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Would you rent a gaming PC? You can now with NZXT's Flex program
The NZXT Flex subscription offers three tiers of Nvidia-powered gaming PCs that you can rent hassle-free.
News
How Bitcoin’s founder disappeared because of PCWorld
Whatever happened to Satoshi Nakamoto? Let's take a step back to 2010 when a PCWorld article made a connection between Bitcoin and Wikileaks that may have altered the course of history.
News
Intel extends Core chip warranty to soothe customers
Intel has extended the warranty associated with its 13th-gen and 14th-gen Core chips by two years, covering them for a total of five years in total.
Opinion
Hey Logitech, every mouse should be a forever mouse
Logitech recently floated the idea of a "forever" mouse that would be supported by an ongoing subscription. It's a ridiculous idea, and one consumers should laugh into obsolescence.
News
Intel's crashing CPU nightmare, explained
Intel's rapidly dying CPUs mark the biggest hardware scandal since the Pentium FDIV bug. Here's what's causing it and what you should do if your CPU is exhibiting issues.
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Intel to lay off 15,000 employees as CPU strategy shifts
Intel reports a loss and a revenue dip for the second calendar quarter of 2024, and massive layoffs too.
News
Best Buy leaks Ryzen 9000 prices, and they're cheaper than expected
According to briefly posted Best Buy listings for AMD's newest processors, they're going to be cheaper than last-gen models by up to $100.
Deal
This 34-inch Samsung ultrawide monitor just hit its best-ever price
Right now, the Samsung ViewFinity S5 monitor is on sale for 39% off on Amazon.
News
Newegg will pay up to $400 for your old CPU, laptop, or tablet
Newegg is offering several hundred dollars in store credit if you sell your used CPU, laptop, tablet, Chromebook, or iPad to the retailer.
How-To
Why two SSDs are better than one in your PC
Most Windows PCs come with just one SSD. That may work for most people, but if you're really looking to boost your speed and free up bandwidth, then you should consider using two SSDs instead of one.
Updated
Best computer deals from desktops to all-in-ones
We've scoured the web to help you find the best deals on desktop PCs, gaming PCs, and all-in-one computers this August. Currently on discount: MSI, Lenovo, and Alienware.
Updated
Best ultrawide monitors 2024: Let's get large
Let's face it, the more screen space you have to stretch out on, the better the experience, whether you're working on a project or gaming. See which ultrawide monitors we've rated as best.
Deal
This travel monitor adds an extra screen to your laptop for just $64
Arzopa's 15.6-inch monitor is portable, versatile, and more than half off right now on Amazon.
Reviews
AVG Internet Security review: Reliable, budget-friendly antivirus software
AVG Internet Security is a good upgrade on its free antivirus software, especially if you need broader online protection and don’t want to pay a ton for it.
Updated
Best external SSD for gaming 2024: Portable performance drives
Adding an external SSD to your gaming laptop is a great way to expand your storage for holding games and making your game library portable.
Reviews
Corsair M75 Wireless review: The ultimate sharer’s gaming mouse
A lot of gaming mice claim to be ambidextrous, but the Corsair M75 Wireless's unique side-button setup means it's got even more ambidextrous play value.
Reviews
Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDP review: A spectacular, versatile OLED monitor
Asus ROG Swift PG32UCDP is an excellent 32-inch 4K OLED monitor capable of running at 480Hz at 1080p, too.
News
Intel's next-gen Lunar Lake CPU for Copilot+ laptops launches Sept. 3
Intel says it will launch its next-gen Core Ultra processor, named Lunar Lake, at IFA in Berlin this September alongside its laptop partners.
Updated
Best monitors: Gaming, 4K, HDR, and more
Our picks are the result of hundreds of hours spent testing the latest monitors from Acer, Asus, BenQ, Dell, LG, Samsung, and other major brands.
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