If you're looking to build/buy a new PC, purchase a new laptop, or upgrade your existing system, you'll need to understand what RAM is and how it affects your computer's performance. In this short guide, we'll take a look at what computer memory (RAM) is, how it works, and why it's important in your system. Table of Contents 1. What is RAM? 2. What Does RAM Do? 3. How … [Read more...] about What is RAM (Computer Memory) and What Does it Do?
PC Hardware
Best Fan Control Software for Windows
Need a program to help you gain more control over the fans in your computer? In this post, we've highlighted four fan control programs to help you find the right option for your needs. When your computer's fans go haywire every time you start Chrome, or when you're playing your favorite game, it's a sign that your fans need to be reined in. Luckily there are programs out there … [Read more...] about Best Fan Control Software for Windows
How to Build A Gaming PC (Step-By-Step Guide)
Congratulations on deciding to build your own computer! In this guide, we'll take you through the building process one step at a time. Building your own computer is an incredibly rewarding experience. And, while it might seem like an intimidating process, the reality is that it isn't that difficult to do---especially, if you have a thorough guide to take you through the … [Read more...] about How to Build A Gaming PC (Step-By-Step Guide)
CPU Hierarchy: Comparison of Processor Tiers
If you're looking for a CPU hierarchy list to help you find the right processor for your needs and budget, in this post, we've listed four tiers of CPUs and provided commentary on which options make the most sense for different use cases. Putting together a CPU hierarchy seems like a straight-forward task... just list all of the processors out there from the best-performing … [Read more...] about CPU Hierarchy: Comparison of Processor Tiers
What Motherboard Do I Have? (How to Tell Quickly)
If you need to check what motherboard you have, but you're unsure of how to do so, in this guide, we've listed a few different methods to help you figure out what motherboard is in your computer. For the most part, checking your computer's specs is a fairly straightforward process. Finding out what processor or graphics card you have or how much memory is in your system can be … [Read more...] about What Motherboard Do I Have? (How to Tell Quickly)
