readable format by extracting the text from them.
This Word feature can be very helpful when a document becomes corrupted due to a system breakdown, power outage, or another technical problem.
After learning what the text recovery converter is, you should know that there are different ways to find this utility in different MS Word versions.
How to use text recovery converter Word to repair corrupted Word
The C drive, also the system drive, is the main hard disk partition that contains the Windows Operating System, system-related files, settings, installed applications, logs, and other related data.
However, as it is used longer, the system disk (C drive) will store more data and gradually wear out. As your system drive is full and its storage reaches its limit, you must replace it with a new system disk to expand the capacity.
How to copy and transfer only C drive to a new SSD if you don't want to reins
With this bundle, you'll upgrade to the latest Windows operating system, complete with productivity and security enhancements for the hybrid working world. You'll improve your workflow with the Microsoft Office suite and have powerful visualization and project management tools at your disposal. It's a complete program suite that can help any professional level up their productivity and efficiency. And you don't have to pay any monthly fees.
This 15-course bundle is taught by IDUNOVA, an online training provider with more than 20 years of experience in the industry. From CompTIA IT Fundamentals (FC0-U61) and CompTIA A Core to Network , Cloud Essentials , Project , and many more, IDUNOVA gives you hands-on, practical training to help you pass a wide range of certification exams to minimize your number of atte\mpts.
Kickstart a career in IT with The Complete 2024 CompTIA Course Super Bundle by IDUNOVA. From 4/8 through 11:59 pm PT on 4/16, you can get this extensive bund
This three-part bundle includes non-expiring licenses to three powerful tools: PCmover Professional, DiskImage, and SafeErase. PCmover Professional is an intuitive PC-to-PC moving tool that allows you to safely transfer everything from one PC to the next. It works automatically, but if you ever need help, you can get free transfer assistance 24/7. DiskImage gives you extra peace of mind by making an exact replica of your hard drive so you can reproduce it later, while SafeErase allows you to safely delete any old files you don't want for good.
Migrate PCs like a pro. Through April 16th only, you can get this PC Transfer Kit Bu
Rated 4.9/5 stars by verified purchasers, Visio gives you tools to create flowcharts, diagrams, seating charts, org charts, brainstorms, floor plans, and much more. With more than 250,000 objects to choose from and myriad pre-made templates, it's a powerful tool to help you convey complicated information in a more visual manner. You don't need a Microsoft 365 subscription to use it and, this week only, you can get it for an unbeatable price.
Get Microsoft's top diagramming tool for a major discount. Now through 11:59 pm PT on 4/16, you can get Microsoft Visio Professional 2021 for Windows for just $23.99 (reg. $249) with promo code ENJOY20.
Rated 4.3/5 stars by verified purchasers, both of these versions of Office include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote, giving you a comprehensive suite of tools to accomplish everything from creating documents and crunching numbers to streamlining communications. With the Windows edition, you'll also get Publisher and Access, as well as the ribbon-based interface that allows you to access all tools and customizations with ease.
Give your workflows a boost with Microsoft Office. Now through 11:59 pm PT on April 16, you can get Microsoft Office in two editions for a great price:
WD is showing off the 4TB SanDisk Extreme PRO SDUC UHS-I memory card this week (with a bit more capacity than the image at the top of this story) at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) show, which caters to broadcasters and content creators.
WD isn't saying that the new 4TB card will cost. Anandtech, which noticed the announcement, said that the card uses the UHS-I bus at Speed Class 10. WD's SD card is also rated to meet Video Speed Class V30, supporting a minimal sequential write speed of 30 MB/s, which is believed to be good enough for 8K video recording.
the best portable ssd for most people
Crucial X9 Pro
The first misconception to dispel is that chiplets are a new idea. In fact they've been around for decades — IBM was making them as far back as the '80s, albeit in six-figure hardware for industrial customers. The basic idea is that you can separate functions of a processor into different individual chips for better performance. "Like the McDLT," says Will, "so the hot stays hot and the cool stays cool."
Now chip makers like AMD and Intel are applying this idea to the CPU itself, isolating disparate components to different parts of the die, like the much-vaunted NPUs that are making everything an "AI PC" this year. The platonic ideal of this concept is an open standard, where you can have primary compute cores from one company with an integrated GPU from another company and a memory controller from another, all working harmoniously on a single standard.
Manufacturers go to great pains to design specialist devices that give players an edge, with enhancements like unique body sizes and shapes, customizable weight, and extra grips to increase speed and accuracy. On top of that, the best gaming mice have unique hardware enhancements like highly sensitive sensors and complex button configurations to keep up with fast-paced games.
Deciding on the right mouse is a highly personal decision that needs careful consideration. Factors like the size and shape of your hand, your preferred grip style, the types of games you play, and the number of buttons you need, are all factors in your quest for the best gaming mouse.
Why you should trust us? PCWorld has delivered in-depth product reviews and news going on 40 years now. Our reviewers aren't just peripheral geeks, they're also avid gamers on a mission to find the best gaming gear for themselves. Because of that they know the ins and outs of gaming gear, what's good and what's not.
Every mouse we review is put through a rigorous testing process by our expert reviewers. We appraise everything from the device's comfort, and reliability, to its performance in games. We also compare each product to competitors to sum up whether or not they represent value for money. See our article on how we test gaming mice for more details.
