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Samsung SSDs on table.

13 Things You Must Do When Running an SSD in Windows

When using an SSD in Windows, there are a variety of ways to help extend SSD life to get more out of your PC and drive.

By Crystal Crowder – Jul 4, 2025

External hard drive next to laptop.

When An SSD Upgrade Is Not Worth It

Are SSDs always the best option? Take a look at this internal hard disk drive vs. SSD comparison to see when HDDs are actually better.

By Crystal Crowder – Mar 10, 2025

Copying files in Windows.

6 Easy Ways to Copy a Large Number of Files Quickly in Windows

Tired of Windows taking forever to copy files? Try these methods to copy files quickly in Windows, including third-party tools.

By Crystal Crowder – Oct 1, 2024

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10 Things to Consider Before Building a Gaming PC

When building a gaming PC, there are a few essential things to keep in mind before you start ordering the parts.

By Tanveer Singh – May 28, 2024

A hard drive and SSD on a desk

How to Clone Windows 10 to an SSD

Running Windows 10 on an SSD gives you faster boot time and a speedy system. Cloning Windows 10 to an SSD is the best way to do this.

By Tanveer Singh – Apr 3, 2024

SanDisk SSD lying on a surface

6 Fixes for SSD Not Showing Up in Windows

A new SSD not showing up in Windows can be linked to various reasons. This guide shows how to fix each of them.

By Tanveer Singh – Mar 31, 2024

RAM modules installed in a PC next to CPU cooler

What Are RAM Disks and How Do They Work?

Using your RAM as a RAM disk for storage can unlock unprecedented transfer speeds. But it’s not without its drawbacks.

By Tanveer Singh – Mar 12, 2024

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What You Need to Know About NVMe SSD

And NVMe SSD represents the pinnacle of storage technology. But what makes them faster and better than SATA SSDs? Let’s find out.

By Tanveer Singh – Mar 10, 2024

Gigabyte Aero white graphics card

The Best Gaming PC Parts to Prepare Your PC for 2024

If you want your gaming PC to remain high-end even for 2024’s most demanding games, here are the best gaming PC parts to upgrade to.

By Tanveer Singh – Dec 13, 2023

Hand holding a black Samsung SSD near an open PC

8 of the Best SSDs for Gaming

Choosing the best SSD for gaming can be tough if you need to decipher marketing fluff and technical info. This guide makes the job easier.

By Tanveer Singh – Dec 8, 2023

Close up of Black Samsung SSD against a grey background

DRAM or DRAM-less SSD? What’s the Difference?

In a time when SSDs have virtually replaced all HDDs, this guide examines DRAM vs DRAM-less SSD and helps determine which you should buy.

By Tanveer Singh – Nov 17, 2023

Learning how to check SSD health in Linux with Samsung SSD.

How to Check SSD Health in Linux

Afraid your SSD might be starting to wear out? Learn how to check SSD health in Linux using several commands and GUI tools.

By Crystal Crowder – Nov 12, 2023

Check Your Ssd Health On Macos

How to Check SSD Health on Mac

Curious about your Mac’s longevity in terms of its storage? Learn how to monitor your SSD and mitigate common storage issues.

By Farhad Pashaei – Aug 27, 2023

Ps5 Storage Feature

How to Increase Your PS5 Storage Space

Are you running out of space on your Play Station 5 hard drive? This guide will show you how to add storage to your PS5 console.

By Ryan Lynch – Jul 26, 2023

A photograph of two NVMe SSD cards.

How to Enable TRIM For SSD in Ubuntu

An SSD is one of the best investments that you will make when upgrading your PC. Learn how you can prolong it using TRIM in Ubuntu.

By Ramces Red – Mar 21, 2023

PC monitor showing Cyberpunk 2077 launch screen

What Is DirectStorage in Windows 11?

Wondering what the fuss is about DirectStorage? This guide shows how DirectStorage works and what it means for PC gaming in 2023 and beyond.

By Tanveer Singh – Mar 10, 2023

SSD and boxes on a desk

6 of the Best Tools to Clone Windows to SSD

Cloning Windows to a new SSD instead of reinstalling it can save you hassle. Here are six of the best tools to clone Windows to an SSD.

By Tanveer Singh – Dec 27, 2022

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OWC Mac Upgrade Kit and Blu-ray Review

This review looks at an OWC Mac upgrade that includes an SSD drive, enclosure, Blu-ray drive, and useful tools to tear down the Mac.

By Phil South – Dec 5, 2022

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Netac ZX20 Portable Solid State Drive Review

Offline storage and backup can be a big problem, and USB sticks are so easy to lose. This leaves room for the Netac ZX20 Portable Solid State Drive.

By Phil South – Aug 11, 2022

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SATA vs. NVMe: Which One Should You Get for Your SSD

Confused by the options with SSD? We can help!

By Crystal Crowder – Jul 26, 2022

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