Brad Bourque
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Portland, OR, United States
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Learn how to install Linux on a Chromebook with our simple guide
To run Steam and GIMP on your Chromebook, you first need to know how to install Linux. We've put together a step-by-step guide to help walk you through it. → Read More
The best Futurama episodes of all time
Good news, everyone! We're revisiting the animated sci-fi comedy, Futurama, and picking out the 20 best episodes! → Read More
What's the Difference Between Windows 8 and 10?
If you're still on Windows 8, you should give Windows 10 a look and compare their core differences. Don't wait too long -- support for Windows 8 ends in 2023. → Read More
How to make a Minecraft server
Want to make a Minecraft server so you can play with your friends? It's easier than you'd think, thanks to numerous free and paid options. You can make the simplest Minecraft servers with just a few clicks, but more complex options allow customization. → Read More
Yes — Core i7 is faster than Core i5. But what’s the real difference?
This guide is designed to help you decide between Intel's mid to high-end processors. When you pit i5 vs. i7, which is best for you? → Read More
Like Chrome OS, but miss Windows? Here’s how to install it on your Chromebook
Need Windows programs now? Here's how to install Windows on a Chromebook for a variety of different apps. → Read More
How to build a computer from scratch: A beginner’s guide
You could buy a desktop PC off the shelf, or you could take matters into your own hands. Here's how to build a computer for yourself. → Read More
8 easy ways for you to transfer photos from an Android phone to a PC
Everyone should back up their photos to a computer. Here's how to transfer photos from an Android phone to a PC. → Read More
LG’s massive new gaming monitor sacrifices visuals on the altar of speed
Our LG 34UC89G review shows just how hard it is to balance features in a gaming monitor, as LG falls prey to a common trap. → Read More
The hype is here: AMD’s RX Vega gives Nvidia plenty to worry about
AMD’s march back into relevance continues with the long-awaited Vega-powered gaming GPUs, but as our AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 and RX Vega 64 review shows, it’s a battle. → Read More
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X and 1950X Review
Our AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X and 1950X review goes deep on the company’s duo of flagship processors. Do they cement the company’s comeback? → Read More
Origin’s laptop isn’t a disaster, but you can find a better deal elsewhere
Budget-friendly gaming laptops have come a long way, but as our Origin EON15-S review demonstrates, they still have a long way to go. → Read More
Finally! AMD unveils Vega 64 and 56, puts Nvidia GTX 1080 and 1070 in the crosshairs
AMD's consumer Vega 64 and Vega 56 GPUs are finally here, and the Radeon Packs are the perfect way to get your foot in the door. For workstation users, there are two new Radeon Pro GPUs, one of which sports 2TB of memory. → Read More
Learn how to install Linux on a Chromebook with our simple guide
If you have some extra time -- and a bit of patience -- you can easily learn how to install Linux on a Chromebook, and expand the possibilities of an already efficient, versatile system. → Read More
We tested all of AMD’s new Ryzen processors to find the value king
The Ryzen 3 chips are here to complete AMD’s new CPU family, but the question remains -- which Ryzen CPU should you buy? Here’s everything you need to know about Ryzen, based on our in-depth testing. → Read More
Join us as we struggle to stay alive in Epic Games’ Fortnite on Facebook Live
Epic Games' Fortnite is finally here, and content manager Hanif Jackson and staff writer Brad Bourque are going to struggle through their first few rounds live for viewers on the Digital Trends' Facebook page. → Read More
Asus ROG Strix GD30CI gaming desktop review
Asus’s new Strix Desktop has plenty of performance, but there’s a lot more to building a gaming computer than choosing the right GPU. The details are where the Asus GD30CI falls behind. → Read More
Reader poll: How well does your system run ‘Playerunknown’s Battlegrounds’?
The smash-hit Playerunknown's Battlegrounds may have sold a ton of copies, but it still has a ways to go toward smooth frame rates and mechanical optimization. We want to know how well it runs on your PC in the mean time. → Read More
Join us as we take on the Destiny 2 beta live right here
Join us at 4:00 PM PST on Facebook Live as Brad coaches Hanif through the Destiny 2 beta. Join us with comments, questions, and advice on weapon selection. We may even take on the crucible. → Read More
How to make Playerunknown’s Battlegrounds run silky smooth on any PC
If you’re in search of a chicken dinner, even a little edge could make a huge difference in the fiercely competitive Playerunknown’s Battlegrounds, and our performance guide will help smooth out framerate issues. → Read More