Fan Control is an excellent free utility that lets you create custom fan curves, monitor temps, and quiet your system.

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Being a laptop reviewer, it’s not unusual for me to see an otherwise excellent laptop let down by a noisy fan that becomes a distraction during work or play sessions. There are many reasons that can ...