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All we wanted to do was answer a simple question: Which U.S. airports do tech best? The question may have been simple, but finding the answer wasn't. In fact, the article "20 Best U.S. Airports for Tech Travelers" ended up being the most complex project in PCWorld's 30-year history, requiring two editors, one in-house researcher, 31 field researchers, and the support of dozens of airline and airport personnel. Senior Editor Mark Sullivan oversaw the four-month project, and he began by recruiting "tech auditors" from across the U.S. and setting them loose in secure areas of the country's 40 largest airports. Their assignment: Count all electrical outlets, charging stations, work desks, USB ports, and any other tech amenities. Then test connection speeds for cell network speeds as well as airport Wi-Fi service. How does your local airport stack up? Read Mark's article and check out the charts for a detailed analysis. --Editorial Director Steve Fox Top Stories 20 Best U.S. Airports for Tech Travelers We tested Wi-Fi quality and cell reception (and counted electrical outlets) at the 40 largest airports, to find the ones that keep you plugged in at the gate and in the air. The Biggest Tech Fails and Flops of 2011 If you like train wrecks, 2011 was a fascinating year in personal technology. Top PC Component Picks of the Year Looking to put together a new PC for the new year or give the gift of gorgeous gaming graphics for the holidays? Here's how to find the best PC parts out this year. For more upgrading tip and reviews, visit PCWorld.com. Top Tweets From @PCWPluggedIn MIT's light-speed camera snaps a trillion frames per second: Those instant replays are gonna take forever. Texting while driving is up 50 percent, despite warnings: lol wht r u wryd abt anywaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Did HP just give WebOS "a death sentence"? 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