Updated April 4, 2024 to include the Alienware Pro Wireless
The Dragonfly Pro is HP's premiere consumer laptop design, boasting a sleek .72-inch-thin body made of aluminum and magnesium with a bright 14-inch IPS touchscreen standard. But it's also a surprisingly practical machine. While it's a bit heavier than other laptops in this category at 2.42 pounds, it's packing some serious tech thanks to a Ryzen 7 CPU, a roomy 16GB of DDR5 RAM, and 512GB of SSD storage.
HP didn't skimp on the trim, either. Reviewer Brendan Nystedt was impressed by the laptop's great speakers and solid battery life, and it has a 5-megapixel webcam with infrared sensors for Windows Hello face unlocking. If the laptop has a weakness, it's port selection: Three USB-C ports are flexible on their own, but a lack of USB-A, dedicated video-out, and a headphone jack mean you'll probably want to travel with a USB-C dongle in your bag.
B&H Photo's sale doesn't have an end date, which means that it's probably limited to a select number of units on-hand. This is a killer sale on a killer laptop, so if you're interested, grab it before this deal disappears.
If you're feeling totally lost, don't worry-we did the hard work for you. The laptops below have been personally tested and vetted by members of the PCWorld team, so you know you're getting a good machine. Just note that laptop prices can fluctuate, so our picks below may occasionally go over $1,000. For more recommendations on gaming laptops, see our roundup of the best gaming laptops across all prices, or take a look at our roundup of the best laptop deals.
Why you should trust us: Hey, it's in our name! PCWorld prides itself on laptop experience and expertise. We've been covering PCs since 1983, and we now review more than 70 laptops every year. All of the picks below have been personally tested and vetted by our experts, who've applied not only performance benchmarks but rigorous usability standards. We're also committed to reviewing PC laptops at every price point to help you find a machine that matches your budget.
Updated April 12, 2024: We updated our list of recently reviewed laptops, which lives
So sayeth an email that arrived in my inbox last night, informing me that Google One will be "phasing out two benefits." The service is no longer offering free shipping for photo prints — which admittedly I never even thought about using — and the One VPN that comes with my $1.99 a month 200GB storage plan. Google says it'll be gone sometime later this year, though precisely when wasn't shared.
Why? According to a Google representative speaking to 9to5Google, the company is shutting down the VPN because "people simply weren't using it." I'm not willing to take that statement on faith, though. I'd wager that there's a far more mercurial calculation going on behind the scenes, because the multi-device VPN perk that came with my $2 subscription is far less expensive than a lot of the competitors out there.
Google One VPN is the company's latest app or service to get the unceremonious axe. While it's true that most of the things Google offers to consumers are free, it still feels like you're dating someone with a heartbreaker reputation every time you try a new one. I had more than a dozen feeds in Google Podcasts, all wonderfully organized and auto-streaming…and
This particular model is nearly borderless, which means you're getting a good amount of screen. It also measures 22-inches-a good size if you plan on doubling up for a dual screen setup, something that's certainly achievable at this rock-bottom price. That's the size of my own monitors and I've still got plenty of desk space to spare.
The Samsung T350 has a resolution of 1920×1080 and a refresh rate of 75Hz. Sure, we've seen higher resolution displays, but 1080p is well-suited to day-to-day tasks as well as some gaming. Whether you're watching a video or playing a game, the 75Hz refresh rate should keep things looking nice and smooth. AMD's FreeSync technology is also built-in, which resolves stuttering issues by synchronizing the monitor's refresh rate with your PC's GPU. This is good news if you play faster-paced games.
Overall, this is a solid monitor, especially at this price. Don't miss out, folks.
A free VPN can be an attractive option for people seeking a no-cost solution to their anonymity and security concerns. But beyond the appeal of not having to pay for the service, free VPNs can come with serious drawbacks or even hazardous data collection practices.
To help you make the right decision with your VPN and keep you safe and secure online, I'll cover what you can expect to get with a free VPN, the pros and cons of free vs. paid, and what free options are worth considering.
What do you get with a free VPN?
Included features with free VPNs can vary widely. Some will impose myriad restrictions; only offering a laughably low data limit, one or two server options, or speed constraints. These are oftentimes free versions of popular paid services that want to draw in users and entice them to upgrade in the future. Other free VPNs will provide no such restrictions, but will hoover up user data and sell it in order to continually fund the service.
PDF Reader Pro is an all-in-one PDF office, allowing you to edit, convert, annotate, manage, password protect, redact, and much more all in a single tool. You can edit texts and images without having to convert the document to a different file type, process PDFs in batches when you add watermarks, headers, and footers, encrypt PDFs, and so much more. Creating fillable forms or getting e-signatures is easy, while the OCR tech lets you extract text and convert scanned documents into editable, searchable PDF files.
Find out why PDF Reader Pro for Windows has earned 4.5/5-star ratings on Capterra, Software Advice, and Get App, and a 4.7/5-st
Here, I'm going to break down some of the key features you should be paying attention to when you're shopping for a new gaming laptop in 2024. The market has changed a lot, and making the right calls can make a big difference between getting a laptop that's still kicking years from now and winding up with one that won't even meet your demands today.
