Monthly Archives: July 2018

As more data is being transformed into the digital sphere, finding places to store it has become more difficult for the average user. Almost all of your personal information, photos, and documents are now stored on your computer and phone, and that can take up a lot of space over time. It’s likely you are going to want to look for other storage options than memory cards and hard drives. Cloud-based storage has made it possible for users to store vast amounts of information without taking up physical space on a device. Many corporations are also choosing to move clients’ files online, which provides access from anywhere in the world.

If you're using a computer right now, chances are you'll hear the gentle hum of a small fan if you listen closely. And if you have a hefty gaming computer with loads of processing power, the sound of a fan may be even louder. Fans have long done a decent job of preventing electronics from overheating. But for people with high-end hardware and a desire for the fastest possible processing, a fan might not provide the best solution.

Whether you’re setting up a new desktop PC for the first time or you want to upgrade to a second monitor, getting the best experience depends largely on the components you purchase. If you’re not familiar with the different computer monitor cables available, the choices may be confusing. Here’s what you need to know to make the best buying choice.

After purchasing a new car, no one in their right mind is going to suggest that you alter its engine so that it can use jet fuel and reach speeds of 500 mph but it sounds fun, right? Overclocking your PC is a bit like pushing a vehicle well beyond the limitations of its design. But in this case, you wouldn’t be crazy to do it.

While many modern hard drives offer 500 or more gigabytes (GB) of storage space, they can still fill up fast. Videos, photos, music, applications, and large files can clutter your disk space over time if you aren’t paying close attention. Fortunately, the process of freeing up space on your disk isn’t terribly complicated. With a little determination and persistence, you can learn how to delete apps and free up space.

Ink is one of the main considerations for consumers when choosing an inkjet printer for their home or office. In addition to the assurance of print quality, buyers want to know that replacement cartridges will be affordable for the entire life of their printer. If you do a lot of printing, the ink costs can really add up. If you’re in the market for a new printer or just trying to save ink when printing with your current printer, here are some of the easiest ways to reduce what you spend without giving up high-quality, colorful print results.

Short for solid-state drive (and sometimes solid-state disk), an SSD is a computer data storage option that functions without any moving parts. Compared to the traditional method of HDD storage, which is short for hard-disk drive, SSD drives are built without the traditional spinning disk drive and movable hard disk heads used for reading and writing new information to the disk. An SSD stores data using flash memory to encode information rather than doing so through a physical writing process, which is one of the reasons SSDs consume less overall power. An SSD works through a simple input/output interface, typically via what are called the Serial ATA or with the higher efficiency of PCI Express and NVMe connections.

As the Bitcoin craze continues to escalate, you may become interested in trying it out for yourself by putting together a machine that can handle the mining process. Building a GPU mining rig can require an extra bit of knowledge in order to properly succeed in acquiring Bitcoin. However, if you have built a computer in the past, you’ll have a strong head start.

If you’ve considered getting a new computer or want to upgrade the one you have, you may have come across the word “GPU” in product descriptions and technical specifications. You may be wondering, just what is a GPU? The acronym itself stands for “graphics processing unit,” and it’s an integral part of any satisfying computing or gaming experience.

There are many ways to answer questions like “what is virtual reality?” and “how does it work?” as the technology evolves. New companies are constantly springing up to ask and answer those very questions in different ways, while developers are finding new applications to explore in this exciting space. In the context of gaming, virtual reality generally refers to computer-generated 3D environments. The level of interaction depends on the context of the game you are playing and how the headset and controllers allow you to enter into that game.