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The PL-2303 USB to Serial adapter is an accessory that establishes a connection between RS-232 devices throughUSB on Windows. This accessory is commonly used to connect devices like printers and telephones. However, after the Windows 11 update, many users have reported having met with the message “Please install corresponding PL-2303.” This error message generally pops up when your prolific driver version is incompatible with your device’s hardware. Also, when the ports on your device fail to communicate with the USB to Serial adapter, this error occurs....

Following Pornhub’s decision to block access in Florida due to new age-verification laws, the state has experienced a significant surge in demand for VPNs (Virtual Private Networks). Data fromvpnMentorindicates an astonishing 1,150% increase in VPN interest within the first few hours of the site’s withdrawal on May 10, 2025. This spike is attributed to Florida’s implementation of House Bill 3 (HB3), which Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law. The legislation mandates that websites hosting adult content verify users' ages through official identification, aiming to prevent minors from accessing explicit material....

G.Skill has announced new DDR5-6400 CL30 RAM kits that combine high memory capacities with fast speeds and low latency to compete with thebest RAM. The kits, launched under the Trident Z5 RGB and Trident Z5 Royal series, will feature 96GB (2x48GB) capacities, with smaller 64GB and 48GB variants also in the works. The DRAM manufacturer promises DDR5-6400 CL30 specs using Intel XMP 3.0 and has also showcased how the memory performs on an equivalent AMDRyzen 9000system....

GizmoSlipTechhas recently shared a fascinating modification to the GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU. By implementing a shunt mod to elevate the TGP (Total Graphics Power) from 175W to 250W, the YouTuber claims they achieved a performance increase of up to a whopping 40% in the mobile Blackwell flagship. Shunt mods are popular with overclockers because they allow for increasing the power limit on the graphics card, enabling higher clock speeds. While suitable for testing, like GizmoSlipTech’s experiments, shunt mods are not recommended for regular use, as exceeding the graphics card’s rated limits always involves risks of damage....

Tom’s Hardware Verdict With so many viable options in the sub-$1,000 gaming laptop category, the Gigabyte G6 comes up well short. Solid design Plenty of available ports, including mini DisplayPort 1.4 Free of bloatware Gaming performance lags competitors 720p webcam Colors look washed out on the display Dreadful battery life Why you can trust Tom’s HardwareOur expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you....

Gigabyte has officially announced a new XTREME Prestige Limited Edition graphics card and motherboard combo to the world, featuring an RTX 4080 SUPER and Z790 motherboard both filled with intense cosmetic and performance upgrades. We’ve known about the existence of theirnew graphics cardandmotherboardfor a few weeks now, but Gigabyte is now officially launching them into the marketplace for sale. Gigabyte’s new hardware pairing is among its most luxurious hardware offerings of all time....

With all the addition of new technology and features, there are many different types of mouse with different working principles. From ball mice that use mechanical precision, optical mice that use light sensing technology, to wireless mice that use radio frequency. The computer mouse may look plain and unassuming, but it is not so simple. There’s an interesting insight into how it actually works. So, in this article, we explain the different types of mice and how each of them works....

Are you a PC enthusiast looking for ways to make your system more efficient? If yes, you might want to start with changing the RAM speed. Adjusting the RAM speed drastically changes your computer’s performance. Whether you want to increase or limit your RAM speed, we will provide you with the necessary steps to do so. So, without further ado, let us see how we can change RAM speed in BIOS....

Your Apple device will take in a lot of dust, debris, and lints through small openings all around the phone. And each time you plug in the lightning cable, it pushes a small amount of dust into the port. When a fair amount of dust gets trapped in the lightning port, it can lead to a charging issue, like the device not charging at all or only charging when placed at a certain angle....

Apple Computers was founded on 1 April, 1976, by college dropouts Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak. From these humble beginnings we now have a brand that is just as much about style and design as it is computing prowess. Apple Computers’ first computer was the Apple I. In 1977 the Apple II was released and it soon found its niche in U.S schools. After this we saw the Apple Lisa (1983), a merging of the Apple II aesthetic with what would become the Macintosh range of machines....

The seed of a Minecraft server is the world upon which all else is built. Suppose you’ve ever stepped onto someone else’s server and found fascinating landscapes and easily-accessible biomes. In that case, you know that creating a world with the same base as another player’s can be desirable. However, it isn’t always a simple matter to find the ID of a seed. The ease depends on who’s running the server....

HP printers come equipped with two yellow light indicators—one on the Resume button and the other on the Printhead alert icon. Such indicators are found mostly on HP Deskjet, Smart Tank, and Envy series printers. When the printhead alert icon glows yellow, the issue mainly lies on the cartridge side. It indicates a low ink level on the cartridge or that it’s time to clean the printheads. If the Resume button indicator glows yellow, it means an empty paper tray, paper size mismatch, or paper jams on your printer....

3D printer filament tangling is where the material becomes twisted, disrupting its flow during 3D printing. It occurs for various reasons, like uneven tension on the filament spool or even the presence of objects near the printer, causing it to snag as it unwinds. However, the main cause is when the filament locks on another layer, and the extruder cannot pull it through. Also, improper storage of the filament can result in tangles....