Microsoft has quietly rewired a core part of Windows Server so modern NVMe SSDs can finally speak to the OS without being forced through a decades‑old SCSI translation layer — and the results, in Microsoft’s lab numbers, are eye‑watering: substantially higher IOPS and major CPU savings on...
The OREI SplitXtend / SplitExtend family tries to solve a common desktop frustration: how to add multiple external monitors to a laptop or small PC without buying a full dock or swapping out the internal GPU. The company’s quad‑output model, sold under model number SX‑4C4K1080 and marketed as...
In March 2025, Microsoft released an update to the Xbox Game Bar, a built-in Windows feature designed to enhance gaming experiences by providing overlays for resource monitoring, capturing gameplay, and more. This update introduced a refreshed interface and additional functionalities. However...
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of data center infrastructure, the decision to deploy AMD processors over Arm-based alternatives has become a focal point for many organizations. This choice is influenced by several critical factors, including feature parity with cloud offerings, software...
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Checking your PC’s performance has never been easier thanks to a little-known trick that still works—even in the latest versions of Windows. For many users, knowing exactly how their computer measures up in terms of speed and responsiveness is key to making upgrade decisions, troubleshooting, or...
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Microsoft's recent announcement positions Windows 11 24H2 as the most reliable iteration of its operating system to date. According to the company's telemetry data collected up to July 2025, this version exhibits a 24% reduction in unexpected restarts compared to Windows 10 22H2. This...
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Few product launches in 2025 have generated as much anticipation among professionals and power users as the Dell Pro Max 16. Billed as the spiritual successor to Dell’s venerable Precision 3000 line, the new Pro Max 16 series signals the company’s strategic pivot toward a modern...
Intel’s next major desktop processor release faces a new wave of skepticism and recalibrated expectations. Fresh leaks and multiple industry sources now suggest that the Arrow Lake Refresh CPUs—for both desktop (ARL-S) and high-performance laptop (HX) form factors—will not deliver the much-hyped...
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Intel is reportedly preparing an "Arrow Lake Refresh" for the second half of 2025, aiming to address the shortcomings of the initial Arrow Lake processors released in late 2024. This refresh is expected to feature higher clock speeds and an upgraded Neural Processing Unit (NPU), potentially...
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The landscape for desktop computing may be on the brink of a significant transformation as Intel gears up for the release of its Arrow Lake Refresh processors, tipped for the latter half of 2025. What sets these chips apart from their predecessors is not just a modest bump in clock speeds, but a...
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Microsoft’s latest salvo in the ongoing campaign to coax users into adopting Windows 11 focuses on one of tech’s oldest and most effective lures: speed. According to performance claims recently published by the company, Windows 11 is purportedly “2.3x faster” than Windows 10. For anyone who’s...
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Microsoft's recent benchmarks claim that Windows 11 delivers performance improvements over Windows 10, including up to 2.3 times faster performance and enhanced battery life. These figures, based on tests conducted in December 2024, have sparked discussions about the validity and implications of...
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When Microsoft announced the hardware requirements for Windows 11, the move sparked immediate backlash among PC enthusiasts, especially those with hardware just a few years old that was still functioning flawlessly for everyday use and even gaming. One particularly contentious point was...
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For PC gamers and power users alike, squeezing every last ounce of performance from their systems is a top priority, especially when it involves high-end hardware like AMD’s Ryzen X3D processors. These chips have received widespread acclaim for their cutting-edge 3D V-Cache technology, leading...
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The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 "Strix Halo" represents a significant advancement in AMD's processor lineup, integrating cutting-edge AI capabilities with robust performance metrics. As users consider this processor for their computing needs, a critical question arises: which operating...
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Microsoft Xbox Ally X – Key Points
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Officially announced at the Xbox Games Showcase.
Microsoft’s direct entry into the handheld gaming PC war, competing with Valve’s Steam Deck...
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Microsoft is actively testing a new feature in Windows 11 aimed at enhancing energy efficiency: the "User Interaction-Aware CPU Power Management." Introduced in test build 26200.5603, this function automatically reduces CPU load during periods of user inactivity, such as when no mouse movements...
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Microsoft's upcoming Windows 11 25H2 update introduces a feature called User Interaction-Aware CPU Power Management, designed to reduce power consumption by lowering CPU performance during periods of inactivity. This enhancement aims to extend battery life for laptop users and decrease energy...
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Microsoft's recent advertising campaign for Windows 11 has ignited significant controversy among users and industry observers. The campaign, prominently featured on the official Windows YouTube channel, urges users to be on the "right side of risk" by upgrading to Windows 11 and specifically...
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Cloud computing has fundamentally transformed how businesses of all sizes deliver, scale, and secure their digital infrastructure, but competition among web hosting vendors is fiercer than ever. In this dynamic landscape, Onlive Server, an Indian-origin hosting provider, has announced a...