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May 31, 2019Ever wonder what makes a computer fast? In this article, we’ll talk about everything you need to know in order to build the fastest desktop computer for your budget, from choosing the ideal case design to installing and testing components.
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January 12, 2019
If you’re in the market for a new laptop at home or work, you've undoubtedly been confronted with a number of choices. It might be easy to choose between a mobile laptop versus a desktop tower, and you might have several stand-out features at the top of your priority list, but when it comes to computer memory, the answer isn’t always clear.
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January 12, 2019If you’re in the market for a new laptop at home or work, you're undoubtedly confronted with a number of choices. It might be easy to choose between a mobile laptop versus a desktop tower, and you might have several stand-out features at the top of your priority list, but when it comes to computer memory, the answer isn’t always clear. When browsing solid state drives (SSDs) and hard disk drives (HDDs), an Intel® Optane™ motherboard is one choice you might encounter. Not sure what Intel Optane means or what benefits it offers? Then this article is for you. Here we clarify this advanced memory system, including a definition of what it is, how it works, and why you might want it for your computing experience.
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December 26, 2018
It’s inevitable that all computers will experience slower speeds at some point. As software becomes more demanding, the way in which your PC reacts to these changes can have a big impact on its performance. The operating system you have and whether you have chosen to upgrade to Windows 10 can also make a big difference.
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December 26, 2018It’s inevitable that all computers will experience slower speeds at some point. As software becomes more demanding, the way in which your PC reacts to these changes can have a big impact on its performance. The operating system you have and whether you have chosen to upgrade to Windows 10 can also make a big difference. While you can make some upgrades to your laptop to make it run faster, there are some improvements you can make that are more cost-effective and straightforward to do. These minor adjustments may not seem like they will speed up your computer performance, but combined they can make it possible to keep your PC functional for a number of years.
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November 16, 2018
If you’re in the market for a new laptop or PC, you’re probably filtering your way through a tall stack of features, including everything from screen size and resolution to storage space and memory. You’ll likely prioritize which specs fall on your must-have list, and which bells and whistles might be nice to have, depending on your computing needs and budget.
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November 16, 2018If you’re in the market for a new laptop or PC, you’re probably filtering your way through a tall stack of features, including everything from screen size and resolution to storage space and memory. You’ll likely prioritize which specs fall on your must-have list, and which bells and whistles might be nice to have, depending on your computing needs and budget. When it comes down to making a decision on your next laptop or PC, arguably the most important feature to consider is the type of hard drive it comes equipped with. Not sure about the difference between a solid state drive (SSD) versus a hard drive disk (HDD)? You should take time to educate yourself. It could make or break the performance of your new computer. Read on to learn more about the different types of hard drives and why they matter, so you can confidently move forward with your new investment.
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July 15, 2018
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.
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July 15, 2018While 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.
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July 11, 2018
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.