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Computers
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October 23, 2019Sometimes, it’s nice to get away from it all when the stresses of life get to be too much for you to handle. Maybe you like to escape to the beach or head to the mountains to decompress. While in theory, this is a great idea, it’s not always a feasible option when faced with life’s responsibilities. So, when you can’t take a tropical vacation or jump in your car for a relaxing cruise around the lake, sometimes the next best thing is to enter another kind of world; a virtual one. That’s where simulation games come in. While it’s not the same as feeling the sand between your toes, PC simulation games can provide you with a fulfilling sense of satisfaction that gratifies a desire to create. Sim games allow you to design your own city-systems, run a dynamic business, or take flight in a plane - all without the weight of real-life consequences. This genre of games can also encompass other types of more serious, education-forward games where the purpose of gameplay is to encourage the player to learn in a hands-on manner.
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October 18, 2019
Bluetooth is an exciting development in tech that allows us to send data between devices even without a wireless network. But how does it work? How did it get its name? And is it safe? We'll answer these questions, along with how to tell if your computer has this capability.
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October 18, 2019Bluetooth is an exciting development in tech that allows us to send data between devices even without a wireless network. But how does it work? How did it get its name? And is it safe? We'll answer these questions, along with how to tell if your computer has this capability. We'll also tell you how to connect your favorite devices and quickly troubleshoot annoying problems.
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October 17, 2019Have you ever heard the recommendation to "defrag" your computer? It's a strange word that potentially has a positive outcome for computer owners who are dealing with slow-performing laptops or desktop PCs. With the new Windows 10 operating system, do you still need to defrag? What if I have an SSD? Learn more about what this process does and how you can use it to make your computer boot up faster and perform better overall.
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August 27, 2019Take a moment to really think about all the digital photos that you want to keep. Most of your pictures are probably saved on your cell phone, because cell phones are our most frequently used cameras these days. If you’re a photographer, you no doubt have lots of photos saved on your digital camera, too. And let’s not forget about the photos we receive from other people - we save the pictures that our friends text us, or maybe we download the image that we’re tagged in on social media. That’s a whole lot of images to keep track of. What’s worse is that the images are probably not all in one place. Most people have their photos scattered across many different devices, social media profiles, and cloud storage accounts. That makes it difficult to find an individual photo when you really need it, and it also increases the likelihood that some of your photos may go missing or accidentally get deleted.
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August 24, 2019For some Windows PCs, there’s an adaptive brightness or auto-brightness setting that can sometimes present problems for the average user. This auto-brightness feature is powered by ambient light sensors that measure the light surrounding the device and adjust accordingly. Unfortunately, screen brightness is a highly personal setting and many would prefer to manually adjust these settings. In some contexts, constantly auto-adjusting brightness may be a nuisance. For example, if you’re working outside at a cafe with dappled sunshine, the screen brightness may change rapidly in a way that can distract you from your work. Luckily, there are solutions to remedy this issue. Below, we’ll guide you through the steps so you can learn how to change the auto-brightness setting on your PC’s display and get your preferred level of brightness every single time.
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August 22, 2019Today’s computer market is inundated with a vast variety of names and categories that leave PC consumers scratching their heads in confusion. Finding the perfect computer for your needs means first deciding between desktops and laptops. Then you’ll need to narrow your search down to workstation, convertible, tower, thin client, or whatever best suits your digital demands and portability expectations. Small form factor (SFF) computers and micro PCs, sometimes referred to as microtowers, have become the latest consumer buzzwords setting the market ablaze. However, as with any modern computer release, the terminology has been yet another a catalyst for confusion.
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July 30, 2019For one reason or another, you’ve decided that you’re going to delete an app or two from your Windows 10 PC. That shouldn’t be too difficult, right? All you’ve got to do is… delete them. Actually, one of the biggest questions that PC users ask is, “How do I delete apps from my PC?” Some apps are easy to delete, but others are much more difficult to get rid of, specifically the built-in apps that come included with your Windows 10 operating system.
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July 26, 2019It’s frustrating when you’re opening up a large application on your computer, and it’s taking so long to open that you could basically slip away to the grocery store, or the bank, or even the DMV, and get back before it’s loaded. If that’s the case, it might be time for you to upgrade your processor. Intel® produces some of the best CPUs on the market. The Intel Core™ series is their most popular line of processors, but you should seriously consider upgrading to one of their Intel Xeon® processors. An Intel Xeon is great for high-performance workstations, and it’s a necessity for any professional who works with large amounts of critical data.
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July 24, 2019The future of high-performance computing shows brilliant promise across global tech landscapes. Over the years, rapidly moving progress has prompted a scalable shift in the race toward creating the most capable supercomputer. Today, the world’s most powerful supercomputer resides in Tennessee at the Oak Ridge National Lab. Tomorrow could be a completely different story. The ever-evolving state of technology is one that constantly keeps casual and power users on their toes. Terminology is constantly in flux as new innovations come to life and modified tech takes on new power. As we near the gateway to the fourth industrial revolution, the state of the supercomputer pushes us closer to a future ruled by FLoating-point OPerations per Second (FLOPS).