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Don't use your router's USB port when these alternatives exist, a PC expert explains

Your router's USB port is convenient, but its unreliability makes it susceptible to security risks. Here's the alternative.

Should you opt for Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro? A PC expert's upgrade advice

Windows 11 Pro offers more control - but is it worth the extra cost? Here's the breakdown.

After setting up Windows 11, these 9 steps are non-negotiable for me

Microsoft's default settings for Windows 11 are filled with tiny annoyances, including unnecessary taskbar icons and unwanted apps. Here's how to declutter your PC and maximize its security.

ChatGPT's cheapest subscription comes to the US: I compared Go to Plus and Pro

At $8 per month, here's how ChatGPT Go stacks up against OpenAI's other offerings.

Why I recommend this cheap Motorola over budget phones by Samsung and TCL

The 2026 Moto G Power is Motorola's best budget phone yet, with great battery life and a sharp display.

OpenAI's Google Translate killer is here: How to use the new ChatGPT Translate

ChatGPT Translate isn't multimodal yet, but it does beat Google Translate in one big way. Here's how.

AI fails at freelancer tasks 97% of the time, new 'Remote Labor Index' shows

Researchers tested AI on remote freelance projects across fields like game development, data analysis, and video animation. It didn't go well.

How I used GPT-5.2-Codex to solve a mystery bug and hosting nightmare - in under an hour

The $20-per-month ChatGPT plan is more than enough for occasional bug fixes and feature addition runs. Here's one such example.

6 browsers that can make your old, sluggish PC feel like new again

Struggling with a painfully slow PC or internet connection? These browsers are built to handle it.

How to run Windows apps on Linux with Wine - it's easy

Considering a switch from Windows to Linux? The good news is you don't have to give up your favorite Windows apps. Here's how to run them on Linux.

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