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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is the main processor for your computer and the device that carries out commands of the computer programs. Cores are used to process information and can come in single, dual, quad, or hexa-core configurations. Generally speaking, the more cores the better the processing power and the better the computer will [...]
Memory or RAM is important to any computer build and can be the key to a good upgrade. DDR3 is the newest version, though DDR2 can still be found on the market and is still used by less expensive or older motherboards. DDR2 can usually be found in budget builds and older model computers. Motherboards [...]