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I want to love Linux, I really do. The problem is, I can’t. I’ve tried time and time again to run Linux as a desktop operating system, and these four problems keep pushing me right back into Microsoft’s deathly hold.

SAVE $504: As of April 14, get the Samsung 40-inch Odyssey G7 curved gaming monitor for $696.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,199.99. That's a discount of 42%.

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When it comes to gaming, a great monitor is an absolute must. Samsung has a range of excellent premium gaming monitors, and the latest deal we scouted on one of its biggest options is well worth stopping and paying attention to.

As of April 14, get the Samsung 40-inch Odyssey G7 curved gaming monitor for $696.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $1,199.99. That's $504 off and a discount of 42%.

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This large and in charge display boasts a 21:9 WUHD panel with a 1,000R curve that makes you feel like you're right in the middle of your favorite game. It has a 180Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time to give you that much-needed lag-free leg up on the competition as well, so you can enjoy racing games, shooters, and other adventures without your monitor dragging you down.

No matter whether you're gaming or watching shows and movies on this display, you'll get ultra crisp colors, shadows, and contrast as well thanks to VESA DisplayHDR 600. There are also plenty of opportunities for multitasking given the monitor's ultrawide resolution as well, so it's not just optimal for gaming.

If you're ready for a considerable upgrade when it comes to your gaming setup, this monitor is one to pick up. At the very least, it's a great monitor pick in general, even if you have no interest in games but just want a competent ultrawide option to upgrade.

Trevor Noah addresses the elephant in the room in his latest Netflix special, Joy in the Trenches.

Filmed at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C., the former Daily Show host's comedy set hit the streaming service on Tuesday. Noah covers myriad topics about the state of the world, U.S. politics, and social media, including the time Donald Trump threatened to sue him over his Epstein joke at Grammys.

"It hits different when you're in the crosshairs," he says. "I'm not gonna lie, it's pretty crazy."

At the start of the set, Noah speaks about hosting The Daily Show for seven years, where he covered Trump and his administration every week, and essentially assumed the president would come after him at one point, which he didn't. "Then I left The Daily Show, and I relaxed like an idiot in a horror movie," says Noah.

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In February, when hosting the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, Noah announced Song of the Year winner Billie Eilish, then delivered the joke that irked the president: "That is a Grammy that every artist wants almost as much as Trump wants Greenland, which makes sense because Epstein's island is gone, he needs a new one to hang out with Bill Clinton." (Trump and former U.S. President Bill Clinton are known to have associated with the convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein; both have denied they visited Epstein’s private island, Little St. James, a central location for his crimes).

Opening Joy in the Trenches, Noah takes the audience through what happened after the Grammys, when he flew back to Boston, getting thumbs ups from fellow passengers, and received an avalanche of messages — all while his phone was off.

"I turned on my phone and honestly, I thought the thing was malfunctioning, because it started vibrating before the icons popped up," he says. "Every app was going crazy: iMessage, WhatsApp, Twitter, Instagram, even Uber Eats was like, 'Yo, you got some hot shit coming in, man.' I went to my messages, and everyone I've ever known in my life had texted me. Everyone. From kindergarten teachers onwards."

Noah explains, of course, he finally saw the post from Trump on his own platform, Truth Social, which the president posted just after the Grammys aired. Here, onstage, Noah reads the entire Truth Social post to the audience "because I don't want to misquote anything." Yelling every time Trump uses capitals (which is often), Noah runs through every quote from "The Grammy Awards are the WORST, virtually unwatchable!" to Trump's denial that he's "never been to Epstein Island, nor anywhere close."

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Watching Noah's response to each of these lines is worth watching the special alone, including Trump's statement: "The host, Trevor Noah, whoever he may be, is almost as bad as Jimmy Kimmel at the Low Ratings Academy Awards."

"You can't say 'the host, Trevor Noah, whoever he may be,' because that is exactly who I may be," Noah says. "I understand he was trying to dismiss me, but you said my full name and my job title on the night. You can't be dismissive and be vague and specific at the same time. That's not how that works. 'Whoever he may be' — I be nobody else. There is no may in this equation. That is exactly who I be."

