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The backspace key on your laptop or external keyboard can stop working due to both software and hardware issues. If only the Backspace key is not working, it points to a hardware fault. But it is also possible that some software component is preventing just this key alone from functioning properly. Attach Another Keyboard Before you begin with the solutions below, you should attempt to narrow down the possible cause. You can start by attaching another keyboard to your computer and check if its Backspace button works....

CESis in full swing right now, which means we’re seeing a flurry of announcements surrounding new laptops. The gaming laptop segment is particularly hot now, with Acer announcing no less than five new models across its Nitro and Predator brands, all of which use Intel’s 14th-generationRaptor Lake Refreshprocessors. Acer Nitro (AN17-72) We first start with the new Nitro 17 (AN17-72), which uses up to an Intel Core i7-14700HX processor (Raptor Lake Refresh)....

Acer has a sizable range of new monitors atComputex 2025, and the new products sprawl across nearly all monitor segments, covering professional content creators, gamers, and digital road warriors. Thus, there are several new high-spec monitors introduced to Acer’s ProCreator, Predator, and portable monitor portfolios. We also took a look at several new Nitro displays, which packGoogleTV smart features. Acer ProCreator monitors Leading its new professional pack, Acer showcased the ProCreator PE320QXT atComputex....

CESis upon us, meaning manufacturers are coming out of the woodwork with various new gaming monitors. Acer is joining in on the festivities with its new Predator X323QX, a 31.5-inch gaming monitor that supports Nvidia’s G-Sync Pulsar Technology (combining Adaptive Overdrive and Pulse Modulation to improve clarity and reduce motion blur). More uniquely, the monitor sports a 5K resolution in a 16:9 aspect ratio, rather than the ultrawide panels we’re more used to at resolutions above 4K....

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.Find out more about how we test. Addlink G55 2TB Performance Results Comparison Products The G55 is up against, for starters, the very fastest drives on the planet. This includes the Phison E26-basedCrucial T705and the InnoGrit IG5666-basedAdata Legend 970 Pro. A more fitting example would be a drive based onSMI’s SM2508controller, but there are no retail options available yet....

Tom’s Hardware Verdict The m16 R2’s mainstream looks drop some of the originality Alienware is known for, but this laptop still has plenty of alien DNA to stand out. It’s about as well-rounded as a gaming laptop can be, and one you can use every day without regret. Everyday-friendly looks Excellent build quality Comfortable keyboard and touchpad Solid gaming performance Lots of connectivity Aftermarket upgradeability Display should be brighter No RTX 4080 option...

The U.S. Attorney’s officeannouncedthe arrest and indictment of crypto miner Charles O. Parks, also known as ‘CP3O,’ who defrauded and used multiple servers from two well-known cloud computing providers, amounting to a bill totaling nearly US$ 3.5 million — to mine cryptocurrencies that are worth almost $1 million. The office terms his scheme as a large-scale ‘cryptojacking’. If convicted, Parks could face up to 20 years imprisonment for wire fraud and money laundering, with 10 more years for unlawful monetary transactions....

AMD’s fire-breathingMI300X GPUhas made its official debut onGeekbench 6 OpenCL, outpacing previous chart-toppers such as theRTX 4090. However, despite being one of the fastest GPUs on the Geekbench 6 charts, the AMD GPU’s score does not reflect its real performance and shows why it’s a terrible idea to benchmark data center AI GPUs using consumer grade OpenCL applications (which is what Geekbench 6 is).Let’s get the benchmark numbers out of the way, though....

Earlier this week AMD announced that it wasinvestigating claimsof a serious internal network breach. Now the chipmaker has provided an updated statement toBloomberg, characterizing the damage as limited. AMD said the infiltration shouldn’t have any significant impact on its operations because the hackers obtained only a limited amount of information. The first reports of the breach came on June 18 from the attackers themselves. Notorious cybercriminal Intelbroker claimed to have obtained data that included plans for future products, customer information, and employee details....

Less than a month after AMD’sRyzen 9000 announcementatComputex, the CPU manufacturer is already optimizing its3D V-Cachedriver, perhaps in preparation to launch its Ryzen 9000 series parts with the game-boosting tech.@harukaze5719 on X(formally Twitter) discovered the new 3D V-Cache Performance Optimizer driver from AMD. AMD last updated its 3D V-Cache optimizer driver around the launch of the Ryzen 7000X3D chips. There’s not much information on what AMD’s 3D-VCache driver does, it was first unveiled as aWindows 10 exclusive driver for the Ryzen 7 5800X3D, but it is also available with AMD’s Ryzen 7000X3D chips and works inWindows 11with the 7000X3D SKUs....

ASRock is prepping its new Mini-ITX motherboard that promises to enable compact high-end PCs without breaking the bank. The Phantom Gaming B760I Lightning Wi-Fi will support Intel’s range-toppingCore i9-14900K, a decent voltage regulating module (VRM), and respectable connectivity, all for $200. ASRock’s Phantom Gaming B760I Lightning Wi-Fi motherboard is designed to combine relative affordability with premium features and build quality. The mainboard supports Intel’s unlocked CPUs in LGA1700 packaging, including a top-of-the-line Core i9-14900K processor, and enables decent overclocking potential using a 14+1+1 voltage regulating module covered with massive heatsinks....

Asus has unveiled its newTUF Gaming A2 SSD enclosure, which aims to provide a rugged portable storage solution for high-speed data transfers. The enclosure supports up to 20Gbps via USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2, making it ideal for content creators, gamers, and tech enthusiasts who need fast,external storage. The enclosure is said to be built with durability in mind, following the company’s TUF (The Ultimate Force) standards for ruggedness. The high-grade silicone rubber exterior can absorb shocks and endure extreme temperatures, providing added protection....

The boundaries between Prusa Research and Printed Solid are now being erased, with today’s announcement that printers and filament will be manufactured at the Delaware factory. “Our goal is to become the largest manufacturer of 3D printers and filaments in the USA within a year,” says Josef Prusa, CEO of Prusa Research. WhenPrusa Research acquired Printed Solid in 2022, it was obvious that the European 3D printing giant wanted better access to the American market....