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Whether you're a Windows convert new to macOS or are curious about life on the “other side,” here are the key file system differences between the PC and the Mac that you need to know to seamlessly transfer files and data between the two systems.

Back in the day, messing up in a game didn't just set you back—it completely ended your run. While many modern games are difficult, they’re rarely punishing. This can completely kill the stakes, and it's why I want real punishment to make a comeback.

Are you avoiding Linux because you've heard NVIDIA support is a nightmare? Or do you want to buy a new NVIDIA GPU for your current Linux PC and are wondering about potential issues? Well, here are five distros with native NVIDIA graphics support that should work perfectly from day one.

Compared to most other forms of entertainment, video games haven't been around for long. Despite this, almost every gaming genre has dramatically changed since its inception, which makes it easy to forget where they all began.

Honda is giving its best-selling SUV a rugged twist for 2026, and it’s more than just a styling update. With the Trailsport trim, this SUV gains real off-road upgrades, like all-terrain tires, improved ground clearance, and revised suspension tuning.

Do you ever wish you had a way to message people long-distance without the need for cell networks or a Wi-Fi connection, or even satellites? You're going to want to hear about a tiny, cheap radio I bought and connected to my smartphone.

Are you still installing apps on your NAS from your manufacturer’s app store? It’s time to stop. I only trust Docker for installing apps on my NAS, instead of using a native app store. Why? Well, there are several reasons, and almost all of it centers around security.

There isn’t much I love more than a good crime thriller, and these days, they’re all over the place. With their gritty narratives and intense character performances, we can’t get enough of them. They’re fascinating little mysteries, and when they’re based on or inspired by actual events, they’re even better.

Another week in the Android world is behind us, and this one was just as eventful as any other. One of the sneakily great features in Google Messages is getting better, we're seeing even more of the Pixel 10 in leaks, Home Assistant is getting a nice update, and more!

Whether you're nostalgic for a bygone era or want to experience a period of gaming that's older than you are, playing retro games on modern hardware is easier than ever. Best of all, there's a platform to suit every taste, budget, and form factor.

There was a time when phones had buttons for more than just volume. It might be ancient history now, but navigating an Android phone used to be a very different experience. The journey from physical clicks to fluid swipes has been a long one—let's take a look back.

The Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro with Sound by JBL is a great way to add atmosphere to any room. With a variety of eye-catching light modes, a powerful speaker, and an array of preset white noise options, it's great for both a peaceful night of sleep and an energetic dance party.

Recently, I wrote that the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max, Amazon's very best streaming stick, was over 40% off. If you read that one late, or if you missed it completely, don't worry, because I have an even better deal for you right now.

The rise of RCS has allowed for way better communication between Android phones and, more recently, has helped bridge the gap between iOS and Android messaging-wise. With this improvement, your experience might be about to get a lot better if you rely on voice messages a lot.

In my search for a media center front-end, Home Assistant server, media server, and do-everything-else computer, I briefly considered buying a Raspberry Pi. Then I caught wind of the used Mac mini market, and it was clear which direction made more sense.

Anker is a brand name known for affordable, yet reliable accessories. It was also briefly a name you could find on 3D printers, but that’s come to an end. Anker's foray into the world of 3D printing seems to have fizzled out, leaving owners in an unfortunate situation.

Learning to play guitar used to cost a lot of money, if you wanted to learn quickly and didn’t know anyone who would teach you for free. However, the internet has completely changed how people learn new skills, making it possible for beginners to the world of guitar playing to pick to it up quickly and easily, often without spending a dime.

You probably know by now that Pebble is back. Everyone knows that. But the marketing for these products couldn't quite use the term "Pebble." Now, that's changed, and nature is healing.

Whether you're leading a business meeting, teaching a class, marketing your latest product, or presenting your research findings, PowerPoint is a powerful program that can make your content pop. Here are six tools that can take your presentation to the next level.

If you've felt the itch to get back into classic games, but you want to do it using original hardware and media, then you may have experienced some sticker shock when browsing sites like eBay or just your local classifieds. Was it always this expensive to pick up an old console and some games?