http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/30525.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 08:29:14 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:30525CSMcGuireLaptops have a unique way of becoming obsolete very quickly, which begs the question - Can a Laptop be upgraded? Some components can be, but most are proprietary to that system only. So let's see what we can do to improve performance on a laptop. Upgrading Rules While some components on a laptop can be upgraded to improve performance and fe...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/25117.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 08:27:34 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25117JeanFAYou've certainly noticed there are a quite a few cables coming out of your computer. If you have ever opened up a PC, you saw there are even more cables wandering around there. We explain what they are, what they do, and when and how to use them. Plugging In Getting a computer and its peripherals (keyboard, screen, printer, etc.) to work requir...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/36033.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 08:25:28 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:36033iambraunTaking apart your desktop PC computer shouldn't be a chore or anything to be afraid of. With a screwdriver, this guide, and a little patience, anyone should be able to do it with ease. Getting Started PRINT THIS GUIDE BEFORE BEGINNING! Tools required: Small Screwdriver (usually a phillips type) Recommended: Static bags (for placing loose parts)...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/29643.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 08:23:49 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:29643JeanFANvidia has hyped CUDA a lot, and there have been practical results. But these have been in terms of HPC and workstation computing. The mainstream side hasn’t seen many applications, but there is some development. What Is CUDA? It stands for Compute Unified Device Architecture. It is Nvidia’s plan to take over the universe. That’s a bit of...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/15569.aspxSat, 07 Nov 2009 08:22:49 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:15569ashwinsatyanarayanaThe Computer is all about processing data. The CPU does all of that and more. The CPU is the heart of the computer and works relentlessly to produce the results we have come to depend on. Although its actual workings are far too difficult to pack in an article, a head start can do no harm. Read on. The CPU (The Central Processing Unit) as the name ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/31625.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 19:46:16 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:31625SteveMallardMany users don't know that laptop processors are designed to save battery power and may have their CPU throttled down. Users may also experience shortened battery time because their CPU is running at its full speed. This tutorial shows you how to control your CPU to meet your needs. Laptop CPU Control In order to conserve on battery usage, many...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/47774.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 19:46:10 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:47774barrosd12In our second article on the new "Future Hardware" series, we look at how the external and internal hard drives we know and love are evolving to meet consumer needs. Solid State 101 Last time, we were talking about how online mediums have revolutionized how data is stored for corporations and how these changes are making their way into our ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/reviews/40987.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 19:42:04 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:40987rebeccascudderRecently, 128GB Thumb drives were announced, but none are actually available. Transcend's 128GB portable SSD is available, and not an unreasonable price for a SSD of that size. And, though a bit bigger than a thumb drive, you can take it anywhere, without the worry of breaking off the USB connector Transcend brought its portable 128GB SSD to ma...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/14265.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 17:05:52 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:14265PipedreamergreyToday marks the anniversary of the signing of the contract that started Microsoft down the road to fame and fortune. Read about the contract and more in "This Day in Computer History", a chronology of notable events in the computer, ecommerce, and software industries on this day in history. This Day in Computer History 1957 The Hewlett-Pack...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/reviews/24306.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:16:30 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:24306madberryDo you have a lot of hard drives laying around? With Thermaltake's Blacx you can now turn those drives into external hard drives. The easiest way to extend hard drive capacity is to use a USB external hard drive. The Blacx makes it easy. Who Makes It? Thermaltake. a respected entity in the case manufacturing realm, makes the Blacx. If y...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/40252.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:16:24 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:40252triciagossChances are you spend more time at your computer workstation than anywhere else, except maybe your bed. While you might not use comfort and work in the same sentence, it is important that your workstation is setup ergonomically to prevent pain and strain. Seating If the majority of your day is spent sitting, you might think that this position is ea...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/14768.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:16:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:14768aczafraPhoto printers are great alternatives to studio photo printings. It saves you not only money but time and effort to go to the nearest color photo processing shop. To guide you in choosing the best photo printers for your needs, here are three of the top photo printers available in the market today. Epson Stylus 1400 Photo Printer The Epson Stylus 1...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/40983.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:58 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:40983CSMcGuireIn this informative article about laser printers, we specifically focus in on the fuser in a laser printer and how it works, as well as how to spot a bad fuser and find a replacement. Overview Laser printers are complex machines. Part of my training in school was to become intimitely familiar with every component of a laser printer and how it works...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/40887.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:14:21 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:40887KatieGattoIf you have lost (or are afraid of losing) your laptop to a thief, then there are steps that you can take. This piece can help you to choose the laptop recovery software that will get your hardware back to you. You can even wipe it clean, or take a picture of the crook. We do not always live in an honest world. Even people who want to belie...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/43814.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:10:42 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:43814etherfireComputers continue to get smaller and smaller with every passing year. It is incredible to see how small computers have become in such a short time. But who makes the smallest laptop today? What has this trend of miniaturization created for us in terms of usable little laptops? Here's your answer. Introduction Every few months the compu...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/43750.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:10:37 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:43750johngThey may be much more powerful today but computers in the distant past were based on much the same logic. Storage, memory, and processing worked then much as it works now. First and Second Generation Computers The concepts of computer memory , storage , and processing have not changed much in the last 40 years. Certainly, these components have beco...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/43786.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:10:32 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:43786paladinIn order to work with our hard disks more efficiently, we have to know what partitions and logical volumes are. We will have a discussion about them and make the concepts clear. Introduction Let’s consider a hard disk as an area where you can store information. You can divide this area into smaller sections, or if you have more than one area, you c...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/reviews/44961.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:10:26 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:44961Faceless ClockLogitech's Illuminated Keyboard has, uh, Illuminated keys. But its most obvious feature is not its only one. In fact, the Logitech Illuminated Keyboard is a fabulous niche product, although casual typists may not appreciate all of its strengths. Typing After Dark Illuminated Keyboards are a growing fad among computer peripherals. Computer monit...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/43867.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:10:17 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:43867macuraNvidia has established itself as one of the top video card makers in the world over the last few years, battling with competitors for the top spot. Nvidia’s ability to keep its place towards the top of the video card heap is largely due to an ability to make the ultimate in tweakable cards. Windows Control Panel Options The first step in twea...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/47386.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 22:10:11 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:47386johngConsidering how long ergonomic input devices have been available, it is amazing how many people prefer the standard 90-degree computer keyboard. What is Ergonomics? Since the invention of the typewriter, the QWERTY keyboard layout has dominated the most important interface device for typewriters, electric typewriters, and right through to compu...