Hardware
An unusual compact computer for the most demanding game lovers
The new Piston V gaming mini PC is equipped with an AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 processor and a 4.0-inch touchscreen. The novelty offers upgradeable memory, support for external graphics ... More
First data center powered by human brain cells launched in Singapore
The first biological data center with 20 CL1 units and 16 million live human neurons has been unveiled in Singapore. The technology promises extremely low power consumption and advanced ... More
Comcast is turning Wi-Fi routers into motion sensors
A Wi-Fi router is usually responsible for connecting devices to the internet, but Comcast has given it another rather unexpected task. Millions of newer Xfinity routers... More
How do emulators for PlayStation, Xbox, Windows... work?
What is an emulator? Why does development take years or even decades? How does development even begin and what knowledge do developers need? Are these programs legal? More
How did the SD card beat all competitors and rule the world?
CompactFlash, Memory Stick, xD, UFS cards… They all tried to overthrow the SD card and they all failed. Why? What is it about the SD card that makes it so popular? More
M2 Elite Mini Air-304 mini PC with Intel Wildcat Lake processor
Minisforum has launched the M2 Elite Mini Air-304 mini PC with the new Intel Wildcat Lake processor, USB4 port and dual 2.5GbE connection. The base model costs around €228, ... More
Statistics say you use Chrome. Have you considered switching browsers?
Did you know that almost all browsers use the same Google engine? As Chrome is phasing out effective ad blocking systems, users are increasingly looking for alternatives. But beware, ... More
The world's first portable diamond quantum computer
Saxon Q has created a portable diamond quantum computer that operates at room temperature in a standard server case. Using synthesized diamonds and sulfur... More
The first 3D printer with four heads for simultaneous printing
The LightMake L4 is an advanced 3D printer with four simultaneous heads and linear motors on a 35.4 x 37 cm build surface. It will be available on Kickstarter from August 25th at a promotional price of ... More
ANNKE H800 test: four cameras, one recorder and significantly fewer blind spots
I first tested the ANNKE H800 in a two-story apartment, then installed it in a three-story house. Four 4K cameras, PoE connection, local recording and people and vehicle detection ... More
Computer hardware is a fundamental part of any computer system. It includes key components such as the processor, memory, hard drive, graphics card and motherboard that allow data to be processed, stored and displayed. The processor is the heart of the computer, and the memory stores the currently running programs. The hard disk is responsible for long-term data storage, while the graphics card enables the display of graphic content. The base plate connects all these components. Additionally, the power supply provides power, the case protects the internal components, the optical drive allows reading optical discs, and expansion slots allow adding cards to expand functionality. Computer hardware is constantly evolving to meet growing demands and technological innovations.
