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10 ways to upgrade your PC desk setup for less than $100
Upgrade your workstation without buying new PC hardware. These picks, ranging from desk mats to speakers to mics and more, all cost under $100. Credit: Edifier/Various Odds are good that if you have a desktop computer,…
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Claude and ChatGPT’s latest models are nitpicky and burning tokens. Here’s the fix
Claude Opus 5 and GPT-5.6 keep flagging minor issues as major flaws, burning through usage limits fast. Credit: Ben…
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TechCrunch Disrupt: Find the Startups Everyone Will Talk About Next
Interested in attending TechCrunch Disrupt 2026? Using promo code PCWORLD10 you can get a 10% discount. Could there…
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Firefox 153 brings HDR video, QR code sharing, and 63 security fixes
Firefox 153 is here with major security fixes and new features, but a reinstall may be needed to resolve post-update…
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NordLocker review: Obsessively secure, delightfully affordable cloud storage
Reviews NordLocker review: Obsessively secure, delightfully affordable cloud storage NordLocker is by far the most…
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Windows 11’s optional July update speeds up the Start menu and taskbar
News Windows 11’s optional July update speeds up the Start menu and taskbar Windows 11 preview update KB5101684 speeds…
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Still don’t have updated Windows Secure Boot certificates? Don’t panic
News Still don’t have updated Windows Secure Boot certificates? Don’t panic Microsoft says the Secure Boot certificate…
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Windows BitLocker is fine. I still don’t trust it with everything
I still don’t trust it with everything File security is more effective with a simple layered approach. A lot of people…
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I’ve built PCs for years. These 5 cheap tools make every build suck less
PCWorld outlines five inexpensive tools that can improve the PC building experience. The recommended items include a…
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Protect your files with my favorite free encrypted cloud storage app
Try This Protect your files with my favorite free encrypted cloud storage app Filen offers secure syncing, file…
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Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more are now available as a lifetime license for only $20
Microsoft Office Pro Plus 2019 is available for a lifetime license at a significantly discounted price of $19.97, a…
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This $14 case is why my years-old gaming mouse still looks unboxed
Tip This $14 case is why my years-old gaming mouse still looks unboxed Looking to protect your gaming mouse while…
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Best VPNs for Android: 5 top picks for phones and tablets
Best Picks Best VPNs for Android: 5 top picks for phones and tablets There are tons of VPNs available for Android, but…
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AMD reveals the Radeon RX 9050—and 4GB graphics cards are back
News AMD reveals the Radeon RX 9050—and 4GB graphics cards are back AMD's first new graphics card in a year is the…
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Get ready for the return of 4GB graphics cards
AMD announced the Radeon RX 9050 graphics card, offering both 8GB and 4GB GDDR6 variants. The 4GB version is intended…
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Tested! The best USB-C cables for charging and data transfers
The best USB-C cables for charging and data transfers Read this before hitting Amazon. By PCWorld Staff Jul 28, 2026…
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Act fast! This 1440p OLED gaming monitor is a ludicrously cheap $237
This 1440p OLED gaming monitor is a ludicrously cheap $237 eBay has an amazing deal on a refurbished AOC OLED, with a…
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Perfect Backup review: Perfection? Close to it
Close to it The free version is far more versatile than the integrated Windows File History, even backing up to…
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I put my PC on the floor, but not without this $17 stand
Tip I put my PC on the floor, but not without this $17 stand An inexpensive floor stand keeps dust, hair, carpet…
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Claude chats showed up in Google Search. Here’s how to keep yours private
News Analysis Claude chats showed up in Google Search. Here’s how to keep yours private Some Claude conversations…
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Record your PS5/Xbox gameplay in 4K for less with this Elgato deal
Deal Record your PS5/Xbox gameplay in 4K for less with this Elgato deal The Elgato 4K X Game Capture Card is $38 off…
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A Microsoft outage blocked Windows updates. Now a fix is being tested
News A Microsoft outage blocked Windows updates. Now a fix is being tested Microsoft is testing changes to how Windows…
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The tech gadgets I wish someone told me to buy for college
Updated The tech gadgets I wish someone told me to buy for college Heading back to college? These budget-friendly…
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China’s RAM boom is here. Your cheap PC is not
Your cheap PC is not I take a look at the meteoric rise of CXMT, and what it means for RAM prices. Also, my gaming…