"It hits different when you're in the crosshairs." - Trevor Noah

Of course, Noah addresses the fact that Trump threatened that "it looks like I’ll be sending my lawyers" to sue the comedian for defamation, then concluded, "Get ready Noah, I’m going to have some fun with you!" — a line Noah seizes upon for its undeniably creepiness.

"That last line is something: Get ready Noah, I’m going to have some fun with you! You know, if you're not trying to sound like a sexual deviant, you this is not the line I would recommend."

Noah gets real at one point, not sure how to react to the whole thing, and not knowing whether he'll actually be sued by Trump or not (depends on the week with the president, really). Trump has not filed a formal lawsuit in federal or state court.

"I'll be honest with you, I don't know how to feel, because I don't know how this will play out," Noah says. "With him, there is no knowing."

Trevor Noah: Joy in the Trenches is now streaming on Netflix.

I spend a lot of my time tinkering with my smart home. Most of the time, the changes that I make are improvements, but sometimes they can make things worse. There have been plenty of occasions when I've had to roll back automations that have gone too far.

TL;DR: Amazon third-party sellers have the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Display Box listed from $239.82 with free shipping, but Walmart has now dropped it even lower to $188.

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Compared to the expensive Ascended Heroes, Perfect Order is one of the Pokémon TCG’s most affordable expansions right now. And you can now jump right in with this Booster Box that works out to just $5.22 per pack.

As of April 14, Amazon sellers have the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Perfect Order Booster Display Box listed from $239.82 with free shipping, down from the usual $279.99 list price. Walmart has now pushed the box all the way down to $188, which makes it the clear front-runner for anyone trying to rip a full booster display without paying close to $300.

Over at TCGplayer, the current market price for the Perfect Order Booster Box sits at $208.63, while the listed median is $223.97. The lowest comparable unopened English listing shown comes out to $205 after shipping, so Walmart is still comfortably ahead there.

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At $188 for 36 packs, you’re landing at about $5.22 per booster pack before tax. With 10 random trading cards per pack, the Perfect Order contains 120 cards focusing on Pokémon and characters from the Pokémon Legends: Z-A video game — including valuable SIR chase cards of Mega Zygarde ex, Mega Clefable ex, Mega Starmie ex, and Meowth ex. 

For even more booster packs at a great price, you can grab the Pokémon TCG’s Perfect Order Booster Bundle for as low as $39.49. What’s more, the Perfect Order Elite Trainer Box is at a new low price — now available for under $70 at Walmart.

I was tired of paying for online storage to keep my Windows PC backed up, so I decided to figure out how to back it up to my NAS. Syncthing made that backup process easy, simple, and automatic.

The shift away from traditional TV to on-demand watching gives us more choice and control than ever. Yet it does feel like we've lost something. Having to constantly choose what to watch rather than something just being on isn't always ideal. But now I've found the solution. Coax is an app that takes my Plex library and makes it feel just like cable TV.

The Raspberry Pi lineup is mostly used for tinkering or self-hosting, but with a little bit of planning, it can also be a valuable productivity or security tool. Here are 5 ways to put a Raspberry Pi to use at home or in your backpack while you're on vacation.

Safety equipment is one thing that should never be compromised. Preventative measures can help keep you and your family safe from carbon monoxide and fire dangers. Though unimaginable, such threats should be monitored. Thankfully, current technology can offer peace of mind.

I've been using the Linux shell for about 20 years. Although I found it powerful from the beginning, there are some things I wish I'd known when I first used it.

SAVE $4: As of April 14, the Lego Super Mario: Mario Kart Standard Kit has been marked down to $15.99 at Amazon. That's $4 off its list price of $19.99.

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If you've recently watched The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and are looking for more from Nintendo's beloved plumber, it's worth checking out some of the Mario-themed Lego sets that are available to build. At the moment, some are even on sale, including the delightful Lego Super Mario: Mario Kart Standard Kit at Amazon.

