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Connect a Webcam
Looking to connect a webcam to your new PC? Many laptops come with webcams these days, but with most desktop PCs, you will need to connect a separate webcam via a USB port or similar connection, and this is a step-by-step guide for doing just that.
5 Fashionable Earbuds
Read about these 5 cheap, cool earbuds that provide you with a good quality, striking listening experience at a low cost. Affordable and stylish, its hard to go wrong with these cheap earbuds.
Internal to External
A step-by-step tutorial with full color photos describing the process for taking an internal hard drive and turning it into an external one, in very simple terms.
What is an HD Monitor
A high definition, widescreen computer monitor is one of the foundations of an exciting, effective multimedia PC. An HD display instantly makes any movie, video game, or online video experience better. Find out what HD can do in this article.
Before You Buy a Webcam
Webcams are popular now, and are useful for vlogging, video blogging and diaries on YouTube and more.
Test Audio
Having a sophisticated surround sound audio system for your computer, and the advanced, high-tech PC audio card that it usually requires takes more than simply purchasing it. You have to set up, test, calibrate and generally ensure yourself of the quality of your PC system, and here's how to do it.
USBFAQ
A FAQ guide to the specifications, uses, and purposes of portable USB flash drives. Get all the details about the functionality, terminology, and physical design of USB flash drives.
Test and Calibrate A Monitor
How to test and calibrate your PC monitor for the best color, picture, and professional performance. Learn the definitions of all the different settings, what they do, and how to use them to give your display the best looking picture.
Frisby 5.1 Speaker System
The Frisby Fs-5015 5.1 3000 Watt Surround Sound System looks great and packs quite a punch at a very cheap price, as is clear in this review in which the powerful surround sound speaker system is ranked, rated, and reviewed for performance and features, not to mention style. Affordable yet powerful sound.
5 Wireless Mice
Five low-cost wireless mice reviewed, ranked and rated for anyone interested in a cheap, inexpensive cordless or wireless rechargeable mice.
Dell S2409 24 inch LCD
The Dell S2409 24-inch Widescreen Flat Panel LCD Monitor measures in at a massive 24 inches, and has performance stats that predictably match its high-end size and price tag. But if you're a serious PC user who needs that extra space for either multimedia entertainment or workspace necessity. See it rated and reviewed here.
Before You Buy a Video Card
A useful description of the different terms, phrases and specifications consumers should look for when choosing to buy a video card or upgrade their current one. What a gamer is looking for in a graphics card might be different from that of a graphic designer, and this article will help you tell the difference.
LG22
Review of the 22 inch LG Flatron monitor.
5 Speakers Under \$100
Looking for an inexpensive 2.1 speaker system with two satellite speakers, a powered subwoofer, and a low price tag? Find the perfect audio setup for your desktop PC at a cheap price here, with five top 2.1 speaker systems ranked and rated for your information.
Logitech Z-5500 5.1 System
The Logitech Z-5500 THX-Certified 5.1 Multimedia Surround Sound System reviewed, ranked and rated on the basis of features, functionality and performance. Pros and cons of a 5.1 surround sound system from Logitech.
Logitech Z-2300
The Logitech Z-2300 THX-Certified 2.1 Speaker System offers professional-quality sound at a reasonable price. Even with just two satellite speakers and a subwoofer, this system has achieved THX certification to assure even the most thrifty of audiophiles that they're getting their money's worth.
Logitech G51 Surround Sound
A review of Logitech's latest G-series speakers, the G51 5.1 Surround Sound System, which is designed for gamers, but enhances anyone's audio experience.
Creative T6100 Surround Sound
The Creative Inspire T6100 5.1 surround sound audio system is an inexpensive, compact surround sound system that still delivers quality sound in a convenient package.
What Does THX Certified Mean
"THX Certified" is an industry standard for professional digital audio reproduction that means the sound your surround sound speaker system produces is being heard as the audio engineer intended, even in your small home theater or PC 5.1 surround sound set up.
pUSBFAQ
A FAQ guide to the specifications, uses, and purposes of portable USB flash drives. Get all the details about the functionality, terminology, and physical design of USB flash drives.