The advantage: You don't have to install anything and no changes are made to the Windows configuration — the live system therefore leaves no traces: If you remove the DVD or USB stick, your PC will boot the permanently installed operating system, such as Windows 10 or 11, after the restart.
If, on the other hand, you want to try out Linux Mint (or another operating system) properly and also install applications, then a virtual computer may be the better choice as a first step.
This seven-course bundle is offered by Packt Publishing. You'll cover the very basics of Python so even if you're new to coding, you'll build a foundation from the start. From there, you'll delve into boot camps on using Python for software engineering, machine learning, and more through practical, hands-on projects that will help fortify your learning. Before you know it, you'll be coding like a pro.
Learn Python a practical, usable way. From 4/8 through 11:59 pm PT on 4/16, you can get The 2024 Python for Softwa
Microsoft Project Professional is Microsoft's leading project management software, loaded with tools and templates to help you successfully manage any project, no matter how complicated.
From timelines and what-if scenarios to payroll tracking, task assignments, and much more, Project Professional makes it easy to manage the broad strokes and minute details of any project. Plus, you can sync with Project Online, Project Server, and other Microsoft products like Office LTSC and Office 2021 to streamline operations across the organization.
Find out why Microsoft Project Professional 2021 for Windows has earned 4.4/5 stars on both GetApp
Reddit user Woopinah9 reported that Microsoft pushed a full-page advertisement for Windows 11 to his Windows 10 PC while he was working. The problem? Even the ad acknowledged that the PC was ineligible to upgrade. The implicit message was that the user needed to buy a new PC.
Here's the situation right now: Windows 10 will reach the end of support on October 14, 2025. Consumers will be offered extended support to allow them to go past that, but Microsoft hasn't said how much it will charge. Businesses will need to pay $61 per year. And the mess that was (and is) Windows 11's hardware requirements means that there will be a few users who will fall through the cracks, as the Reddit user obviously has.
So what are users supposed to do? A whole host of Reddit commenters noted the contradiction: Microsoft is encouraging them to upgrade to the latest cool thing, then telling them they can't have it. In some sense, this is the same message the PC industry delivers with each new gene
(Note: This trick was last confirmed as working on April 11, 2024. Also, codes for select countries will not stack any longer—see news update below.)
This deal isn't quite as good as before: Before July 6, 2023, you could lock up to three years at 63 percent off. When Xbox Game Pass Ultimate first launched, early adopters discovered that if you activated one month of Game Pass Ultimate on an account, it converted existing Xbox Live Gold and standard Xbox Game Pass subscriptions to Ultimate at a 1:1 rate. Any prepaid time up to the maximum of three years got the upgrade.
But things have changed. After Microsoft's price hike on Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate, the conversion rate got nerfed to a 3:2 ratio. You'll now pay about $8.20 per month using this conversion hack. Not as good as $5 per month (the old deal), but still much cheaper than list price for Ultimate ($17/month) or even PC Game Pass ($10/month
Why you should trust us: Hey, it's in our name! PCWorld prides itself on laptop experience and expertise. We've been covering PCs since 1983, and now review more than 70 laptops every year. All of the picks below have been personally tested and vetted by our experts, who've applied not only performance benchmarks but rigorous usability standards. We're also committed to reviewing PC laptops at every price point to help you find a machine that matches your budget.
Looking for great laptop deals? Check out our regularly updated list of the best mainstream, gaming, and 2-in-1 laptop deals.
Updated April 11, 2024: We replaced the Best Overall pick with the Dell Inspiron 14 Plus and the Best OLED Display pick with the Asus Zenbook 14 OLED. The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus offers reliable performance as well as exceptional battery life while the Asus Zenbook 14 OLED features an attractive OLED display for under $1,000. We've also updated our list of recently reviewed laptops.
The thing is, I'm not sure how long it will be as great as it is right now. So: Udio.com. Click on it. Start using it. It's free! For now, anyway.
Udio works like an AI art generator. You can either specify a prompt and let Udio do all the heavy lifting, from music to lyrics, or get as detailed as you want. Did I mention that there are lyrics? And vocals? Yes, Udio will even sing the lyrics for you, in voices that sound incredibly realistic and even emotional. Each "song" is generated as a 30-second clip, but you have the option of extending it with extra time, and even intros and outros. The maximum length of the song is short, though: about 90 seconds, Udio says.
Unlike some AI art generators, Udio seems at least vaguely aware of copyright; you can't ask it to sing Frank Sinatra's "My Way" (or any song, actually) in the vocals of Taylor Swift. But there doesn't seem to be any prohibition against taking the "My Way" lyrics and writing a drum-and-bass song around them, if you want.
But how do you decide on what's right for you specifically? The following guide will help. Here we give you a comprehensive rundown of how we test gaming mice at PCWorld. It's a thorough process, so buckle up!
What we test in gaming mice
The design and comfort
For the uninitiated, a gaming mouse is just that — a gaming mouse. But peripheral geeks know better. Gaming mice come in varying shapes and configurations and with different features. Those things dictate how you can hold them, which games they're good for, and even which hand you should use them in. We investigate all those things, but we also investigate how stylish the design is — whether or not the mouse has RGB lighting, logos, or an aesthetically pleasing look.
