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This $21 USB drive lets modern laptops read CDs and DVDs again
14+ hour, 15+ min ago (236+ words) Optical drives are still practical for many users, whether to play old CDs and DVDs, install software, or create backups—especially with modern laptops, which are usually supplied without a drive. External drives are the solution for continued access to…...
8 PC gaming upgrades under $100 that don’t feel cheap
16+ hour, 15+ min ago (232+ words) Gaming on a budget doesn’t have to mean compromising on quality. Whether you’re a casual player or a dedicated enthusiast, finding the right accessories can make the precious hours you get to spend in front of your computer that much…...
Turn off ads across your family’s devices with one $11 purchase
19+ hour, 15+ min ago (163+ words) TL;DR: Protect up to nine devices from ads, trackers, and online threats with a lifetime AdGuard Family Plan, available for just $11 through July 26 (MSRP $169.99). The modern web is packed with pop-ups, autoplay ads, trackers, and other distractions that get…...
Retrospect 20 backup review: Reliable, versatile, and still frustrating to use
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (1778+ words) Retrospect 20 Desktop is one of the most versatile file backup programs you can buy, sporting ransomware protection, disaster recovery, and support for cloud storage. But it’s pricey, the interface and methodologies take some getting used to, and minor foibles persist…...
I gave ChatGPT my medical records. It was less scary—and more useful—than expected
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (654+ words) For obvious reasons, allowing ChatGPT to give medical advice is fraught with controversy. Is it really a good idea to trust a large language model with our health? What if it hallucinates, or misdiagnoses clear warning signs (as a just-filed…...
The reviews don't lie: These are the 5 best laptops for engineering students
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (1010+ words) Engineering students rarely work in one place. They bounce between lectures, labs, and libraries. That means your laptop has to be lightweight, long-lasting, and ready for heavy workloads. The options below balance portability with the power needed for CAD and…...
This $19.97 lifetime pass lets you learn almost anything at your own pace
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (153+ words) TL;DR: Expand your skills with lifetime access to 1,000+ online courses through EDU Unlimited, now just $19.97 until July 26 (MSRP $600). Learning new skills doesn’t have to come with a college-sized price tag. Instead of paying for individual classes or expensive boot…...
Microsoft finally found a Windows ad it doesn't like
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (197+ words) Microsoft is an advertising company. Not just an advertising company, true, it makes software and hardware and sells online services. But it made $10 billion in revenue from “search and news advertising” in 2025, according to its own numbers. This isn’t a…...
Most PC toolkits are overkill. These 7 tools are actually worth it
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (1090+ words) Sometimes, the basics just don’t cut it. If you’re a PC enthusiast who wants to build your own system, upgrade it with new hardware, and maintain it long-term, you need more than just a screwdriver. With the right tools and…...
This $1,400 PC mouse is controlled entirely with your tongue
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (207+ words) PCWorld Augmental, a company that builds skinware (“body-coupled interfaces that let people control computers, communicate, and interact with AI without relying on their hands”), is now selling a tongue-controlled computer mouse called MouthPad. The Bluetooth device is a specially designed…...