Here are two things I have found relatively difficult using Linux. Am I doing something wrong here? 1. How do you update your BIOS easily using Linux (Floppy, CD, or USB)? 2. How do you create a ...

What is flashing the BIOS? Flashing is another way of saying updating with a new program. You need to be very careful doing this as if you have any problems during the process, you could be left with ...

Getting the most out of your PC, especially if you game or use it heavily, is helpful; however, knowing which BIOS settings ...

Rufus is a free, portable utility that creates bootable USB flash drives from ISO files. As of 2026, the latest version is Rufus 4.13 — and it’s faster and more capable than ever, with built-in ...

Hi everyone. I'm new to the forums, so bear with me. I have a Samsung 970 EVO 1TB m.2 SSD, which is an SED (Self-Encrypting Drive). I put it in my Lenovo Yoga C930. The SSD firmware is current, as is ...

In the previous three installments, I explained the mechanism of Secure Boot and the reasons why older recovery media may ...

Richard is the PC Hardware Lead at XDA and has been covering the technology industry for almost two decades. He's been building PCs since young, and when not creating content, you can often find him ...

Are you having trouble because "Reboot and Select proper Boot device" is displayed and Windows will not start?This error ...

John O’Brien’s PC can’t boot from a USB drive. Every PC needs a way to boot into something other than the installed operating system. Removable boot media allows you to repair your Windows ...