Weight kills mobility. As such, one of the biggest deciding factors when buying a laptop is screen size. While the size alone isn’t a fundamental aspect of the quality of a laptop, it has a huge impact on a lot of other features as well as your overall experience. For instance, the smaller the screen …
Having the right screen resolution settings on your Windows laptop ensures crisper, more detailed images. It goes without saying that the higher the resolution, the sharper the images will appear. So, what do you do if your laptop only comes with a 1366×768 screen resolution by default? Are you doomed to watch movies and play …
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How much memory do I need on my laptop? Our usual advice is to simply get as much as you can afford. But that doesn’t take budget into account. And when it comes right down to it, there’s no straight-forward answer. The right amount of RAM for your laptop depends on what you plan to …
Purchasing a laptop can be a huge investment. Two questions that are sure to be swirling through your mind as you wade into the laptop market are: how much storage do I need on my laptop? And should I go with an MHD or SSD? The latest notebooks like the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 come …
How does a microprocessor work? The microprocessor is the single component in a laptop most responsible for handling all the instructions from the hardware and software. It’s also referred to as a logic chip, central processing unit (CPU). Or simply, processor. You can feel the importance of this piece of hardware when it comes to …
Looking to build or buy a new PC or laptop but can’t decide what graphics card to use? Then you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’re sharing a comprehensive guide on dedicated vs integrated graphics. We’ll discuss: what dedicated graphics are, what integrated graphics are, the pros and cons of each, and …
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Did you know most laptop batteries are only rated to last 1 to 2 years? Unfortunately, no matter how well you take care of your laptop battery, you’ll eventually need to swap it for a new one. While it’s normal for a laptop battery to lose its ability to hold maximum charge as it ages. …
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You’re here because you’re considering an upgrade from your current operating system (OS). Or you recently acquired a laptop, and it didn’t come with an OS at all. Good on you. Because the choice you make can have far-reaching effects on your ability to communicate with your system. In this post, we’re taking a comprehensive …
Heroes have capes, and writers have keyboards. Whether you’re creating code, writing an article, or working on your thesis. Nothing feels better than the clickity clack of a good keyboard under your fingers. Your keyboard is your best friend, and best friends don’t come by easily. To choose the right keyboard, you need to consider …
An expansion port can be either a socket or slot. You can find them located along the sides, front, back and even bottom of a laptop. Different computer ports help expand the functionality of a laptop. They provide a physical connection point to peripherals (devices) like a printer, external mouse, keyboard and monitor. Or even …
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