I finally learned what those USB port colors mean — and I’ve been using the wrong ones all along
USB-A ports are everywhere, from laptops and monitors to TVs, gaming consoles, and even cars. They’re the familiar, rectangular connectors […]
My BIOS update USB saved my PC from bricking
I’ve had a bit of an odd configuration on my desktop PC. The motherboard I bought wasn’t up to date
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This free app turns any USB into a PC security key
I have all but moved on from password to passkeys, where possible, as a safer alternative to typing a long
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USB-C roulette is real, and only some of your ports are actually fast
You’d think plugging a cable into a port would be effortless by now. After all, we’ve spent decades perfecting USB
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This free and open-source tool made my USB drives way more useful
It’s important to always keep a USB recovery media ready. It can help you troubleshoot Windows by booting it into
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I built a portable PC diagnostic USB with my favorite tools—and it’s open-source
Windows has some great diagnostic tools for fixing PC issues, but what if you could create one USB drive with
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I Cloned My Windows Setup—Now My Workflow Goes Wherever I Do
Carrying your entire OS around on a flash drive can come in handy, especially if you don’t have a laptop.
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How to Fix Your Smart TV With Just a USB Stick (It’s Easier Than You Think)
If your smart TV is horribly out-of-date, has difficulty connecting to Wi-Fi, or you’re troubleshooting, a simple USB stick has
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10 Practical Uses for a USB Flash Drive You Didn’t Know About
You’ve used USB sticks to transport files between computers and back up files. But did you know that they’re handy
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5 Ways You Should Use Your Smart TV’s USB Port
You’ve probably noticed the USB port on your smart TV, but have you ever actually used it? That little port
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