Articles about computer hardware
While most major manufacturer’s have been largely concentrating on SSD (Solid State Drive) technology over the past few years, Seagate has pursued a rather different strategy. Instead of releasing stand-alone SSDs, the company has been focused on producing a range of hybrid hard drives which […]
Seagate SSHD Hybrid Drives combine speed + large capacity + affordability Read More »
Since the release of the Sandy Bridge line of processors, Intel has shown no signs of loosening its grip on the control over the high-end CPU market. And, their strength in the most important market in the computer industry (processors) will strengthen even more with
Haswell CPUs – The Next Line of Intel Processor Architecture Read More »
My old MacBook Pro was getting kind of sluggish and I was running out of disk space fairly routinely. With Apple recently dropping the price of MacBook Pros by $200, I decided to take the plunge this weekend and buy a 13” MacBook Pro with
Going Retina with the MacBook Pro Read More »
Perhaps no component is more influential on the quality of your computer than your motherboard. Sure, components like your processor and memory determine how fast your system runs, however, the quality of your processor and memory (and every other components for that matter) is directly
How to Choose a Quality Motherboard for Your Computer Read More »
If you’re looking to build a new home PC and you want to put some real power behind it, you’re going to need a high-quality processor and a solid motherboard that can support it. With both a powerful processor and a feature-rich motherboard, you will
Intel Core i5-3570 and ASUS P8H77-V LE Bundle Read More »
Why the XFX HD 7850 is a Great Card for Any User The majority of computer owners purchase their PCs at a brick and mortar store and use them for everyday tasks such as browsing the internet, checking emails, and doing some basic word processing.
XFX Radeon HD 7850 – A DCT Review of an All-Around Awesome Video Card Read More »
Nvidia has just released new Graphics Processing Unit (AKA dedicated graphic card) drivers across the board. News of this release has been well documented across the net, mainly because of the vulnerability/exploit concerns. However, it now appears that the story has been sensationalized somewhat and
Nvidia updates GPU drivers: Vulnerability fix plus enhancements Read More »
When it comes to purchasing a computer, you, as a consumer, literally have hundreds of options to choose from. Each manufacturer has different builds with different specifications at different prices. Ideally, the more you spend, the better performing computer you will get. And, usually, a
Why You Should Build Your Own PC Read More »
With the introduction of its latest innovation, it appears GE may have set some kind of record for the ultimate in miniaturization. In a move which has the potential to revolutionize consumer electronics and usher in a new generation of thinner, quieter, and more powerful
GE unveils ultra-thin, whisper quiet cooler for laptops/tablets Read More »
Warning… rant follows! I love my computers and all that goes with them BUT, why oh why do manufacturers insist on perpetuating the awful design flaws which tend to irritate and frustrate most users. Here are my top 5 pet peeves: 1) Grey or black
My Top 5 PC product peeves! Read More »
I’ve been reading quite a few opinions and predictions lately concerning the desktop computer and its ultimate survival. I read another just yesterday entitled… “10 Reasons why the desktop PC will live forever.” While I cannot disagree with the basic premise presented by the title,
Is the Desktop Computer heading for extinction? Read More »
Just wanted to share a find from my travels on the interwebs. This video posted by Youtube user OS2Memories. Enjoy. [youtube]http://youtu.be/Ohidv69WfNQ[/youtube]
Video Blast from the Past Read More »
Apple held its media event today at the California Theatre in San Jose, California. Tim Cook, CEO, and Phil Schiller, Senior Vice President of Worldwide Product Marketing, took the stage to announce several product upgrades as well as the much-anticipated iPad mini. The presentation began
Apple Shows Off iPad mini and Much More Read More »
What is CrossfireX? CrossfireX is a technology developed by Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). It allows a computer user to connect 2 graphics accelerators in order to combine their resources. In effect, both graphics cards act as one unified device. Usually, and the best practice, is
AMD CrossfireX Installation Guide Read More »
