Articles Index
Understanding Laptop PC Size/Weight
An article that takes a look at the size and weight of laptop computers and what the basic dimensions are of the various classifications of laptops.
Understanding PC Desktop Hard Drives
An article that examines the specifications for desktop PC hard drives to better understand the differences in hard drives for making an informed computer purchase.
Upgrade or Replace a Laptop PC?
Article from the About.com PC Hardare / Reviews Guide that takes a look into what options users have for upgrading their laptop PCs or whether it might be more useful to replace it instead.
Upgrade or Replace?
Article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide examining the options available to people with older desktop computers by either upgrading the parts of the computer or through replacement.
Understanding Laptop PC Networking
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at the different aspects of networking available in laptop computers to assist users when buying their next laptop PC.
What are Netbooks?
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that takes a look at the trend of the new low cost netbook category of mobile computers and if they may be something you should consider for a PC.
High Definition PC Video Paradox
An article that looks into the problems facing PCs and the playback of high definition video from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Understanding Desktop PC Memory
An article that takes a look at the specifications for memory in desktop computer systems to help make an informed purchasing decision.
Understanding Laptop PC Memory
An article that looks at the memory specifications for laptop computers to give an informed decision on purchasing the right amount of memory for their computing tasks.
Understanding Desktop PC CPUs
An article that takes a look at the various desktop PC processors on the market and breaks them down into four categories for a better understanding when purchasing a new desktop PC.
PC Power Supply Efficiency
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at the efficiencies of personal computer power supplies and what it means to consumers energy consumption.
PC Power Supply Wattage
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at desktop PC power supplies and their wattage ratings.
Graduation Computers
Article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide with advice for those looking to purchase a desktop or notebook computer system for a graduating student.
Understanding Laptop PC Processors
An article that looks at how to determine if a CPU for a laptop PC matches what the computer will be used for.
Understanding LCD Monitors
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that examines the various specifications listed with LCD computer monitors to make an informed comparison before purchasing a new computer monitor.
Understanding Laptop PC Video
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at laptop graphics and displays to assist in the selection of a laptop computer system.
DIY: Budget Gaming PC Guide
A suggested list of parts to build your own budget desktop gaming PC computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
DIY: Budget PC Guide
A suggested list of parts to build your own budget desktop PC computer for under $500 from the About.com PC / Hardware / Reviews Guide.
LCD Monitors and Color Gamuts
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks into how an LCD's color gamut can impact how well it can represent real world colors for a computer system.
Understanding Desktop PC Video Cards
An article that looks at the specifications of video graphics inside desktop personal computers to make an informed purchasing decision.
Computer Recycling
An article discussing the options consumers have for disposing of old computer components and electronics from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Understanding Laptop PC Drives
An article that looks at the various hard drives, CD, DVD and Blu-ray drives found in laptop PCs to help make an informed purchasing decision.
Understanding Desktop CD, DVD and BD Drives
An article that looks at the specifications of CD, DVD and Blu-ray based drives in desktop PCs to better understand them before buying a new computer.
Using Coupons to Get a Computer for Less
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at how the use of coupons can actually help one to get a new computer for less.
LCD Image Persistence
Article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide discussing the phenomenon known as image persistence on LCD monitors and ways to prevent or correct the issue.