As of April 14, this Lego Mario Kart Standard Kit is on sale for $15.99 at Amazon. Usually it's listed for $19.99, so this offer saves you a few extra dollars. Not to mention, it's also just cents away from its lowest-ever price of $15.95, so why not pick it up now?

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This Lego Mario Kart Standard Kit set is a smaller build, coming with just 174 pieces. These create the Standard Kart from Mario Kart, a little workstation, and it even comes with a fun Toad pit crew figure. That's not all, though: The car itself has some awesome extras, including a detachable super glider, rotating wheels for moving it around, and a launch function for firing off shells.

Mashable's Timothy Beck Werth found a lot of enjoyment in the shell-firing mechanic of these Mario Kart sets. In our Pocketworthy series, he wrote that these kits are, "small and simple enough that you can build them quickly with young kids, who will appreciate the turtle shell-firing mechanism as much as I did."

If you're hoping to pick up this Lego Super Mario: Mario Kart Standard Kit, don't miss out on this great deal at Amazon.

I haven't owned a desktop PC in years, having moved to gaming laptops that better fit my adult lifestyle where I don't want to spend my gaming time tied to a desk and like to move around the place. So, as a consequence, it's been a while since I've had to put a build together, and I don't want to get rusty!

GoPro has announced its new Mission 1 Series, 8K cameras aimed at prosumers, professionals, and content creators. Widely known for its action cameras, GoPro is now turning its attention to videographers who are after a compact and durable device capable of delivering cinematic results.

The reveal of a new GoPro camera series will come as a surprise to many who were anticipating a Hero 14 Black announcement instead. Targeted at capturing action and adventure activities, GoPro's previously annual Hero Black releases took an unexpected break last year. As such, the most recent camera in the series remains the GoPro Hero 13 Black introduced in 2024. 

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Though GoPro's senior director of hardware product management Clark Weber told Mashable that the company remains "strong believers in the action product category," they aren't giving any hints as to when the next Hero Black camera might arrive. Instead, the company is focusing on broadening its appeal to less predominantly action-oriented content creators, such as filmmakers, vloggers, and video podcasters.

"If your video podcast is crappy you're going to lose an audience really fast. There's a demand for higher quality," Weber told Mashable. "To stand out you're going to want footage that is a little more cinematic."

Enter: the GoPro Mission 1 Series.

GoPro Mission 1 Pro: The flagship 8K cinematic camera Credit: GoPro

The main attraction among GoPro's new camera series is its flagship Mission 1 Pro. This camera features a 50MP one-inch sensor, the largest sensor in any GoPro camera thus far, allowing for improved low-light performance and 14 stops of dynamic range. 

The Mission 1 Pro further benefits from GoPro's new GP3 processor, which was unveiled in March. The five-nanometre system-on-a-chip includes an AI Neural Processor Unit (NPU), which GoPro claims helps the GP3 double the GP2's pixel processing power.

GoPro's Mission 1 Pro is capable of filming 4:3 Open Gate video at 8K 30fps and 4K 120fps, as well as 16:9 video at up to 8K 60fps, 4k 240fps, and 1080p 960fps (enabling a maximum 32X slo-mo). This is a notable resolution upgrade compared to the GoPro Hero 13 Black, which reaches a maximum of 5.3K 30fps at 8:7, or 60fps at 16:9. The Mission 1 Pro is further able to take 50MP RAW photos, with burst capture up to 60 per second, while the Hero 13 Black maxes out at 27.13MP RAW.

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Assuming good airflow, GoPro states that its Mission 1 cameras will be able to record for around three hours at 4K 30fps on one fast-charging 2150mAh Enduro 2 Battery, or five hours at 1080p 30fps in Endurance Mode (one of 13 capture modes). It also has features such as subject tracking, which will use its 8K image sensor to deliver a 4K shot following a selected object. The Mission 1 Pro lens' native field of view (FOV) is 159-degrees, three degrees wider than the Hero 13 Black.

