http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware.aspxenhttp://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/22764.aspxThu, 11 Jun 2009 19:43:08 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:22764CSMcGuireEven many computer-literates cringe at the thought of networking, but with a little knowledge and direction it can be as easy as many of the other computing tasks you've mastered over the years. What is a Home Network Networking is defined as the interconnecting of two or more network devices, like two computers, or a computer and a router, or ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/24722.aspxMon, 08 Jun 2009 10:28:37 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:24722Faceless ClockComputer hardware is a complex market, and upgrading your PC requires research as a result. Reading hardware reviews may not be exciting, but you'll be rewarded by the fastest PC upgrades possible. Know What You're Buying Having decided what you need to upgrade to gain the most performance for your money, it is now time to turn to the detai...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/22769.aspxMon, 08 Jun 2009 10:28:12 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:22769Faceless ClockUpgrading your PC can save you a lot of money, but for the best results, you'll need to target your upgrades. Depending on how you use your PC, there are some upgrades that are more important than others. Targeting your upgrades to fill your needs means better performance with less cash. Shore Up Your Weaknesses Once you've determined that your...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/27953.aspxMon, 08 Jun 2009 10:12:58 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:27953JeanFABuilding a PC gets you the functionality and upgrade potential you need without paying for bundled components you won't use, or lavish TV marketing campaigns. But even if you know how to put a computer together, choosing parts can be daunting. Here are some lists for different needs and budgets. Even if you have built your own computers before,...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/25671.aspxSun, 07 Jun 2009 20:33:24 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25671JeanFACan you really build a great gaming computer for under $750? Absolutely. Cheap But Good Gaming Computer When I set out to choose parts for a gaming PC, I assumed I would be cutting corners left and right. I was pleasantly surprised. It appears Prior’s conjecture isn’t keeping up with Moore’s law, and you can actually get more powerful compu...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/26286.aspxSun, 07 Jun 2009 20:23:22 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:26286mhartmanDo you want a top notch gaming PC that can play all the latest games at max or near max settings? Would you like to spend less than $1000? Read on! Building a high end gaming PC for under $1,000 I am a pretty hard core gamer and I make online computer games for a living. I don't like to skimp when buying a gaming PC. After 15 ye...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/26285.aspxSun, 07 Jun 2009 20:17:39 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:26285paladinWhen you go to a store to buy yourself a desktop computer, you will see tens of choices. You have something in mind and the salesperson is there to assist you. But how can you make the right choice? Introduction The “incredible graphics” and “giant memory” you see on inserts or advertisements mean something after you purchased the item. Of cour...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/26886.aspxSat, 06 Jun 2009 22:03:41 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:26886Faceless ClockAMD's Athlon processors may be old news, but they're also one of the longest lasting, most popular product lines to ever hit the CPU market. If you've got one of these old soldiers and want to give it a fighting chance against today's bigger, meaner processors, then look no further. Life From The Old Bird Athlon's X2 processors are ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/22874.aspxSat, 06 Jun 2009 09:11:36 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:22874JeanFABefore we do anything we will be sorry we did, let’s get the most info we can about overclocking a PC CPU. Overclocking, in general terms, is running something at a higher frequency (i.e. faster) than the manufacturer’s recommendations. While this may immediately seem like as bad an idea as putting a 300-lb weight lifter in a chair made for p...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/22466.aspxSat, 06 Jun 2009 09:04:21 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:22466mhartmanThe motherboard is one of the core components of any PC. Your RAM, CPU, hard drive, and other choices all affect the motherboard decision. This buyer's guide walks you through some of these decisions and helps you make sure you buy the right motherboard for the rest of your new PC's hardware. Before Choosing a Motherboard, What Do I Need to...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/25167.aspxWed, 03 Jun 2009 13:14:41 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25167JeanFAWhile it's often true that you get what you pay for, you can also save a lot of money if you know a bit about your purchase. It is easy to be disappointed by a deal that seems too good to be true, but you can get away with cheap computer hardware if you know what you are getting. Cheap Computer Hardware Shopping Very few people aren't constrain...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/25436.aspxMon, 01 Jun 2009 20:19:22 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25436JeanFAAsus is best known for Eee PCs and quality desktop PC components, but they have some nice notebooks too. We look at some great choices for under $1000, gaming, desktop replacement, business, and fashion notebooks. Asus Makes A Good Laptop Asus wants to sell more notebooks , and we think their product line is definitely able to compete with bett...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/22877.aspxWed, 11 Feb 2009 21:45:07 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:22877JeanFAThe higher you intend to push your clocks the more money you need to spend on cooling and a quality motherboard. You also need to invest more of your time digging up information. The most important thing you need when overclocking is knowledge. We have discussed, in general terms, what overclocking is and why it works, along with what can go wrong,...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/22875.aspxMon, 19 Jan 2009 22:55:52 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:22875JeanFAWe explain how to minimize risks associated with overclocking, and what to do if a system won’t boot while overclocking. We also tell you how to find critical info about your chip's voltage you will need. As we said in the introductory article, overclocking can damage or destroy your equipment very easily, and you are likely to void your ...