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The Zenbook S 14 on a table in front of a grass lawn.

I compared a new Intel laptop with the previous gen. The difference was stark

I compared a new Intel laptop with a previous-gen model, and it showed how big the improvements are.
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An Apple MacBook Pro 14 sits open on a table.

Just buy a new laptop? Here’s how to know if you should return it

You've just laid out a pretty penny for a brand-new laptop. Now, take a few minutes to make sure it's in good shape before deciding to keep it.
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Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE front view showing display and keyboard.

Acer took another shot at a gaming Chromebook — does it hold up?

The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE leverages a surprisingly good display and good enough performance to make a budget gaming laptop that can work for some people.
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Cleaning a laptop fan with air blower.

How to clean a laptop fan

Cleaning your laptop fan is an important step in maintaining your machine for the best performance. Here, we provide a simple guide to get you started.
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HP EliteBook X G1a front angled view showing display and keyboard.

HP might have the fastest AI laptop to date — and I tried it

The HP EliteBook X G1a is among the first in HP's new business lineup and a member of the new class of "Next Gen AI PCs." It's a lovely, well-built machine.
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The Zenbook S 14 on a table in front of a grass lawn.

This Asus laptop handily beats the XPS 13 — and it’s cheaper

Dell's XPS 13 9345 pits Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite against Intel's Lunar Lake in the Asus Zenbook S 14. Which laptop best shows off its new chipset?
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The Zenbook S 14 on a table in front of a grass lawn.

It’s official — Intel now holds the Windows battery life crown

Several new chipsets have hit Windows laptops in the last few months, offering better performance and battery life. Which of them provides the best combination?
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Asus ProArt PX13 front view showing display and keyboard.

Asus pits AMD’s performance against Intel’s efficiency

The Asus ProArt PX13 was one of the first with AMD's Ryzen AI 9 chipsets, and goes up against the Asus Zenbook S 14 with Intel's Lunar Lake. Which is better?
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The lid of the Zenbook S 14.

I compared two brand new Lunar Lake laptops — here’s what I’d buy

The Asus Zenbook S 14 and ExpertBook P5 are two of the first Lunar Lake laptops. The Zenbook shows off the chipset's efficiency, but the ExpertBook is cheaper.
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Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 (7445) front view showing display and keyboard.

Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 (7445) review: one thing holds it back

The Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 (7445) leverages a moderately fast AMD chipset to offer up an appealing price. But too many compromises get in the way.
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The screen of the ProArt PZ13 on a wooden table outside.

This Asus tablet nearly beats the Microsoft Surface Pro — and it’s $700 cheaper

The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 and the Asus ProArt PZ13 are the two best detachable tablet 2-in-1s. The Surface Pro 11 is more refined and more expensive.
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Asus ExpertBook P5 front view showing display and keyboard.

Asus ExpertBook P5 review: Lunar Lake laptops aren’t created equal

The Asus ExpertBook P5 is one of the first laptops using Intel's new Core Ultra Series 2. It's not the best representative, though.
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Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid front view showing display and keyboard.

Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid review: part Android, part Windows

The Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 5 Hybrid is a fascinating concept combining a Windows laptop with an Android tablet. It has its charms, but one flaw stands out.
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The Surface Laptop 7 on a table in front of a window.

The best Snapdragon X Windows laptops you can buy right now

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X chipset ushered in Microsoft's Copilot+ PC initiative with excellent performance and battery life. Here are the best laptops so far.
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The back of the Surface Pro 9, with the kickstand pulled out.

8 best 2-in-1 laptops in 2024: tested and reviewed

The 2-in-1 market has exploded over the last several years, with convertible notebooks and tablets of all kinds. Here are the best models available.
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How to create a pivot table in Excel to slice and dice your data

Here's how to create a pivot table in Excel to slice and dice your data, letting you perform in-depth analyses and spot important trends.
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How to find duplicates in Excel

Microsoft Excel is perhaps the most powerful spreadsheet application you can buy. But it also has some simple functions, like finding duplicates in data.
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How to add a column in Excel

Adding a new column to either an entire spreadsheet or just a portion is an easy thing to do in Microsoft Excel. Here's how.
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The ProArt PZ13 detachable on a table.

Asus ProArt PZ13 review: look out, Surface Pro

The Asus ProArt PZ13 is the second CoPilot+ detachable tablet, and it's a solid competitor. Most attractive, though, is its price, which offers a ton of value.
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How to merge and unmerge cells in Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel has numerous powerful data analysis functions, but sometimes you need to do something simple like merge some cells. Here's how.
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The best password managers for 2024

The internet can be a scary place, especially without a proper password manager. Here's a list of the best password managers you can get right now.
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Asus ProArt PX13 top down view showing keyboard.

This incredible laptop does something the MacBook Air never could

The Apple MacBook Air M3 is a great 13-inch laptop with a lot going for it, including exceptional battery life. The Asus ProArt PX13 has speed on its side.
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Dell XPS 13 9345 front view showing display and keyboard.

These two laptops reveal the big difference between AMD and Qualcomm

The Dell XPS 13 pits Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite against the AMD Ryzen AI 9 chipset found in the Asus ProArt PX13. Which makes for the better next-gen laptop?
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A person using MS Word.

How to print labels from Word

Whether you need labels for one envelope or a mass mailing, printing them from Word will save you a lot of time and a ton of hassle. Herés how to do it.
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The Zenbook on a surface.

Asus Vivobook S 15 review: new chip in a throwback laptop

The Asus Vivobook S 15 is a solid addition to the growing stable of Copilot+ laptops. It's fast enough, gets good battery life, and it's reasonably affordable.
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Microsoft word document.

How to alphabetize lists in Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word can alphabetize lists with just a few quick keystrokes. Here's how to do it.
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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 front view showing display and keyboard.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 review: holds up surprisingly well

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 is a reasonably fast 14-inch laptop with very good battery life. It would be a better option for business if it had a lower price.
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The keyboard and lid of the ProArt P16.

I pitted my two of my favorite powerhouse Windows laptops against each other

The Asus ProArt P16 and Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 are strong competitors, offering great performance and quality displays. But one is a lot less expensive.
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The keyboard and lid of the ProArt P16.

Finally, a MacBook Pro rival that has what it takes

The Apple MacBook Pro 16 is arguably the best large laptop you can buy today. But it's also expensive and macOS-only. That's where the Asus ProArt P16 comes in.
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The Asus ProArt P17 on a brick surface.

The XPS 16 is good, but this powerful Windows laptop is even better

The Asus ProArt P16 is the latest laptop to aim for the Dell XPS 16. It's packing AMD's latest chipset and a 4K+ OLED display. Is that enough to compete?
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The Acer Swift Edge 16 open on a table.

Acer Swift Edge 16 review: light but too breezy

The Acer Swift Edge 16 is thin and light with a lovely OLED display. But its poor battery life and flexible lid and chassis set it back among today's best.
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The app store open on a MacBook Pro.

The best Mac apps for 2025: top software for your Mac

Wondering what to install on your Mac? Look no further than our list of the best Mac apps, including everything from excellent productivity tools to security.
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The Asus ProArt P17 on a brick surface.

Asus ProArt P16 review: the MacBook Pro competitor I’ve been waiting for

The Asus ProArt P16 leverages AMD's newest chipset for excellent creativity performance. And it's less expensive than most of its competitors.
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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.
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