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What happen to genius mouse brand?
Is there a simple guide (URL?) to clean (fresh) install windows on a pc via USB?
You may consider me to be a newbie. I would prefer being able to have the OS de-bloated and I can get a windows pro key (will most probably purchase it later). Currently i’m on windows 10 pro and I plan to migrate to windows 11 pro.
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Which way are the fans supposed to go? I am also confused as to know which way the fans on the cpu cooler go.
I have a laptop that I want to start using again. I want to get rid of all the junk and random programs. But scared to delete and disable usefull stuff or actual programs my laptop needs. Like how do I know what is total junk / malware and what I shouldn’t touch
Want to get a new gaming PC,
Should I go with a pre-built with a 4090 for $2999.99
Or should I go with a custom build I have one parted out with a 5080 for around $2499.99
should i get a rtx 3070ti or arc b580 for my ryzen 7 5700x if i can get both for under $300?
Bought a an AM5 mobo ram deal few days ago to upgrade my pc .
I currently have an Intel 4790k and a 1660ti. Planning on swapping cpu mobo ram out but I’m not sure if I should wait on prices to drop even though it won’t be anytime soon or if I should just pull the trigger on a 9700x of alixpress? Not a heavy gamer but I do like to play triple AAA like the new MGS is a big reason I upgraded.
I need budget upgrade(s) for my pc for better performance. Which part do I replace first? Budget is like $400 for now. Purpose: gaming.
Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-4670 CPU @ 3.40GHz 3.40 GHz
RAM: 8,00 GB
Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Portable SSD 250GB
HD 250GB
How do I search for specifications of my motherboard: socket type, available expansion slots and power supply requirements, I mean where can I find which specific motherboard do I have?
I would like to build a new pc but with all the graphics card supply issues it looks bleak to me. What would be your recommendation to go for at this time in cost effectiveness?