PC Hardware / Reviews: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Best All-In-One PCs
Selection of the best all-in-one desktop personal computers for various uses and budgets from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best all-in-one desktop personal computers for various uses and budgets from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
What PC To Buy?
A questionnaire to allow users to find the proper desktop or notebook computer system that meets their budget and usage needs based upon their answers.
A questionnaire to allow users to find the proper desktop or notebook computer system that meets their budget and usage needs based upon their answers.
SSD
Article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide looking at the new solid state drive technology and how it will impact computers over the traditional hard drive.
Article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide looking at the new solid state drive technology and how it will impact computers over the traditional hard drive.
Budget Laptop PCs
Selection of the best budget laptop PCs that can be found for under $600 from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best budget laptop PCs that can be found for under $600 from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Desktop PC Buyer's Guide
A product buying guide that examinations the specifications to consider when looking at purchasing your next desktop personal computer system from your About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
A product buying guide that examinations the specifications to consider when looking at purchasing your next desktop personal computer system from your About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Best 24-inch LCDs
Selection of the best 24-inch LCD computer monitors for a variety of uses and prices based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best 24-inch LCD computer monitors for a variety of uses and prices based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
PC Sound Cards
Selection of the best internal PC audio sound cards from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best internal PC audio sound cards from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
27-inch to 30-inch LCDs
Selection of the best wide screen 27 to 30-inch LCD computer monitors for a varitey of tasks and prices based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best wide screen 27 to 30-inch LCD computer monitors for a varitey of tasks and prices based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Desktop PC Parts Checklist
A quick checklist of the core components required to build a desktop computer system from scratch. Includes a brief description of the components as well as links to more details on selecting the components.
A quick checklist of the core components required to build a desktop computer system from scratch. Includes a brief description of the components as well as links to more details on selecting the components.
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.
A suggested list of parts to build your own budget desktop gaming PC computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
The "What Computer Should I Buy?" Questionnaire
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What is RAID?
What is RAID? Using Multiple Hard Drives for Performance and Reliability Introduction Back in the late
What is RAID? Using Multiple Hard Drives for Performance and Reliability Introduction Back in the late
Tablets vs Laptops
An article that examines the differences between tablet PCs and traditional laptops to help buyers figure out which one would best suit them for mobile computing.
An article that examines the differences between tablet PCs and traditional laptops to help buyers figure out which one would best suit them for mobile computing.
PC Power Supplies
A consumer guide from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide on things to look for when buying a new or replacement power supply unit for a personal computer system.
A consumer guide from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide on things to look for when buying a new or replacement power supply unit for a personal computer system.
Laptop PC Buyer's Guide
Buying guide from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at all the various aspects of a laptop computer system to assist in selecting a laptop PC that best matches your needs.
Buying guide from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at all the various aspects of a laptop computer system to assist in selecting a laptop PC that best matches your needs.
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.
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at desktop PC power supplies and their wattage ratings.
HDMI and PCs
A look at the HDMI digital video interconnect standard and how it can impact the comptuer industry from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
A look at the HDMI digital video interconnect standard and how it can impact the comptuer industry from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
All-In-One PCs
A look at the all-in-one desktop computer system and its advantages and disadvantages when compared to desktop and notebook PCs.
A look at the all-in-one desktop computer system and its advantages and disadvantages when compared to desktop and notebook PCs.
Budget Desktops PCs
Selection of the best budget desktop personal computers for a variety of tasks and prices that can be found for under $500 without a monitor from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best budget desktop personal computers for a variety of tasks and prices that can be found for under $500 without a monitor from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
LCD Monitor Buyer's Guide
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.
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.
Desktop CPUs
Selection of the best desktop CPUs from Intel and AMD in three categories as selected by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide based upon experience and research. Categories for each brand include performance, value (<$250) and budget (<$100).
Selection of the best desktop CPUs from Intel and AMD in three categories as selected by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide based upon experience and research. Categories for each brand include performance, value (<$250) and budget (<$100).