Though less targeted at action users, the Mission 1 Pro retains GoPro's signature durability. The camera's waterproofing allows it to be submerged up to 20 meters (66 feet) in water without any casing, twice as deep as the Hero 13 Black. Its body has raised buttons for ease of use when wearing gloves, as well as a removable lens hood to reduce glare and lens flare. GoPro further states that its large rear OLED display is 14 percent larger than its previous flagship cameras. 

GoPro Mission 1 Pro ILS: A mirrorless camera for professionals Credit: GoPro

For professionals who want the ability to swap out their camera lens, GoPro also unveiled its new Mission 1 Pro ILS. Largely identical to the Mission 1, the Pro ILS distinguishes itself by being mirrorless and not shipping with the GoPro Mission 1 lens. Instead, the Pro ILS has an interchangeable lens mount in its place, allowing the camera to be used with Micro Four Thirds (MFT) lenses and adapters.

If you typically default to GoPro's preset modes, you're better off sticking with the Mission 1. However, if you're more seriously into filmography and use various lenses, the Mission 1 Pro ILS offers that flexibility.

Importantly, the Mission 1 Pro ILS is weatherproof, not waterproof, so shouldn't be dunked in the ocean for some cool underwater shots. It's still durable even so, with GoPro claiming that it's "the world’s smallest, most rugged and versatile high-speed cinema camera."

GoPro Mission 1: An entry-level cinematic camera

The last camera in GoPro's Mission 1 lineup is the entry-level Mission 1. This camera is mostly the same as the Mission 1 Pro and PROL ILS, however its video resolution options are more limited than its siblings. The Mission 1 is capable of 4K 120fps Open Gate 4:3 video recording, as well as filming 16:9 videos at 8K 30fps, 4K 120fps, and 1080p 240fps. Like the Mission 1 Pro, it's waterproof up to 20 meters (66 feet).

GoPro Wireless Mic System: A DJI Mic competitor Credit: GoPro

GoPro has also unveiled several accessories to accompany its new cameras, including a redesigned Mission 1 Media Mod, a Point-and-Shoot Grip, an ND Filter 4-pack, and Protective Housing that can waterproof the Mission 1 or 1 PRO for up to 60 meters (196 feet). 

Most interestingly, GoPro has made a big move into audio with its new Wireless Mic System, a competitor to DJI's creator-loved lapel mics. Considering the challenges DJI is facing to its U.S. business, creators in the country may appreciate an alternative that's easier to get their hands on.

More comparable to DJI's Mic 2 than the newer Mic 3, the GoPro Wireless Mic System can record 48kHz 24-bit audio as well as a -6dB backup track to help mitigate clipping, and has both noise reduction and adjustable gain — all features found on the DJI Mic 2. It lacks the 32-bit float and automatic adaptive gain of the DJI Mic 3, but does use a similar magnet and clip system to attach the transmitter to your clothes.

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The transmission range of the Wireless Mic System sits at 150 meters (492 feet), which is considerably shorter than the DJI Mic 2's 250 meters (820 feet), and less than half of the Mic 3's 400 meters (1312 feet). Even so, most users likely won't need to record so far away from their subjects. GoPro states that its Wireless Mic System offers 6.5 hours of runtime per mic, which is comparable to the Mic 2's six hours but shorter than the Mic 3's eight. Its charging case also holds two more full charges, so you can top up your transmitters on the go. 

Though the GoPro Wireless Mic System doesn't seem to offer anything new, its similarities to the DJI Mic 2 still stand it in good stead considering how beloved the latter remains. Whether the Wireless Mic System is a tempting alternative to DJI's popular offerings may come down to its price.

GoPro Mission 1 Series: Price and availability

GoPro hasn't yet announced pricing for its new Mission 1 camera series or accessories. However, Weber told Mashable that the cameras are aimed at prosumer or professional users, offering cinematic picture quality at a comparatively affordable price point.

Pre-orders for the GoPro Mission 1 Pro and Mission 1 will begin May 21, with availability starting May 28, while the Mission 1 Pro ILS will be available from the start of Q3 2026. The new Mission 1 accessories will roll out starting this May through Q3.