All the gear gets the Pip-Boy aesthetic treatment, which is to say, it looks like it's made out of rusty green steel and covered in retro-futurist branding. The Wave XLR is a particularly nice example, with tons of little touches that sell the Vault-Tec illusion. In addition to the branded hardware, buyers get access to free digital assets including game-accurate icons for the Stream Deck and a "Pip-Boy" voice modulator that makes it sound like you're broadcasting out over an irradiated hellscape.
All the items are the same price as their non-Fallout standard versions ($150 for the Stream Deck, $160 for the Wave XLR, $100 for the Wave DX mic, and $100 for th
Allow us to remove some of the questioning and doubt. Below are the best mechanical keyboards we've reviewed, in a variety of categories—best overall, on a budget, for gaming, wireless, et cetera. Not everything makes the list — for example, though G.Skill's KM250 is a shockingly good deal, we can't say the same for the larger and very different KM360 design. Though they excel in different areas, each mechanical keyboard pick is absolutely the best in its class, and well worth both your attention and your hard-earned dough.
Be sure to check out some of our most recent reviews, like the Happy Hacking HHKB Studio and the Razer Huntsman V3.
Why you should trust us: PCWorld has been the go-to name for personal computer news and reviews for over 40 years. And as the writer of this roundup, and the reviewer of most of the keyboards on this list, I can assure you they've been thoroughly tested by people who are absolutely obsessed with keyboards.
The Acer Gaming XV340CK monitor is a bit on the basic side, but it has it where it counts: a quality panel. Unlike some budget ultrawides, this one's using a 3440×1440 resolution with an IPS display, instead of the cheaper TN or VA panels. That means that it's big and sharp enough to show off the best graphics, while also being color-accurate enough for some photo editing work. And with a 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time, it can handle fast-paced multiplayer games just as well.
The monitor also packs a standard VESA mount for use with monitor arms, two HDMI and two DisplayPort inputs for use with multiple machines, and a pair of USB-A 3.0 ports for accessories. It also has a couple of 3-watt speakers, but, um, don't use those, get some real speakers or just use headphones instead. Normally $300, today Newegg has this monitor on sale for a fantastic $239.99.
One kind of attack is especially popular: First known as a man-in-the-middle attack (now referred to machine-in-the-middle, adversary-in-the-middle, or on-path attacks), it lets hackers insert themselves between your devices and the server they communicate with, in order to steal login information ad session cookies to then take over your account.
It starts with you clicking on a phishing link, then entering your credentials on a fake copy of a legitimate website. Bad actors then capture the username and password, along with the access token, then redirect you to the real website.
MitM attacks can be used on accounts with strong, unique passwords and even locked down with two-factor authentication (2FA), as recently popped up in the news when Google and Microsoft accounts became targets of a new phishing kit. (Yep, even hacking can be as simple as a software subscription.)
But as unnerving as it can feel to know that hackers can "defeat" 2FA, you're not defenseless against an MitM attack. In fact, you can strengthen your security with a s
You can open the program by simply right-clicking on the Start button and selecting "Terminal" or "Terminal (Administrator)" or by right-clicking on a folder in Explorer or on the desktop and selecting "Open in Terminal."
This specific model comes with an Intel Core i7-13700H CPU, the aforementioned Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of SSD storage. You can also add more RAM and replace the SSD if need be. The upgradeability factor is awesome because it allows you to extend the life of your machine. It also has G-Sync, which synchronizes the display's refresh rate to the GPU, resulting in smoother visuals. This is important when playing faster paced titles, as it reduces the likelihood of stuttering issues. Finally, the 15.6-inch 1080p display has a 144Hz refresh rate, further adding to the fluidity of the picture.
This is a killer deal — RTX-powered gaming laptops almost never get cheaper than this. Snatch it up before it's gone!
For more notebook options, check out PCWorld's roundup of the best laptops available right now. We've got can't-miss picks for every use case and budget, putting our thousands of hours of hands-on testing to work for you.
Best laptop deals (at a glance)
Lenovo IdeaPad 1, $249.99 ($170 off at Microcenter)
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, $299 ($230 off at B&H)
If you're trying to get your laptop to run smoother and feel a little bit more like the day you first bought it (or you just bought one and don't think it's running as fast as it could), here are some free things to try in order to give it a boost.
This kit includes a CLR-50 gaming headset, a dual-port controller charger, two 1,200mAh high-capacity rechargeable batteries, a LYNX™ cable to extend your charge distance, and a cable extender to extend USB power from the console or power supply to your accessories. It's a complete kit to get you more integrated into the game when you're playing online and to ensure your entire setup stays charged so you never have to stop when you don't want to.
Turn your gaming up a notch. Right now, you can get the Bionik® Pro Kit for Xbox Series X/S Essential Gaming Accessories for 55% off $89 at just $39.99.
Rated 4.5/5 stars, this comprehensive bundle brings you up to a modern operating system that's built to tap into your productivity and elevate your security. Plus, you'll have the Microsoft Office suite to work more productively than ever on a range of projects. With Visio, you'll be able to visualize and diagram complicated data sets, while Project keeps you on task with a host of intuitive project management tools.
