Chris Merriman
Chris Merriman has been writing about technology since the 1990s for a variety of titles including Computer Shopper, MSN, TechRadar, Tom’s Guide and The Inquirer, where he broke a number of major tech news stories that were picked up globally. He has appeared on BBC, Sky News and Al Jazeera and was the resident tech expert at TalkRadio for a number of years. In between times, he has also been a consultant for several major tech firms.
Chris is fascinated by automation and the internet of things, as well as the evolution of the ways we communicate in the digital era. He's also a frequent contributor to ITPro's software guides, including Windows operating systems. Other specialisms include storage, peripherals, and web apps, and any gadget he’s allowed to take apart and fiddle with, preferably after throwing away the box, manual and receipt.
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OnePlus Pad review: An excellent and passable laptop replacement
Reviews Despite odd niggles, the OnePlus Pad has a lot going for it and impresses as an entry into a new form factor for the former value brand
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How to check RAM speed and size on your computer
In-depth It's always useful to know how to check RAM speed on your PC, especially if you want to upgrade performance
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How to connect one, two or more monitors to your laptop
Tutorials The definitive guide on how to connect a monitor to your laptop with a USB-C or a variety of cables
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Bose Videobar VB-S review: A great videobar with jarring caveats
Reviews A video conferencing bar that's excellent in many ways, but could have been so much more
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The organisations pushing hybrid work to new extremes
In-depth From pub-working to lockdown drills, businesses and workers alike are pushing hybrid work arrangements to the limit
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Dell Latitude 9330 2-in-1 Convertible Review: Standard setting for a 2-in-1 device
Reviews A 2-in-1 with spectacular performance and a sleek design that puts it in the rare breed of a foldable that can go toe-to-toe with a conventional laptop
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How to set up a virtual LAN (VLAN)
Tutorials We explain what a VLAN is and break down the steps you need to take to establish one in your organisation
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Oppo Find X5 Pro review: An Android powerhouse fit for business
Reviews Oppo's international reputation comes of age with a true flagship device combining the best of Android with some unique extras
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Dell XPS 13 Plus (2022) Laptop Review: A powerful ultraportable with unnecessary gimmicks
Reviews A superb thin and light laptop let down by middling battery life and a slightly gimmicky keyboard
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Windows 10 vs Windows 11: Is Windows 10 or 11 better for your business?
Vs Windows 10 is by far the most popular operating system, but is it worth upgrading your business to Windows 11?
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Ankerwork B600 Video Bar review: Perfect for home or office
Reviews A near perfect all-in-one solution for video conferencing at home or the office
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Windows 11 Home vs Pro: What's the difference for business users?
Vs A comparison of the various features and tools available across Windows 11's Home and Pro versions
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Why are USB cable standards so tangled?
Opinion The harder the industry tries to standardise, the more muddled it gets
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What is Wi-Fi 6?
In-depth Wi-Fi 6 will revolutionise networking - albeit very slowly
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HP OfficeJet Pro 9012e review: Jack of all trades
Reviews A feature-packed SOHO MFP, let down by slow, noisy, glitchy performance
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Brother MFC-J4540DW review: Office-quality printing at home
Reviews An inkjet MFP for home-based staff that shows promise in a new category
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Canon PIXMA GM2050 Inkjet Monochrome Printer review: Less is more
Reviews A stripped down solution for reliable black and white printing
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How to reset your iPhone passcode
Tutorials Our helpful guide to getting past the awkward problem of forgetting your phone's passcode
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The autopsy of Windows 7
In-depth Report of a postmortem examination
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WD My Cloud Pro PR2100: A solid and capable SOHO NAS drive
Reviews A reliable new entry to the stalwart range, but file transfer speeds are still not as fast as other brands
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TP-Link TL-SG1016D 16-Port Unmanaged Gigabit Switch
Reviews A trusted model that now represents a reliable budget buy
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Adata SC660H review
Reviews Lighter than its rivals and a fraction of the price of other 3D-NAND equipped drives, Adata offers incredible value for money
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G-Technology Slim SSD USB-C review
Reviews Designed with Apple in mind, but worthy of consideration for Windows users too
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WD My Passport SSD review
Reviews An impressive basic device that utilises flash to reduce size and increase speed
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