Performance 3D Video Cards
Selection of the best performance 3D graphics cards for the PC from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best performance 3D graphics cards for the PC from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Desktop CPU Buyer's Guide
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.
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.
Desktop Replacements
Selection of the best desktop replacement laptops featuring 17-inch and larger screens based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best desktop replacement laptops featuring 17-inch and larger screens based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Laptop Size And 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.
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.
Building vs. Buying a PC
Article discussing the advantages and disadvantages of building a desktop personal computer system from components versus buying a prebuilt system. Also has link to a signup for a 5-day e-mail course on building a personal computer system by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Article discussing the advantages and disadvantages of building a desktop personal computer system from components versus buying a prebuilt system. Also has link to a signup for a 5-day e-mail course on building a personal computer system by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Laptop Memory Buyer's Guide
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.
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.
Laptop CPU Buyer's Guide
An article that looks at how to determine if a CPU for a laptop PC matches what the computer will be used for.
An article that looks at how to determine if a CPU for a laptop PC matches what the computer will be used for.
Best Blu-ray Drives
Selection of the best internal desktop Blu-ray drives from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best internal desktop Blu-ray drives from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Ultraportable Laptops
Selection of the best laptops computer systems featuring 11 to 13-inch displays from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best laptops computer systems featuring 11 to 13-inch displays from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
What is Overclocking?
An article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide examining what is computer overclocking and why one would be inclined to do it.
An article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide examining what is computer overclocking and why one would be inclined to do it.
BIOS Settings - Page 1
Article looking at how to configure the proper CPU and Memory BIOS settings on a newly constructed computer system from components by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Article looking at how to configure the proper CPU and Memory BIOS settings on a newly constructed computer system from components by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7
Product review of the 7-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 tablet computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (May 3 2012)
Product review of the 7-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 tablet computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (May 3 2012)
Thin and Light Laptops
Selection of the best laptop computer systems with displays between 14 and 16-inches for various prices and tasks based on the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best laptop computer systems with displays between 14 and 16-inches for various prices and tasks based on the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Best PC Gaming Joysticks
List of the best gaming joysticks and flight controls for PC gaming by the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Nov 29 2010)
List of the best gaming joysticks and flight controls for PC gaming by the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Nov 29 2010)
DIY: Installing a Power Supply
A do-it-yourself tutorial explaining how to properly install a power supply unit into a personal computer case. Includes a step-by-step guide to the installation along with pictures for the various steps.
A do-it-yourself tutorial explaining how to properly install a power supply unit into a personal computer case. Includes a step-by-step guide to the installation along with pictures for the various steps.
DIY: Install CPU and Heatsink
A do-it-yourself article explaining how to properly install a CPU with a cooling colution onto a motherboard. Includes a step-by-step guide to the installing along with pictures for the various steps.
A do-it-yourself article explaining how to properly install a CPU with a cooling colution onto a motherboard. Includes a step-by-step guide to the installing along with pictures for the various steps.
Laptop Video Guide
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.
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.
CRT vs. LCD Monitors
Article from the PC Hardware / Reviews guide discussing the advantages and disadvantages of CRT and LCD based PC computer monitors to help in selecting the right type of monitor.
Article from the PC Hardware / Reviews guide discussing the advantages and disadvantages of CRT and LCD based PC computer monitors to help in selecting the right type of monitor.
Best Tablets
Selection of the best tablet computers for various uses and budgets based upon the research of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best tablet computers for various uses and budgets based upon the research of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Upgrade or Replace a Desktop?
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.
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.
Best 22-inch LCDs
Selection of the best 22-inch LCD monitors for a variety of different tasks and prices as chosen by the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best 22-inch LCD monitors for a variety of different tasks and prices as chosen by the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Desktop Video Card Guide
An article that looks at the specifications of video graphics inside desktop personal computers to make an informed purchasing decision.
An article that looks at the specifications of video graphics inside desktop personal computers to make an informed purchasing decision.
NVIDIA 3D Vision Game List
This list details over 400 3D computer games supported by NVIDIA 3D Vision.
