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Fabs do use a ton of water. But the idea that they can't survive in dry regions like Arizona doesn't hold up when you look closer. Modern fabs recycle a huge portion of their water, TSMC’s facilities in Taiwan, for example, already recycle over 85% of the water they use. In Arizona, they're...

Fair enough .... nobody likes paying more. But this isn't just about "US patriots" wanting pricier chips for the sake of it. It's about reducing global overdependence on one region (East Asia) for the most critical tech on Earth. From an EU perspective, you should care too. The chip shortage...

You're not wrong that a lot of the critical components, like wafers, chemicals, and lithography equipment are still sourced internationally. But that’s exactly why TSMC building fabs in Arizona (and Intel expanding domestically) matters. It’s about securing part of the supply chain in the U.S...

That’s fair in theory, but it oversimplifies where Intel is right now. Intel’s 14A node isn't just a minor tweak, it’s part of a complete architectural and manufacturing overhaul. AMD has had a lead in efficiency for years largely because of TSMC’s mature nodes like N5 and N4, while Intel has...

If it ever gets to $299 maybe, over $400 is not worth it since in productivity it cant beat core or a 14700k not to mention a good board to support it is over $350. AMD has become the new intel at pricing.

Interesting. This would be nice if it is cost effective. No matter what type of filtration you have, the user also has to play a roll in keeping it and the system clean. K&N has been doing similar filtration for years with automobiles.

Windows 10 EOL - ESU Statement TLDR Extended Security Updates (ESU) program - If you need more time before moving to a Copilot+ PC or other new Windows 11 device, a one-year Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for $30 USD will help protect your Windows 10 device. More information about...

lol....pot or kettle today?

Is there a rule about not reading an article 10 days later? I will assume you took it as "busting your chops" as most do here, far from it, just a little educating. People should know that WD is out of the picture and Sandisk will be back at their old ways I am sure, releasing different...

WD does not own Sandisk any longer that 2015 acquisition was dropped end of January of this year. SanDisk is now a separate public company, distinct from Western Digital. The only Sandisk disks that carry a WD branding are those that were in development before Feb 2025. So no, while developed...

Microsoft hasn’t officially announced W12, and if the company’s recent moves are any indication, we won’t see it for quite a while. They’ve shifted focus toward incremental evolution with updates like 24H2 and the upcoming 25H2, which continues to patch, polish, and prolong W11 rather than usher...

If you’re into a minimalist, no nonsense Windows experience and don’t mind tinkering a bit, it can be a great fit. But if you want plug and play convenience with all the bells and whistles, you may have some issues, and its not hassle free either. If you are a XBox user, Cortana etc. Some apps...

You're completely missing the point. No one’s shocked that Microsoft offers paid extended support, that’s old news for enterprise. What is new is shifting basic security updates for a mainstream OS behind a subscription wall for consumers. This isn’t "extended support" like NT or Exchange...

After thinking about this, (I saw this article elsewhere as well yesterday) MS is testing the waters with a paid service, what better place to start. Microsoft moving Windows toward a paid service model isn't a shock, it's just the next step in a long, deliberate transition. We've seen this...

Talking on an M4 Mac mini as we speak... :) I just don't dare recommend it on a tech forum, the hate is unbelievable.