Guides & comparisons: Computing
Recovery drive in Windows 11: how to create one and use it
Make a Windows 11 recovery drive on a USB stick, what it holds, and the gentler fixes to try before using it.
Check TPM for Windows 11: TPM 2.0, Secure Boot and PC Health Check
Run tpm.msc to see your TPM version, then check UEFI and Secure Boot before the Windows 11 upgrade.
Find BitLocker recovery key: where it's stored and how to back it up
Where to find your BitLocker recovery key, and how to back it up before Windows asks.
Windows 10 End of Support Options: Upgrade, ESU or Replace?
Choose between Windows 11, Extended Security Updates and replacing a Windows 10 PC after support ended.
Choosing a home-office monitor: size, resolution and ports
Choose a home-office monitor by checking desk fit, native resolution, laptop output, USB-C and stand adjustment.
How to check laptop battery health on Windows and Mac
Read laptop battery capacity on Windows or macOS, judge the percentage and slow wear with charge settings.
MacBook Neo brings Apple's A18 Pro to a lower-priced Mac
Apple's 13-inch MacBook Neo uses A18 Pro and starts at US$599.
MacBook Air M5 starts with more storage and Wi-Fi 7
Apple's MacBook Air M5 adds a 512GB starting SSD, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.