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I’m sending my son to college with 11 tech essentials (and far too much USB-C)
Feature I’m sending my son to college with 11 tech essentials (and far too much USB-C) I either own or will be buying…
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Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal review: A robot vacuum-mop that finds hidden messes
Reviews Shark PowerDetect UV Reveal review: A robot vacuum-mop that finds hidden messes This premium robot vacuum-mop…
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Through August 9, you can get GPT, Claude, Gemini, and more for life for $70
Sponsored DealPost Through August 9, you can get GPT, Claude, Gemini, and more for life for $70 By DealPost Team Jul…
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This $40 keyboard solved my biggest smart TV annoyance
Tip This $40 keyboard solved my biggest smart TV annoyance The Arteck HW197 is a wireless keyboard with a built-in…
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9 laptop accessories every college student needs, all under $100
Feature 9 laptop accessories every college student needs, all under $100 The best college laptop accessories for 2026,…
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Framework Laptop 13 Pro review: Easy to build, frustrating to buy
Reviews Framework Laptop 13 Pro review: Easy to build, frustrating to buy Navigating the rocks and shoals of supply…
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Anker’s 2,000W portable power station is $99 off. It powers 10 devices
Deal Anker’s 2,000W portable power station is $99 off. It powers 10 devices The Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 power station…
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Most gamers don’t need a high-end GPU. Here’s how to tell if you do
Here’s how to tell if you do You don't need a top-tier GPU to enjoy great gaming performance. By Friedrich Stiemer…
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This $300 Samsung OLED monitor is one of the best gaming deals I’ve seen all year
Deal This $300 Samsung OLED monitor is one of the best gaming deals I’ve seen all year Take $200 off a 27-inch, 1440p…
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HP exec says 30% of PCs still run Windows 10. Here’s why that number matters
News HP exec says 30% of PCs still run Windows 10. Here’s why that number matters HP's CFO reveals Windows 10 still…
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This Samsung OLED gaming monitor is just $300
Deal This $300 Samsung OLED monitor is one of the best gaming deals I’ve seen all year Take $200 off a 27-inch, 1440p…
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Microsoft admits its Windows 11 apps hog RAM. A fix is coming
News Microsoft admits its Windows 11 apps hog RAM. A fix is coming Microsoft says native Windows 11 apps use too much…
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These 5 mini PCs make laptops look wildly overpriced
Feature These 5 mini PCs make laptops look wildly overpriced Skip overpriced laptops and get more performance for your…
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Google wants your face to be your backup password. I’d wait
Safe Mode Google wants your face to be your backup password. I’d wait Before you give this level of biometric data to…
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Acer Chromebook Plus 516 review: Not pretty, but pretty fast
Reviews Acer Chromebook Plus 516 review: Not pretty, but pretty fast It's not flashy, but this affordable Chromebook…
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The free file-sharing app I install on every new device
Try This The free file-sharing app I install on every new device LocalSend makes it easy to send photos, videos,…
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Sign up for a Costco Gold Star Membership for $65 and get a $50 Digital Costco Shop Card*
If you’re looking for another way to keep costs low, it might be worth giving Costco a try. Gold Star Memberships…
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I slapped this $22 LED strip on the back of my TV. My eyes thank me daily
Tip I slapped this $22 LED strip on the back of my TV. My eyes thank me daily Forget pricey HDMI sync boxes. This…
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Anker’s best Amazon deals include $6 USB cables and a 250W charging beast
Best Deals Anker’s best Amazon deals include $6 USB cables and a 250W charging beast From $5 cables to a $150 charging…
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I was skeptical of this $19 laptop cooling pad. Now I use it daily
Tip I was skeptical of this $19 laptop cooling pad. Now I use it daily A cheap USB cooling pad solved my laptop…
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Pay once, use forever: Microsoft Office 2024 Professional Plus is on sale for a one-time $55
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Manage timelines, resources, and deliverables with Microsoft Project Pro 2024 — on sale for a flat $45
Own it for life with no subscriptions or recurring fees. Keeping a project on track gets a lot harder when timelines,…
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This $21 USB drive lets modern laptops read CDs and DVDs again
Deal This $21 USB drive lets modern laptops read CDs and DVDs again This popular external CD/DVD drive connects via…
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8 PC gaming upgrades under $100 that don’t feel cheap
Feature 8 PC gaming upgrades under $100 that don’t feel cheap Great gaming gear doesn't have to be expensive. These…
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Turn off ads across your family’s devices with one $11 purchase
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