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What is an ASIC miner?

Mining cryptocurrency is an intensive process. To be profitable, you need hardware designed specifically mining, like ASIC miners. Here's what makes them tick.
Surface Pro 6 Review

Surface Pro 6 vs. Surface Pro 5

Microsoft's Surface Pro 6 looks a lot like its predecessor, but what's under the hood is much more impressive. The question is, how does it measure up overall?
Surface Pro 6 Review

Surface Pro 6 vs. Surface Go

Each Microsoft Surface device is great, but you may wonder which model is right for you. We pit the Surface Pro 6 against the Surface Go so you can decide.
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx vs. Intel Core i5

Qualcomm is taking on the PC market with the 8cx. In a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cs vs. Intel Core i5 comparison, though, who emerges victorious?
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AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT vs. RX 5700

Between the 5700 XT and 5700, which should you buy? AMD's Navi cards are still impressive, but there are better options in 2021.
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Quick fixes for Surface Pro 7 common problems

Microsoft's Surface Pro 7 arrived in 2019, but if you're facing issues with any Surface device or Windows 10 PC, here are quick fixes for many common problems.
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How to share your screen on Skype

Sharing your screen can be useful. This guide shows you how to share your screen on Skype in several easy steps on PCs and mobile devices, including the iPhone.

How to set up a new computer

Congratulations on the new PC! Now let's get to work. We’ve amassed a codex of everything you need to know, and need to do, to get your new PC up to speed.
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How to sell Bitcoin

It's a good idea to know how to sell Bitcoin, even if you don't plan to do it now. Follow these steps and you'll be able to sell your Bitcoin in no time flat.
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AMD RX 5600 XT vs. Nvidia RTX 2060 vs. GTX 1660 Ti: The best 1080p gaming card?

With three generations across two companies, there are a lot of options for midrange GPUs. However, The RX 5600 XT, RTX 2060, and GTX 1660 Ti top the pile.
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Best graphics card for video editing

Editing video is one of the toughest tasks you can throw at your PC. With our list of the best graphics cards for video editing, though, you can edit with ease.
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The best free video converters

The best free video converters can render format issues a thing of the past. Converting video with these online or desktop video converters is quick and easy.
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The best Surface Pro cases and covers for 2021

The best Surface Pro cases combine rugged protection from the outside world and a soft cushioning interior for your favorite 2-in-1. Here are our top picks!

GTX 1660 vs. GTX 1660 Super vs. GTX 1660 Ti vs. RTX 2060

Nvidia's Turing graphics card range has a number of solid performers in the midrange and high-entry-level areas of the market, but which one should you pick?

How to convert WMV files to MP4

WMV files may have great quality, but they're not as versatile as MP4. Our guide shows you how to convert WMV files to MP4.
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How to fix the most common Windows 10 installation problems

Here's your guide to fixing those Windows 10 installation problems that could pop up when trying to upgrade or install from scratch.
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The best Chromebook tips and tricks

Chromebooks are less web-ish thanks to Android, but there's still a learning curve coming from Windows and MacOS. Here are the best Chromebook tips and tricks.
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The best wallpapers

You don't just have to opt for a static wallpaper. There are also animated ones, and even interactive options that let you play simple games via your desktop.
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RX 6700 XT vs. 6800 XT vs. 6900 XT

The AMD RX 6000 series may not be easy to buy, but its more robust than ever. With the 6700 XT poised to battle in the midrange, which is the best RDNA 2 GPU?

How to buy Bitcoin with PayPal

You can buy Bitcoin with almost everything right now, but if you want to use Paypal, it's not so straightforward. Here's how to do it.
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How to use OBS

Need to learn how to use OBS? Just follow along with the steps in this guide and we'll have you ready for YouTube, Facebook, or Twitch primetime in no time.

Surface Go vs. iPad

How does the portable Surface Go compare to the latest standard iPad We take a look at the specs and everything you need to know about both tablet devices.
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Surface Pro 7 vs. Surface Book 2

Microsoft's Surface lineup has some of our favorite convertible designs. We pitted the Surface Pro 7 against the Surface Book 2 to see which is the better deal.
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ThinkPad X1 Carbon vs. MacBook Pro 13

The MacBook Pro 13 and ThinkPad X1 Carbon are both premium notebooks that are great choices for professionals, but which one is truly the better investment?
Microsoft Surface Go Review

Surface Go vs. Surface Pro 7

The Surface Pro 7 and Surface Go are two of Microsoft's front line products in the fight against Apple's iPad lineup. But how do they fare against each other?
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Nvidia GTX 1650 Super vs. GTX 1650: A budget battle

Nvidia refreshed its budget GTX 1650 with the GTX 1650 Super. But how much of a refresh is it? In this GTX 1650 Super vs. GTX 1650 comparison, we find out.
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AMD Ryzen 5000 processors: Everything you need to know

AMD's Ryzen 5000 CPUs feature Zen 3 cores and blistering performance that may take the gaming crown for Intel for the first time in almost 15 years.

The best bitcoin alternatives

There are hundreds of cryptocurrencies on the market, but which are the best Bitcoin alternatives? Here are some altcoins to consider, and what each offers.
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How to enable Flash in Google Chrome

With Flash capabilities coming to an official end in early 2021, what options are left for Chrome users? Here's how Flash content is being preserved online.
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AMD Ryzen 3000 CPUs: Here’s everything you need to know

If you're looking to build an AMD machine in 2020, Ryzen 3000 is really your only option. Here's everything you need to know about AMD's Zen 2 platform.
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HP Spectre x360 vs. Microsoft Surface Book 2

HP's Spectre x360 has always been one of the best when it comes to portability and power, but how does it stack up with Microsoft's similar Surface Book 2?
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Which MacBook has the best battery life?

MacBooks have defined the look and feel of modern laptops. Their battery life, however, isn't as notable. Here are the MacBooks with the best battery life.
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Serious gamer? These Asus, Razer gaming keyboards have never been cheaper

If you want a new RGB, mechanical keyboard, Prime Day 2020 is a great time to buy. These high-end gaming keyboards are all heavily discounted for today only.
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It’s the perfect time to arm your home with security cameras

Considering protecting your home with a smart camera system? Arlo's connected cameras are heavily discounted this Prime Day, helping you stay safe and save.