Dig that old laptop out of the closet and make sure it's plugged in before the storm hits, then use it to recharge phones and other gadgets. Dan Ackerman leads CNET's coverage of computers and gaming ...

We’ve all been there before. The power surges or cuts, even if for a second, and everything shuts off. The problem is you were in the middle of a big project and you have no idea when your work was ...

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If you are using a Windows laptop and you want to know how long you can continue to use your computer on battery backup, before you have to charge it, you can edit ...

Keeping your laptop plugged in constantly is generally safe due to modern safeguards, but it can subtly accelerate battery aging. Experts advise avoiding prolonged 100% charge and heat, which stress ...