How-To
Windows 10 Help
Automation
Windows 10 has an AutoPlay feature, and here's how to configure it
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Quick Tip
How to create your own Xbox Live gamerpic
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Clean start
Seven ways to format USB flash drives on Windows 10
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Troubleshooting
Camera not working on Windows 10? Here's the fix.
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Become an Insider
Want to try new OneDrive features? Here's how to join the Insider program.
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Xbox Help
Quick Tip
How to create your own Xbox Live gamerpic
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Grab your loot
How to claim free Twitch Prime skins in Rainbow Six Siege
Weapons galore
All the new weapon moves and updates in Monster Hunter World: Iceborne
Humble beginnings
Hop into No Man's Sky with as few frustrations as possible
Gear up
Which Gears 5 Xbox One edition should I buy?
Custom PC Help
The more you know
Understanding PC monitor response times and what to buy
Getting it right
Should you get an SSD or HDD when building your PC?
Keep it cool
How to make your RX 5700 run a little cooler
The old switcheroo
How to put gaming drivers on an AMD Radeon Pro GPU
New hardware
Add a new SSD to your Lenovo ThinkPad T490s with our guide
Latest Help and How-To Guides
Buyer's guide
Struggling to choose a Surface Pro 6? We can help.
Not sure which Surface Pro you should buy? We can help.
Missed out on #10
Lenovo's Thinkpad X1 Extreme just missed out on rocking latest Intel CPUs
Lenovo's latest Thinkpad X1 Extreme is a capable machine with powerful configurable internals, but the company missed out on including the latest 10th Gen Intel CPUs with all the benefits that come with the most recent processors.
Moar graphics power
Got a Razer Blade Stealth? These are the best eGPUs for you.
The Razer Blade Stealth is an excellent laptop, but it's hardly a killer gaming machine. Fortunately, thanks to the magic of Thunderbolt 3, you can hook up an eGPU and add a full desktop graphics card to your laptop, all with a single cable. This is the one to buy.
Can it support your Victory Royale?
Is the Logitech G502 Lightspeed a good mouse for Fortnite?
The Logitech G502 Lightspeed is a wonderful gaming mouse, but is it good for Fortnite? If so, just why exactly will it help you achieve that ever-elusive Victory Royale?
Laptop DIY
Can you upgrade the RAM on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme?
Lenovo's new flagship ThinkPad X1 Extreme is one incredible laptop with a long list of impressive specs. It's also friendly to some DIY, and if you're thinking you might need to add some more RAM to yours, you're in luck.
Laptop DIY
Can you upgrade the SSD on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme?
Lenovo's flagship ThinkPad X1 Extreme isn't only a beast of a notebook, it's one that's pretty accommodating to user upgrades. If you need more storage than the SSD inside can provide, you can simply open it up and pop a new one in yourself.
Buyer's guide
How many Thunderbolt 3 ports does Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Extreme include?
If you're looking to connect modern accessories, docking stations, and external monitors, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme is outfitted with two Thunderbolt 3 ports.
The more you know
Understanding PC monitor response times and what to buy
When you're shopping for a PC monitor, what exactly does response time mean and how does it affect your buying decision? We're going to help you understand what it is and cut through the jargon.
Automation
Windows 10 has an AutoPlay feature, and here's how to configure it
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In this guide, we'll show you the different ways that you can enable or disable AutoPlay as well as the instructions to change the default action when connecting USB drives, other storage media, and devices to Windows 10.
More room to Rift
Add six feet to your Rift S cable for about $15 for more room to play
The Rift S cable tether is now about five meters long, but you can add an additional six feet for $15. Here's what you need and how to do it.
Buyers Guide
These Surface Studio 2 alternatives are all WAY more affordable
Looking for alternatives to the Surface Studio 2? Perhaps we can help.
Quick Tip
How to create your own Xbox Live gamerpic
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You can create and use a custom 'gamerpic' on Xbox Live for the first time. Here's how to set one up on Xbox One and on Windows 10.
Premiere editing
What to consider when buying a laptop for video editing
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It's possible to do some video editing on a laptop but you need to pay out for advanced internals to keep up with the demanding task. Here's what you need to consider when purchasing one.
Getting it right
Should you get an SSD or HDD when building your PC?
Building or upgrading a PC and don't know whether to go with SSD or HDD for your storage? Let's break it down.
Grab your loot
How to claim free Twitch Prime skins in Rainbow Six Siege
Want exclusive Rainbow Six Siege skins via Twitch Prime? Here's how to secure limited-time Ash, Caveira, and Jackal skins with your Amazon subscription.
Clean start
Seven ways to format USB flash drives on Windows 10
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In this guide, we show you virtually every method to format a USB flash drive and quickly erase its contents or fix data corruption and other issues using Windows 10's built-in tools.
Weapons galore
All the new weapon moves and updates in Monster Hunter World: Iceborne
There's a bunch of new moves available for each weapon class in Monster Hunter World: Iceborne. We've got the full list of every single one right here.
Buyer's guide
Is Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Extreme powerful enough for gaming?
If you're interested in a laptop that can handle some games once in a while, the ThinkPad X1 Extreme will be able to handle the load. However, for a true gaming experience, we recommend something like Lenovo's Legion Y740 15.
Not bad at all
How is the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1's battery life?
You're interested in the new Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 but you're curious to know what kind of battery life to expect? The good news is, it can go all day. But be sure to keep your expectations in check.
Let's get it fixed
Get No Man's Sky Beyond working with Windows Mixed Reality with this guide
The No Man's Sky Beyond update got off to a rough start for Windows Mixed Reality users, but developer Hello Games and some savvy WMR users have offered fixes to help you get the game off the ground.