But you don't have to make do with what you have — there are ways to add more USB ports to your computer. They're cheaper than you ... and don't want to clutter your desk with a hub, you can install a ...

Managing Editor Josh Goldman is a laptop expert and has been writing about and reviewing them since built-in Wi-Fi was an optional feature. He also covers almost anything connected to a PC, including ...

Despite its cute name, a USB 'Rubber Ducky' has the potential to load a hacker's malicious code onto your computer within seconds of being plugged in.

USB ports are the lifeline of any PC, but your laptop may come with only a couple in order to keep its size down. So how many ports do you actually need?

Blue: Supporting USB 3.0 SuperSpeed technology and above, blue ports identify a device capable of fast data transfer: up to 5 Gbps (that's 5,000 Mbps) -- a significant jump from previous generations.

Whether you get a single-port adapter or opt for a USB-C dock or USB-C hub, upgrading to USB-C for your laptop offers a ...

Laptops are getting slimmer and more compact, which can sometimes mean fewer places to add ports. Thankfully, there are USB docking stations and hubs that can add these ports back, and some don't even ...

Just about every month or so -- except around the holidays when it’s every week -- some PC maker ships a new laptop with a whole bunch of new specs that they try to convince you is absolutely the best ...

USB-C ports are a bit smaller than their USB-A counterparts. That doesn’t protect them from getting dirty. Over time USB-C ports will collect dust, grime, and debris that can even make it difficult to ...

Batteries power our favorite electronic devices, but they're not meant to last forever. The good news is that Windows laptops have a battery report feature that breaks down whether your battery is ...

This is the first reason why your computer keyboard gets locked accidentally. Filter Keys turn on if you press the right shift key for 8 seconds, which of course can happen accidentally. When your ...