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Computex 2024 was all about AI, and the CPU and GPU hardware that will drive that future. It was also about cool tech and gear, which we saw plenty of. | Jun 7, 2024 10:47 PM CDT

Chia crypto currency mining will use your storage to mine crypto, where you can use HDDs and SSDs to plot and farm Chia (XCH). | Jun 30, 2021 8:58 PM CDT

Microsoft's next-gen Windows 11 is nearly here, with the Windows 11 Preview Build now out and here's a guide on how to install it. | Jun 30, 2021 2:20 AM CDT

We put together a legit 1440p high FPS build with the new Supermicro C9Z590-CGW motherboard! Join us as we run you through it. | Apr 30, 2021 9:00 AM CDT

Which HDMI 2.1 monitor is best for you? 4K 120Hz is now an option for many gamers, ready for your next-gen GeForce or Radeon GPU. | Feb 21, 2021 11:40 PM CST

We teamed up with Supermicro to build a mid-range gaming PC based on the Intel Z490-powered C9Z490-PGW, and we're giving it away! | Nov 3, 2020 1:51 AM CST

In this guide, we run you through overclocking Intel's 10th Gen Core processors on Supermicro's SuperO Z490 motherboard platform. | Jul 22, 2020 9:15 AM CDT

We delve into GIGABYTE's range of AMD X570-based Aorus motherboards and take a close look at the VRM configurations. | Feb 25, 2020 12:51 PM CST

We build a new gaming rig based around ASRock's impressive Phantom Gaming Alliance products. Come join us for a closer look! | Oct 24, 2019 9:09 AM CDT

Supermicro asked us if we could build a PC machine similar to the new Apple Mac Pro and we took on the challenge. | Oct 21, 2019 10:06 PM CDT

We give you the lowdown on overclocking Intel's Core i9 9900K/KF CPU on various brand motherboards with loads of tips and information. | Oct 17, 2019 3:49 PM CDT

We run you through our guide to overclocking AMD X570 and Ryzen on GIGABYTE motherboards. SoC voltage, VDDP voltage & more. | Oct 11, 2019 2:05 PM CDT

Have some old DVDs laying around that you want to make digital for future safe keeping? Read on. | Jan 29, 2019 8:27 PM CST

Looking for ways to digitally backup your DVD collection and convert to MP4? WinX DVD Ripper might be the app you want to use. | Nov 23, 2018 2:11 PM CST

Grab some Black Friday bargains from HP! | Nov 21, 2018 2:50 AM CST

Want additional power on your Windows 10 rig? Auslogics BoostSpeed 10 is the trick you need. | Sep 11, 2018 5:05 PM CDT

Ditch the spinner in your Xbox One X! | Apr 2, 2018 10:00 AM CDT

Right in time for the holidays, we build a $700 gaming PC based on a Supermicro motherboard that will keep most quite happy! | Dec 18, 2017 10:16 PM CST

Want to mine cryptocurrency using NiceHash? This guide will help you - it's easier than you think! | Nov 29, 2017 9:34 PM CST

We build a neat little system based around ASRock's X299E-ITX AC Mini-ITX motherboard and show you exactly how it's done. | Nov 23, 2017 11:55 AM CST

We take MSI's impressive Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon AC motherboard, build a system around it, and show you exactly how it's done. | Nov 14, 2017 11:11 AM CST

Looking at buying and building an AMD Threadripper system? You ought to stop by our AMD Threadripper System Buyer's Guide first. | Oct 4, 2017 10:55 AM CDT

We spend time investigating and testing AMD's various hardware modes for its Threadripper CPU to see what difference they make it performance. | Sep 20, 2017 5:20 PM CDT

Our AMD X399 TR4 Threadripper motherboard buyer's guide will guide you through the various options to consider when picking a product. | Sep 19, 2017 10:55 AM CDT

We take a look at the SuperO Booster software application which allows overclocking, monitoring, and BIOS updating of your Supermicro motherboard. | Jul 24, 2017 8:00 AM CDT

Our comprehensive cooling fan control guide for Intel Z270-based motherboards will have you being a fan expert in no time at all. | Jul 4, 2017 8:10 AM CDT

If you are considering buying a new AMD AM4 Ryzen motherboard, do yourself a favor and check out our comprehensive guide first. | Jul 3, 2017 7:50 AM CDT

Here's the ultimate MSI Z270 Gaming M7 motherboard build guide featuring the GTX 1080 Gaming X 8GB graphics card and much more! | Mar 7, 2017 6:47 PM CST

Derek gives us a comprehensive list of tips, tricks, and rules to live by for Nioh in our beginner's guide. | Feb 15, 2017 8:55 AM CST

What is processor deliding, how does it benefit CPU overclocking and temperatures, how do you do, and what are the risks? Let's find out. | Feb 5, 2017 2:51 PM CST

We take a look at the new Surveillance Station 8.0 and bundle package from Synology. | Dec 27, 2016 10:55 AM CST

Want to upgrade the internal hard drive for your Xbox One console? Check out our guide for instructions to do exactly that. | Dec 13, 2016 7:08 AM CST

Boy these things come around fast. Welcome to the 2016 Holiday Buyer's Guide to the best products of 2016. | Dec 12, 2016 7:15 AM CST

We show you the graphics options available in Titanfall 2 and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Nov 10, 2016 1:07 PM CST

We look at Battlefield 1 and evaluate how optimized or not it is for PC in terms of graphics, performance, controls, and more. | Oct 26, 2016 2:27 PM CDT

We take a look at Gears of War 4 in Windows 10 and evaluate how well optimized or not it is for the PC. | Oct 16, 2016 10:19 AM CDT

We show you the graphics options available in Mirror's Edge Catalyst and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Sep 25, 2016 6:31 PM CDT

We offer up some tips for getting started in Overwatch Competitive Mode and on how to escape the lower ranks. | Sep 4, 2016 10:50 AM CDT

We show you the many graphics options in Overwatch and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Jul 31, 2016 9:11 PM CDT

We show you the many graphics options in Doom and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Jun 30, 2016 8:10 PM CDT

We show you the many graphics options in Killer Instinct and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | May 9, 2016 2:40 PM CDT

Dark Souls III is one of the best-looking games currently available on PC, but how does it run? Let's find out. | Apr 26, 2016 8:05 PM CDT

Quantum Break is a graphical masterpiece borne from years of development, but how does it play now that it's out? | Apr 14, 2016 6:03 AM CDT

Hitman is one of the first games with DirectX 12 functionality, and we put its performance to the test on a variety of AMD and NVIDIA hardware. | Apr 5, 2016 8:13 PM CDT

We show you the many graphics options in Hitman and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Apr 5, 2016 2:30 PM CDT

We take a look at the gaming performance of Black Desert Online on AMD and NVIDIA GPUs to work out what kind of video card you need for a solid experience. | Mar 12, 2016 5:05 PM CST

We examine the PC features of Street Fighter V and show you its various graphics options and how they affect gaming image quality. | Mar 7, 2016 8:20 AM CST

Far Cry: Primal is out now on the PC, and we delve deep into the performance of the game, seeing just how fast it runs on various AMD and NVIDIA GPUs. | Mar 1, 2016 3:49 PM CST

We show you the many graphics options in Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Feb 4, 2016 12:40 PM CST

We show you the vast amount of graphics options in Star Wars: Battlefront and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Jan 5, 2016 8:06 PM CST