Computer hardware is always iterative, but sometimes an innovation comes along that represents a seismic jump forward in technology. The Solid State Drive (SSD) is one of those technologies. With read speeds 10 times that of a traditional mechanical hard drive and double the difference in write speeds, SSDs have quickly become the standard for […]

In a subculture where specs rule everything, the GPU is a sign that gamers have tremendous influence on what’s prioritized by the manufacturers. While the GPU is ranked among the top components in terms of importance, high-end GPUs typically only show their actual value when playing the latest AAA games or taking part in serious […]

Building a PC can be complicated and technical work. Although the power supply unit (PSU) is one component that seems simple, it is still an important element for building a reliable and efficient computer. You won’t have to worry about compatibility issues between your PSU and your GPU or CPU for example, but that doesn’t […]

Computers utilize a variety of storage devices and media in order to read and write data. Without permanent or temporary storage, a computer wouldn’t function as expected. Most machines would be completely useless without a place to store digital data. Everything from the operating system to programs and individual files exist on storage after all. […]

Which is more Powerful: Human Brain or Computer? There was a time when a question like this would have made eyebrows raise, in a “what the heck are you talking about?” kind of attitude. But now, with artificial intelligence, technology, and machine learning being as rampant and advanced as they can ever be, it’s actually […]

Primary memory is sometimes known as main memory or “internal memory,” as well as primary storage. Primary memory refers to computer memory that is immediately accessible by the CPU via the data bus. This enables a processor to access memory locations where active applications and recently processed data are saved. There are 2 parts of […]

As computer hardware ages, performance tends to degrade on modern operating systems and on heavier applications. An old laptop or desktop computer might struggle to run a modern OS after three to five years. It doesn’t help that software and application requirements continue to increase over time. Therefore, older systems tend to encounter performance issues […]