We've also included some helpful answers to common questions about buying a computer at the bottom of this article. If you're considering a laptop instead, be sure to check out our best laptop deals, updated daily.
Note: Tech deals come and go quickly, so it's possible some of these computer discounts will have expired before this article's next update.
Best gaming desktop computer deals
Lenovo IdeaCentre 5, Ryzen 7/RTX 3060/16GB RAM/512GB SSD/1TB HDD, $749.99 (22% off on MicroCenter)
Google has traditionally launched new features on its Pixel phones. Those have included Magic Eraser, along with Photo Unblur and Portrait Light, which use various AI tricks to spruce up your photos. Portrait Light, for example, can "reposition" the sun to light up your photo in a more attractive way, and Magic Eraser can simply zap an unwanted object from your picture.
Beginning on May 15, Google says it will open all three tools to pretty much anyone on iOS and Android, provided you have access to an Android 8.0 phone or an iPhone running iOS 15. Google won't charge any subscription fees, either.
But there's a catch if you prefer to work on a more powerful device, with a keyboard. Google is not making those editing tools available to PCs, whether it be as a dedicated Windows app or even the web. Instead, you'll need a Chromebook, and only the very latest premium models, at that.
Specifically, "your device must be a Chromebook Plus with ChromeOS version 118 ," Google says. Unfortunately, that's all hidden in a footnote to Google's blog post announcing the new changes.
That Google is reserving its AI editing features for the new Chrom
And yes, the term "nutrition label" is accurate — they're modeled after the list of ingredients you might find on a box of cereal, say, along with a breakdown of what you're being charged. Those labels must be posted on the websites of ISPs as well as in retail stores. The labels also cover both wired and wireless broadband plans, so you should see them, for example, in a Verizon store.
The idea is to allow consumers to know just exactly what they'll receive when they sign up for broadband service — and what they'll be charged for, too. The new labels won't eliminate the fees that are sometimes hidden in a customer's bill — they'll just make them more obvious so that you can factor all of that in when evaluating broadband providers.
"The labels must disclose important information about broadband prices, introductory rates, data allowances, and broadband speeds," the FCC says. "They also include links to information about network management practices and privacy policies."
The process dates back to 2021, when Congress passed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which ordered the FCC to begin work crafting consumer-friendly broadband labels. In 2022, the FCC began actually creating those rules.
The labels themselves will look like this example, provided by the FCC:
Normally, we'd hesitate to feature a refurbished item as a deal, but this one has a couple of extenuating circumstances. First, it's being sold directly from Lenovo, so it's truly "certified refurbished" and not just a used laptop with a sticker slapped on. Second, it's being sold with a two-year service warranty from Allstate included in the price, so it actually has even better coverage than this laptop had when it was new.
The ThinkPad L14 is a mid-range design packing a Ryzen 6 5670U CPU, the aforementioned 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and 512GB of SSD storage. That's enough power to handle pretty much any standard workload, though the integrated graphics won't handle high-end games or 3D design. The screen is 14-inches at a standard 1080p resolution.
My favorite bit of this laptop's design, aside from the excellent ThinkPad keyboard, is a generous selection of ports. The left side includes double USB-C (one always on for charging), USB-A, and full-sized HDMI and Ethernet ports. With a second USB-A port and a MicroSD card slot on the right, you can leave the dongles at home.
This laptop originally sold for around $900 and even now commands something in the $450 range for refurb units, so this is a great discount if you need a machi
Microsoft offers sparse details on the vulnerabilities for self-searching in its security update guide. Dustin Childs presents the topic of Update Tuesday much more clearly in the Trend Micro ZDI blog - always with an eye on admins who manage corporate networks. According to Dustin Childs, he doesn't remember Microsoft ever patching as many security vulnerabilities in one month as it did this April.
The most important security vulnerabilities on Patch Day in April
CVEvulnerable softwareSeverityImpactexploitedknown in advance
That's not all. Despite the ROG branding for Asus' top-of-the-line gaming hardware, it's clearly using a TUF-branded CPU cover, indicating that it's from a cheaper Asus line. It's also missing some of the ROG heatsink gear, replaced with generic alternatives. And when Txwixter user @wxnod booted up a build with the required hardware, they spotted a Kingston Fury boot logo on the monitor instead of the Asus ROG or TUF branding, though the firmware appears to be otherwise unaltered.
Now, it's not unprecedented for desktop computers to use laptop-sized SO-DIMM memory modules. But that design choice is generally reserved for similarly tiny desktops, like Intel's now-discontinued NUC series. There's simply no reason to go with the usually slower and more expensive SO-DIMMs on a full-sized ATX motherboard, certainly not a high-performance gaming model.
The Google Nest can either be hard wired into your house or you can use the battery power. You can control it with the companion app, allowing you to quickly manage the temperature in your house. This device will even learn your preferred temperatures in a week, so you don't have to keep adjusting it. The installation process is easy, too. Everything you need is in the box and it can work without a C wire in most homes. It's also compatible with Amazon Alexa, Cortana, Google Assistant, and Hue.
