http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware.aspxenhttp://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...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/53634.aspxFri, 30 Oct 2009 00:39:16 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53634johngComputer repair is expensive. Fix your own computer using five of the best free online computer troubleshooting tutorials. Computer repair rates are expensive and support from your computer’s manufacturer is slow to respond and expensive if your computer is no longer covered by a warranty. Truthfully, many of the computer problems people pay hundre...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/44066.aspxMon, 05 Oct 2009 11:18:01 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:44066barrosd12Our final article in our "Most Important Hardware Innovations Ever" series shows you what the most important one actually is. We've detailed everything from USB to Solid-State Drives to Video Cards. What tops our list? You'll have to read on inside to find out more. Saving the Best for Last Now we’re getting to the good stuff. H...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/44065.aspxMon, 05 Oct 2009 11:17:57 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:44065barrosd12This time around on "Most Important Hardware Innovations Ever", we look at what storage has done for us and how important it is. Our countdown continues at number 6. Introduction Continuing our discussion of the hardware that has changed humanity forever , we next take a look at the medium contenders on our list. These are pieces that were ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/44063.aspxMon, 05 Oct 2009 11:15:52 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:44063barrosd12Welcome to the hardware innovation countdown. This article explores numbers 9 through 7 on our way to discovering what is the most influential piece of hardware ever invented. Introduction We live in a golden age of computing – everything from our toothbrushes to our cars have tiny CPUs inside them. The first computers were underpowered by today’s ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/18334.aspxWed, 09 Sep 2009 11:44:29 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:18334johngThe granularity of a system refers to its ability to be broken down into smaller parts. The modern home computer has reached an all time high in granularity. Understanding Granularity In many fields, the term granularity refers generally to the size of the components that make up a system. The term can refer to any system and has been applied to al...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/16818.aspxWed, 02 Sep 2009 13:57:59 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:16818johngCommercial industries often consider the total cost of purchasing an asset beyond the sticker price. Home users can learn from Total Cost of Ownership analysis when buying a computer. When a company purchases an asset, more than just the sticker price is considered in terms of the impact the asset will have on the organization. Other costs, some ob...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/46915.aspxWed, 26 Aug 2009 03:57:16 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:46915johngHard Drives are one of the most common computer parts to stop working correctly. Discussed here are some tips on how to troubleshoot and fix a broken hard drive. As computer parts go, hard drives are one of the most common parts to go bad often resulting in the need to replace the main storage component. Hard drives can be a bit funny; while some l...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/23765.aspxTue, 09 Jun 2009 21:07:53 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:23765mhartmanNetbooks are the hot new item in the computer hardware market. What is the difference between a Netbook and a Laptop, and how would a shopper decide which one they might wish to purchase? What is a Laptop? If you are reading this article, you are probably well acquainted with laptops. You may even be reading this on one right now. A laptop ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/reviews/19878.aspxSat, 06 Jun 2009 21:48:31 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:19878SteveMallardNeed a utility to scan your hard drive and the information you store on your computer? Xinorbis is an excellent freeware utility with a feature rich selection of hard disk software tools. The Xinorbis software analyzes your hard drive like no other software. Overview Because of the sizes of hard drives today and the amount of data stored, keepi...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/25545.aspxWed, 03 Jun 2009 13:41:24 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25545PhungusSometimes having an old computer on hand is all you need to get that new one back up and running again if there is a problem. Otherwise, you might be dead in the water. This article is about my experience with that very issue. Your Old PC Getting a new computer is always exciting, but it can leave you wondering what to do with your old computer. In...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/25536.aspxWed, 03 Jun 2009 13:38:42 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25536PhungusDon't be too quick to ditch that old PC in favor of your new one. You just might have a problem that requires the help of another computer, and you'll sure miss that old clunker when you need it. Your Old PC Getting a new computer is always an exciting thing, but it often leaves one pondering what to do with their old computer. This article...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/32270.aspxTue, 26 May 2009 08:36:44 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:32270SteveMallardEver wonder what all of the cables are that connect to your computer? This tutorial shows external connections on your computer. The primary connections are the VGA / DVI, USB, PS/2, power and speakers. Because these connections are color coded and designed to fit like plugs, anyone can use them. External Connectors Below is a descripti...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/13851.aspxThu, 21 May 2009 13:57:20 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:13851SteveMallardNeed broadband on the go? Verizon Wireless offers three hardware components to connect you to the Internet. With a wide area of coverage, this ensures you will have Internet connectivity regardless of where you are. Verizon Wireless Broadband Verizon offers three connection devices for laptops. These three types of devices are: Expresscard, Sta...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/reviews/33229.aspxWed, 29 Apr 2009 12:40:08 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:33229KatieGattoIf you enjoy the use of your Sling Player and Sling Box, then you may be thinking about getting your hands on a Sling Catcher. If that is the case, read this review and find out if the Sling Catcher will be the way that you can watch TV on the go. If you have Sling Player on your personal computer then you know how liberating it can be to watch TV ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/32999.aspxMon, 27 Apr 2009 07:53:50 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:32999SteveMallardThe Internet has provided a resource for home users in many ways. With the amount of data a user can download from the Internet and devices like digital cameras, it is important to mirror your hard drive so that you won't lose your digital pictures, music or documents. The Growing Complexity of Computers The Internet has permitted the ease of a...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/31830.aspxMon, 13 Apr 2009 21:00:50 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:31830PhungusComputer power supplies come in a wide variety of makes and models with the main difference being the number of watts it can handle and the type of cabling it supports. This article will tell you everything you need to know for picking the best computer power supply. Computer Power Supply If you are building or upgrading your computer system, this ...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/30671.aspxMon, 30 Mar 2009 17:51:56 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:30671WarrenHayashiWireless and Bluetooth capable keyboards are installed in much the same way and using the same basic process, since they neither requires any direct computer connections. Bluetooth Keyboards Bluetooth keyboards are a different kind of wireless device. Many laptops and computers will come with an integrated Bluetooth receiver, so there is nothing to...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/30668.aspxMon, 30 Mar 2009 17:37:24 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:30668WarrenHayashiYou will need to find the correct port on your computer for the type of keyboard you have purchased, either PS/2 or USB, and then just connect the keyboard to the computer. The process is slightly different depending on whether you are attaching a PS/2 or USB keyboard. Locating the Ports You have bought a new keyboard, but now you want to l...