Extend the Life of Your Computer with A Processor Upgrade

Dual Core Processor

A computer has many important parts. But perhaps the most essential is the processor. The processor is also known as the CPU, or central processing unit.It’s usually the size and weight of a microchip, something about the size of one of your fingernails. The processor can perform many functions. Upgrading the processor can definitely enhance the useful life of a computer system. A processor upgrade will improve many aspects of your computer. It can increase speed, help with memory, and enable you to take advantage of the Internet in a more efficient fashion.

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SSD Hard Drives: The Future of Hard Drives

For years hard drives have been problematic for some. Breakdowns and file fragmentation are major concerns that affect or could affect all users. Since hard drives have moving parts, they are prone to mechanical failure. File fragmentation can lead to a performance issue as the hard drive needs to move its read/write head to find the pieces of a file. A new type of hard drive that is gaining more recognition will solve some issues with the current technology.

In this post I will examine this new type of hard drive, called SSD (solid state drive), as well as some advantages and disadvantages to this type.

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How to Buy a New Computer

Buying a new computer can be very confusing if you don’t know what you are looking for. There are many components that make up a computer, and you may not know exactly what you need to include in your computer. For example, how much memory or hard drive space will you need, or what type … Read more