ZDNET's key takeaways Frequent computer maintenance is key to keeping your desktop performing at its best for years after purchase.It's an important habit to build early on, and most tools you'll need ...

You can pay for third-party PC optimization software to make your computer run more smoothly, but Microsoft PC Manager does ...

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Computer monitors get dirty pretty fast! They’re excellent magnets for dust, dirt, fingerprints, and the occasional grime. A dirty monitor impairs your viewing experience and allows for germs to ...

Smartphones, laptops, headphones and other electronic devices are essential for work and play in our daily lives. But all that time spent typing, scrolling or listening also means our devices ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Computer monitors and television screens have only grown in complexity and fidelity as the years have gone by. Liquid-crystal displays, better ...

Contrary to popular belief, your computer needs cleaning more frequently than you might think. Experts suggest that regular cleaning can prevent performance degradation and hardware failure, much like ...

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You probably look into it more than your life partner’s eyes, yet when you stare at your computer screen, you’re doing so through smudges, lint, and grime that make websites harder to read and put ...

With a newly installed Windows PC, only a few system services and programs start. The resource requirements are correspondingly low and the operating system responds ...

Mary-Elisabeth is an associate writer on CNET's How-To team. She's a recent graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill's English Department, and resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. On the How-To team, she covers a ...