The Best Computer is the One You Build Yourself

One of the best ways of getting the computer that suits your specific needs is to build your own.  Additionally, building your own computer allows you to create a simple-to-upgrade machine that can operate effectively for many years.  It is relatively easy to do, but it does require a little bit of knowledge to find, [...]

Three Factors in Every Hard Drive Purchase

HDD stands for Hard Disk Drive and is a type of mass storage for computers.  They come in two different sizes (form factors) 2.5″, for laptops, and 3.5″, for desktop computers.  An HDD uses a read/write head that access data stored on the disk.  Three factors can affect performance of the drive and should be [...]

HDDs versus SSDs

There are two primary types of Hard Drives – the computer’s mass storage device.  One is a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and the other is a Solid State Drive (SSD).  The primary difference between the two is that the HDD has a higher capacity, while the SSD has the faster performance.

An HDD uses a spinning [...]

Power Supply Integral to Every Computer Build

The power supply unit (PSU) is an integral part of any computer build.  Without it, your components cannot run.  Also, it is important to buy a quality product because if a PSU unit fails it can take out a lot of other components.

Wattage output is the prime factor in determining which PSU to purchase.  All [...]

Choosing a Motherboard

The motherboard of your computer is the centerpiece for your Memory, CPU, and your Graphics card.  Your choice of motherboard will depend upon the types of the above components you are using.  A bad choice can hold your computer back.  A good choice will allow for upgrades into the future.  It is also important to [...]