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Computer set-ups are divided into two different parts, the hardware and the peripherals. PC hardware refers to all of the physical components such as input, processing, storage, output and communication devices.

These components will often define the size and the specifications of PC hardware. From those for gaming to those dedicated to cryptocurrency mining, the range of PC hardware is very wide and is sold across a variety of channels.

PC hardware that relates to features such as speed or storage will greatly improve the running of a PC, and these can be changed and adapted with technical work. Choosing the right PC hardware is essential for companies and organisations’ network stability and structure.
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Strong second quarter for traditional PC market - IDC
Tue, 14th Jul 2020
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Global PC shipments see strong growth in Q2 2020, driven by demand for notebooks during work-from-home and e-learning, according to IDC.
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Dell announces XPS Desktop, S-series monitors
Tue, 14th Jul 2020
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The new desktop offers the XPS design sensibility in a configurable desktop, and new monitors including a curved, 4K 32in UHD.
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Lenovo launches newest ThinkCentre nano range
Wed, 8th Jul 2020
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The range has taken the ‘nano’ approach to form factors, releasing a range of ultra-small products suited for the modern workplace.
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PNY launches high-performance XLR8 Gaming RGB Memory
Wed, 1st Jul 2020
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PNY launches its XLR8 Gaming RGB DDR4 memory in Australia and New Zealand, targeting PC enthusiasts with high-performance, customisable RGB lighting modules.
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PlayStation 5 hardware and exclusive games revealed
Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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Sony unveils sleek PlayStation 5 hardware alongside an array of exclusive games including 'Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales' and 'Horizon Forbidden West'.
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Hands-on review: Intel Core i5-10600K and Core i9-10900K
Fri, 22nd May 2020
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The Core i5-10600K seems a good gaming CPU, whilst the Core i9-10900K is a real boost for multi-CPU applications.
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HP announces new OMEN desktops, monitor
Mon, 18th May 2020
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HP unveils the OMEN 25L and 30L gaming desktops, alongside the new OMEN 27i monitor, catering to an increasingly home-bound gaming audience.
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Secure hardware market hard hit by COVID-19
Fri, 15th May 2020
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ABI Research finds that two areas in particular, Trusted Platform Modules (TPM) and Trusted Execution Environments (TEE) will be hard hit.
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Alienware gets an overhaul with updated range
Thu, 14th May 2020
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New laptops from portable-first to heavy-duty gaming, a new pre-built desktop that includes liquid-cooled graphics, and a new monitor sneak-peek.
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Is legacy technology holding you back?
Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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Getting off legacy systems can be difficult but the potential benefits of updating IT infrastructure or even better integrating old systems can be immense.
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AMD announces 3rd Gen Ryzen processors
Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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Also announces new B550 chipset to bring simultaneous multi-threading and PCIe 4.0 compatibility to mainstream desktops.
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Why you might want to buy tech right now
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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Manufacturing disruption, closed borders, remote working and learning, economic downturn - it might pay to get that purchase in now.
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Intel & QuTech outline 'milestone' in quantum computing
Wed, 26th Feb 2020
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'Horse Ridge' could pave the way for further understanding how quantum practicality could solve real-world problems.
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Maintaining uptime in the data center is no game of checkers
Thu, 13th Feb 2020
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AI-driven machine learning is revolutionising data centre uptime by predicting hardware failures before they occur, potentially saving firms millions.
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Revealed: Best practices for embedded systems in a world of cyber attacks
Tue, 11th Feb 2020
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The Trusted Computing Group has issued new best practices for updating firmware and software in embedded systems to combat rising cyber threats in IoT devices.
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Global device shipments creep up, driven by 5G mobiles
Thu, 23rd Jan 2020
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Global device shipments are expected to grow by 0.9% in 2020, with 5G mobile phones seeing a significant increase in market share, according to Gartner.
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Dell Technologies teases the future of the modern consumer PC
Mon, 20th Jan 2020
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Concept UFO, Concept Ori and Concept Duet are some of the cute names Dell has come up with for its future PCs.
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Acer brings creator-focused ConceptD range to Aus
Tue, 26th Nov 2019
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Acer launches ConceptD range in Australia, offering high-performance devices tailored for the creative sector, equipped with NVIDIA GPUs and 4K displays.
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Voyager responds to rising bandwidth usage with 100 Gbit upgrade
Thu, 19th Sep 2019
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Voyager Internet, responding to soaring bandwidth demands, has completed a NZ$600,000 upgrade to a 100 Gigabit core data network, ensuring top speeds.
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Hands-on review: The 2019 iMac marks 21 years of Apple's elegant desktops
Fri, 23rd Aug 2019
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Apple's 2019 iMac remains true to its elegant design roots while delivering unparalleled power and performance, celebrating 21 years of innovation.