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Inside an online game’s settings or on your console you may have seen the NAT Type field and wondered what it meant. In some cases, you might even get a warning that your NAT type is strict and that matchmaking will be affected.

Democrats’ historic victory in this week’s midterm elections could also have a dramatic effect on the tech industry.

You don’t have to do it frequently, but the old “turn it off and turn it on again” trick can come in handy for certain situations.

A memo circulated earlier this year claimed that technology executive Alice Huang was recruited by China’s Ministry of State Security to spy on Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, according to multiple media reports.

As companies push all their chips into the AI basket, GPU makers are shifting their resources to support the boom. The resulting memory shortage has had dire consequences for the consumer tech industry: Component prices are skyrocketing, supplies are dwindling, and everyday consumers are left holding the bag. 

If you already own an AM4 system, one of AMD’s more affordable Zen 3 CPUs might be a better option.

Stay online when the power goes out with the right backup hardware and a little planning.

As parents become increasingly concerned about the potential dangers of unrestricted smartphone access for children, a growing number of companies are developing devices specifically designed for kids. 

CarPlay brings your iPhone apps right to your car’s dashboard. However, not every app gets a CarPlay version — it’s mostly limited to audio, messaging and navigation apps. But with iOS 27, users can finally watch videos on CarPlay when they’re parked. But watching videos on CarPlay has certain limitations, and it’s not just about running…

From Lockdown Mode to privacy controls, these simple iPhone adjustments can keep your personal information safe.