How-To Geek on MSN

On the inside: What our editor used to build his Plex server

However, setting up a Plex server can be a bit overwhelming. Thankfully, our Discover Lead Editor, Andrew Heinzman, can ...
XDA Developers on MSN

6 reasons hosting your own DNS server is the best network upgrade you can make

Another great benefit of running your own DNS cache is that it can improve performance when browsing the internet. Most home ...

These are the things you must do with your new PS5 before playing a game

PlayStation Plus is required to play online on your PlayStation 5, and it’s available in three different tiers. The cheapest ...

This neat Windows registry trick boosts NVMe SSD performance up to 80% but it's only officially available for enterprise users

Native NVMe support is an opt-in model, so enterprise users need to enable it via the registry. What some users have found ...
Ever After in the Woods

These North Carolina Chicken-And-Waffle Spots Are Worth Waking Up Early For

These North Carolina chicken-and-waffle spots are worth waking up early for, serving comforting plates locals plan their ...
Game Rant on MSN

Fallout 76 Has Me Opening My Phone Multiple Times a Session for All The Wrong Reasons

Returning to Fallout 76 has been filled with fun and surprises, but one lackluster and frequent surprise means I need Google at the ready.

How to Start a New Island: ACNH Island Restart and Reroll Guide

If you're in search of a fresh start in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, you can get rid of your existing save and start a new ...
Cult of Mac

How to set up Apple Watch — and tips for getting the most out of it

How do you set up a new Apple Watch? Whether you got the surprisingly capable Apple Watch SE 3, the battery-boosted Apple Watch Series 11 or the rugged Apple Watch Ultra 3, you might be wondering how ...
Cult of Mac

How to set up your new iPad the right way

Let's get your new iPad up and running. We’re here to help you do just that with a ton of little tips and tweaks that will make sure you’re off and using that new iPad as quickly as possible. From ...

This Windows registry hack can boost NVMe SSD performance by up to 80%, but there's a catch

One developer who successfully activated the feature in Windows 11 (version 25H2) is X user PurePlayerPC, who claims it works "pretty good" on his computer. He ...
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Up First from NPR

NPR's Up First is the news you need to start your day. The three biggest stories of the day, with reporting and analysis from NPR News — in 10 minutes. Available weekdays at 6:30 a.m. ET, with hosts ...
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Up First

December 26, 2025 • The U.S. has launched a "deadly strike" against Islamic State fighters in northwest Nigeria, according to Trump. And, holiday spending was higher than expected this year. December ...