How To Stop People From Freeloading Your Broadband
PC Mechanic :: Friday, February 01, 2008
It is now much more common than not to have a wireless network in your home. Many broadband ISPs are actually bundling routers with their service that acts as a wireless access point. That means that, chances are, you and many of your neighbors are using wireless. So, pop open your laptop computer and have it […]
Garmin Super Bowl Commercial
PC Mechanic :: Friday, February 01, 2008
The last time I saw Garmin put out a Superbowl commercial it was Maposaurus. To be honest I wasn’t too enthused about it. I understand they were going for something different but it just didn’t work. Superbowl commercials are not about selling products, but rather just having a presence on a huge telecast. As such, it’s […]
Tweak UI For Ubuntu
PC Mechanic :: Friday, February 01, 2008
Many Windows users are familiar with the Microsoft Tweak UI tool for XP which allows you to easily change many aspects of how the OS looks and operates. If you are looking for a similar tool for your Ubuntu install, then check out Ubuntu Tweak. Ubuntu Tweak has a similar look and feel to the Microsoft […]
PCMech EDU: Doors Open
PC Mechanic :: Friday, February 01, 2008
After quite a bit of hard work behind the scenes (which lead to a decreased supply of fresh content to the site, unfortunately), I am finally happy to announce that I am opening PCMech EDU to the public. PCMech EDU is what I have referred to as "the next big thing" for PCMech. So, what is it? […]
GeForce 8800 GTS/GTX Cooler Comparison
Techgage :: Friday, February 01, 2008
We take a look at two aftermarket alternatives to the NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS/GTX’s stock cooler, the VF1000 LED from Zalman and the Hurricane HC92 from ZEROTherm. See which one took top honors in our testing!
Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 3.0GHz – Wolfdale Arrives
Techgage :: Friday, February 01, 2008
Intel’s 45nm Dual-Cores have finally arrived, so it’s only fitting that we take one for a spin. Our test subject is the 3.0GHz E8400, offering 6MB cache, SSE4 and more. Overclocking is impressive, with 3.8GHz stable being possible without even raising the voltage! This chip definitely proves itself a winner.
Gigabyte GA-P31-DS3L
Techgage :: Friday, February 01, 2008
There are few P31-based motherboards on the market, but as we find out, they are well-deserving of some attention. The board we are taking a look at today hovers around $100, but despite it’s value status, it’s a great offering.
Palm Treo 750
Techgage :: Friday, February 01, 2008
Palm’s Treo 750 is one of two models offered with Windows Mobile – this one in particular using 6. Specs include a 2.5″ 240×240 touchscreen, 300MHz processor, miniSD support, 1.3MP camera with 2x zoom, 4-hour talk-time, GSM/UMTS support and more.
DisplayLink – Multi-Display Setups with USB
Techgage :: Friday, February 01, 2008
In a world where multi-tasking is a necessity, multi-display configurations are becoming ever more popular. DisplayLink is a new kind of technology that promises to take the hassle out of adding additional displays to your PC – even six is possible. Best of all, you don’t need a second GPU.
CoolIT Freezone Elite CPU Cooler
Techgage :: Friday, February 01, 2008
During CoolIT’s CES-presence this month, the Freezone Elite was unveiled. In addition to offering stellar performance comparable to the original, the new MTEC control center is thrown in as well. This self-regulating module proved to do a fantastic job, making the Elite a superb cooling solution.
Thermaltake BigWater 760i
Techgage :: Friday, February 01, 2008
If you thought about liquid-cooling your PC, but were put off by the complexity of a typical installation, Thermaltake’s BigWater 760i may be the solution for you. The drive-bay mounting system is a novel solution, but can it provide enough of an advantage over air-cooling to make it worthwhile?
Best of CES 2008
Techgage :: Friday, February 01, 2008
We saw numerous products and technologies at CES earlier this month, but only ten of those deserved our “Best of” award. Included inside is Gateway’s latest gaming notebook, Logitech’s Squeezebox Duet, CoolIT’s dual-GPU cooler, DisplayLink’s USB display tech and more.
NZXT Rogue SFF Gaming Chassis
Techgage :: Friday, February 01, 2008
If on the search for a great-looking gaming chassis that’s also portable, NZXT might have you covered. Their “SFF” label might be a bit of an understatement though – this case is far from being small. Despite that, it looks good, offers a whack of functionality and is definitely worth a look.
CES 2008: Lian Li
Techgage :: Friday, February 01, 2008
Lian Li’s booth always attracts a lot of attention from the press. Who doesn’t love those sleek and stylish cases? We are taking a look at their entire new line-up, which even includes a replacement chassis for your Xbox 360. Yes, you read that right.
Analysis: VIA strikes back with Isaiah: OoOE, Fast SSE3, 3.5 to 25W
Beyond3d Processor News :: Friday, February 01, 2008
It might have felt as if VIA’s CPU designers were sleeping for the last 3 years and asked the package and PCB engineers to keep the company going for the…
Mod of the Month – January 2008
Bit-Tech Modding :: Friday, February 01, 2008
We’re baaaaaack… After a holiday respite, it’s time to get back down into the trenches. This month, it’s about new mods to ring in the new year – we’re going to look at a few of the best mods still in their infancy. Whose mod is the best? We don’t know, but I bet you’ll tell us…
Watercooling 201: The Waterblock
Bit-Tech Modding :: Friday, February 01, 2008
There are very few things about watercooling that are misunderstood more than the waterblock. After all, how does it really work? And what makes a good block? We take a look at the anatomy of a waterblock and even give you some tips for if you want to build your own.
The Weighted Companion PC
Bit-Tech Modding :: Friday, February 01, 2008
It’s pretty safe to say that Portal was one of the best games released in 2007. For those of you who can’t get enough of it, our mega-modder Wolverine has a treat for you. It’s time to work with your Weighted Companion PC – cake not included.
