How to play Minecraft on a Chromebook

[ Minecraft is the kind of cross-platform game that just keeps getting better. With tons of developer support, and mods a-plenty, there’s several ways you can experience the thrills of building, mining, and avoiding zombies. You’ll even be able to play Minecraft on a Chromebook, and no, it’s not going to fry your new 2-in-1. … Read more

What Is Packet Loss, and How Do You Fix It?

[ There are few things more frustrating than trying to work, game, or stream a movie and experiencing stuttering, pausing, and other unstable behavior due to a dodgy internet connection. Even if your Wi-Fi signal is strong or you’re using a wired connection, you can still experience hiccups due to the irritating phenomenon of packet … Read more

How much RAM do you need for a laptop, gaming PC, or tablet?

[ Jacob Roach / Digital Trends Random access memory, usually shortened to RAM or simply “memory,” is one of the most important parts of any computing device. Modern PCs, tablets, and phones typically have from 2GB up to 32GB, though some have even more. But how much RAM do you need, exactly? Adding more RAM … Read more