Get the Google Nest thermostat for $199.99 at Best Buy
The Logitech Pro X 60 wireless board gets its name from the 60% form factor it's rocking, chopping off everything but the primary alphanumeric keys. The design also gets a volume wheel on the left side. The layout is a standard configuration, so the keyboard should work with standard ISO keycap replacement sets.
But you might not want to — unlike some keyboard suppliers (which shall remain nameless Razer) that ship cheaper ABS keycaps with expensive boards, these are doubleshot PBT caps that also let the RGB lighting shine through. Check out that stylish Escape key, which is white on the black or pink versions or black on the white keyboard. Two non-branded keycaps are included in the box if you prefer a more uniform look.
We've spent hours and hours using each model, banging away on our reviews, surfing the web, and keeping up on social media to bring you a list of the very best wireless keyboards around. For example, the Logitech Wave Keys isn't our pick for the best wireless ergonomic keyboard, even though it's a fairly good option and a great value.
While there's no one-size-fits-all keyboard, our recommendations aim to help you make an informed decision based on your own personal needs. After you've perused our best picks, be sure to check out our buying advice at the end to help you learn what to look for when shopping for a wireless keyboard.
Why you should trust us: PCWorld has been the go-to name for personal computer news and reviews for over 40 years. And as the writer of this roundup, and the reviewer of most of the keyboards on this list, I can assure you they've been thoroughly tested by people who are absolutely obsessed with keyboards.
Every single keyboard on this list has been used by an expert, put through its paces for features and reliability, and carefully considered against the alternatives. We've tested every facet of the boards, even programming and complete disassembly for those that support it.
For a more in-depth look at how we test keyboards of every kind, c
One of the first signs of a possible motherboard problem is the failure of the POST (Power On Self Test), which is carried out when the computer is started. A failed POST may indicate a faulty motherboard. However, it is difficult to determine the exact cause.
Errors such as "Inaccessible Boot Device," defective RAM, or other component errors are possible. Some systems use special acoustic signals to identify which component is causing a problem. You can look up the exact signals online or in the motherboard manual.
Like the name suggests, this Bluetooth / infrared remote is just like a standard remote that you're used to. It has buttons to control all the core functions of your Apple TV or Apple TV 4K and is incredibly intuitive. It's even engineered to work with hundreds of TVs, soundbars, or receivers so you can use just this remote to control your whole setup.
Make the switch to a better remote. From 4/8 through 11:59 pm PT on 4/16, you can get this Button Remote for Apple TV/Apple TV 4K for just $31.99 (reg. $39) when you use promo code ENJOY
The world's top-grossing language learning software, Babbel was developed by more than 100 expert linguists and has more than 10 million users worldwide. The practical curriculum focuses on topics you'll actually use when visiting a foreign country, like navigation and ordering food, and distills down to bite-sized lessons that you can squeeze into every day. Before you know it, you'll be speaking one of the 14 available languages conversationally and be ready to get around your destination.
Learn a new language for a great price. Now through 11:59 pm PT on April 16th, you can get a lifetime subscription to
Google thinks highly enough of Vids that it will elevate it into the pantheon of other Google Workspace apps, including Docs, Slides, and Sheets, the company said.
For whatever reason, Google isn't directly challenging Clipchamp, Microsoft's rather delightful video editor, or Canva, another video and graphic content-creation tool that has emerged as a popular alternative and with AI-generated content. Instead, it's essentially treating video as one of those business tasks that has to be done, but doesn't require a lot of creativity — like a training video or customer testimonial.
Vids, then, looks pretty familiar. Ask Vids to create a particular type of video and it surfaces a bunch of templates. The secret appears to be its ability for you to direct (or for it to intelligently choose) bits and pieces of information or documents that you have already created or stored to help create the video. (This isn't exactly clear, since Google hasn't said much about beyond the introductory video, included at the bottom of this story.)
The UI, though, looks fairly standard, with the ability to drag and drop video clips and other content, on top of an audio track.
Pricing on the updated, New Razer Blade 18 is apparently somewhat variable: it's listed as starting at $2,899.99, but Razer is apparently selling it for $2,699.99. However, Razer's buying page says that the Razer Blade 18 pricing begins at $3,099.99.
Razer is positioning the Blade 18 as a creator-class laptop, pre-installing Nvidia's content-aligned Nvidia Studio drivers rather than its Game Ready drivers. But make no bones about it: This is a top-of-the-line gaming laptop, too. You'll have the option of either buying a model with a 13th-gen Core i9-13950HX, or a more modern Core i9-14900HX, and pairing it with a Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060, 4070, 4080, or 4090.
Memory options range from 16, 32, or 64GB of DDR5-5600 memory, paired with either a 1TB, 2TB, or a 4TB PCIe 4.0 SSD configuration. (The latter is shipped as a pair of 2TB drives in adjoining M.2 slots.) Razer says that all of the Blade 18s will ship with two available M.2 slots, one of which will be filled with the stock SSD.
Interestingly, one of the Blade 18's features sort of undercuts the other.
All three new models are fairly standard for Acer designs, boasting new "AI" tech…that doesn't seem to actually add much that you haven't seen elsewhere like filtering out microphone background noise. Something tells me gamers will be more excited by the free month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate that all of them are packing.
