Intel will launch with its upcoming Dothan processor a new numbering system. As the company confirmed, the new number won't give a general indication how fast the chip really is. Instead, it will be based on the feature set of the processor. Read more
Microsoft today released the Update Rollup 2 for its Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005 system, which enables users to stream digital content - including high-definition video - to any TV the console is connected to. The update is available as a free download. Read more
After years of Creative's dominance and players who would occasionally manage to produce a product that was relatively competitive, Taiwan giant ASUS decided to step up to sound card table. Read more
While they won't be on the same scale as other major update rollouts, Valve is will soon tweak two classes in its smash hit Team Fortress 2. Read more
Intel's fastest Core 2 Duo, the E8600, runs at 3.33 GHz. But if you're a performance-hungry power user, we found that you can actually increase the chip's efficiency by overclocking it, thanks to 45 nm manufacturing and plenty of built-in headroom. Read more
Memory vendors put a lot of effort into drumming up excitement over high-end memory kits, but many of those products turn out to be vaporware. We test six DDR3-2000 kits that enthusiasts can actually buy today, and push them as far as they'll go. Read more
DDR3 memory is available in speeds ranging from DDR3-800 to DDR3-2133. Which is the best memory choice for AMD’s Phenom II X4? We tested as many speeds as possible using aggressive and conservative timings to find the sweet spot for your next build. Read more
Today Intel launches two high-end processors that take the place of its i7-965 and i7-940 CPUs. More speed? Same price points? We’ll take it! But are the new chips compelling enough to warrant spending more than you would on an i7-920? Read more