Last week, GoPro announced plans to lay off approximately 145 employees this year, or around 23 percent of its workforce. The company reported a $9 million loss in Q4 2025, capping off a rough few years as it faces increasingly tough competition from rivals such as Insta360 and DJI. GoPro's new Mission 1 Series suggests the company is now aiming to improve its prospects by broadening its audience appeal.

I'm not going to sugarcoat it: Dating, at any age, can be a nightmare, especially if you're looking for love in all the wrong places (or, sometimes, even if you're looking in the right places!). But brand-new data from eharmony has given me some hope for dating in my elder years.

Today, eharmony released its "Redefining Love After 40" report (which makes sense, since that's the site's main demo according to research firm SSRS), and the stats are promising, to say the least. Pop culture loves to make dating after 40 look tragic and desperate (e.g., The 40-Year-Old Virgin, The Golden Bachelor, Hitch, and so on) but as it turns out, hitting your 40s, 50s, or 60s might be the best thing that could happen to your love life (though considering the rising STI rates in these demographics, it's clear older daters are having a lot of fun — just remember to use protection!).

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Eharmony's data (compiled from a survey of 3,016 U.S. singles in Feb. 2026) shows that singles in these age brackets aren't settling. Instead, they're stepping into a "chapter of possibility" with nothing holding them back, according to 23 percent of respondents. In fact, more than half (56 percent) said that turning 40 finally gave them more time to focus on themselves, and 21 percent see it as a chance to completely reinvent themselves. I do love this era of reinvention — like how divorce is giving women a way to become themselves again — but that's a topic for another time.

Here's exactly why dating after 40 isn't the horror story everyone makes it out to be.

Most people in their 40s know how to communicate.

I won't pretend there aren't emotionally immature people out there who are 40+ (please see one of my favorite tweets of all time), but eharmony's data does suggest that by this time, daters are emotionally ready for something more.

Sixty percent of daters between 40 and 49 said they're emotionally ready for a new long-term relationship. They're also cognizant of their mistakes: 44 percent of that same age group (and 46 percent of 60- to 69-year-olds) say the biggest lesson they took from past relationships is the importance of communication.

Daters in this age group are also more honest about what they want, even if it doesn't fit the traditional mold. While 15 percent of 40-somethings want companionship without the labels, that number jumps to 21 percent once you hit the 60- to 69-year-old demographic.

The sex is just better.

Nearly half (48 percent) of 40-somethings, and 61 percent of 50-somethings, say they feel more confident expressing exactly what they want in bed now than ever before. And, I think the best part of those stats is that most daters say they want an emotional connection before things get physical — specifically, 37 percent of daters in their 40s and 53 percent in their 60s.

Plus, 36 percent of the 40-49 crowd say they enjoy sex way more simply because they care less about what their partners think of their bodies. What a relief that must be! I'm not saying we all need to go full Danny from HBO's Neighbors and start strutting around a Florida nudist resort in a yellow thong (if you haven't seen it, I recommend doing so immediately), but I'll take that level of over-the-top confidence over being 22 and insecure any day.

Peace and prosperity are #goals.

By the time you hit your 40s and 50s, you've likely spent years building a life, a career, and maybe a family, so you're naturally less likely to let someone come in and wreck it. According to the report, daters in this demographic are actively rewriting the rules to protect their sanity. In fact, about 32 percent of 40- to 49-year-olds would consider maintaining completely separate households even in a long-term relationship to reduce blending stress and preserve their own routines.

Messy financials are also a major deal-breaker. For singles in their 60s, irresponsible spending (55 percent), living beyond their means (57 percent), and excessive debt (57 percent) are all reasons to immediately end a relationship.

They're not waiting around for a meet-cute.

While the meet-cute is the #dream, daters in their 40s have realized that if you're not on the apps, you're basically guaranteed a dry spell; 31 percent of singles who refuse to use them have been single for over a decade. (I know those stats hurt a little.)

Currently, 36 percent of 40-something singles are dating, and that number drops to 20 percent for singles in their fifties. Nineteen percent of 40-somethings, meanwhile, are actively swiping to find a relationship. So while they know the ropes, they might be taking a break. It might not be as romantic as a rom-com, but at least the people you're meeting know how to communicate (which is half the battle, right?).