Predator Helios Neo 14
The Predator Helios series boasts Acer's most bombastic, out-there designs and new tech. But the newest member of the family, the notably smaller Helios Neo 14, seems to be keeping things pretty button-down. Acer is making a big show of its "AI" powers thanks to the latest Intel Core processors (Ultra 9 185H on the top end, Ultra 5 125H on the base model). But the end result of this NPU-packing platform seems to be the same as every other new laptop this year: noise reduction and video call blurred backgrounds.
We're not suggesting that PC security software is fool-proof, but it does a great job of protecting your computer against harmful malware and ransomware. Most systems come with security software baked into the OS, but this is often the bare minimum you need. Choosing to purchase more robust antivirus software will provide you with features such as an advanced firewall, sandbox environments for suspicious programs, and multi-device protection, among other things.
How do you choose a good antivirus? We've tested a multitude of offerings, including all the big names, so you don't have to! When testing antivirus software, we look for products that strike a balance between excellent protection, a worthwhile selection of features, and minimal performance impact on your PC. For more information, you can read about how we test antivirus software below our picks.
Update April 9, 2024: We recently reviewed Avira Prime, a security suite that's simple to use yet goes deep with its PC utilities. With its newbie-friendly vibe, it's snagged a spot on our list as the runner-up for the best antivirus for beginners.
Remember when you paid for a phone and received the best charger in the box? Those days are unfortunately long gone to "save the environment," but that also means that most consumers who don't have a modern charger are left alone wandering through a forest of hundreds of confusing charger choices.
Be confused
Frankly, I'd be surprised if you weren't confused by how to get your Samsung phone to actually use the faster "Super-Fast Charging 2.0" mode since the conditions to get there aren't very straightforward at all.
I could only find mentions of it in two sentences on Samsung's website, where it says: "For super-fast charging, you must have a charging cable that supports adaptive fast charging with a capacity of 45W - 45W TA 5A cable (E-marked)," and: "You will also need a 45W Travel Adapter. Super-fast charging will not function with a standard charger. We recommend using the USB Type-C, 5A charging cable that comes with the 45W charger."
If you're shopping for a third-party charger and cable, Samsung's guidance won't be of much use either. Even worse, Samsung's description doesn't mention the different versions of Super Fast Charging, which contributes to the confusion. I've found chargers on Amazon that mention 45 watts and Samsung Super Fast Charging, but a closer loo
Not only is this laptop a convertible, meaning you can flip the screen all the way around, but it also comes equipped with powerful hardware. When we reviewed this configuration back in 2022, we found it to be an outstanding performer, so we gave it four out of five stars and an Editor's Choice badge. My colleague Mark Hachman sums it up best:
Underneath the hood, you'll find an Intel Core i7-1260P CPU as well as 16GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage, so it should be able handle everything from intensive workloads to everyday activities like pilfering through your full inbox or rocking out to your favorite musician on Spotify. The 15.6-inch display has a resolution of 1920×1080 and is touch-enabled. Plus, AMOLED panels tend to be more color saturated, s
As reported by Ars Technica, this exploit was discovered two weeks ago by security researcher netsecfish. On Monday, the information was publicly released to warn impacted owners, as D-Link will not be issuing firmware updates to patch the vulnerabilities—and security organizations like GreyNoise and Shadowserver began observing use of the exploit early Sunday universal time (UTC). D-Link has also issued its own advisory summarizing the situation.
The more major vulnerability (CVE-2024-3272) is a backdoor account accessible through credentials baked into the NAS unit's firmware. It has
Smaller cases may seem attractive at first glance because they take up less space and are often cheaper. However, depending on the configuration, the challenge comes shortly after purchase when the expansion options for RAM, SSDs, and PCIe expansion cards are very limited.
While the former aren't free of issues, there has been tons more criticism recently about the latter category as gamers grapple with a handful of different problems they encounter. The main cause? Windows just isn't optimized for these devices.
Why Windows is hurting third-party handhelds
Don't get me wrong, you can just as easily play Baldur's Gate 3 on the ROG Ally as you can on the Steam Deck; the ability to play games isn't the issue. Looking at Windows based handhelds on their hardware merits alone, they're almost all impressive systems, with powerful hardware, decent battery lives, and displays worthy of some of the best graphics on portable gaming devices.
Our favorite windows gaming handheld
Asus ROG Ally
Windows 11 Pro is built for the hybrid working world, with a host of productivity and security features designed to help you do your best work and protect your data. From snap layouts and custom redocking to TPM 2.0 and Smart App Control, Windows 11 Pro is full of features to give you the best OS experience possible.
So, why wait? From 4/8 through 11:59 pm PT on 4/16, you can get Microsoft Windows 11 Pro for just $31.99 (reg. $199) when you use promo code ENJOY20 at checkout.
While we always recommend keeping a local backup for quick restores (see our roundup of the best Windows backup software for desktop solutions), uploading your data to an online backup service can be a reliable way to cover your bases. After all, the "backup rule of three" exists for a reason.
The good news for consumers is that there are many commendable options, each offering unique selling points. Our primary concern here is backup, but we do note other roles that a service can fulfill, such as sharing capabilities, multi-device support, and emergency-restore options.
