This Free App Saved Me From Buying A $70 KVM Switch
Some people have two computers to, and sometimes they need to use both simultaneously, but using a separate keyboard and mouse can be a pain.
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Stories By Jordan Gloor
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Can You Use Isopropyl Alcohol To Clean Battery Corrosion?
Contrary to popular belief, that stuff in your battery compartment is corrosion, not acid, and it's easy to clean. Just make sure you use the right stuff.
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Open-Source Software Is Already Running Your TV, Router, And Car
Open-source software is software that anybody can inspect and even modify the source code of, and it is the backbone of consumer electronics.
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I Made The Switch To Linux Years Ago — Don't Make The Same Mistakes I Did
Linux gives you more control, but that doesn't mean every little thing needs to be tinkered with. It's easy to create extra work when you're starting out.
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How Much Would It Cost To Leave Your PC On 24/7? Idle Is Cheaper Than You Might Think
While it's important to shut off your PC every once in a while, not just let it sit idle, it's understandable that many leave it on indefinitely.
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4 Of The Safest Router Brands, According To Experts
The safest router isn't always the most expensive. Here's what security experts look for, from firmware updates to built-in protection and privacy controls.
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Here's How Fast Your Wi-Fi Actually Needs To Be For 4K Streaming
4K streaming is marketed so heavily these days, and rightfully so because 4K movies are gorgeous, but it's also demanding of you Wi-Fi router.
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Double Check Your Smart Home Devices To See If They Meet This Industry Standard
Your smart home devices made from different companies may just have the ability to sync up and "communicate" if they meet this industry standard.
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The Likely Reason Why Amazon Discontinued The Halo Fitness Band
Amazon’s Halo fitness trackers promised something different, but the entire line vanished after just a few years from the competitive wearable market.
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How Long Do Blu-Ray Disc Recordables Last?
If you want to keep your data, photos, and memories safe, you want to know how long recordable Blu-ray discs last. Here's what to consider before you store.
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How To Tell If A USB Port Supports 140W Charging
USB ports provide different charging speeds based on their wattage. 140W is one of the fastest speeds you can get, but finding it isn't always easy.
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Why You Should Undervolt Your AMD GPU (And How To Do It)
While everyone is overclocking their graphics cards, trying to get as good of a frame rate in their favorite games as they can, there are some undervolting.
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Why Do Smart Home Devices Still Use 2.4G Over 5G?
Your smart lights don't need to stream a movie or download a game. That makes their Wi-Fi needs pretty different from the phone you use to control them.
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What Those Strange Symbols On Your Charging Brick Actually Mean
If you ever pick up and look at your phone's or laptop's charging brick, you'll see a bunch of strange symbols that look like hieroglyphics.
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Wi-Fi 8 Mesh Systems Are On The Way – Here's What's New
Wi-Fi 8 is the next wireless networking standard that dictates the specifications of Wi-Fi routers, and some brands are waiting to launch their devices.
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Can You Really Tell The Difference Between Expensive And Cheap Routers?
The are Wi-Fi routers that may only cost around $60, but there are also routers than can exceed $500, which makes choosing a router easy for a lot of people.
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What Makes Netgear's Orbi Mesh System So Expensive?
NetGear's newest Orbi 970 Series router with two satellites delivers some lightning fast speeds, but it costs around the same price as an iPhone Duo.
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Are Mesh Wi-Fi Routers More Secure Than Regular Ones?
Everyone has that one friend who swears by their mesh Wi-Fi system, which is a nice way to ensure the internet signal covers the entire home.
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Should You Put A Router In Your Bedroom? It's Complicated
Finding a place in your home for a Wi-Fi router can be a tricky task, but the best place is somewhere central so the signal reaches all parts of your home.
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Why Your Android Buzzes When Plugging It In (And Why Multiple Buzzes Could Be A Problem)
Sometimes smartphone notifications can be annoying, which is why so many take advantage of their 'Do Not Disturb' feature, but some notifications are necessary.
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