Hardware

Bryan Lopez: How to test if a computer is connected to the network correctly? Assume that you are working as a computer technician for a company with a large network. You are assigned to determine what is wrong with an employee’s computer and repair it. You suspect that the computer is not properly connected to the network. Describe the … [Read more...] about How to test if a computer is connected to the network correctly?

Dwelling Shadow: What laptop or desktop would be best for gaming? Just wondering. I am basically looking for a desktop or laptop that can support online gaming. It needs to have at least 2GB & more than a 1.5 GHz processor. Also, if possible, the laptop or desktop needs to be under $ 450. It doesn't matter if it is a desktop or laptop, but … [Read more...] about What laptop or desktop would be best for gaming?

mike8213: New computer build, will it bottleneck? PCMARK, 3DMARK knockoffs? New computer build, was wondering where the bottleneck will be, and if it'll be recognizable. Trying to build something that'll last me another 8 years, this leaves me room too double up on memory and the MOBO supports both Dual Channel, and Crossfire so I can double up … [Read more...] about New computer build, will it bottleneck? PCMARK, 3DMARK knockoffs?

Tommy: What is the best gaming desktop for my budget? Hey, im looking to buy a new desktop which can run the newest games at a decant enough quality so they're playable. I would pay as much as 800 pound (about $ 1300, 900 euros i think) for a desktop but i would mainly use it for gaming. i found one desktop here: … [Read more...] about What is the best gaming desktop for my budget?

Callum B: My sound card doesn't work? I have a Thinkpad R61 on Windows XP and unfortunately the sound card does not work, I have been on the website and downloaded the driver but when installing it an error message appears and say "The audio driver files do not support your computer hardware" could anyone please help me? The sound has never worked … [Read more...] about My sound card doesn’t work?

taylor m: How do I "ground" myself when opening my computer? I am planning on adding more RAM to my computer and have read guides on how to do it. But i do not understand the "grounding" process. I am not going to use the anti-shock bracelet thing. Do i ALWAYS have to touch the metal casing or can i touch it once and then add RAM? Also, do i have … [Read more...] about How do I “ground” myself when opening my computer?

Matt V: What brand of laptop should I look into buying considering my situation? About 18 months ago I purchased a dell laptop, which I now hate with a passion. It overheats and shuts down after about thirty minutes of use. I would like to purchase a new laptop for gaming purposes while avoiding the same problem. I am not interested in a Mac or … [Read more...] about What brand of laptop should I look into buying considering my situation?