Overclocking Pros and Cons
Techware Labs :: Friday, July 11, 2008
Is overclocking worth the risks? What are the pro’s and Con’s to this often mysterious and often misleading practice. Is it something you can accomplish using your machine or does it require specialized equipment? Joseph takes a look at the art that is overclocking and gives you the real facts, plus the pros and cons of putting it into practice.
11 Tips For Easy Product Returns
PC Mech :: Thursday, July 10, 2008
“We all know that when you buy some software, a gadget, a piece of hardware or anything else, it is nice to know you can return it should there be a problem and (hopefully) get your money back. However, being a smart consumer means understanding the issue from the retailer’s perspective, too.”
Working From Home: A Getting Started Guide
PC Mech :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
“As of a few months ago, I have gone from working exclusively at the office to working from home at least one day a week. So far my transition has been extremely smooth with relatively no speed bumps. Of course, this was prefaced on my part with making my two working environments functional for me. As a service to others out there who have considered working from home, I’m going to share some of the preparations I made as well as outline some benefits (some obvious and some not so obvious) and concerns regarding working from home.”
Did You Read The Fine Print? (Privacy Policies)
PC Mech :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
“There’s something on the Google home page you probably missed. A teeny tiny link to Google’s privacy policy next to the copyright notice. You’re probably saying to yourself “Wasn’t that always there?” Nope. It was just added.”
Asus EEE PC 901
Neoseeker :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
“I think Asus has met its goals with the Eee PC 901 – decent performance, good battery life – good enough for a school day – and anyone who is disappointed with its gaming performance or high resolution video playback performance is missing the point of such a small ultra portable notebook.”
Interview with Alex Mei / OCZ
techPowerUp :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Alex Mei has recently been promoted to Executive Vice President of OCZ Technology. In our interview he shares interesting details about how he got into the Industry, also he talks about OCZ’s past and planned future. For example DIY notebooks and the Neural Impulse Actuator.
Team Fortress 2 Dispenser Mod
Bit-Tech Modding :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
You’ve already seen the gorgeous Companion Cube mod. Now Ton Khowdee, aka TiTON, adds to our Orange Box set with a jaw dropping TF2 mod. This is a two part mod though, with this first half looking at the construction of the Dispenser.
Cheetah LCD HDTV Screen Protector Review
Dragonsteel Mods :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
TvScreenProtector.com ( even has specially designed protectors for 46” to 52” Sony XBR models. As a Wii owner and father of two little children, I become very anxious when they decide to play the Wii in front of our LCD HDTV. Today, we will see if the Cheetah Screen Protector can provide some peace of mind and not negatively affect the HDTV viewing experience. Let’s get started….
Vista vs Vista SP1 Comparison
Dragonsteel Mods :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
XPSP2 vs XPSP3 comparison (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=7668 Itemid=39) then you'll be familiar with how I do things, it's essentially the same set of tests, the same system really, just a different hard drive and a different OS. So continue on to learn what I did about Vista Service Pack 1…
CPU Cooler Roundup on C2D 20 Coolers Compared
Dragonsteel Mods :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
HERE (task=view id=6060 Itemid=38) or click the thumbnail above to be taken to the full comparison article.
Kingwin Revolution RVT-12025D CPU Cooler Review
Dragonsteel Mods :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Kingwin (has sent me over for review, the RVT-12025D, and this thing is huge. The RVT-12025D offers decent cooling performance but not what you might expect from such a large cooler, you won't be breaking any records with this cooler. It's built to be silent and keep your CPU cool, and that it does well. Installation though can be tricky, and downright difficult actually… Read on to learn more about the RVT-12025D CPU Cooler…
2-in-1 Car / Home Travel Dual USB Charger
Dragonsteel Mods :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
USBFever (, that's also truly an international charger, it can be used in any country around the world where you go with four interchangeable AC Plugs . Most international chargers only come with three types of plugs, so having four makes this one even more useful, and this charger has got two USB ports on it, they look exactly the same but the amperage is different on them, one runs at 500mA, while the other runs at 1000mA. You might wonder why this is special, but take a look at your iPhone, or iPod, and you'll see that it needs 1000mA, while a regular mp3 Player or cellphone might only need 500mA for charging. I've not seen any other types of portable chargers out there that specifically address the needs of high-current devices.
