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When most people think of computer hardware they think in terms of CPU type, memory and storage space.
But when it comes right down to it, the components we use to repeatedly interact with our computers are just as important. [Read more…]
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A while back I had an opportunity to check out and review an awesome 4 port USB compact wall charger from Anker.
I was so impressed with that particular charger that I decided to check this one out as well.
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As you probably know, a battery backup / UPS device can help protect your computer and other sensitive electronic gear from the hazards and inconvenience of power blackouts and brownouts.
And if your home or small office is located in an area that’s served by an unreliable power grid, it’s absolutely essential that you have your computer and other important equipment plugged into one.
I’ve tested and reviewed a number of these devices over the years, and for the most part they have all been quite reliable and effective.
I’ve been using a CyberPower PR1500LCD Smart App 1500VA/1500W Sinewave UPS for about two years now and I can tell you that it’s hands-down the best UPS device I have used to date.
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Most of us who remember the good ole days of MS-DOS and Windows 1.0 also remember the first time we used a mouse with our PC.
Whether it was to control a graphics-intensive game or lay out a document in a desktop publishing program, the power and flexibility provided by the computer mouse quickly became apparent.
Mice have changed quite a bit from the rudimentary devices that we first used back in the day. [Read more…]
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I’m sure you’ve noticed just how many portable chargers there are to choose from these days.
Truth be told, there are so many to choose from that deciding on the best charger for keeping all your devices up and running can be a daunting task.
I have always preferred the Anker line of portable chargers because of their exceptional durability and ease of use.
That’s why I was excited to open my mailbox the other day and find that I’d received an Anker 20000mAh PowerCore Essential 20K Portable Power Bank for review.