Alienware is making OLED more accessible in the AW2726DM, its new 27-inch gaming monitor. Announced Tuesday, April 14, the display offers a vivid QHD (2,560 x 1,440) QD-OLED screen at the surprisingly reasonable price of $349.99. It's available now on Dell's website.

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OLED is a premium display technology that produces high contrast and deep black levels. Panels with upgraded QD-OLED (quantum dot OLED) tech are even brighter and more colorful than regular OLED panels, and thus usually more expensive. Mashable's Leah Stodart, who covers OLED TVs, tells me that the AW2726DM should be especially good for gaming in well-lit rooms.

OLED and QD-OLED gaming monitors from big-name brands like Asus, Dell, LG, MSI, and Samsung normally retail for at least $500 unless they're on sale, according to Best Buy's listings. Up until now, Alienware's QD-OLED monitors have started at $549.99 with the 27-inch AW2725D from mid-2025.

Alienware AW2726DM gaming monitor specs The AW2726DM monitor features 178-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles. Credit: Alienware The stand is tiltable, swivelable, and height-adjustable. Credit: Alienware

The AW2726DM boasts a 0.03ms response time and buttery 240Hz refresh rate, two other premium gaming features. Its tiltable, swivelable, and height-adjustable stand can be used horizontally or vertically. Here's a look at the rest of its spec sheet:

• 16:9 aspect ratio

• 178-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angles

• 111ppi pixel density

• DCI-P3 99 percent color gamut

• AMD FreeSync Premium support and VESA AdaptiveSync certification for smooth performance

• Two HDMI ports (with support for up to 120Hz refresh rates), one DisplayPort (with support for up to 240Hz), a security lock slot, and a headphone jack

• Three-year OLED burn-in warranty

Last year's AW2725D had an even better 280Hz refresh rate, a brighter screen, two extra USB ports, and support for up to 280Hz over its HDMI ports and DisplayPort — hence its higher price.

The AW2725D also supported Nvidia's G-Sync technology, which allowed it to match its refresh rate to Nvidia GeForce GPUs' framerates to minimize stuttering and screen tearing. The newer, cheaper AW2726DM monitor can only do this with AMD Radeon GPUs via AMD FreeSync Premium.

Fancy gaming monitors aren't the only Alienware hardware that's getting more accessible in 2026. The company, which has a reputation for making futuristic yet costly gaming gear, previewed a new entry-level gaming laptop at the Consumer Electronics Show back in January. It will arrive sometime later this year at "our most accessible price point yet," per a blog post.

The first thing I do with a new Samsung Galaxy phone is download Gboard—Google's mobile keyboard. There's little argument that Gboard is the superior option, but Samsung's own keyboard is so much worse that it saddens me to think that many owners of these phones don't even know they can just swap it out for something better.

Google Photos is one of the best services for cloud photo management, with backups, AI search, and a convenience that makes it worth the fee. Depsite people loving this service, a common idea is that you should have your own private cloud storage. While it isn't very hard to set up a network-attached storage (NAS) drive, it's not as simple as it seems. If you are contemplating cutting the cloud cord, you should think twice. The seemingly free and private world of self-hosting comes with many harsh truths, and you may not want the responsibility of being a full-time, unpaid system administrator.

Practicality has become one of the biggest reasons buyers continue to flock to SUVs, but getting useful space, strong versatility, and family-friendly features doesn’t always require a premium budget. In 2026, several affordable SUVs are proving that smart packaging and thoughtful design can deliver everything most drivers actually need without pushing prices into uncomfortable territory.

Like many of you, I used to love renting VHS tapes and later DVDs from brick-and-mortar stores. Not only was it a fun experience and way to meet new people, there often was no other way to see the movies you wanted.

So you've downloaded yet another app to make your PC faster. But then you realize, this is the 12th time you installed bloatware that's just slowing down your device. Fortunately, Windows PowerShell commands can suffice for many of these Windows problems you face.