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Ian Paul-

Ian Paul

About Ian Paul

Ian Paul is a freelance writer with over a decade of experiencing writing about tech. In addition to writing for How-To Geek, he regularly contributes to PCWorld as a critic, feature writer, reporter, deal hunter, and columnist. His work has also appeared online at The Washington Post, ABC News, MSNBC, Reuters, Macworld, Yahoo Tech, Tech.co, TechHive, The Huffington Post, and Lifewire. His articles are regularly syndicated across numerous IDG sites including CIO, Computerworld, GameStar, Macworld UK, Tech Advisor, and TechConnect.

Latest Articles

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How to Generate SSH Keys in Windows 10 and Windows 11

Creating SSH keys is easy, and you have a few different ways to do it.

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5 Awesome PC Accessories to Buy in 2023

Pick up these accessories and make your PC experience that much better.

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10 Quick Steps to Increase PC Performance

Want a faster PC? Here are some quick tips for boosting performance.

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What Is a Secured-Core PC for Windows 11?

And how does it compare to your home PC?

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What's New in Fedora 36

Is this the Linux release that will make you switch? Let's find out.

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What's a Good Internal PC Temperature?

We all know it's important to keep the processor and GPU cool, but what about the rest of the PC?

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PCIe 6.0: What's New, and When Can You Get It?

PCIe 4.0, PCIe 5.0? That's old news. The PCIe 6.0 specification just got published promising massive speed bumps. Here's what to expect.

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5 Linux Alternatives for Windows PowerToys

PowerToys are a fantastic tool for Windows users, but Linux fans can play too. Here's how.

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Features
What Is a CPU Socket Type? CPU Socket Types Explained

If you're building a PC (or just upgrading a CPU), CPU socket types are a critical concept to understand.

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3 Critical Stats Every PC Gamer Should Monitor

Keep an eye on gaming PC's health with these three stats.

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How to Set Up Dual Monitors in Windows 11

Want to get started with multiple monitors in Windows 11? Here's how.

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Computer Hardware
What Is Microsoft's Pluton Security Processor?

Microsoft's newest security solution is coming to a CPU near you.

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Computer Hardware
What Are "IOPS", and Do They Matter?

When shopping for SSDs, do you need to pay attention to IOPs? Know what to look for.

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Features
What's the Difference Between Sequential and Random Read/Write Performance?

Let's take a look at why they're key performance metrics for PC storage.

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What Is an External DAC, and Do You Need One for a PC?

An external DAC could improve your sound quality---but do you need one?

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How to Enable Wake-on-LAN in Windows 10 and 11

Wake-on-LAN is an old trick, but a good one for activating your PC from across the house.

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Features
Which Old Components Can You Reuse When Building a New PC?

Want to save money when building a new PC? These are the parts you can reuse (and those you shouldn't).

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What's New in Fedora 35

Fedora 35 is here. Take a look at what's new in this latest iteration of Red Hat's free distro.

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Features
Why Sublime Text Is Great For Writers, Not Just Programmers

Try incorporating plain text into your writing workflow with the Sublime Text editing program.

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