While laptop speakers aren’t always the best sound quality, they’re still a vital part of your laptop’s operation. It can be ...

Laptops can feel hot or warm for a variety of reasons. Diagnosing the problem isn't exactly clear-cut, so you may need to try various troubleshooting techniques. A hot laptop isn't usually indicative ...

When you press the power button of your laptop, most of us expect it to come to life almost immediately. It's a routine action, but when the screen remains dark and the familiar hum of the machine ...

Are you grappling with a non-charging laptop despite being plugged in? This frustrating problem can arise from various causes, including loose connections, faulty adapters, or outdated drivers. Fear ...

If your laptop battery isn't charging, first make sure there is no problem with your power adapter and cable. On a modern laptop that charges via USB-C, make sure you're using the right USB-C port.

Sometimes the fix is a tech-savvy friend or family member, and sometimes the problem solves itself the moment you’re about to ...

Windows 11 has a built-in report that provides insight into your laptop's battery health (and whether a replacement is actually needed).

If your laptop isn't connecting to a hotspot, try turning the hotspot off and on again. Make sure you are close enough to the hotspot, as distance can affect the Wi-Fi connection. Restart your laptop ...

Unplug all external devices and check your power cable to see if your Dell laptop turns on. Try a power cycle by holding the power button to drain extra power, then plug in the charger. If problems ...

OK. I have a Dell Latitude E6500 laptop that I bought in early 2009 or so (cue "Dell? That's your problem right there! Har-har!" responses). I want to re-purpose this laptop for use around the house, ...

Under USB-PD, cables are not trusted by default. If a cable can’t explicitly confirm that it supports higher wattage, the ...

Used to hold my own regarding hardware - built my own computers, worked as a programmer and IT guy for many years but career, life, family moved me away from twinkering. Now all my computers are ...