Gunk happens! Here's how to clean up your laptop's act—from the top bezel to the bottom fan—without inflicting harm. (It's ...

If your computer is slow, just cleaning it can speed things up, but only if you know how to clean it the right way.

I recently upgraded my PC with a new graphics card and a new, large SSD, and decided there was no better time than the present to give my desktop a good old-fashioned cleanout. What started for me as ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." How gnarly is your TV screen right now? Or your computer? If you haven’t cleaned it in a while, it’s ...

Smartphones, laptops, headphones and other electronic devices are essential for work and play in our daily lives. But all that time spent typing, scrolling or listening also means our devices ...

No need to run out and buy a new computer! Spring Clean the one you currently have and you might be able to squeeze a few more years of life out of it. I talked to Kimber Streams, Wirecutter’s ...

When assembling a computer, including thermal paste, also known as heat paste, is essential to prevent the processor from overheating. This substance, typically a viscous, silver-colored material, ...

USB ports are everywhere today, but their design means they can be susceptible to dust and dirt if unused. Here's how to clean your USB ports.

Organizing your documents, emails, photos, videos, and other files can make life a lot easier. We show you how to digitally ...

Mary-Elisabeth is an associate writer on CNET's How-To team. She's a recent graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill's English Department, and resides in Charlotte, North Carolina. On the How-To team, she covers a ...