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Reviews and articles on the PC compatible central processor unit (CPU) by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
Best Desktop CPUs
Selection of the best desktop CPUs from Intel and AMD in three categories as selected by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide based upon experience and research. Categories for each brand include performance, value (<$250) and budget (<$100).
Best Small Form Factor Barebone PC Kits
Best small form factor or mini-PC barebones desktop computer kits selected by the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide.
64-Bit Computing
Article looking at the new 64-bit processors and if the jump to the new technology will actually benefit consumers.
Dual Core Processors: Are Two Really Better Than One?
An article from the About PC Hardware/ Reviews Guide looking at what the implecations are for the shift to dual-core processors by Intel and AMD.
Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 Desktop Processor
Product Review of the Intel Core 2 Duo E6600 dual core desktop processor from the About PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (3/8/07)
Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 Desktop Processor
Product review of the Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 dual core desktop processor from the About.com PC Hardware / Reviews Guide. (5/18/08)
Understanding Desktop CPUs
An article that takes a look at the various desktop PC processors on the market and breaks them down into four categories for a better understanding when purchasing a new desktop PC.
Understanding Notebook CPUs
An article that looks at how to determine if a CPU for a notebook matches what the computer will be used for.
What is Overclocking?
An article from the About PC Hardware / Reviews guide examining system overclocking and the reasons why one would be interested in doing it.

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