Tech Takes

For decades, Intel® has made the most trusted CPUs on the market, but the thicket of model numbers, names, and generations can make it challenging to choose the best Intel Core CPU for your PC.

Below, we explain the Intel processor brands, generations, and models in plain, easy-to-understand English. We’ll also look at naming conventions, so when you see Intel Core™ i3-8145U or Intel Core i7-10510Y, you’ll know exactly what each part of the name means.

We also demystify the Intel CPU generations and “Lake” monikers, and the latest Intel processors – 11th Generation – and how they support

The idea of laser toner cartridge recycling sounds like it has benefits for our ecosystem, but what’s the harm if you don’t participate? Well, throwing empty toner or ink cartridges into the trash means they go into the landfill, a practice that’s becoming a problem for our planet.

The stats are sobering, and according to National Geographic [1], only 9% of plastics are actually being recycled. It takes more than 400 years to break these materials down and only 12% is incinerated, making the potential for a plastic crisis a reality.

Doing nothing could worsen the problem of the 8 million metric tons of plastic that get into our waterways each year, so taking small steps now is necessary. And it can start with what you buy and how you deal with your trash.

HP® has taken the initiative

Finding a computer that packs enough power for your needs but is also portable can be challenging. And that’s exactly why HP ProBook laptops have become a popular choice over the past few years. Plus, with so many options available, you can find one that can handle the tasks you have now and still fit you well into the future.

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Your PC’s BIOS software is one of the most important elements that control the operation of your computer. BIOS is the system that prompts your computer’s operating system to start up when you turn on your computer. The BIOS is generally embedded in a chip on your computer’s motherboard. You can think of BIOS as your computer’s first responder, activating the operating system that allows you to connect with different applications and functions on your computer. This is an essential part of your PC’s functionality, and keeping it updated can help improve your system’s responsiveness and resolve existing software bugs. Now that you know what BIOS software does, let’s discuss when you might want to initiate a BIOS update, and how to update BIOS on Windows 10.

A VPN can be used to protect your data from insecure networks and guard it against unauthorized users. It uses encryption and a network of servers to secure your data and communications from outside interceptions. Each VPN service has a unique protocol for how they protect your data, which we’ll get into later.

Technology is well-integrated into our daily lives. Whether you’re at work, on-the-go, or at home, it’s likely you’re connected to the internet. This constant connection makes our lives easier and allows us to keep up with our family and friends wherever we are.

We love to share our lives with our social media pals, but most of us don’t want even our closest Facebook friends or online dating partners to have access to our sensitive data like social security numbers or credit card information. This is where a VPN can come in handy.

The model number represents the components and features that define your product. There could be 10,000 HP products with the same model number. The product number identifies your HP product within a series. 1,000 HP products could share a product number. Serial numbers are unique to an individual product.

The technology used in computer monitors has changed dramatically over the last decade. It’s now possible to find laptops and displays that feature incredibly dynamic screens, and you don’t have to pay an exorbitant amount for them. Also, we’re all spending more and more time on our devices, so it makes sense that we want our displays to help make our experience better.

This is why many consumers are choosing to purchase OLED (organic light-emitting diode) technology. While LCD screens were the norm for many years, the tech has improved enough that screens can now make their own light, allowing for better graphics and crisper images.

An OLED laptop is a device that relies on organic material (carbon and hydrogen) in order to create light. The tech uses