Anup Thapa

Linux & Hardware Specialist ( Diploma in CS )

Anup Thapa primarily covers Windows systems, networking, and computer hardware at TechNewsToday. Anup has written professionally for over 5 years, and tinkered with PCs for much longer.

His love for all things tech started when he got his first PC over 15 years ago. It was a Pentium IV system running Windows XP on a single 256 MB stick. He spent his formative years glued to this PC, troubleshooting any hardware or software problems he encountered by himself.

Professionally, Anup has had brief forays into a variety of fields from coding and hardware installation to writing. In doing so, he's worked with people of different backgrounds and skill levels, from average joes to industry leaders and experts.

This has given him not just a versatile skill set, but also a unique perspective for writing that enables him to concisely communicate complex information and solve his reader's problems efficiently.

You can reach out to him at anup@technewstoday.com.

Education:

Diploma in Computer Science

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technology explained What Is CPU Cache? Why Does L1 vs L2 vs L3 Cache Matter?

By Anup Thapa

Current CPUs implement 3 levels of CPU cache to maximize performance. - L1, L2, and L3. Lets learn about each of them in detail.

Windows 11 Is It OK to Delete Dump Files?

By Anup Thapa

Dump files can help you identify what's crashing your system and how to fix it. But if you're not dealing with any crashes, you can delete them.

Windows 11 Should You Set the Maximum Processor State to 99 Or 100?

By Anup Thapa

Setting the Max Processor State to 99% will disable boost mode on your CPU. This results in much cooler temps at the cost of lower CPU clock speed.

PC Build How to Find the Best PC Deals

By Anup Thapa

You'll find the best PC deals during seasonal sales like Black Friday. Tracking prices from different sellers and using coupons codes will also give..

pc builds How Long Do PCs Last

By Anup Thapa

PCs can easily last up to 10 years. But most people upgrade components like the GPU, CPU, or RAM sooner to improve performance. Read More...

pc builds Can You Future Proof Your PC?

By Anup Thapa

You can future-proof your PC as long as you have realistic expectations and select components that will last you a long time.

PC Gaming Do You Really Need A Gaming PC?

By Anup Thapa

A gaming PC is a no-brainer if you want to perform well in AAA titles. But you may not need one if you are a casual gamer.