Hardware
Mac USB Problems
I’ve been having USB issues with my MacPro3,1. I’ve had the Mac Pro for about four years, but it’s otherwise been running like a champ. A while back, I started having issues with a USB hub that was plugged into the back of the Mac. I replaced the cable, and things seemed to be fine. [...]
What Do You Hate About Computers?
Over on Lockergnome, there’s an interesting discussion going on where we’re discussing things we hate about our computers. We spend a lot of time talking about the things we love: our processors, RAM and video cards. What about those things your machine does which make you want to smash it to bits? What’s the last [...]
Store-Built PC vs Home-Built PC
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed When I opened up the virtual floor for your questions, one of you asked this question. What’s the value in building your own computer versus getting one off-the-shelf, pre-built? My PCs seem to be happier if I let someone else assemble [...]
Where Do You Buy Computer Hardware?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed Adam asked over on Lockergnome which sites I would recommend he order computer parts from. With so many online retailers out there in cyberspace, he’s not sure where to turn for reputable parts. The problem though, is that there is no [...]
This is Better Than That
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed One live caller last night asked me which (in my opinion) is better – NVIDIA or ATI. I can’t possibly answer that question. That’s like asking me if Windows or Mac is better. It’s akin to wanting to know whether apples [...]
Should You Build Your Own PC?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed I had a caller from Australia the other night whose older computer has served him well for a number of years. He’s trying to decide whether he should build a new one, buy a new one off the shelf or simply [...]
AMD’s Vision
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed During my trip to SXSW last week, I spent some time at the AMD campus. I was able to talk briefly with Raymond from the AMD Product Marketing Group. I had heard that AMD has a vision for Vision, and wanted [...]
AMD Questions and Answers
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed Thanks to AMD for allowing our community to ask them questions. Yes, we have an open line of communication with them – so don’t think it begins and ends with this video. If it weren’t for AMD, I wouldn’t have been [...]
Fingerprint Problems in Windows
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed My finger is very secure! It’s attached to my body. However, PC PitStop community member Bob isn’t so sure his fingers are secure. He wrote in to ask about fingerprint sensor on his laptop. He’s been having trouble with them since [...]
These are a Few of My Favorite Things
I’m willing to bet that old song is now stuck in your head. If you’re too young to know and remember the song – well, you just missed out. Look it up on YouTube, and immerse yourself! What are your favorite “things”? You cannot list people, as they aren’t things. We all know your family, [...]
What Happens When Your Laptop’s Motherboard Goes Bad?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed There is this thing sitting inside your computer that is the one thing every other thing is connected to! It’s called a motherboard. I have no idea why there’s no fatherboard… but yeah. The motherboard is crucial. If it’s not working [...]
Samsung’s SSD Hardware is Stupid Fast
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed I recently purchased a Samsung SSD drive and put it in my Mac. I decided to try opening a bunch of intensive programs all at once to see how fast they would open. It is STUPID FAST!! All of them opened [...]
Where Do You Find Manuals?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed You’ve probably hit the frustration when needing to find information about hardware or software. You reach for the manual, only to not be able to find what you need. You just can’t find things easily. They lead to nothing but frustration [...]
Would You Like a Computer Contest has Ended
Hey everyone! Our HP Magic contest is officially over! We will be going through all of the posts and comments tonight, and will announce our winner tomorrow. Please keep in mind that any comments made from here on out will not count towards helping someone to win. Thank you all for participating… and good luck! [...]
Do You Put Stickers and Skins on Your Hardware?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed Yes, this is me you’re watching in this video. But that’s also me in the sticker on the back of my notebook. How awesome looking is that sticker? Customizing your notebook or hardware with skins or stickers not only makes them [...]
