As computers keep getting more compact and can squeeze more power out of smaller devices, it can be tempting to get a gaming laptop rather than a desktop. However, there are several problems with so-called “gaming laptops” that aren’t always immediately obvious. They are much more expensive than desktops, are not modular or upgradeable, and […]
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Five Crucial Computer Parts and How They Make the Machine More Powerful There are a lot of computer parts to know about. Sometimes it can be difficult to know what the parts to a computer are. That, and understanding how they work together to make what is on the screen. Computers come in all different
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Almost every business in this era uses computers. With computers, comes data. And with data, comes the need for a robust backup system. Especially as record-keeping moves from paper to digital systems, backing up said records becomes a critical component of running a business. If a computer breaks, the records will still be available elsewhere.
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Main Event: New Components Now that we’ve talked about what fits together, we can talk about which new components you should buy! This shopping list describes the essentials and why you’d need them, including CPU, motherboard, ram cards, video cards, the power supply, a hard drive or two, a cooler for the new components, a
Last time, we talked about your goals and constraints. Now that you’ve recognized and documented your goals, there are a few more rules that come into play. Just like the ratios of ingredients going into a cake, Form Factors are an essential part of fitting your build together. These new constraints will add the next
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First you must ask: Why am I here? The answer to this first question will be referenced throughout the series. It should become your project mission statement. You must keep this answer in mind through the whole process as you build a PC. The parts you select may make things difficult in the long run
