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How to upgrade the RAM on your laptop

Learn how to upgrade RAM on your laptop to improve speed and performance.
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Best desktop computer deals: The cheapest PC deals today

If you need a new PC, you should check out the desktop computer deals that we've rounded up here, ranging from affordable devices to high-end gaming machines.
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The best VPNs for school

The best VPN for school is the one that works, and we found several fast VPNs that obfuscate traffic to break through network restrictions.
Apple Mac Mini 2018

Best Mac Mini deals: Save over $100 on an Apple desktop

MacBooks may be all the rage, but Apple fans shouldn't overlook the Mac Mini — and here's a handful of the best Mac Mini deals you can score online right now.
Apple Mac Studio and Studio Display.

Best Apple Studio Display deals: Save $299 on 5K monitors

If you're looking for Apple Studio Display deals, you've come to the right place. Here are the top offers for the 27-inch 5K monitor, including a 16% discount.
A HP 250 G9 laptop on a white background.

This HP business laptop with Copilot is over $900 off

The HP 250 G9 laptop is a great choice for businesses or students on a budget. It's on sale now at HP.
Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 laptop sits on a small desk folded like a tent.

Best 2-in-1 laptop deals: Turn your laptop into a tablet for $349

For devices that are both reliable and versatile, you might want to check out the best 2-in-1 laptop deals that we've rounded up across different retailers.
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The Dell XPS 13 is finally on sale again

The Dell XPS 13 hasn't been on sale much lately but that's all change today. Here's why you want it in your life.
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Best laptop deals: Save on the Dell XPS 14, MacBook Pro 16 and more

If you're on the lookout for laptop deals, we've rounded up the best bargains that you can shop right now involving devices by brands like HP, Apple, and Dell.
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More AI may be coming to YouTube in a big way

The "brainstorm with Gemini" experiment marks Google's second foray into including AI assistance in the YouTube creative process.
The Dell Latitude 5340 on a white background.

The most popular Dell business laptop is on sale: from $1,629 to $869

Dell has discounted the Dell Latitude 5340 by a huge $760 making it a very appealing business laptop for home workers. Here's why we like it.
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The new Mac mini may be almost as small as the Apple TV

The latest Mac mini model is due before the end of the year and rumors suggest it's going to be a lot smaller than its predecessor.
RAM installed in slots.

How to check how much RAM you have on Windows and Mac

Knowing how much memory, or RAM, that your PC has can help you better plan which applications to install and use. Here's how to find out.
The G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo DDR5 memory seated on a motherboard.

DDR6 rumors: everything we know about the next-gen RAM

DDR6 is the next generation of memory that's coming down the pipe, and though it's early days, the performance potential of this RAM is exciting.
The OpenAI desktop app showing the text input window

The ChatGPT app for Mac just got this helpful new feature

Using Option + Space, the ChatGPT app for Mac can now open up side by side with other apps.
RAM installed in slots.

How to enable XMP to run your RAM at full speed

You'll be able to run your memory to its full potential with our quick guide on how to enable XMP.
Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

This new patch might finally fix the issues with Intel CPUs

Intel's partners are beginning to release microcode patches that might fix the problems with 13th- and 14th-gen processors.
Lenovo Legion Tower 5i with RTX 3060 gifts for PC gamers

Back to school… gaming PC? Save over $500 in Lenovo’s sale

It’s time to upgrade that desktop! Save over $500 on the Lenovo Legion T Series Tower when you order the powerful PC through the manufacturer.
PC power supply in a case.

Decades of PC building advice was just overturned

The 80 Plus certification has been the marker of a quality power supply for decades, but it's slowly biting the dust.
Corsair Dominator Platinum memory installed in a PC.

How long does RAM actually last?

RAM is one of the most crucial components inside your PC, but how long will it last before you need to replace it? We know the answers.

