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How to check SSD health on a Windows PC

A storage drive, be it a solid-state drive (SSD) or a hard disk drive (HDD), is one of the most important components of a PC.
Batteries power our favorite electronic devices, but they're not meant to last forever. The good news is that Windows laptops have a battery report feature that breaks down whether your battery is ...
You bought the best laptop, but the more you use it for gaming or everyday productivity, the more you might be wondering about battery life. That's because batteries don't always hold their full ...
Luckily, there are a few ways to monitor your SSD’s health using SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) built into storage devices and software utilities that interface with it.
When it comes to PCs, most users expect a reliable and lag-free experience. The boot up process takes only seconds, programs open almost without delay, and videos run smoothly. But every now and then, ...
Not running compatibility checks across all components is one of the more common PC building mistakes one can make, which can lead to a frustrating experience with returns and further delays for the ...
Windows 10 support ends soon. Here’s how you can upgrade to Windows 11 for free, check compatibility, and install it safely ...