Microsoft to Bring Chip Design In-House With ARM Processors
Can Microsoft's hardware benefit from ARM's low power processor designs?
Faster, Thinner, Cheaper: Is Koomey's Law the New Moore's Law?
Moore's Law predicted processor development for decades, but is it now time for Koomey's Law?
How to View CPU Temp and Fan Speeds on Mac
Free Mac apps that monitor CPU temperature and fan speeds are hard to find, but a few apps can do both well.
AMD Vs. Intel: What Is the Best Gaming CPU?
If you're building a gaming PC and torn between AMD and Intel CPUs, it's time to learn which processor is best for your gaming rig.
How to Check the CPU Temperature on Your PC
We show you how to check your CPU temp in Windows, plus what a good CPU temperature is and how to lower yours.
Why Is My Phone Slower Than My PC? Smartphone vs. Desktop Speeds Explained
Smartphones processing power is always increasing. But they still lag behind their desktop counterparts? Isn't it just the same technology? Let's find out.
How to Control Your Mac's Fan Speed
We show you how to monitor and control your Mac's fan speed to troubleshoot and prevent overheating.
What Is an ARM Processor? Everything You Need to Know
ARM processors dominate mobile technology. What is ARM and how do these CPUs differ from Intel and AMD processors?
What Is Intel Turbo Boost? Here's How It Works
Intel's Turbo Boost feature is quite useful but hard to understand. How does Turbo Boost work compared to AMD Turbo Core?
What Is an APU? The Accelerated Processing Unit, Explained
Checking out computer parts for an upgrade? You might have seen an "APU". What is it and how does an APU differ from a CPU?
What Is Thermal Design Power? Explained
You might have seen letters TDP when buying a new CPU. It stands for "Thermal Designed Power," but what does this really mean?
The 8 Best Cheap Computer Parts Stores for Saving Money
Looking to buy cheap computer parts? Here are several online stores that offer low prices on quality PC hardware.
Understanding Intel's Laptop CPU Models: What the Numbers and Letters Mean
Looking for a new Intel CPU but don't understand the model numbers and letters? We explain and decode the Intel processor list.
The Basic Parts of a Computer and How to Upgrade Them
Know what the basic parts of a computer are called? Considering replacing parts of your PC? It's time to learn how your PC works.
What Is Thermal Paste and How Does it Keep Your Processor Cool?
If you're planning to build a PC you'll have seen the term "thermal paste"---but what is thermal paste and why is it so important?
CPU Socket Types Explained: Socket 5 to BGA
Computer CPUs have a home: the socket. If you plan to upgrade, you need to understand how the CPU connects to your motherboard.
Are Spectre and Meltdown Still a Threat? The Patches You Need
The Spectre and Meltdown are CPU vulnerabilities. Are we any closer to fixing these vulnerabilities? Have the patches worked?
The 5 Best Mac Benchmark Apps to Measure Your Mac's Performance
Does your Mac feel sluggish, or do you wonder how it compares to others? Find out by running some benchmark tests on your Mac.
What Is Foreshadow? How This Intel CPU Vulnerability Might Affect You
Foreshadow is yet another vulnerability to hit Intel CPUs. Here's what it is, how it works, and what it means for your computer.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Phones: Should You Upgrade?
These Snapdragon 845 phones pack the latest and best processors for superior speed and performance.