I n the world of PC building, there are good investments and bad investments. It’s easy to get lost in the hype of ...

Most IT organizations are concerned that PC systems be as identical as possible, down to the make and model of specific component parts such as video and network cards. It’s effective, efficient and ...

New chips, new cards, new PC parts, new year! CES 2024 was an explosion of innovation from familiar faces AMD and Nvidia, plus some names you may not know. Here's the show-stopping stuff from the DIY ...

The cheapest surge protectors, which are mostly just power strips with a single MOV (Metal Oxide Varistor), are good for just ...

When it comes time to build your next PC, the first thing you do is run out to the reviews. What graphics card is best for gaming? What CPU do I need for video editing? Is Nvidia or AMD better? Our ...

Typically, you don’t need huge amounts of RAM in a gaming PC. Some games utilize more RAM than others, but for the most part ...

Let's go beyond the desktop PCs and core tech we lauded with our Best of CES awards! Check out our picks for the most promising stuff we saw at the show. From the laptops on your desk to satellites in ...

Since its May 31 release, the Intel Core i7-975 Extreme Edition has been the top part in the chip giant's lineup of Nehalem-based desktop processors. For raw power and performance, you just can't beat ...

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Worldwide PC shipments dropped in 2012 on an annual basis for the first time in more than a decade and that is expected to continue this year, research firm IDC said on Monday. PCWorld celebrates its ...