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The Best Laptops for College Students in 2024

Looking for a computer for taking remote classes, or just for carrying around campus? Either way, start your "best college laptops" short list with these top-rated, value-focused models.

By Tom Brant  & Brian Westover

The Best Wi-Fi Mesh Network Systems for 2024

Working from home by day, gaming and streaming by night? Defeating Wi-Fi dead zones is more important than ever. A mesh network system can help, and these are the best we've tested.

By John R. Delaney

The Best External Hard Drives for 2024

Laptop drive almost full? Need to back up your photos? Desktop-size and portable platter storage has never been cheaper. Our deep-dive reviews help you track down the right external hard drive.

By Tony Hoffman

The Best Scanners for 2024

Whether you need to scan family photos, piles of documents, or expense receipts, a scanner out there is built for the task. Here's how to shop for the right one, plus the top performers in our lab testing.

By Tony Hoffman  & Tom Brant

The Best Malware Removal and Protection Software for 2024

We've tested more than 100 anti-malware apps to help you find the top malware protection and removal software for all your devices.

By Neil J. Rubenking

The Best Laser Printers for 2024

Why spring for a laser printer? The best ones deliver unparalleled speed, pristine text, and reliable paper handling. Find the best one for your home or office with our shopping tips and guide to the top-rated models we've tested.

By M. David Stone

The Best Cheap Laptops for 2024

These low-cost Windows laptops and Chromebooks make short work of everyday computing (and sometimes more), and some ring up for less than $500. See the best we've tested.

By Tom Brant  & Brian Westover

The Best Micro Four Thirds Lenses for 2024

The Micro Four Thirds system invented modern mirrorless photography and, with more than a decade of lens development, has something for every photographer. These are our highest-rated lenses for a range of shooting conditions.

By Jim Fisher

The Best Floodlight Cameras for 2024

Shine a light on unwanted visitors with one of our top-rated smart floodlight cameras.

By John R. Delaney

The Best Laptops for Kids in 2024

An inexpensive PC can be a powerful educational tool for your child. Here's how to shop for a kid-friendly laptop, as well as our top models to buy. (Most are budget-priced, and all have been tested in depth.)

By Tom Brant  & Brian Westover

Our Top 100 Budget Buys: Affordable, Tested Tech That's Actually Worth It

Our experts review more than 1,500 technology products each year. Our mega-guide, updated monthly, scopes out the very best cost-conscious products across 15 key categories.

By PCMag Staff

The Best Android Antivirus for 2024

More phones run Android than any other mobile OS, and there's a correspondingly large variety of malware. Based on our testing, these are the top Android antivirus apps for keeping your devices safe.

By Neil J. Rubenking

The Best Free Online Streaming Music Services for 2024

You don't need a subscription to stream your favorite songs. With these tested and recommended streaming music services, you can enjoy sweet tunes without spending a dime.

By Jeffrey L. Wilson  & Gabriel Zamora

The Best Drones for 2024

A high-quality drone can add production value to a film project or help you get a unique view for your travel vlog—plus, they're just really fun to fly. These are the top drones we've tested.

By Jim Fisher

The Best Free Antivirus Software for 2024

Microsoft Defender isn't bad, but it's still not enough to fully protect your PC. You don't have to pay extra, though. We’ve tested and ranked the top free antivirus apps.

By Neil J. Rubenking

The Best VPN Services for 2024

Using a VPN, or virtual private network, is one of the best ways to protect your online privacy. We've tested and reviewed dozens of them, and these are our top picks.

By Chris Stobing

The Best Gaming Laptops for 2024

Playing your favorite PC games with maxed-out settings doesn't mean you need a big desktop rig. We've got a top-rated gaming laptop for every type of user, based on our in-depth, testing-based reviews. Which one should you get?

By Matthew Buzzi

The Best Gaming PCs for 2024

You can't buy a more powerful gaming platform than a tricked-out desktop. Here's everything you need to know, part by part, to pick the right prebuilt gaming PC, plus current favorites culled from PC Labs' top-rated reviews.

By Matthew Buzzi

The Best M.2 SSDs (Solid State Drives) for 2024

Thanks to the "gumstick" M.2 format, SSDs have been shrinking—and getting a lot faster, too. Here's how to buy the right M.2 SSD, along with deep-dive reviews of today's top models.

By John Burek

The Best Shared Hosting Services for 2024

Shared web hosting is a terrific way to build a website if you're on a tight budget or don't expect much traffic. These 10 top picks offer the best shared plans of the services we've tested.

By Jeffrey L. Wilson  & Gabriel Zamora