Over time, I have accumulated devices and new workflows that require a desktop dock. The UGREEN Maxidok U716 came across my desk a few months ago, and I replaced my Dell Thunderbolt dock with it.

Hey folks, Vladan here. If you've followed my blog for any length of time, you know I'm always keeping an eye on backup and ...

If the VMware Printer is not working inside your virtual machine, change the Connection Protocol, reinstall the View Agent or Client, etc.

The back end of a router showing all available ports - Iuliia Berezhna/Shutterstock When you spot an empty USB port on your router, it feels like a wasted opportunity — something that could have been ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. USB ports have been a staple in cars since the mid-2000s. However, early use cases mostly involved charging your phone while on a drive. Not ...

Your microphone might not be working because VMware Workstation uses virtual audio drivers to pass through the host microphone input to the guest operating system. Issues arise when the host system’s ...

If you've ever found yourself using a laptop with one or two USB ports (unfortunately, a more common experience than it used to be), you probably ended up connecting everything over a USB-C hub or ...

USB-C is everywhere in 2025. If you've felt like every new device you buy, from smartphones to laptops and tablets, uses a USB-C port for charging, you're not imagining things. USB-C has quickly ...

I am a big fan of VMWare Workstation, and the release of VMware Workstation Pro 25H2 marks a significant moment for this underappreciated desktop hypervisor, as it not only includes a host of new ...

My setup now bristles with four separate input devices and a new webcam. Photo: David Snow/Cult of Mac Guess what, it’s time for another installment of Dave’s Setup Upgrades. Only about six weeks ...

There's nothing more frustrating than your computer suddenly saying it can't recognize the USB device connected to the port. This is especially true when you're urgently trying to transfer a file to a ...

TSA warns against using public airport USB charging stations due to the risk of "juice jacking," where hackers can steal your data. Travelers should instead use a personal power brick or battery pack ...