This list details over 400 3D computer games supported by NVIDIA 3D Vision.
Best Graphics LCD Monitors
A selection of various sized LCD monitors that are best suited for high detailed color graphics work based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
A selection of various sized LCD monitors that are best suited for high detailed color graphics work based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
ATX12V vs. ATX Power Supplies
A look at the differences in ATX12V and ATX desktop power supplies from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
A look at the differences in ATX12V and ATX desktop power supplies from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Netbook Laptops
List of the best netbooks for a variety of features and prices.
List of the best netbooks for a variety of features and prices.
Tablet PC Processor Guide
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at the various processor that can be found within Tablet PCs.
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at the various processor that can be found within Tablet PCs.
Multiple Graphics Cards
An editorial from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at running multiple graphics cards for improved 3D performance and whether or not it really makes sense for consumers.
An editorial from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at running multiple graphics cards for improved 3D performance and whether or not it really makes sense for consumers.
DIY: Installing a CD/DVD Drive
A do-it-yourself tutorial explaining how to properly install an optical (CD or DVD) drive into a desktop computer system. Includes a step-by-step guide to the installation along with pictures for the various steps.
A do-it-yourself tutorial explaining how to properly install an optical (CD or DVD) drive into a desktop computer system. Includes a step-by-step guide to the installation along with pictures for the various steps.
LCD Imange 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.
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.
OEM Products
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that takes a look at what OEM versions of products are and whether they are items to consider over retail version for your PC.
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that takes a look at what OEM versions of products are and whether they are items to consider over retail version for your PC.
Desktop Memory Buyer's Guide
An article that takes a look at the specifications for memory in desktop computer systems to help make an informed purchasing decision.
An article that takes a look at the specifications for memory in desktop computer systems to help make an informed purchasing decision.
Laptop Drive Buyer's Guide
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.
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.
Desktop HDD Buyer's Guide
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.
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.
LCD Monitor 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.
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.
Serial ATA Hard Drives
Selection of the best Serial ATA desktop hard drives based upon the research and experience of the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best Serial ATA desktop hard drives based upon the research and experience of the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Dual-Core Processors
An article from the About PC Hardware/ Reviews Guide looking at what the implecations are for the shift to dual-core processors by Intel and AMD.
An article from the About PC Hardware/ Reviews Guide looking at what the implecations are for the shift to dual-core processors by Intel and AMD.
Death of PC Optical Drives
An editorial from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that details the many ways in which the optical storage format is no longer relevant in modern computers.
An editorial from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that details the many ways in which the optical storage format is no longer relevant in modern computers.
Multiple Monitors
An article that looks at what it takes and what reasons you might want to use multiple monitors on a single computer system from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
An article that looks at what it takes and what reasons you might want to use multiple monitors on a single computer system from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Small Form Factor PCs
Selection of the best small form factor PC systems available based upon the research and experience of the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best small form factor PC systems available based upon the research and experience of the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Best SATA DVD Burners
Selection of the best internal DVD burners available for a PC that use the Serial ATA interfrace chosen by the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best internal DVD burners available for a PC that use the Serial ATA interfrace chosen by the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Desktop Motherboards
Thinking of getting a new motherboard? Find out what you need to think about before buying your next desktop PC motherboard.
Thinking of getting a new motherboard? Find out what you need to think about before buying your next desktop PC motherboard.
LCD Color Depth
An article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews to inform consumers about the difference between LCD monitors with regards to speed and color depth and how to determine which suits them better.
An article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews to inform consumers about the difference between LCD monitors with regards to speed and color depth and how to determine which suits them better.
Best PC Gaming Cases
Selection of the best gaming cases for PC gaming from About.com's PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Sep 25 2010)
Selection of the best gaming cases for PC gaming from About.com's PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Sep 25 2010)
Lenovo IdeaPad Z575
Product review of the Lenovo IdeaPad Z575 15.6-inch budget laptop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Apr 6 2012)
Product review of the Lenovo IdeaPad Z575 15.6-inch budget laptop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Apr 6 2012)
Liquid Cooling?
