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How to completely uninstall Nvidia drivers
Running into issues with your current Nvidia drivers? Here's how you can remove them from your PC
Regularly updating your GPU's drivers is one of the best things you can do to maintain your PC. From improving stability to enhancing performance and getting rid of bugs, it is also one of the best things you can do to maintain your PC. However, there are rare cases when you might want to uninstall the drivers. For example, you may have corrupt drivers that could result in your GPU not sending any output to your monitor. It’s also possible to run into compatibility issues if you upgrade to a new graphics card without uninstalling the older GPU drivers.
Anker's 10-in-1 USB-C docking station falls to record low with massive price drop knocking $130 off
Get it while you can because this discount knocks 52% off for a limited time, dropping it down to its lowest price ever
If you're looking to expand your current laptop setup with more ports, docking stations are a great way to go if you want to gain the most out of your space. While USB-C hubs are great, docking stations take things a step further with more connectivity and the ability to push devices even further with better expandability. With that said, docking stations can be expensive, with some costing hundreds of dollars.
Razer Blade 16 (2024) vs MacBook Pro 16: Which is right for you?
Apple's M3 MacBook Pro or Razer's latest Blade laptop — find out which of these premium computers is the right fit for you.
When you're on the hunt for the best laptop, there are tons of different computers to consider. The latest MacBook Pro 16 is one of the best Macs, while Razer's newest Blade 16 is one of the best gaming laptops, making it tough to decide between the two.
What I hope large language models can do next
LLMs like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot no longer impress nearly as much, but I'm hopeful they'll be able to do a lot more in the future.
The world of large language models has been slowly ticking along with new improvements and changes over time. We've seen iterations of GPT-4 come as OpenAI continues to improve the model, and advancements like Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) have started to power local solutions like Chat with RTX. There's a lot more that could be happening in the world of language models though, and these are the things that we'd love to see next.
You can now easily spot new features in the Microsoft Store
Stay updated about what's new in the Microsoft Store app.
Be it in the case when Microsoft added the ability to choose drives for game installations to the Microsoft Store or made it easier for users to spot new software in the app, we didn't know immediately when those features were introduced. That's because Microsoft didn't tell us about the latest changes in each Microsoft Store update. Luckily, Microsoft has finally left that limitation behind, well, sort of, by adding a "What's New" section to the Microsoft Store.
This YouTuber shows off running Steam games on a Raspberry Pi 5
Everything's a gaming PC if you try hard enough.
People have been finding some amazing ways to put their Raspberry Pi 5s to good use, from hooking one up to an external GPU to making a dual-screen PC. But while the Raspberry Pi 5 comes with a ton of different potential uses, it doesn't quite have the hardware to be a proper gaming PC. Still, that won't stop people from trying, as one YouTuber proves by installing Steam on their Raspberry Pi 5 and playing games on it.
Microsoft's AI PCs will pack 40 TOPS of performance and run Copilot on your hardware
More details on what an AI PC is has finally come to light.
We know that companies have been working away at supplying the public with AI PCs, but it hasn't been easy to tell exactly what an "AI PC" is. Microsoft has stepped up with its own standards, declaring that all AI PCs running Windows must come with a Copilot key. Now, more details on what Microsoft considers an "AI PC" have come to light, including allowing Copilot to run locally on the computer's hardware and an NPU that can hit 40 TOPS.
How to stream games to your TV with a Raspberry Pi and Steam Link
Using a Raspberry Pi is a great alternative if your TV doesn't support Steam Link natively.
Steam Link has been around for years, with the first dedicated Steam Link hardware released in 2015 and remote play between devices more generally coming in 2019, allowing you to stream games over your home network from a powerful gaming PC to far less powerful clients. Recently, Steam Link has been coming to more and more TVs natively and is now even on iOS and Android. But what if your TV doesn't support Steam Link? Well, there's an easy (and cost-effective) solution! Using a Raspberry Pi is a great way to get Steam Link running on your PC to stream games over your local network.
Google Gemini has been doing well as an online app, but it's still a little shy to appear on mobile devices. It's only available on select models, and if you look for it on the app store on an unsupported device, you won't find it whatsoever. If you're lucky enough to have a supported device, you can download the app, and then select if you want Google Gemini or Assistant will take over as your default mobile helper. Now, Gemini is making its way onto tablets, but it appears you won't be as spoiled for choice as you are on phones.
How to use Nvidia Eye Contact and how well does it work?
Nvidia Eye Contact is a powerful tool for connecting with others. But how well does it work?
Maintaining eye contact is essential to convey the idea that you are engaged with those meeting you on the other side of the camera. Eye Contact, part of Nvidia’s Broadcast application, uses artificial intelligence to maintain your gaze even if you glance in a different direction by processing and adjusting the image from your camera in real-time using your GPU to do the heavy lifting and feeding the optimized result to your video chat of choice. In this guide, we’ll show you how to use Nvidia Eye Contact and answer the question – how well does it work?
How to open the full right-click menu by default on Windows 11
Here's how you can disable the new right-click context menu and bring back the Windows 10-styled full menu on Windows 11.