Do I Need Surround Sound
Everything you need to know when you're considering a 5.1 surround sound speaker system for your computer. Many different types of PC users can find great use in 5.1 audio systems.
Gear Head Wireless
The Gear Head Laser Wireless Rechargeable Mouse is a cordless mouse that offers customization and personalization, as well as the quality precision of a laser pointing system at low, affordable price. See it ranked and rated here.
Bose Companion 2
The Bose Companion 2 Series II multimedia speakers provide great sound quality from a simple set of two desktop speakers. Enhance your computing experience with rich audio technology from Bose.
Logitech V450
The Logitech V450 Cordless Laser Mouse is a rechargeable mouse offering laser precision at a low cost. See this affordable wireless mouse reviewed and rated here.
PNY 16GB Attache
A review and rating of the PNY Attaché 16GB USB Flash Drive, including price range, specifications, performance and style descriptions. Useful for anyone looking to upgrade, improve, or add onto their current hard disk and removable storage device scheme.
Down-firing Subwoofer
Find out the definition of a down-firing subwoofer here. What is a down firing subwoofer vs. a side-firing subwoofer.
Aiptek PocketCinema Projector
The Aiptek PJV11X PocketCinema V10 Portable Projector is a brilliant little image projection device that displays images or video on any surface. The handheld projector displays a 42 inch image from up to 5 feet away, from either an internal video conversion process, or input live from an external device such as an iPod, camcorder, digital camera, laptop computer, video game device, or anything else you can plug into it.
Five 20-inch Monitors
If you need a large working area, or just love to be on your PC, check out five of the top monitors over 20 inches in size reviewed and rated here.
Maxell NC-III
Maxell's NC-III Noise Cancellation Headphones reviewed, ranked and rated.
DVDFaq
FAQs About DVD-R Drives to answer all your questions about DVD storage, burning, and more.
Logitech MX Revolution
Logitech's latest MX Revolution wireless mouse is a high-performance peripheral for those of us who outright live on our PCs. Cordless, wireless, and rechargable, the mouse delivers extended freedom with its high functionality.
What is THX Certification?
THX Certification is one of the holy grails of audio reproduction for audio speakers and surround sound systems. To be THX Certified ensures that the sound reproduced by your home audio system is heard in precisely the way the sound engineer intended.
Saitek PK24U
The Saitek PK24U Eclipse III Wired Keyboard is the third generation of the immensely popular Eclipse high-performance keyboard series. It's illuminated with an impressive backlight, and has several extra keys for additional capabilities. See it reviewed here.
Western Digital 500MB
The Western Digital 500MB My Book Home Edition is a massive external hard drive with multiple connectivity options for the user. It's stylish, quiet, with a small physical footprint and an elegant case with a fancy LDC screen on the front.
I-Trigue 3330
The Creative Labs I-Trigue 3330 speaker system is a 2.1 multimedia audio set up geared toward desktop PC users with an interest in quality PC sound on a budget.
LG 22" Flatron
The LG Flatron W2252TQ LCD Monitor is a large, high definition display which is great for everyday computing, as well as watching HD video and playing video games.
Kensington Ci70 Wireless
The Kensington Ci70 Titanium Wireless Optical Mouse is an affordable, highly responsive cordless mouse. See it reviewed, ranked and rated here against similar rechargeable and wireless mice.
Acer V223
The Acer V223-WBD 22-inch Widescreen TFT LCD Monitor is a quality widescreen display with rich colors at a low price. See it ranked, rated and reviewed here.
5 Performance Keyboards
5 high-performance keyboards reviewed, ranked and rated. From backlights to customizable keys, extra powered USB ports and illumination schemes, find out which is best for you by reading through the reviews and ratings.
