
Tyler Colp
Tyler Colp is a freelance writer for Windows Central. He's written about tech, games, and the culture around them across the internet. Ask him anything about Dark Souls or just follow him on Twitter.
Latest articles by Tyler Colp

AMD Ryzen 9 5950X vs. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X: Which CPU is best for you?
By Tyler Colp last updated
Face off It's hard to compare the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and AMD Ryzen 7 5800X. Both CPUs offer extremely fast performance, but if you had to choose, which should you buy?

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X vs. AMD Ryzen 5 5600X: Which CPU is best for you?
By Tyler Colp published
Red Team It's tough to pick between the AMD Ryzen 5800X and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X. Which one is the better CPU?

Best Thermaltake PC cases 2022
By Tyler Colp last updated
The best Thermaltake PC cases combine aesthetics, build quality, and customization. Here are the top-tier cases that Thermaltake offers.

Best Antec PC cases 2022
By Tyler Colp last updated
Antec has a wide selection of PC cases that range from premium to budget. Here are the best cases for your next PC build.

Best mesh Wi-Fi routers under $200 in 2023
By Ben Wilson, Tyler Colp published
Mesh Wi-Fi routers under $200 can be hard to find. Here are the routers that offer good performance and coverage for a great price.

Best mesh Wi-Fi for gaming 2022
By Tyler Colp published
Wi-Fi gaming Mesh Wi-Fi kits for gaming are hard to come by. They need specific features to keep your gaming lag and latency-free. Here are the best picks.

Can you use an eGPU with Surface Pro 8?
By Tyler Colp published
The brand new Surface Pro 8s are out. eGPUs are a great way to inject more power into them, but will it let you connect one?

How to use an old router as a Wi-Fi extender
By Tyler Colp published
If your Wi-Fi connection doesn't go far enough and you have an old router sitting around, you can change that. Here's how to extend your Wi-Fi with an old router.

How to find and block devices on your router
By Tyler Colp published
Sometimes there are certain devices you want to find and block on your router. Here's exactly how to get into the settings and do that.

TP-Link Archer GX90 router review: A gaming Wi-Fi 6 router with big promises
By Tyler Colp published
The TP-Link Archer GX90 boasts powerful gaming features on a Wi-Fi 6 router. Does it manage to reduce lag and bring fast speeds?

Should you buy a Wi-Fi 6 router in 2021?
By Tyler Colp last updated
Wi-Fi 6 routers are starting to become commonplace. Are they worth buying today?

Should you buy a dual-band or tri-band router?
By Tyler Colp published
The differences between dual-band and tri-band routers can be subtle and confusing. Which one should you buy?

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X vs. Intel Core i7-11700K: Which CPU is best for you?
By Tyler Colp published
The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X vs. the Intel Core i7-11700K is an incredibly close competition. Which one does just enough more than the other for you to consider buying?

How to install custom firmware on your router
By Tyler Colp published
Custom firmware like OpenWrt and DD-WRT are great for routers, but the installation process can be confusing. Here's how to install custom firmware onto your router.

How to change your Wi-Fi router's password
By Tyler Colp published
It's important to keep a secure password for your Wi-Fi router. Here's exactly how to log in and change it.

How to log in and tweak Netgear router settings
By Tyler Colp published
Whether you just bought a new Netgear router or already own one. Here's how to log in and tweak its settings.

What is a network switch?
By Tyler Colp published
Everyone has a router but not everyone has a network switch. How do they work and why do you need one?

DD-WRT vs. OpenWrt: Which router firmware should you use?
By Tyler Colp published
It's hard to choose between DD-WRT or OpenWrt for a custom router firmware. Which one has the best features and is the easiest to use?

Best AIO liquid coolers for Lian Li O11D Mini 2021
By Tyler Colp published
The best AIO liquid coolers for the Lian Li 011D Mini need to fit nicely into the case and perform well under load. Here are the best coolers to pick up.

ASUS ZenWiFi XT8 vs. TP-Link Deco X90: Which should you buy?
By Tyler Colp published
Both the ASUS ZenWiFi XT8 and the TP-Link Deco X90 are solid Wi-Fi 6 mesh routers. What are the differences, and which is better?

Can you use an SFX power supply (PSU) inside an ATX PC case?
By Tyler Colp published
SFX power supplies look a lot smaller than your normal PSU. Will they fit into an ATX PC case?

ATX vs. Micro-ATX: Which is the best motherboard for your PC?
By Tyler Colp published
The difference between ATX and Micro-ATX motherboards can be confusing but important. Here's how to decide between the two.
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