Article that examines what it means to use a liquid cooling solution for personal computer systems written by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Article that examines what it means to use a liquid cooling solution for personal computer systems written by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Netbooks vs Tablet PCs
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks into the trend of netbook and tablet computers to see which one makes more sense for mobile computing.
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks into the trend of netbook and tablet computers to see which one makes more sense for mobile computing.
HP ZR2440w
Review of the HP ZR2440w 24-inch LED backlit display (Nov 3 2011)
Review of the HP ZR2440w 24-inch LED backlit display (Nov 3 2011)
HP TouchSmart 520-1070f
Product review of the HP TouchSmart 520-1070f 23-inch all-in-one desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Jan 19 2012)
Product review of the HP TouchSmart 520-1070f 23-inch all-in-one desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Jan 19 2012)
Tablet PC Buyer's Guide
Buying guide from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at all the various aspects of a tablet PC to assist in selecting a laptop PC that best matches your needs.
Buying guide from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at all the various aspects of a tablet PC to assist in selecting a laptop PC that best matches your needs.
Top 5 PC Gaming Monitors (Summer 2011)
Compilation of the best gaming monitors, including 3d gaming monitors and LCD models by PC Hardware / Reviews Contributing Writer Christine McKee. (Jun 12 2011)
Compilation of the best gaming monitors, including 3d gaming monitors and LCD models by PC Hardware / Reviews Contributing Writer Christine McKee. (Jun 12 2011)
Best IDE DVD Burners
Selection of the best internal DVD burners for personal computers that use the IDE interface from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best internal DVD burners for personal computers that use the IDE interface from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Best Mainstream Desktop PCs
Selection of the best mainstream desktop personal computers systems for various uses priced between $700 and $1000 based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best mainstream desktop personal computers systems for various uses priced between $700 and $1000 based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Sound Blaster Recon3D Pro
Product review of the Creative Sound Blaster Recon3D Fatal1ty Professional PCI-Express computer sound card from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Feb 1 2012)
Product review of the Creative Sound Blaster Recon3D Fatal1ty Professional PCI-Express computer sound card from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Feb 1 2012)
Refurbished PCs
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide explaining the pitfalls and things to be aware of when considering the purchase of a low cost refurbished personal desktop or laptop computer system.
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide explaining the pitfalls and things to be aware of when considering the purchase of a low cost refurbished personal desktop or laptop computer system.
Best Gaming Mouse for PC Gaming
This list outlines the best gaming mice in a variety of categories, including the best budget gaming mouse, best overall, and the top left handed gaming mouse for PC gaming. (Nov 21 2010)
This list outlines the best gaming mice in a variety of categories, including the best budget gaming mouse, best overall, and the top left handed gaming mouse for PC gaming. (Nov 21 2010)
Tablet PC Connectivity Guide
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that takes a look at the various wireless networking features available on tablet PCs to help determine the best form of tablet PC to match your needs.
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that takes a look at the various wireless networking features available on tablet PCs to help determine the best form of tablet PC to match your needs.
Samsung Series 3 NP300V5A-A03US
Review of the Samsung Series 3 NP400V5A-A03US 15.6-inch low cost laptop (Oct 28 2011)
Review of the Samsung Series 3 NP400V5A-A03US 15.6-inch low cost laptop (Oct 28 2011)
High Definition PC 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.
An article that looks into the problems facing PCs and the playback of high definition video from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Acer Aspire AS7750G-9657
Product review of the Acer Aspire AS7750G-9657 17.3-inch desktop replacement laptop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Jul 4 2011)
Product review of the Acer Aspire AS7750G-9657 17.3-inch desktop replacement laptop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Jul 4 2011)
Performance Desktops
Selection of the best high performance desktop PC systems based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best high performance desktop PC systems based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Hard Drive Buyer's Guide I
An introduction to buying hard drives for personal computers looking at the performance factors such as rotational speeds, access times and buffer sizes.
