A good temperature for your desktop computer's CPU is around 120℉ when idle, and under 175℉ when under stress.

Is your PC or Mac running hot? Here's how to check processor temps on your Windows and Mac computers. Palash has been writing about technology (and entertainment) for over a decade. His focus has been ...

Unless you’re a die-hard tinkerer, PC maintenance probably feels as much of a chore as servicing your car. Fortunately, maintaining your computer is a lot easier than that — and you don’t get dirty to ...

Whether you're using a laptop or a desktop, CPU cooling may often be a bit of an afterthought. In truth, it's something many people don't have to think about unless they build their own PCs, and even ...

More games are putting data into VRAM, so here's what you need to know and how to optimize your hardware for better results. Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to ...

There are multiple components that make a computer, the most prominent of which include the CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage. Not only do these parts play a pivotal role in your PC's overall performance, ...

Knowing which graphics card (GPU) your PC uses is helpful when shopping for upgrades, troubleshooting performance issues, or checking if your computer can run the latest games. However, unless you’re ...

Microsoft has admitted that syncing files between your Windows 11 PC and OneDrive can slow your system down, while providing a bunch of tips on improving the performance of your computer. Neowin ...

You can disable Google Chrome Helper to try and offset browser speed issues you're having with Chrome.