laptop upgrade

Microsoft has officially stopped providing security updates, feature updates, and standard technical support for Windows 10 as of October 14, 2025 — and for most users the practical next step is to move to Windows 11 (if your PC is eligible) or enroll in the temporary Extended Security Updates...

The countdown is real: Microsoft will stop issuing regular security updates and technical support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, and owners of older but still serviceable laptops face three clear choices — upgrade to Windows 11 if the hardware permits, pay for a short-term Extended Security...

The Dell Latitude 3510 is a 15.6-inch business laptop designed to balance performance and portability for professionals. Equipped with an Intel Core i3-10110U processor, 4GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD, it aims to handle everyday office tasks efficiently. This model comes pre-installed with Windows...

External graphics processing units, or eGPUs, appear to offer a simple route to high-end graphical power for laptops, ultrabooks, and mini-PCs—giving owners of slim and lightweight systems the promise of desktop-class GPU performance simply by plugging in a single cable. But after years of...

As the October 2025 end-of-support date for Windows 10 approaches, Microsoft and its partners, notably ASUS, are intensifying efforts to encourage users to transition to Windows 11. This push is particularly directed at individuals whose current hardware doesn't meet Windows 11's stringent...

Recently bought an ASUS Vivobook Model F1605V. I like the screen, it is bright and the feel of the keys is good. Seems like the build quality is good. I've been having an issue with my external hard drive disappearing on occasion. My drive is plugged into a powered USB Hub. When I shut down my...

Few categories of technology products fuel more speculation and passion than the ultrabook and premium laptop segment. Nowhere is this more evident than in 2025, with the competition between Apple, Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm leading to an explosion of innovation, performance, and confusion for...

HP's 14-inch laptop, currently available at Best Buy for $169.99—a $50 reduction from its regular price—offers a compelling option for users seeking an affordable device for everyday tasks. Processor and Performance At the heart of this laptop is the Intel Processor N150, a quad-core CPU capable...

It starts with a creeping sense of digital claustrophobia. You’re not a video editor juggling multi-terabyte files, nor are you running an AI research lab out of your studio apartment. No, you’re just an ordinary Windows laptop user with a desk plant and a bruising collection of browser...

The conversation about upgrading laptops to Windows 11 has migrated from mere tech support circles into the domain of global sustainability, security, and the subtle art of corporate arm-twisting. Imagine, for a moment, an otherwise cheerful laptop—a trusty six-year-old companion—suddenly thrust...

Tariffs and Tech Prices: Why Windows 11 Pro Upgrade is Your Best Bet in 2024 In a world where technology is evolving at lightning speed, the cost of keeping up with the latest and greatest is becoming a growing concern, especially amidst escalating tariffs on imported tech goods. With new import...

I have successfully installed Windows 11 on a more than 12 year old Toshiba Satellite laptop with FlyBy. Startup was a bit slow, but I have replaced the hard disk with a SSD and now the Laptop is running fast and smoothly, and I even have installed all the up-dates. My 13 year old Sony Vaio was...

Hello people, I'm new here and I really love this forum for multiple reasons. I need help regarding upgrading my acer laptop. Currently I have 8GB Ram, 120 SSD installed recently. So basically I use this laptop for work and I work continuously like 12 to 14 hours. I was looking for upgrade...

I have read on Lenovo's website about Lenovo Service Bridge. But I do not understand that much. No matter what Lenovo Service Bridge is for something or why I've used it for it? But I clicked on the icon, and then the program started running. And now more days after, the program is running yet...

Hi, I got a 1080p LCD panel now on my Lenovo T470s and that version can also bee delivered with a 1440p display that has way better RGB tracking. So I'm wondering if it's a good ide to replace the display to a 1440p? The price is only 90USD for it on eBay, and the motherboard is the same on my...

Hi there, I recently installed Windows 10 on my 3-4 years old Acer Aspire laptop, and after fixing the wifi and bluetooth drivers problems I've just found that my DVD drive no longer works! It shows up in My Computer, Device Manager etc and has power and makes whirrs, but it won't read any...

Well I have decided to take the plunge and update to Windows 10 from Windows 7 Pro. At the same time I intend to upgrade the hard drive on my laptop to an SSD. The thing that I am trying to figure out is the cleanest and most effective method to accomplish this. Which one these do you...

Hi, Hoping someone can help me with this as haven't found anything on Google! I had a windows 7 laptop which finally died but before it did a made a system image backup to my external hard drive so I have all the files. How do I load that onto my new windows 8.1 laptop so I have all my files...

Hello everyone, this is my first post by the way. I am currently typing on a Acer Aspire 6935. It originally came with Windows Vista Home Premium and then I bought a copy of Windows 7 Ultimate. It took me a while and when I say a while, I mean about 10 weeks to find ALL of my correct drivers and...

Hi. I have a Dell XPS1645 Studio which came with Windows 7 x 64 bit Professional installed some 3 years ago. Last year I built a new desktop PC for work purposes (research Human Mechanics/ Motion). (Samsung SSD 128G 830, IB i5-3750K CPU, GTX66oTi, 16G xDDR3 Ram, Asus Sabertooth 77 M/B, etc)...