Summary Just about everyone agrees that a dual-screen (orultrawide) desktop monitor setup can improve productivity, but what about laptops that promise to pack the power of dual screens into the body of a normal unassuming laptop body? What Is a Dual-Screen Laptop? As the name suggests, a dual-screen laptop is simply a laptop that has two separate screens built into its design. There have been different approaches to this over the years, but the most successful is almost certainly ASUS' approach with it’s line of DUO laptops such as the ROG Zephyrus DUO 16 or the ZenBook Pro Duo laptops....

Quick Links Summary There are tons of ways to share your thoughts on the internet these days. Writing long posts on your personal blog is largely a thing of the past, and that’s thanks to something called “microblogging.” You may not know the term, but there’s a good chance you’ve microblogged before. We can prove it. Microblogging vs. Blogging While it’s true that the term “microblogging” is not super common, the concept isn’t new....

If you’re looking for a computer for school, a MacBook Air may seem like the default choice. But there might actually be a better option: two devices. A Mac Mini and an iPad make for a killer combination for students. The Benefits of a Mac Mini The Mac Mini is, hands down, the best small computer for a dorm. It’s got a tiny footprint—five by five inches, and only two inches tall—and sits comfortably under any monitor....

Summary I seem to get emails almost every week informing me that one of my online accounts has been part of a data breach and that personal information such as my email address and other contact information has been leaked. One breach was so severe that the company involved gave me a year’s free access to a credit and identity monitoring service. If you use the same email address and password for multiple accounts, a single breach can put all your accounts at risk....

Quick Links TheGTAfranchise isn’t just iconic, it’s the gold standard. It’stheopen-world video game that everybody knows and loves, thanks to its realistic cities and polished gameplay. WhileGTA VIis right around the corner, I wanted to highlight a few similar games to help you warm up for the big release. What better game to start this list with than Rockstar Games' second most famous game franchise?Red Dead Redemption 2is a lot likeGTAbut set in the Wild West, so instead of criminals and hustlers, you get cowboys, outlaws, and gunslingers....

Quick Links So you just got a Steam Deck, and you’ve probably even played a few games. But did you know that your Steam Deck is a fully fledged Linux PC? Here are some apps you should install in Desktop mode. Enter Desktop mode by pressing and holding the Steam Deck power button while in Game Mode, then choosing “Switch to Desktop” and waiting a few moments. To get back, use the “Return to Game Mode” shortcut on the desktop....

Quick Links 1Passwordis a well-known password manager with a solid reputation and a good track record. Is it the right pick for you, though? I took a long, hard look at 1Password to see how it works and if it stands up to the competition. The short answer is that 1Password is one of thebest password managersout there, maybe even the best. Though it could be a smidge cheaper and there are some small usability issues, overall it’s a solid password manager and is almost guaranteed to keep your online accounts safe....

Quick Links Summary Whether your app is located in the Start Menu, on the desktop, or somewhere else,launching it with administrator rightsis extremely easy on both Windows 11 and Windows 10. We’ll show you how to do just that. Run as Admin from Windows Search or Start Menu If you search for and open your app using Windows Search (or Start Menu search) on your Windows 11 or 10 PC, you can run your app as an admin by searching for your app,right-clickingit, and selecting “Run as Administrator....

Quick Links Samsung’s Galaxy Watches are among the most feature-loaded smartwatches out there, so much so that it could be difficult for users to explore every option. Hence, we’ve compiled a list of five hidden features every Galaxy Watch owner must know about. Lock Your Galaxy Watch’s Screen Whether you want to keep your personal data safe or you’ve set up Samsung Pay onyour Galaxy Watch, you can lock the smartwatch so that it requires a pin or a passcode to unlock....

Netflixpours a lot of money into its own original productions, but the streaming service is also home to many great licensed movies from across the decades that stand up to the test of time. However, it’s not always easy to find these. To save you wading through the garbage, I’ve singled out fantastic five movies that are available to stream on Netflix this week. 1988 Runtime 1 hour 30 minutes...

Summary Ubuntu has long been the face of Linux for many users. It’s often the first distro people try when switching to Linux. But sometimes, you outgrow your first love. That’s what happened to me and Ubuntu. Here are five key reasons I decided to move on. These 5 Things Drove Me Away From Ubuntu The name Ubuntu is ubiquitous with Linux. In fact, some might be under the impression that Ubuntu means Linux and vice versa....

Quick Links PC gaminghas a lot going for it, but thanks to some persistent myths, many potential PC gamers are hesitant to make the leap from consoles. Here are six of the most pernicious myths in PC gaming that won’t die. PC Gaming Is Expensive The myth that PC gaming is an exorbitantly expensive hobby has been circulating for years, but it’s high time we put this outright falsehood to rest....

Some of the best movies are remakes. Think of Carpenter’sThe Thing,Cronenberg’sthe Flyor Pacino’sScarface. These movies are amazing, and many people don’t even realize they are remakes of older films from a previous era. However, these are rare exceptions. Most of the time when Hollywood reboots or remakes a film, it ends up being hot garbage—but why? 6Nostalgia Isn’t Narrative Hollywood loves nothing more than easy marketing through brand recognition. It’s the same reason we see so many sequels....