An introduction to buying hard drives for personal computers looking at the performance factors such as rotational speeds, access times and buffer sizes.
IBM Thinkpad R40
Product Review of the IBM ThinkPad R40 thin and light notebook computer from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide
Product Review of the IBM ThinkPad R40 thin and light notebook computer from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide
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.
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.
OCZ Agility 3 60GB
Product review of the OCZ Agility 3 60GB 2.5-inch SATA III solid state drive from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Jun 13 2011)
Product review of the OCZ Agility 3 60GB 2.5-inch SATA III solid state drive from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Jun 13 2011)
Buy Computer Memory Upgrades
An article that looks at the information you should collect about your computer before going out and purchasing memory upgrades.
An article that looks at the information you should collect about your computer before going out and purchasing memory upgrades.
Samsung Series 7 DP700A3B-A02US
Product review of the Samsung Series 7 DP700A3B-A02US 23-inch all-in-one desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Jan 18 2012)
Product review of the Samsung Series 7 DP700A3B-A02US 23-inch all-in-one desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Jan 18 2012)
Best 26-inch LCDs
A selection of the best 26-inch LCD computer monitors for a variety of different tasks and prices from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
A selection of the best 26-inch LCD computer monitors for a variety of different tasks and prices from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Dell Inspiron 2200
Product review of the Dell Inspiron 2200 budget notebook computer system by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (10/18/05)
Product review of the Dell Inspiron 2200 budget notebook computer system by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (10/18/05)
Save on Your Next Computer
Article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews guide that lists some of the various methods consumers can use to get a better price on their next desktop or laptop personal computer system.
Article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews guide that lists some of the various methods consumers can use to get a better price on their next desktop or laptop personal computer system.
Desktop CD DVD Blu-ray Guide
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.
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.
Vista and 4GB RAM
Article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide talking about Windows Vista and how it can impact computer users that require or use a large amount of system memory for their PC software applications.
Article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide talking about Windows Vista and how it can impact computer users that require or use a large amount of system memory for their PC software applications.
Intel Pentium 4 Motherboards
Top 5 Intel Pentium 4 motherboards chosen by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide based upon experience and research.
Top 5 Intel Pentium 4 motherboards chosen by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide based upon experience and research.
Computer Audio Part I
First part in a four part series on the basics of computers and audio. This section covers the basics of digital audio and how it relates to computer audio products to help inform consumers on how to properly select computer audio components to suit their needs.
First part in a four part series on the basics of computers and audio. This section covers the basics of digital audio and how it relates to computer audio products to help inform consumers on how to properly select computer audio components to suit their needs.
Acer Iconia Tab A510
Product review of the 10.1-inch Acer Iconia Tab A510 tablet computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (May 7 2012)
Product review of the 10.1-inch Acer Iconia Tab A510 tablet computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (May 7 2012)
Acer Aspire AM3470G-UW10P
Product review of the Acer Aspire AM3470G-UW10P budget desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Apr 16 2012)
Product review of the Acer Aspire AM3470G-UW10P budget desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Apr 16 2012)
Budget PC Graphics Cards
Selection of best budget PC video cards for under $200 from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of best budget PC video cards for under $200 from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
NVIDIA 3D Vision Ready GeForce Graphics Cards
The list of 3D compatible hardware is growing, and a 3D graphics card is key to running NVIDIA 3D Vision technology on a PC. This is a list of the NVIDIA GeForce video cards that support NVIDIA 3D Vision.
The list of 3D compatible hardware is growing, and a 3D graphics card is key to running NVIDIA 3D Vision technology on a PC. This is a list of the NVIDIA GeForce video cards that support NVIDIA 3D Vision.
