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Best Laptops for Programming 2017 (Jan. 2017)

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For developers and Computer Science students, laptops are the most necessary tools. But choosing the right laptops is not an easy task, so it's important to make an informed decision. In this article, we'll guide you through the best laptops in the market and how to find one. Best Programming Laptop for Programmer - Apple [...]

Best Portable AC Battery Packs for 2017 (Update: June 2017)

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We're now owning more and more gadgets: cellphones, tablets, laptops, etc. and with that, the needs for electricity are stronger than ever, so I think you'll agree with me when I say: "There will never be enough power" Choosing a portable battery pack seems like a easy job, but after a few hours searching for the [...]

Why do programmers prefer multiple monitors?

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Why multiple monitors? It's a matter of productivity and attention. If a programmer uses one monitor, the programmer will have to switch between IDE, browser (for debugging or search for information), documentation, communication programs (such as Skype, Slack), email programs, etc. Not to mention media player programs. Or some advanced programmers use tiling window manager, [...]

Understand keyboard sizes

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There are several keyboard sizes that you might not know. Understanding those sizes can save you from a lot of troubles later from buying the wrong keyboard.

What is Topre Switch

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TOPRE Corp. is a Japanese manufacturer of switches (mechanical switches). They have been producing mechanical keyboard since 1983. In which the RealForce switches in the RealForce keyboards were first introduced in 2001. TOPRE is known as the Only one “Made in Japan” electrostatic capacitive non-contact type keyboard in the world.