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Computer Parts and Accessories – The Lifeline of a Computer

February 10th, 2011 · No Comments · Introductions

A computer has become a necessity in everyday life. The popularity of the internet and the ease of communicating through it have increased the use of computers for professional as well as personal needs. From filling online forms for a school/ college admission to applying for a job, a computer is must have for all. [...]

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Taking a Look at the Components in Desktop PCs

October 30th, 2010 · No Comments · Introductions

With so many brands of desktop PCs any novice computer user can easily be confused with all that is available on the market. It is important to understand the components in desktop PCs so not only you can understand the benefits but also makes it easier to decide what you will need for your PC. [...]

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What Is Liquid Cooling?

June 17th, 2010 · No Comments · Cooling

Liquid cooling is the use of liquid, typically water, to cool off computer systems. This is usually achieved through heat transfer from the computer parts across a metal surface and into the liquid. The liquid is then run through a system like a radiator to cool the water and send it into the computer again. [...]

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CPU Speed

May 20th, 2010 · No Comments · CPU, Processors

CPU speed is not a reliable indicator of CPU performance. Many factors inside and outside of the CPU exert a significant impact on CPU performance, and on overall system performance. The CPU CPU speed is measure in megahertz. A 1MHz CPU can accomplish one million CPU cycles in one second. Does this mean that a [...]

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How to Monitor CPU Temperature

May 19th, 2010 · No Comments · CPU, How To Maintain, Processors

Excessive heat damages electronics. Monitoring the temperature of your CPU and other computer components can help you keep them running properly. To make the most of monitoring software, you will need to ensure you have ACPI functionality enabled in your motherboard BIOS. Why CPU Temperature is so Important When the first affordable PCs were offered [...]

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What are the Components of a CPU?

May 18th, 2010 · No Comments · CPU, Introductions

At the “heart” of every computer lies the CPU, or central processing unit, which is responsible for carrying out arithmetic and logic functions as well as executing instructions to other components. The components of a CPU work together, and depending on how they are made, determine exactly how fast these operations can be carried out [...]

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How Microprocessors Work

April 28th, 2010 · No Comments · Introductions, Q & A, Technology

The computer you are using to read this page uses a microprocessor to do its work. The microprocessor is the heart of any normal computer, whether it is a desktop machine, a server or a laptop. The microprocessor you are using might be a Pentium, a K6, a PowerPC, a Sparc or any of the [...]

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The Complete Guide to Choose A CPU

March 8th, 2010 · No Comments · CPU, Processors

Introduction Being the brain of the computer, the CPU plays a very important role in determining the performance of the system. Unfortunately, when it comes to choosing the best CPU (especially for a gaming computer), you will probably feel like a lost sheep. With different brands, models, speeds and specifications to choose from, it can [...]

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