macOS startup items and launch agents explained

macOS startup items and launch agents explained. If your Mac feels slow when you log in, or apps keep opening on their own, this is usually why. There are two main things that run automatically on a Mac: • Startup items – apps set to open when you lo...

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Apr 16, 2026
Windows protections against malicious .rdp files

Windows protections against malicious Remote Desktop (.rdp) files are becoming more important as attackers look for quieter ways into PCs. An .rdp file is normally just a shortcut that opens a Remote Desktop connection. Businesses use them every day....

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Apr 15, 2026
MSI RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop Deal: What to Know

The MSI RTX 5080 gaming laptop deals are starting to pop up — and on paper they look incredible. Before you jump in, here’s what I tell customers in my workshop. A powerful GPU like the RTX 5080 is only part of the story. In a laptop, performance dep...

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Apr 13, 2026
Secure Boot & TPM: Startup Security Explained

Secure Boot and TPM: How Modern PCs Protect Your Data at Startup When you press the power button on a modern PC, there’s a quiet security check happening before Windows even loads. Two key features are working behind the scenes: Secure Boot and TPM....

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Apr 12, 2026
Windows Insider just got simpler

Microsoft has simplified the Windows Insider program — fewer channels, and you can switch between them without wiping your device in many cases. If you’re not familiar, Windows Insider is the early-access programme that lets you test upcoming Windows...

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Apr 11, 2026
Common Windows security myths debunked

Common Windows security myths debunked: what actually keeps your PC safe I hear these all the time in my workshop — and they’re the reason many perfectly good PCs end up infected. Myth 1: “I’ve got antivirus, so I’m fully protected.” Antivirus helps,...

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Apr 09, 2026
RAM vs VRAM: what your PC is actually using

RAM vs VRAM: understanding what your PC actually uses and why it matters I’m often told, “I’ve got loads of memory, so why is my PC still slow?” Usually, we’re talking about two different things: RAM and VRAM. RAM (system memory) is what your compute...

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Apr 07, 2026