What is RAM? Here’s everything you need to know

RAM, or memory, is one of the most important components of your PC, but what is RAM? We explain what RAM does, how much you need, why it's important, and more.
The Ryzen 5 7600X sitting among thermal paste and RAM.

I tested the Ryzen 5 9600X against the best budget gaming CPU — here’s the winner

AMD's new Ryzen 5 9600X wants to be the next go-to budget gaming CPU, but it doesn't manage to beat the old guard.
A NASA astronaut uses VR to explore the Lunar Gateway.

Watch NASA astronauts use VR to ‘explore’ upcoming lunar space station

NASA astronauts have been having fun trying out VR goggles that take them aboard a representation of the upcoming lunar space station.
Asus Vivobook Pro 16X OLED sitting on a table top.

This Asus laptop with an OLED display is $500 off right now

The Asus Vivobook Pro 16X, featuring a 16-inch OLED screen and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card, is down to $1,300 from Best Buy for savings of $500.
An HP Omen 17 laptop on a desk.

The best 17-inch laptop deals from HP, LG, Razer, and more

If you want a large display on your next laptop you can add some savings to your cart with the best 17-inch laptop deals, which we've rounded up right here.
Acer Nitro V

Best Acer laptop deals: From Chromebooks to gaming laptops

There are a lot of great laptop brands to pick from, but Acer makes a lot of solid and budget-friendly options.
Samsung 990 PRO SSD over a dark background.

Best SSD deals: Samsung 990 Pro discounts

If you're looking to upgrade to a high-speed SSD, then these deals will save you a pretty penny.
The Galaxy Book4 Edge on a table.

How students and teachers can save 30% off new Samsung tech

The Samsung Education Offer Program will allow students and teachers to prepare for the new school year by buying Samsung devices with up to 30% discounts.
The Arc A770 graphics card running in a PC.

Intel’s highly anticipated new graphics card is releasing before the end of the year

A conference held by Intel and Asus reportedly confirmed the release date of Battlemage graphics cards, and it's coming up quickly.
The Acemagic mini gaming PC on a white background.

This super unique mini gaming PC is nearly half off today

Amazon has a great deal on the intriguing Acemagic Gaming Mini PC which is ideal for light gaming. Here's what it offers.
The Google Chrome logo on a smartphone.

This new Google Chrome feature could make the internet more pleasant

Google Chrome is working to make tipping your favorite sites easier by using Web Monetization to send micro payments. Here's how it works.
The Kingston Fury Renegade DDR5 memory modules in white.

How to clear your RAM cache (and why you probably shouldn’t)

Clearing your RAM cache is often touted as a way to improve system performance, but it can actually slow it down. Here's how to do it anyway.
The Dell Inspiron Desktop on a white background.

Hurry! The Dell Inspiron desktop is on clearance today!

Dell has a great discount on a well-specced Dell Inspiron Desktop. With a saving of $330, here's why you might want it in your life.
The Dell Inspiron 24 All-in-One PC with a colorful image on the screen.

Dell’s (cheaper) version of the iMac is on sale today

Dell has a great discount on the Dell Inspiron 24 All-in-One making it a great bet for anyone short on space but in need of a desktop PC.
Senior Editor, Computing

Luke Larsen is a Senior Editor at Digital Trends and manages all content covering laptops, monitors, PC hardware, and everything else that plugs into a computer. Luke joined Digital Trends in 2017 as a native Portlander, happy to join a media company that called his city home. His obsession with technology is in observing the ebb and flow of how technological advancement and product design intersects with our day-to-day experience of it. From digging into the minute details to stepping back and seeing the wider trends, Luke revels in telling stories with tech.

Before working at DT, he worked as Tech Editor at Paste Magazine for over four years and has bylines at publications such as IGN and The Oregonian. When he’s not obsessing over what the best laptop is or how Apple can fix the Mac, Luke spends his time playing designer board games, quoting obscure Star Wars lines, and hanging with his family.