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Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 vs. Surface Pro 8: New competition

Microsoft's Surface Pro 8 has been at the top of a couple of best-of lists since its introduction. But the Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 represents a new challenger.
Dell XPS 17 9720 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

Dell XPS 17 (9720) review: Almost all the right improvements

The Dell XPS 17 9720 retains all the best qualities of its predecessor while upgrading to 12th-gen Intel CPUs. It's the 17-inch laptop to beat.
Dell XPS 15 9520 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Dell XPS 15 (9520) review: Still the best, only faster

The Dell XPS 15 (9520) picks up where the previous model left off, retaining its best quality and improving performance and battery life.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 review: 7th time’s a charm?

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 updates to Intel's 12th-gen CPUs. It's a solid laptop for businesspeople, but mainstream users might want to look elsewhere.

How to split your screen in Windows 10

To fully take advantage of Windows 10, you need to learn how to split your screen. Follow these instructions, and you'll be splitting your screen in no time.
MSI Summit E14 Flip top angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

MSI Summit E14 Flip review: Speed, battery life hold it back

The MSI Summit E14 Flip is a solid laptop with inconsistent performance and below-average battery life. It struggles to compete with the best 14-inch laptops.
Asus ZenBook S 13 OLED UM5302 front angle view showing display and keyboard deck.

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED review: Tiny laptop, tons of power

The Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED UM5302 is a powerful little laptop with an outstanding display and great keyboard and touchpad at an attractive price.
Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor front angled view.

Dell UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor review: Deep blacks, more power

Dell's updated UltraSharp 32 4K USB-C Hub Monitor uses LG's IPS Black technology for higher contrast and pushes more power to laptops, with an excellent image.
Asus ZenBook S 13 OLED UM5302 front angle view showing display and keyboard deck.

AMD Ryzen 6000 tested in a new Zenbook against Intel’s best

We get an early look at the new Zenbook S 13 featuring the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U. How does it compare to Intel 12th-gen?
Acer Predator Triton 300 SE 16 front side view showing display and keyboard deck.

Acer Predator Triton 300 SE 16 hands-on review: Larger and in charge

The Acer Predator Triton 300 SE 16 adds a larger display to Acer's Triton 300 lineup, along with more power and enhanced thermal design.
Razer Blade 14 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Razer Blade 14 vs. MacBook Pro 14

The Razer Blade 14 and Apple MacBook Pro 14 are outstanding 14-inch laptops. The Blade 14 is better for gamers, but the MacBook Pro 14 is the all-around winner.
LG Gram 16 2-in-1 front angled view showing display and keyboard deck.

LG Gram 16 2-in-1 review: Thin, light, and long-lasting

The LG Gram 16 2-in-1 is a 16-inch convertible 2-in-1 with performance and a display that are best for productivity users looking to multitask.
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Lenovo Legion 5i Pro review: Faster than it looks

The Lenovo Legion 5i Pro is a conservatively designed gaming laptop with excellent performance and a solid build that comes in at an attractive price.
The Acer Chromebook 514 on a table.

Acer Chromebook Spin 514 (2022) hands-on review: Warp speed

The Acer Chromebook Spin 514 now equips a speedy AMD Ryzen 5000 series CPU, making it a very fast, if expensive, Chromebook with a solid build and good looks.
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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.
Kickstand on Asus ROG Flow Z13.

Asus ROG Flow X13 vs. Asus ROG Flow Z13

The Asus ROG Flow X13 and ROG Flow Z13 are both tiny, gamer-oriented 2-in-1s. Which is right for you depends most on which form factor you prefer.
The MacBook Pro with the default wallpaper, which hides the notch.

MSI Creator Z17 vs. Apple MacBook Pro 16

The MSI Creator 17 and Apple MacBook Pro 16 are two fast laptops out to win the hearts and minds of creative buyers. But only one can win this shootout.
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The best alternatives to the MacBook Pro 16-inch

The MacBook Pro 16 is arguably the best laptop you can buy for creators, but it's not the only excellent option. Here are some Windows machines that compete.
Razer Blade 17 angled view showing display and left side.

Razer Blade 17 vs. MSI Creator Z17

MSI and Razer both make 17-inch laptops with tons of power and good looks. Which is better for both creators and gamers?
The Start Menu pulled up on the Surface Pro 8.

Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 vs. Microsoft Surface Pro 8

The Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 and Microsoft Surface Pro 8 are both excellent laptops. But the Surface Pro 8 is better at achieving its specific objectives.
A MSI Creator Z17 laptop sitting on a green table.

MSI Creator Z17 review: One-upping the MacBook Pro?

The MSI Creator Z17 checks all the right boxes for a 17-inch laptop, including a fast 12th-gen CPU and discrete GPU. But it's also incredibly expensive.
The Surface Laptop Studio in Stage Mode.

Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio

The Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 gains from Intels 12th-gen in its productivity speed. But the Microsoft Surface Laptop studio pulls ahead with its discrete GPU.
Dell XPS 13 9310 Featured Image showing display and keyboard deck.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Carbon vs. Dell XPS 13

The Dell XPS 13 has held onto the top spot in a few of our best-of lists for several years now. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Carbon aims to dethrone it.
HP Spectre x360 14 front view showing display and keyboard.

Why you should be using your laptop’s high performance mode

Most laptop manufacturers are adding performance tuning utilities to their machines. Here's why they matter, and why you should use them.
Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 laptop sits on a small desk.

Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 review: Striking design, great performance

The Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 received a serious makeover in its seventh generation, with outstanding performance and a stunning design.
Fortnite running on a Macbook M1.

Apple MacBook Pro 13 M1 vs. Dell XPS 13

The Apple MacBook Pro 13 M1 might be getting a little long in the tooth, but it still gives the excellent Dell XPS 13 a run for its money.
The logo on the palm rests of the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9.

The best ThinkPad laptops

The Lenovo ThinkPad line is one of the most iconic among laptops, and it offers durability and an aesthetic that stands out in the crowd.
The HP Spectre x360 16 sits on a desk with it's keyboard folded under, allowing it to stand.

MSI Summit E16 Flip vs. HP Spectre x360 16

The MSI Summit E16 Flip is a large convertible 2-in-1 that checks a lot of important boxes. But it can't quite keep up with HP's excellent Spectre x360 16.
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HP Elite Folio vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio

The HP Elite Folio and Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio are almost identically designed pull-forward 2-in-1s. But that's where their similarities end.
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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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How to delete an Outlook account

If you delete your Outlook account, all your other data is taken down from the server also. If you are willing to take that route, we're going to show you how.
The Google Drive Logo.

How to share files on Google Drive

Google Drive is an excellent platform for sharing your files. Depending on the size of your file, the process shouldn’t take long. Let's see how it's done.

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.
An Acer Swift X 16 sits open on a coffee table.

Acer Swift X 16 hands-on review: A tantalizing preview

The Acer Swift X 16 promises great performance thanks to an Intel 12th-gen CPU and Intel Arc graphics. Here's a look at a pre-production unit due in June 2022.