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Ciprian Adrian Rusen

I love technology and I have been working in IT for more than two decades. I am the co-founder of Digital Citizen and its chief editor. Alongside my work as an editor, I am also an author. I have written and published ten books, most of them about Microsoft products and technologies. They are translated into more than 12 languages. I have also been recognized by Microsoft for my technical expertise and involvement in the community with the title of Windows Insider MVP.
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ClearType Text Tuner

How to improve text quality in Windows with ClearType

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 20.09.2023
If you’re having trouble reading text on your Windows computer’s display, or you can see it reasonably well, but your eyes tire quickly, then you can use the ClearType Text Tuner to improve the readability of the text shown on your screen. The ClearType Text...
ASUS ExpertWiFi EBM68

ASUS ExpertWiFi EBM68 review: Mesh Wi-Fi for SMBs!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 19.09.2023
Although ASUS has a lot of expertise in building high-quality routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems for home users, the company has not focused on building networking solutions for business users so far. Luckily, things are changing with the introduction of the new ExpertWiFi lineup, which...
Windows Update

Delivery Optimization: How to get Windows updates faster

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 15.09.2023
Traditionally, Windows updates were downloaded straight from Microsoft’s servers to your PC. This meant that Microsoft had to have a huge infrastructure to deliver updates to millions of users worldwide and that, sometimes, the speed of downloading updates was frustratingly slow. To improve the situation,...
HUAWEI WATCH GT 4

HUAWEI WATCH GT 4 review: Fine-tuned health & fitness tracking!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 14.09.2023
Smartwatches and fitness devices are increasing in popularity, and for good reason: the modern lifestyle isn’t necessarily healthy, and as we’re growing older, we realize that our health and fitness should be a real priority. Or at least, this is how things have been for...
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 review: The flip phone, fine-tuned!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 11.09.2023
The market for good quality foldable smartphones has become more competitive than ever, with people getting all kinds of options, including at prices that are more affordable than ever. This is a positive trend, and I hope it continues. This year’s Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5...
ASUS TUF Gaming AX3000 V2

ASUS TUF Gaming AX3000 V2 review: A good mid-range router

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 23.08.2023
Fast internet connections are slowly gaining ground everywhere in the world. As our homes and businesses are increasingly crowded with more devices that require Wi-Fi connectivity, getting yourself a good router is a must. If you want a solid mid-range Wi-Fi 6 router, which features...
ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO

ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO review: Small and lightweight!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 11.08.2023
A new trend in fitness devices is having ECG and blood pressure measurements available on your wrist. However, these features are usually included on large smartwatches or fitness watches with generous batteries, not on fitness bands. That is until the ASUS VivoWatch 5 AERO came...
Windows logo

How to check the Windows installation date

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 10.08.2023
Do you need to know when you installed Windows on your computer? You may require this information for work or you may want it just to brag about how stable your operating system is after all these years of abuse. Or perhaps you just don’t...
Proxy settings in Windows 11

How to set the proxy settings in Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 31.07.2023
Depending on your network, you may need to use a proxy server to browse the web. When you go online, your traffic goes through the proxy server. This allows you to protect your privacy by covering some of your tracks when surfing the web. That’s...
LG OLED C3

LG OLED C3 review: Superb choice for your living room!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 28.07.2023
LG kicked off the revolution introduced by OLED TVs, and the company has made a name for itself over the years. One of the best models in LG’s recently launched 2023 OLED lineup is the LG OLED C3. The C series is the company’s most...
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5

5 new features of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5

  • misc
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 26.07.2023
Samsung has announced the release of the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 smartphones, as well as the Galaxy Tab S9 line of tablets and Galaxy Watch6 smartwatches. A few days ago, I was invited to an event where I got to tinker with...
Windows 10 themes

How to change the Windows 10 theme

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 25.07.2023
While not everyone takes the time to personalize the look of their laptop or desktop PC, some are obsessed with this aspect. Luckily, Windows 10 is versatile when it comes to customization, and changing its theme lets you modify several visual elements and sound effects...
Mouse Keys

Mouse Keys: Click or right-click with the keyboard in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 24.07.2023
Did your mouse malfunction, and do you need to use your computer now? Are you a laptop user who doesn’t like the built-in trackpad? Or maybe you have some motor issues that prevent you from using the mouse? In any of these situations, you’ll be...
Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X10+ review: Excellent automated cleaning!

  • review
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 19.07.2023
While robot vacuums are similar in terms of looks and general design, they vary greatly in price, technology, features, and usefulness. If you have a large living space or office that needs regular cleaning, you’re better served by the more expensive options, which feature a...