Computer Hardware - Computers 

About: PC Hardware/Reviews

http://compreviews.about.com 

Articles on selecting the right computer, news about new products, and reviews of systems.

Build PC.net

http://www.buildpc.net/buildpc.html 

Ever consider building your own PC?  If so, this site’s advice and step-by-step directions on each part of the process is for you.  It is also a good source for information on PC components.

Computer Architecture

http://tinyurl.com/3ydwom 

Technical information on computer logic and circuits, as well as essays, drawings and links to explain the computers and computer systems.

Dave’s Guide to Buying a Home Computer

http://www.css.msu.edu/PC%2DGuide

Straightforward advice on buying a personal computer.  From “Things to Consider Before Buying a Computer” to “What Type of Configuration Do You Need” and “Shopping Tips” – this site is a good first place to look.

Great Microprocessors of the Past and Present

http://jbayko.sasktelwebsite.net/cpu.html 

Unique or representational microprocessor designs are profiled and links to information and corporate pages are provided.

Howstuffworks: “How PCs Work”

http://computer.howstuffworks.com/pc.htm 

This popular website has both an outline of the workings of PCs and in-depth examinations of computer parts, such as memory, input devices, operating systems, and power supplies. One of the feature articles, “From Power-Up to Shutdown,” is a step-by-step tour of how your PC performs these functions.

Introduction to PC Hardware

http://www.yale.edu/pclt/PCHW/PLATYPUS.HTM 

Easy to read, jargon-free essays offer practical guidance for selecting equipment, from keyboards and monitors to overall systems.

PcTechGuide

http://www.pctechguide.com 

Articles, forums, guides, tutorials, and more on computer hardware, maintenance, and operation.

Tom’s Hardware Guide

http://www.tomshardware.com/us 

Articles and reviews of motherboards, processors, storage, networking and many other peripherals.  Includes news – “top stories” – and a “first look” at new computer hardware.

Troubleshooting Guide

http://www.everythingcomputers.com/troubleg.htm 

Articles aimed at helping individuals resolve technical problems on topics such as networking, hardware, and reinstalling.

Your Basic Hardware Page

http://www.basichardware.com 

“Descriptions, What to Look For, and Recommendations” are at the heart of this site.  Includes advanced topics such as building your own PC, tweaking (e.g., making your machine run faster), and “dream machines” (feature loaded special computers). 

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