Athlon XP 2500+
Product Review of the AMD Athlon XP 2500+ budget processor by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Product Review of the AMD Athlon XP 2500+ budget processor by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
AMD Radeon HD 6850 1GB GDDR5 Graphics Card
Product review of the AMD Radeon HD 6850 video card featuring 1GB of GDDR5 video memory and support for AMD HD3D 3D gaming. (Nov 11 2010)
Product review of the AMD Radeon HD 6850 video card featuring 1GB of GDDR5 video memory and support for AMD HD3D 3D gaming. (Nov 11 2010)
Best 27-inch LCDs
A selection of the best 27-inch flat panel LCD monitors for personal computers based upon budget, features and tasks from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
A selection of the best 27-inch flat panel LCD monitors for personal computers based upon budget, features and tasks from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Lenovo Essential H330
Review of the Lenovo Essential H330 small desktop PC
Review of the Lenovo Essential H330 small desktop PC
Solid State Drives
A selection of the best solid state drives for laptop and desktop computers from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide based upon value, performance and capacity.
A selection of the best solid state drives for laptop and desktop computers from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide based upon value, performance and capacity.
Solid State Drive Buyer's Guide
A guide from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide on how to properly select a solid state drive based on features and specifications for your personal computer.
A guide from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide on how to properly select a solid state drive based on features and specifications for your personal computer.
ASUS Essentio CM6730-05
Review of the ASUS Essentio CM6730-05 budget desktop (Oct 6 2011)
Review of the ASUS Essentio CM6730-05 budget desktop (Oct 6 2011)
Acer Aspire One AO722-BZ454
Product review of the Acer Aspire One AI722-BZ454 11.6-inch AMD based netbook personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Aug 25 2011)
Product review of the Acer Aspire One AI722-BZ454 11.6-inch AMD based netbook personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Aug 25 2011)
GPU For More Than 3D Graphics
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that examines the trend in personal computers to use special graphics card processors to supplement a CPU for accelerated performance.
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that examines the trend in personal computers to use special graphics card processors to supplement a CPU for accelerated performance.
Samsung Series 3 NP300V3A-A01
Review of the Samsung Series 3 NP300V3A-A01 13.3-inch laptop PC (Sep 29 2011)
Review of the Samsung Series 3 NP300V3A-A01 13.3-inch laptop PC (Sep 29 2011)
DIY: Install a PCI Card
A do-it-yourself tutorial explaining how to properly install a PCI adapter card into a desktop computer system. Includes a step-by-step guide to the installation along with pictures for the various steps.
A do-it-yourself tutorial explaining how to properly install a PCI adapter card into a desktop computer system. Includes a step-by-step guide to the installation along with pictures for the various steps.
HP Pavilion dv4-4270us
Product review of the HP Pavilion dv4-4270us 14-inch budget laptop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Apr 5 2012)
Product review of the HP Pavilion dv4-4270us 14-inch budget laptop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Apr 5 2012)
Dell XPS 15 Laptop PC
Product review of the Dell XPS 15 with 2nd Generation Intel Sandy Bridge processors for multimedia and gaming by PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Mar 19 2011)
Product review of the Dell XPS 15 with 2nd Generation Intel Sandy Bridge processors for multimedia and gaming by PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Mar 19 2011)
LCD Monitors: Pixel Problems
An article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide looking at defective pixels in LCD monitors and what consumers can do to inform themselves about defects and warranties before purchasing an LCD monitor.
An article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide looking at defective pixels in LCD monitors and what consumers can do to inform themselves about defects and warranties before purchasing an LCD monitor.
Best 30-inch LCD Monitors
A selection of the best 30-inch LCD computer monitors from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide based upon price, features and usage.
A selection of the best 30-inch LCD computer monitors from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide based upon price, features and usage.
Gateway DX4860-UB32P
Product review of the Gateway DX4860-UB32P budget desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Apr 19 2012)
Product review of the Gateway DX4860-UB32P budget desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Apr 19 2012)
Not All Memory Is Equal Part 2
Second part in a three part series looking at memory for personal computer systems and what the different speed and latency numbers mean.
Second part in a three part series looking at memory for personal computer systems and what the different speed and latency numbers mean.
