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 ...

Can you remember the last time you cleaned your desktop PC? I don’t mean wiping some guacamole off the the side of the case during a burrito binge. I’m talking about going in there and really getting ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you own a PC, you probably know that you need to clean it now and then. By that, we don't mean occasionally organizing your folders and ...

Computers are essential to modern life, but many users forget that regular cleaning is just as important as software updates. Over time, dust, pet hair, and debris can build up inside your device, ...

I recently upgraded my PC with a new graphics card and a new, large SSD, and decided there was no better time than the present to give my desktop a good old-fashioned cleanout. What started for me as ...

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Keep your tech spotless with the Ordilend 10-in-1 Portable Cleaning Kit. Learn how this $15 Amazon find handles keyboards, ...

If you're ready to replace your old PC and hand it down to a friend or family member, you'll need to wipe your data and reset it. Follow these instructions to make sure you do it the right way.

SHREVEPORT, La. - Do you remember the last time you truly cleaned your computer? Not just a quick wipe-down, but a thorough, inside-and-out refresh? If the answer is "it's been a while," or even ...

A few years ago at the PC Gamer office, I had to use Tim's PC for a day. What I found was a desktop absolutely covered with icons—folders, images, PDFs, shortcuts—nearly filling the entire screen from ...

There’s a new mini gadget sweeping the shopping space, and it’s cleaning up messes left and right. The Desktop Vacuum Cleaner is a $13 cordless Amazon find that can fit in any at-home office ...