Windows 11 brought with it a lot of visual changes to Windows, simplifying and streamlining much of the UI, which is generally a good thing. One of the many changes is the context menu in File Explorer, which has a modernized design with fewer options in an effort to look cleaner and easier to use.
6 mistakes to avoid when pairing your CPU and GPU
Buying the wrong CPU or GPU for your build can leave you with limited performance, wasted dollars, or no upgrade path.
In an ideal world, we'd all be building perfectly balanced PCs with the right CPU and GPU combo in every single build. But, we don't live in that world. We exist in one overflowing with data overload, plagued with persistent misinformation, and always short on time. This often leads to making the wrong choice when pairing your CPU and GPU, and building a PC that's severely held back from its maximum potential.
Thunderbolt 5: Everything you need to know
Intel is working on the next generation of Thunderbolt with even faster data rates, although there's a lot we still don't know.
Intel's Thunderbolt technology is a staple of high-end laptops and PCs, offering super-fast connectivity over a single USB Type-C port. While Thunderbolt ports look like any other USB-C port, they offer capabilities you won't find on most of them, with high bandwidth allowing for fast data, high-resolution displays, and even external graphics cards.
Ugreen Revodok Max 208 review: An expensive Thunderbolt dock lacking variety
The Revodok Max 208 offers plenty of USB and Thunderbolt ports, but you'll probably still need adapters. Is there a point?
Thunderbolt docks can expand the I/O selection at your desk, hook up a laptop to a workstation setup, and serve plenty of other needs. Earlier this year, I reviewed the most expensive Thunderbolt dock to ever cross my desk: the $400 Ugreen Revodok Max 213. Now, Ugreen has come out with the Revodok Max 213's little brother, also known as the Revodok Max 208. It has slightly fewer ports, a slightly smaller design, and a slightly more reasonable price tag. However, it's still not a Thunderbolt dock I can recommend to everyone. The Revodok Max 208 has plenty of versatile ports, but lacks a variety of ports. And if you need to connect adapters to your docking station, what's the point?
What are the differences between Intel K, KF, and F CPUs?
Deciphering the Intel processor naming scheme.
Intel makes numerous processors, split into different families. For the desktop, we've got Core i5, Core i7, and Core i9. Within each family are processor stock-keeping units (SKU), for instance, the 14900K. The Intel Core i9-14900K, being part of the Core i9 family, is one of the most powerful chips on sale from Intel. But what does the K mean? There's also an Intel Core i9-14900F, so which is the better processor to buy? I'm going to explain what these suffixes mean and how to pick the right chip for your system.
Score massive savings with 87% off Windows 11 Pro for a limited time
This essential upgrade brings improved productivity, security, and gaming features to your PC.
If you're looking to upgrade or need a copy of Windows 11 Pro for a new PC build, then you're going to want to grab this deal while you can. StackSocial is offering a monster discount on a Windows 11 Pro license that knocks 87% off the $199 retail price, bringing it down to just $24.97 for an extremely limited time. What's great is that you'll be able to use this license on up to two devices.
Hands-on: How to play almost any Unreal Engine game in VR
As long as you have a powerful system, the UEVR Injector mod can make your favorite Unreal Engine games more immersive
Believe it or not, virtual reality Head-Mounted Displays (HMDs) have been around for decades. However, it wasn’t until the mid-2010s that VR headsets finally started to grow in popularity. In the last couple of years, several strides have been made to make PC VR more accessible to the general audience.
What does Google know about me?
In order for Google to personalize ads for you, it has to know as much as it can about you.
The internet is a ubiquitous part of modern life, almost to the point of necessity. You can use the World Wide Web to watch movies and listen to music via streaming services, play tabletop RPGs remotely, and even learn how to repair Windows 11 computer glitches. However, one of the most popular uses of the internet is online shopping. Why brave a Black Friday sale in-store when you can purchase discounted items from the safety of your laptop?
Score this 34-inch Alienware QD-OLED ultrawide gaming monitor at its lowest price ever in limited-time deal
This is the best price we've seen on this fantastic monitor so get it while you can
This is our top pick as one of the best ultrawide monitors on the market in 2024, which means, if you're looking to buy a new monitor for gaming or creative work, this is going to be the one to get. While it's normally priced at $999.99, it's now getting a hefty discount that drops the price down to the lowest we've seen, now coming in at just $777.77 for a limited time. So get it while you can because this deal won't last long.
Lenovo LOQ 15 (15IAX9I) review: It feels like a $750 gaming laptop, but performs better
Lenovo's LOQ 15IAX9I is a $750 gaming laptop that exceeds expectations in some areas, and disappoints in others. Overall, it's a solid value pick.
Announced at CES 2024 earlier this year, Lenovo is set to shake up its lineup of budget gaming laptops next month by releasing the LOQ 15. The idea is simple: if you're on a budget and want to get into PC gaming, Lenovo wants to give you an unparalleled value proposition with the LOQ 15. It's a 15-inch gaming laptop that doesn't have the most premium design, the fastest processor or GPU, or the best-looking display. However, Lenovo has managed to make the LOQ 15 priced at just $750, and that's less than most non-gaming laptops. At that price point, if the LOQ 15 can even play games competently at decent settings and frame rates, it'll be a serious competitor for the best cheap gaming laptop title.