Tana describes what happens to a computer between hitting the power button and booting into your Operating System.

Tana takes a look at what processes are, how to find out what they do, and how to manage them.

Kram explains how ATI HyperMemory & nVidia TurboCache work and how the concepts of these technologies are based on onboard video card technology

thefultonhow explains what to look for when purchasing a laptop

Roger shows what you can do with an old PC collecting dust in order to turn it into a simple alarm system hub for a home or small business.

nVidia’s new SLI technology has brought a new incentive for gamers to invest in nVidia video card technology. Force offers an in-depth look at the technology.

Joel answers these three important questions for data storage: Why backup, How to backup, and the best methods of backing up your data.

Aaron describes how to use your stereo as computer speakers. This can be very handy if you don’t already have computer speakers or if you only own a $7 set.

A look at the things you need to know when purchasing a new printer

Guided Tour of a Motherboard
 

A motherboard is the most critical part of a computer system.  It consists of three major components:  the Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) chip, the Central Processing Unit (CPU), and the system buses.
The initial settings for operating the system at power up are stored on the BIOS chip.  These settings are backed [...]

Have you ever wanted to know more about where Spyware came from, what is does, and how to protect yourself from it? We’ve got 18 pages of in-depth and incredibly interesting info on this stuff.

A rundown of how processor pipelining works, in classic PCMech plain-Enlglish style

Getting Started
By now, we have covered a great deal in the course of this guide. Processor history, motherboard form factors, cases, and connectors are the most important topics thus covered, though an intimate knowledge of all material is desirable. In this guide, we will cover a subject already discussed frequently on PC Mechanic - memory.
First, [...]

The second part of the A+ certification series.

First part in a series on how to achieve A+ certification.

Some theory behind computer design, based on the mathematician who conceived of it.

A look at the primary component of the modern PC: the transistor.

A beginner’s guide to computing, for you newbies to the world of geekdom.

An oultine of your your PC’s monitor works. Covers both CRT and LCD displays.

A look at how programming languages git into a computer’s workings.