Why you should trust us: It's in our name, PCWorld. Our reviewers have been testing PC hardware, software, and services for decades. Our backup evaluations are thorough and rigorous, testing the promises and limitations of every product — from performance to the practicalities of regular use. As PC users ourselves, we know what makes a product stand out. Only the best online backup services make this list. For more about our testing process, scroll to the bottom of this article.
You might wonder why you don't see services like Google Drive, One Drive, or Dropbox here. Those are more accurately defined as cloud storage. Besides typically lacking a desktop client, and offeri
While any of these would be a great reason to pick up an external drive, the advantages of having reliable backup is the number-one reason your setup isn't complete without one. Why? Chances are you have important data on your PC that you can't afford to lose. To protect that data you'll want to do two things: store it off-site on the cloud if possible and back it up to an external drive. This way you ensure your data is completely safe should anything go wrong with your computer.
While we highly recommend that you consider cloud storage as a backup option, restoring from local storage is generally far, far faster than pulling your data down from the cloud. Therefore, an external drive should be your primary hedge against disaster.
Why you should trust us: We're PCWorld. We've been putting computer hardware through its paces for decades. We've seen it all and we know how to root out a drive's strengths and weaknesses, using a combination of rigorous benchmark testing and real-world hands-on use. Below we offer our expert recommendations on the best external drives for everything from blazing-fast performance, to budget options, to portability, and more.
The Dell S2722DGM has a 27-inch panel, a resolution of 2560×1440, a maximum brightness of 500 nits, and a response time of 1ms. Given those numbers, the picture should be both crisp and vibrant, serving as a lovely backdrop for your favorite games. This monitor also comes with AMD FreeSync, a technology that's designed to reduce stuttering during gameplay. It achieves this by syncing up the monitor's refresh rate with your PC's GPU. This is good news for anyone that loves those intensive first-person-shooter games.
This is a solid deal for a 1400p curved gaming monitor, but I don't see it lasting long. Get it now before the deal vanishes into the nether.
Get the Dell S2722DGM curved gaming monitor for $249.99 at Amazon
Because it's not immediately obvious how laptops from these brands differ, I'll help you decode their strengths, so you'll have a better idea of which Dell laptop to buy for your next laptop purchase.
The best use cases for the different brands
Dell's laptops may share functionality across brand lines, but you can count on each brand also having unique characteristics that make it especially good at one of three things: work, play, or entertainment.
That's a bit of an oversimplification, but in the purest terms the best use-case scenario breaks down as such: gaming for XPS, productivity for Latitude, and home and personal use for Inspiron laptops.
A miracle machine that does all your Office tasks for you automatically? We took a look at the tool.
Prerequisite: You need to get it up and running
To be able to use Copilot Pro, a few requirements must be met. First, you need a paid subscription to Microsoft 365 Single or Family (from $7 per month).
I don't suffer from migraines, but my wife does, and has for years. Obviously, the last thing you want to do is stare at a screen. But if you have to, these are the tips that my wife swears by to make life more bearable.
1.) Isolate external lights
Migraine sufferers can experience severe light sensitivity, which is one of the triggers that we're trying to reduce. But migraines can also be triggered by light on one side of the head. My wife tries to reduce the ambient light, but also either orient it so it's hitting the less sensitive side of her head or at least strikes both sides evenly.
This 13-course bundle includes courses from leading instructors like Dr. Chris Mall (4.6/5-star instructor rating), Bryan Guerra (4.4/5-star rating), and Alex Genadinik (4.4/5-star rating). You'll cover tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, and DALL-E to learn how to effectively leverage text and image generators to save time and level up your productivity. Moreover, you'll dive into coding languages like C , Python, Java, SQL, and more to learn how to create your own automation models.
Step into the future of automation. You can get The Ultimat
Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2022 is rated 5/5 stars on Microsoft Choice Software, and a fully-featured integrated development environment trusted by programmers all over the world. It makes complex projects easier by supporting coding in multiple languages, enhancing collaboration, and offering automation tools to simplify projects. With the bundle, you'll delve into Python, JavaScript, C , and more languages to give you a strong foundation from which to work.
Your coding journey begins here. From 4/8 through 11:59 pm PT on 4/16, you can get
Windows settings
Set the real mouse speed: As soon as you install Windows, the mouse speed is automatically artificially accelerated. You can change this by opening the mouse settings, navigating to the additional mouse settings, and selecting the pointer options. Remove the tick next to Enhance pointer precision to achieve consistent mouse movement.
The HP Victus 1550fa-100 (just rolls off the tongue, doesn't it?) packs a 15.6-inch, 1080p display with an IPS panel, which won't win any speed awards, but is more color-accurate than your usual gaming display. Other features include 512GB of SSD storage, full backlit keyboard with a number pad, and a roomy 70 watt-hour battery. Ports are generous, with two USB-A, one USB-C, full-sized HDMI for easy connection to an external display, and a full-sized SD card slot.
If this Victus laptop has an Achilles heel, it's the 8GB of DDR4 RAM, which is pretty skimpy for anything running Windows 11. But based on a quick YouTube search, it looks like both SO-DIMM slots are open on the motherboard, so a few screws is all that separates you from a much-needed RAM upgrade. That's an option that many laptops — even gaming laptops — no longer have.