Archos 101 G9 Turbo
Product review of the 10.1 Archos 101 G9 250GB Wi-Fi tablet computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (May 9 2012)
Product review of the 10.1 Archos 101 G9 250GB Wi-Fi tablet computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (May 9 2012)
Netbook vs. Laptop
Answer to a frequently asked question at the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews site on whether or not to purchase a low cost netbook instead of a more expensive traditional laptop PC.
Answer to a frequently asked question at the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews site on whether or not to purchase a low cost netbook instead of a more expensive traditional laptop PC.
ASUS G73JH-BST7 17.3-inch Desktop Replacement Gaming Laptop
Product review of the ASUS G73JH-BST7 gaming laptop by the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Dec 31 2011)
Product review of the ASUS G73JH-BST7 gaming laptop by the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Dec 31 2011)
Dell Inspiron 570
Product review of the Dell Inspiron 570 budget desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Apr 15 2011)
Product review of the Dell Inspiron 570 budget desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Apr 15 2011)
Acer Iconia Tab A200
Product review of the 10.1-inch Acer Iconia Tab A200 Android tablet computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (May 10 2012)
Product review of the 10.1-inch Acer Iconia Tab A200 Android tablet computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (May 10 2012)
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.
A suggested list of parts to build your own budget desktop PC computer for under $500 from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Actual Hard Drive Sizes
An article that takes a look at the discrepancies in the advertised versus actual storage capacities for hard drives, CDs, DVDs and flash media from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
An article that takes a look at the discrepancies in the advertised versus actual storage capacities for hard drives, CDs, DVDs and flash media from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
DIY: Installing a Motherboard
A do-it-yourself tutorial explaining how to properly install a motherboard into a computer case. Includes a step-by-steo guide to the installation along with pictures for the various steps.
A do-it-yourself tutorial explaining how to properly install a motherboard into a computer case. Includes a step-by-steo guide to the installation along with pictures for the various steps.
Intel Z68 And Virtu
A look at the new GPU virtualization features that can be found on Intel's Z68 based systems and how it can benefit users who want the benefits of QuickSync but still use a discrete graphics card.
A look at the new GPU virtualization features that can be found on Intel's Z68 based systems and how it can benefit users who want the benefits of QuickSync but still use a discrete graphics card.
IBM ThinkPad R50e
Product review of the IBM ThinkPad R50e budget notebook personal computer system by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (10/28/04)
Product review of the IBM ThinkPad R50e budget notebook personal computer system by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (10/28/04)
Intel Core i5-2500K Sandy Bridge 3.3GHz Quad-Core Desktop Processor
Product review of the Intel Core i5-2500K Sandy Bridge desktop computer CPU with overclocking capability by About.com PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Jan 4 2011)
Product review of the Intel Core i5-2500K Sandy Bridge desktop computer CPU with overclocking capability by About.com PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Jan 4 2011)
Acer Aspire AS5560G-SB485
Review of the Acer Aspire AS5560G-SB485 15.6-inch budget laptop. (Oct 19 2011)
Review of the Acer Aspire AS5560G-SB485 15.6-inch budget laptop. (Oct 19 2011)
Lenovo Essential H420
Review of the Lenovo Essential H420 budget desktop (Oct 13 2011)
Review of the Lenovo Essential H420 budget desktop (Oct 13 2011)
Best 19-inch LCDs
Selection of the best 19-inch LCD computer monitors for a variety of usages and prices based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best 19-inch LCD computer monitors for a variety of usages and prices based upon the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Home Theater PCs
Selection of the best home theater personal computer systems for use with a home entertainment system based on the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best home theater personal computer systems for use with a home entertainment system based on the research and experience of the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
DIY: Install a Second IDE HD
Tutorial on how to install a second hard drive into a PC desktop computer system written by your About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. Includes step-by-step instructions with photographs.
Tutorial on how to install a second hard drive into a PC desktop computer system written by your About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. Includes step-by-step instructions with photographs.
Intel SRT SSD Caching
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at Intel's new Smart Response Technology and how the solid state caching method may benefit some personal computer users.
