The attraction of a home server, such as Windows Home Server, is obvious for any household with several computers. But even if you have just one PC, the technology offers significant benefits — such ...

Building your own PC is kind of like cooking: deeply satisfying if you know what you're doing, mildly traumatic if you don't. Pre-builts, meanwhile, are microwave meals. Not bad, not great, and ...

The early 2020s were grim times for PC builders, but the stars and parts are aligning to bring DIY desktops back into favor. Our expert makes the case for busting out your screwdriver. I have been a ...

If you're looking to get into PC gaming, there are two popular ways to do it. You can opt for a pre-built PC that will essentially be like buying a console. You'll order it, have it delivered, and all ...

Would you pay $3,600 a year just to store your files? That’s the price Google quoted for 20TB of cloud storage, an eye-watering sum that forces you to question the value of convenience. For many, the ...

There are a growing number of network-attached storage (NAS) hardware available from Chinese companies like UGREEN, Beelink, AOOSTAR, and MINISFORUM. But why buy an entirely new computer if you’ve ...

Do you like fiddling with computers and fancy the idea of taking on a more advanced project? Then I have a suggestion: Build your own router/firewall. With a router running a more advanced operating ...

The question of prebuilt versus custom PC is one that’s faced by nearly every PC owner at some point, be they enthusiast gamers or casual users. After all, getting a prebuilt desktop is a lot easier, ...

Raspberry Pis are useful for all sorts of tasks, and there are plenty of potential projects you can use them for. Here are ...

Step-by-step assembly of a custom DIY gaming PC, showcasing essential components and process for building a personalized, high-performance computer from scratch. Pixabay, Lixxe Building a computer ...