Software for Webmasters, Wordsmiths, and Whodunnit Fans
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Learn about your Web site’s visitors, find the right word, and unearth clues to a puzzling crime.
Casual Friday: The Guitar Hero Rock Band
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
This week, we pretend we’re Aerosmith, complain about having too many plastic guitars, and show you how to make some sweet music with what you already have.
HP Color LaserJet CP1518ni Color Laser Printer
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
It’s inexpensive but also a lot slower than like-priced models.
Konica Minolta Magicolor 4650EN Color Laser Printer
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
This competent color laser has both an attractive price and a sensible design.
Oki Printing Solutions C8800n Color Laser Printer
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Wide-format printing makes this model special. For its high price, though, the printer should be better designed.
Casual Friday: Virtual Vacationing
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Can’t see the world? We’ve got some cheap ways for you to explore the great indoors this summer.
The Best Blu-ray Players
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Movie aficionados, take note: With a Blu-ray Disc player, you no longer have to make compromises on image quality. Here’s a rundown of the best high-definition players on the market today.
First Look: AMD’s ATI HD 4850 GPU
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
AMD takes a big swing at nVidia in the latest round of the graphics card prize fight.
Handy Gadgets–a Tiny Tripod and a Portable Speaker Case
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
The super handy Gorillapod goes anywhere, and the iMainGo speaker case lets you blast your tunes in any location. Plus, the latest in weird bicycles.
HP TouchSmart IQ506 Desktop PC
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Sleek, classy all-in-one PC gets points for design, but it lacks the same wow in its performance.
Panasonic Lumix FX500 Digital Camera
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
The touch-screen FX500 won’t replace your digital SLR, but it’s a classy little camera that handles a lot.
Sierra Wireless Compass 597 Mobile Broadband Modem
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
This mobile broadband modem provides an easy and stylish way to get broadband Internet access while you’re on the go.
Navigon 2100 Max GPS Device
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
This device will get you where you’re going–if you can tolerate its quirks.
Yahoo Search Adds SearchScan, a Good Security Step
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
The new feature provides warnings about dangerous sites from McAfee’s SiteAdvisor.
Coming: A Change in Tactics in Malware Battle
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
To keep up with the criminals, antivirus companies plan a major shift in approach, called ‘whitelisting’.
Ad-Aware 2008 Free Now Available for Download
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Long-time antispyware favorite gets an update.
Game-Eyez Glasses
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
These glasses can reduce eyestrain, but they affect people differently.
Incredible Shrinking Laptops
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Pint-size mini-notebooks are set to make a big splash.
Dawn of the Megazooms
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
For many, a powerful optical zoom may be more valuable than a mountain of megapixels. These advanced point-and-shoot cameras pull in a tight shot from very far away.
Acer Aspire One Mini-Notebook (Preview)
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
A hands-on peek at the next big mini-notebook.
5 Reasons to Ditch Your Cable Box or Satellite Dish
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Why spend $50 to $100 a month for video entertainment when there’s so much good, free stuff on the Web? Good-bye, couch potato, and hello, mouse potato.
Firefox 3 Web Browser
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
New features and improved performance make Firefox 3 the Web browser to beat.
Samsung Instinct PDA Phone
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
At $130 with a two-year contract, the Instinct is a good handset and a great deal. But this iPhone look-alike is unlikely to slay Apple’s upcoming 3G handset.
Livescribe Pulse Smartpen
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Pen with digital capabilities is a truly innovative and fun way to take notes and record audio.
Casual Friday: Stream Crysis on an Eee PC
PC World :: Tuesday, July 08, 2008
You can play your PCs games wherever and whenever you want–even on an underpowered mini-laptop–thanks to streaming (and one day, cloud computing).
