Articles by Aleksha McLoughlin, Contributor

Formerly TechRadar Gaming's Hardware Editor, Aleksha McLoughlin is now a freelance writer and editor specializing in computing tech, video games, and E-commerce. As well as her many contributions to this site, you'll also find her work available on sister sites such as PC Gamer, GamesRadar, and Android Central. Additionally, more of her bylines can be found on Trusted Reviews, Dexerto, Expert Reviews, Techopedia, PC Guide, VideoGamer, and more.

Articles by: Aleksha McLoughlin

What's the difference between Windows and ChromeOS?

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 20 February 25

TechRadar explains the differences between Microsoft Windows and Google's ChromeOS operating systems for your computer.

What is an operating system? Essential computing software explained

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 16 February 25

We explain operating systems on computers, from Windows 11 to Linux, macOS and beyond.

What is Bluesky? The new social media network explained

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 16 February 25

We explain Bluesky, the emerging new social media alternative to Twitter/X in detail.

What is PCIe 5.0? The latest component bandwidth standard explained

By Aleksha McLoughlin published 16 February 25

We explain PCIe 5.0, the latest Peripheral Component Interconnect Express standard, and what it means for computing and PC gaming in 2025.

Best wired gaming headsets in 2025: incredible wired audio from Epos, Corsair and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 10 February 25

Buying Guide Our guide to everything you need to know about the best wired gaming headsets right now.

Best gaming earbuds in 2025: great portable sound from Sony, SteelSeries and more

By Rob Dwiar last updated 7 February 25

We've pulled together all the best gaming earbuds on the market so you can make the most of your gaming audio experience.

Best PS5 accessories in 2025: fill out your setup with some top extras

By Rob Dwiar last updated 7 February 25

We've hand-picked all the best PS5 accessories available now so you can take your experience one step further.

Best Nintendo Switch accessories in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated 4 February 25

Buying Guide Make the most of your Nintendo Switch with the best accessories available right now.

The best PC case in 2025: top computer housing for your build

By John Loeffler last updated 27 January 25

We're presenting our picks for the best PC cases on the market right now, from mid-towers, to DIY options, and more.

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The best Dell laptop in 2025: top picks for work, school, and gaming

By Christian Guyton last updated 27 January 25

Buying Guide We're rounding up only the best Dell laptops on the market for productivity and gaming across all screen sizes and resolutions

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The best cheap webcam in 2025: top picks for budget-minded users

By Rob Webb last updated 27 January 25

Working from home? These are the best cheap webcams you can buy right now.

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The best all-in-one computer for 2025: top home and office AIO PCs

By Christian Guyton last updated 27 January 25

Updated It can be hard to choose the best all-in-one computers in 2025. Fortunately, we're here to bring you only the top picks.

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The best webcams in 2025: top video cameras for PCs

By Christian Guyton last updated 27 January 25

Updated These are the best webcams, whether you're looking to broadcast yourself on YouTube, chat to family, or Zoom call for work.

The best student laptops in 2025: top laptops for college and school

By Christian Guyton last updated 27 January 25

We're bringing you all our top picks for the best student laptops, from Windows systems to Apple MacBooks and more.

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The best 1440p graphics card in 2025: top picks for midrange GPUs

By John Loeffler last updated 26 January 25

Updated We're rounding up our top choices for the best 1440p graphics cards from AMD, Intel, and Nvidia available in 2025.

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The best gaming monitor in 2025: my favorite displays for gaming at your best

By Allisa James last updated 24 January 25

Updated There are many choices for the best gaming monitors, and we're bringing you our top picks for the nine best in 2025.

Best capture cards in 2025: everything you need to record your gameplay

By Rhys Wood last updated 14 January 25

Our guide to the best capture cards available right now, with options for both console and PC gamers.

The best microphones for streaming guide

Best microphones for streaming in 2025: top picks for gaming and content creators

By Dashiell Wood last updated 14 January 25

Our picks for all the best microphones for streaming, from budget offerings to high-end audio setups.

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Best green screen in 2025

By Dashiell Wood last updated 2 January 25

Buying Guide If you're a streamer, the best green screen could enhance your streaming setup. Here are our top picks right now.

The best Xbox One headsets

By Rhys Wood last updated 23 December 24

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best Xbox One headsets currently available.

Best PS4 headsets in 2025: unparalleled audio from SteelSeries, HyperX and more

By Kara Phillips last updated 23 December 24

We've put together a list of all the best PS4 headsets to make your buying decision much easier.

Best PS4 cooling stations in 2025: the top cooling stands, fans, and stations

By Ural Garrett last updated 23 December 24

Buying Guide These PS4 cooling stations should keep your console at optimal temperature when playing games.

Best PS4 accessories in 2025

By Dashiell Wood last updated 23 December 24

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best PS4 accessories available right now including headsets, controllers, storage and more.

Best Xbox Game Pass streaming accessories in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated 13 November 24

Buying Guide From the Razer Kishi to the Moga mobile range, these are the best Xbox Game Pass streaming accessories.

Best Xbox One accessories in 2025

By Rhys Wood last updated 13 November 24

Buying Guide We're rounding up all the best Xbox One accessories on the market this month from headsets, storage and more.

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