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that looks at Intel's new Smart Response Technology and how the solid state caching method may benefit some personal computer users.
Costco Computers
A look at pros and cons of computer shopping at the Costco warehouse retailer/
A look at pros and cons of computer shopping at the Costco warehouse retailer/
Faster RAM Use In Older PC
Answer to a frequently ask question at the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews site if it is possible to use faster rated memory in a laptop or desktop personal computer system.
Answer to a frequently ask question at the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews site if it is possible to use faster rated memory in a laptop or desktop personal computer system.
Hard Drive Failures
An article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews guide looking at hard drive reliability, crashes and what users can do to try and deal with them.
An article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews guide looking at hard drive reliability, crashes and what users can do to try and deal with them.
Silent PC Power Supplies
An article that looks into silent desktop PC power supplies from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
An article that looks into silent desktop PC power supplies from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Galaxy GeForce GT 430 1GB DDR3
Product review of the Galaxy GeForce GT 430 video card with 1GB of DDR3 memory from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Oct 11 2010)
Product review of the Galaxy GeForce GT 430 video card with 1GB of DDR3 memory from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Oct 11 2010)
AMD Radeon HD 6870 1GB GDDR5 Graphics Card
Product review of the AMD Radeon HD 6870 video card for PC gaming from the PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Nov 6 2010)
Product review of the AMD Radeon HD 6870 video card for PC gaming from the PC Hardware / Reviews contributing writer Christine McKee. (Nov 6 2010)
What Is USB 3.0?
An article that looks into the new SuperSpeed USB specification and how it will change computer peripherals from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
An article that looks into the new SuperSpeed USB specification and how it will change computer peripherals from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Tablet PC Size And Weight Guide
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that takes a look at how size and weight play an important role in deciding to buy a tablet PC.
An article from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide that takes a look at how size and weight play an important role in deciding to buy a tablet PC.
AGP Graphics Cards
Selection of the best AGP interface video cards for PC computers from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Selection of the best AGP interface video cards for PC computers from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Introduction to Education PCs
Article examining what to consider when purchasing a personal computer for a student before the school year starts from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Article examining what to consider when purchasing a personal computer for a student before the school year starts from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
PC Tool Kit
Article detailing the most important tools that one should have when working on a personal computer. It is formatted as a checklist with the name of the item to have in the kit, how it is used and why it is important.
Article detailing the most important tools that one should have when working on a personal computer. It is formatted as a checklist with the name of the item to have in the kit, how it is used and why it is important.
Nettop Desktops
A selection of the best nettop computer systems from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide based upon features, price and use.
A selection of the best nettop computer systems from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide based upon features, price and use.
HP Omni 100-5158
Product review of the HP Omni 100-5158 20-inch all-in-one desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Jan 20 2012)
Product review of the HP Omni 100-5158 20-inch all-in-one desktop personal computer from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (Jan 20 2012)
Understand CRT Specs
An article that takes a close look at what the various CRT monitor specifications are to make it easier to evaluate a CRT monitor before purchasing.
An article that takes a close look at what the various CRT monitor specifications are to make it easier to evaluate a CRT monitor before purchasing.
DisplayPort
An article that looks at the new DisplayPort video connector from the VESA group for personal computers by the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
An article that looks at the new DisplayPort video connector from the VESA group for personal computers by the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
USB 2.0 External Drive Enclosure
Product Review from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide on Belkin's USB 2.0 External Drive Enclosure for 5.25 inch optical drive or 2.5 inch desktop hard drives with an IDE interface.
Product Review from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide on Belkin's USB 2.0 External Drive Enclosure for 5.25 inch optical drive or 2.5 inch desktop hard drives with an IDE interface.
PC Shopping Mistakes
Some of the common mistakes that people making when shopping for or buying a personal computer system. Try to avoid some of these things that can trip you up in the pocket book or with your computers usage.
Some of the common mistakes that people making when shopping for or buying a personal computer system. Try to avoid some of these things that can trip you up in the pocket book or with your computers usage.