What is Surround Sound
What is surround sound? What is a 5.1 audio system? What is the difference between 2.1, 5.1, and other types of surround sound speaker systems? Answer those questions here, with a simple guide to surround sound audio systems, including what they include, and what they're for.
Greatland Scholar Backpack
The Greatland "Scholar" backpack and laptop bag reviewed and tested for comfort, performance, functionality and appearance. Is it a book bag or a laptop case? It's your choice.
Madcatz Cyborg
The Madcatz Cyborg gaming keyboard isn't just for gamers, but they'll be sure to be pleased with this high-performance keyboard. It's cool, comfortable, stylish and smooth. Read it rated, ranked and reviewed here.
Computer Peripherals - FullReviews
An index of FullReviews for the Computer Peripherals guide site.
What is AGP?
A definition of the term AGP
Logitech G11
The Logitech G11 Gaming Keyboard is a high performance keyboard with smooth typing action and extra functionality that will surely make anyone who uses their PC for more than day-to-day activities happy. Read the review and ratings here.
Eight Gaming Peripherals
Eight computer peripherals to help you build your ultimate gaming rig, including the right kind of speakers, monitors, and more. Anyone can choose a fast, video game-ready PC, but it's the peripheral experience which can truly elevate your level of play.
Samsung Touch of Color
The Samsung Touch of Color T220 22-inch LCD Monitor is a great high-quality widescreen LCD display at a decent price, but the real value comes in the stylish design and ultra high performance display screen. Videophiles will not be disappointed.
Verbatim Laser Wireless Mouse
The Verbatim Optical Wireless Desktop Mouse is an inexpensive, affordable wireless mouse with the precision of optical tracking at a low cost. Comfortable, effective, and versatile, this rechargeable mouse offers performance point-and-clicking at a low price.
Altec Lansing VS4221
The Altec Lansing VS4221 2.1 Speaker Music & Gaming System is a speaker set featuring a subwoofer and two satellite speakers, all of which are specially designed for music and gaming applications.
HP W2007 20-inch LCD Monitor
The HP W2007 20-inch Widescreen Flat Panel LCD Monitor is an affordable, large-format flatscreen display monitor with a big viewing area and sharp contrast at a low price.
What Are Megapixels?
Megapixels can be the single most important factor when considering a web cam or digital camera, as the megapixel performance is directly related to the quality of images a camera might produce. Read on to learn more.
Logitech Classic 200
The Review: Logitech Classic Keyboard 200 is a simple, cheap, effective USB powered keyboard that gets the job done with little frills and features.
Sony SRSD21X
The Sony SRSD21X 2.1 Multimedia Speaker System is a cheap solution for quality sound. With two satellites and a subwoofer for powerful bass, the SRSD21X is equipped with all you need for a good audio experience.
InFocus IN2102ep Projector
The InFocus Work Big IN2102ep Projector is a classy, moderately priced projector with great high resolution capability, streaming video, and rich vibrant colors. Great for presentations at work, slide shows, and showing movies.
Saitek Eclipse II
The Saitek Eclipse II Illuminated Keyboard breathes new life into the extra-full category of high-end computer keyboards, offering not only substance and functionality, but high-tech style, as the backlight is available in three colors and comes with a dimmer switch.
Adesso Illuminated
The Adesso Illuminated Multimedia Keyboard is a unique keyboard with ultra bright backlight illumination, multimedia capability, and a striking modern design sure to turn any heads that come across it.
Review: Altec Lansing AHS322
The Altec Lansing AHS322 stereo headset reviewed, tested, and compared for price. Those interested in buying or upgrading their headset, earphones, microphone, or any of the above, should be curious about this series of headphone and microphone combinations from Altec Lansing.
Ultimate Gaming Rig
Nine computer peripherals to help you build your ultimate gaming rig, including the right kind of speakers, monitors, and more. Anyone can choose a fast, video game-ready PC, but it's the peripheral experience which can truly elevate the level of play.
What is PCI Express?
What is the difference between PCI and PCI Express? Are they interchangeable? Find out once and for all in this glossary entry.
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