Run modern Linux on ancient PCs? What to know first
I’ve started seeing people experiment with projects like “WSL9x”, which aim to run modern Linux environments on…
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PCIe Gen3 vs Gen4 vs Gen5 — does it really matter?
I get asked this a lot: “Do I need PCIe Gen4 or Gen5, or is Gen3 fine?” Here’s the simple truth — for most people, the…
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USB4 vs Thunderbolt 4: what actually matters
USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 use the same USB-C connection, but they’re not identical — and this catches people out more…
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New ransomware trick bypassing antivirus
There’s a new ransomware tactic doing the rounds that I want people to be aware of. It’s called “Payouts King”, and it…
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DDR5 vs DDR4 in 2026: Worth upgrading or not?
I get asked this a lot: “Should I upgrade to DDR5 RAM?” In most everyday cases, the answer is no — not yet. I see this…
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Ryzen 9 9950X3D2: $1,000 Pre-Order vs $899 MSRP
The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 is already listed on Amazon for pre-order at $1,000 — even though its MSRP is $899. So what’s…
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macOS startup items and launch agents explained
macOS startup items and launch agents explained. If your Mac feels slow when you log in, or apps keep opening on their…
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Windows protections against malicious .rdp files
Windows protections against malicious Remote Desktop (.rdp) files are becoming more important as attackers look for…
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