Published July 29, 2009 · 0 comments

It used to be that motherboard manufacturers would release their products and allow for the enthusiasts and tweakers to get the most out of their products, now they’ve started to take all of that fun for themselves before the boards…

Read more Asus Demonstrates P55 Motherboards, Enjoys the Overclock As Well

Published July 28, 2009 · 0 comments

CPU-ZDeveloper: CPUIDUsage: System Information GatheringCPU-Z WebsiteCracking open a computer to take a look at what’s inside is a tedious task and completely undoable for most people. The majority of operating systems offer a basic amount of information on how much…

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Published July 28, 2009 · 0 comments

Processor heatsinks are reaching the point where they’re taking up an immense amount of space in order to cool off smaller and smaller chips. The top air coolers cost quite a bit and require two large fans to perform optimally…

Read more CoolIT Domino ALC, Water Cooling for the Rest of Us

Published July 28, 2009 · 0 comments

 Creative’s Zii chip made a bit of a splash when it was announced, given its 3DLabs pedigree the system on a chip has some impressive capabilities for the mobile crowd. The company has launched a video showing their Zii…

Read more Creative Zii Plaszma Developer Platform Demoed, Android Powered

Published July 27, 2009 · 0 comments

Microsoft’s Windows 7 has experienced a relatively smooth development process, reaching RTM status without having major features dropped or widespread beta tester complaint is quite a feat given the massive code base they’re working with.The company is excited for its…

Read more Windows 7 A Migration Nightmare?

Published July 27, 2009 · 0 comments

There was a time when mid-range graphics cards weren’t much faster than their low-end counter parts, that and they still cost you a decent chunk of change despite their less than stellar performance. Nowadays innovation and cut-throat competition means that…

Read more XFX Radeon HD 4770, Mid-Range Gaming on the Cheap

Published July 27, 2009 · 0 comments

Running any form of large network is bound to be somewhat trying, running one for inquisitive minds with a need for power and performance well, that’s something else entirely.D-Link’s DGS 3400 and 3600 network switches are fueling George Mason University’s…

Read more D-Link Switches Help George Mason University Improve their Network

Published July 27, 2009 · 0 comments

Western Digital has announced that they’ve begun shipping their new lineup of WD Scorpio Blue 2.5" SATA hard drives. What makes them so special? Well they’re offering 750GB and 1TB storage sizes in a surprisingly small form factor which should…

Read more Western Digital Launches 1TB Notebook Hard Drive, Storage Abounds

Published July 24, 2009 · 0 comments

Microsoft had been planning to go for a browser-less version of their Windows 7 operating system for Europe given their browser litigation issues with the European Union Competition Committee. The company has seemed to reverse their position and is accepting…

Read more Microsoft Goes for the Browser Ballot in Windows 7 for Europe

Published July 24, 2009 · 0 comments

One of Palm’s early, nifty, addition to their Pre smart phone was its ability to disguise itself as an iPod which then allowed Pre owners to sync their phone to the iTunes software. Of course Apple wasn’t too happy about…

Read more Palm Sneaks its Way Back in, Re-enables Pre iTunes Sync

Published July 23, 2009 · 0 comments

Can’t figure out just what sort of cooling you’ll need for your new Intel Core i7 build? Well HardOCP has rounded up four of the newest heatsinks out there and tested them against their overclocked rig of doom. They’ve even…

Read more Intel Core i7 Heatsinks Rounded Up and Compared