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What is an SSD?
By John Loeffler published
If you've ever wondered "what is an M.2 SSD?", we've got you covered. This space-saving storage solution is one of the best investments you can make in your laptop or PC.
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Faster SSDs are finally coming, but your motherboard might not be ready
By John Loeffler published
Computex 2023 PCIe 5.0 SSDs are faster than anything else on the consumer market, but you're going to need to rethink your case setup if you want to use the very best.
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This water-cooled SSD from XPG is one of the coolest things I've seen at Computex
By John Loeffler published
Computex 2023 This water-cooled PCIe 5.0 SSD prototype from XPG was shown off at Computex 2023, and I want one
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What is an SSD?
By John Loeffler published
If you've ever wondered "what is an SSD?", you're not alone. This essential data storage device is one of the most important specs to look for when buying a new laptop or PC.
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Google is making a major change to your business storage - but don't panic
By Mike Moore published
Switch to pooled storage should give businesses a simpler and more flexible approach, Google Workspace says.
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Today's best hard drive deal is this 1TB EasyStore on sale for just $64.99
By Allisa James published
This 1TB EasyStore hard drive is now under $70, a great price for the perfect portable external gaming hard drive.
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Fake Samsung SSDs could make upgrading your PC or PS5 a nightmare
By Muskaan Saxena published
Users in China have reported receiving Samsung 980 Pro fakes on second hand sites.
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Get buckets of storage for less with $200 off this huge 20TB external hard drive
By Allisa James published
If you need tons of storage for gaming, this WD 20TB External USB 3.0 hard drive is on sale for $350.
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