Intel Celeron vs Pentium by Bradley James
The Celeron and Pentium Processors are two of Intel's best selling CPUs. They are found in a majority of home computer systems. When comparing the two processors it should be first understood that there are different types of Pentium processors - the original Pentium all the way to the Pentium 4... It is a way to save a little cash when buying a new pc - but don't forget the saying "you get what you pay for." Celeron processors are of good Intel quality, but they will never be as good as the Pentium.

What Exactly is an Intel Centrino Mobile Notebook? by Peter Stewart
There has been a lot of confusion over the use of the term Intel Centrino and what it actually means. An Intel Centrino mobile notebook is actually a combination of Intel products, including what is marked as the Intel Centrino mobile laptop processor, put together to create a wireless... The specifications for an Intel Centrino Mobile Notebook cover an Intel chipset, a Pentium M Processor (often referred to as an Intel Centrino mobile laptop processor) and Intel PRO/Wireless Network Connection.

Is Your Computer Strong Enough For An Internet Work From Home Business by Tom Worsley
If you are planning on doing business online with one of the many work from home based businesses available on the internet, then you are going to want to make sure your computer is up to the task. Although it is possible to get by with a Pentium 1, at today’s prices there is no reason to do... I have to admit, I am still using an Intel Celeron 766 Mh computer but I upgraded the ram to 384 Mb and the hard drive to 80 Gb. ... Well before I upgraded from my Pentium MMX 233 Mh computer I was spending more time re booting from freeze ups and cleaning my hard drive than I was actually...

How to Choose a CPU by Gary Hendricks
So how do you make sense of all the CPUs out there? Well, let's start by splitting them into four broad categories: Obsolete Processors Budget Processors Mid-Range Processors High-End Processors Obsolete Processors These would refer to those processors which were around 5 or more years ago. ... Under this category, you'd be looking at processors like the AMD Athlon XP, AMD Sempron, Intel Celeron (2.4 GHz and higher), as well as the Intel Pentium 4 (2.6 GHz and lower). ... Some examples of processors in this category would be: the older AMD Athlon CPUs and Intel Celeron CPUs, AMD...

Dual Core Computer Processors: Luxury or Necessity? by Peter Stewart
Most of the talk going on in the computer processor industry is revolving around dual core processors. But what advantages do they actually give and is it worth it in terms of price? All processors have a core. A processor contains some memory, often referred to as cache, either L1, L2 or L3,... So for those who are looking for the next cool thing for their desktop computer and price is not a huge issue, this would be your best choice, but go for the lower end Pentium D. ... The Pentium D is based on the same core as it's single core counterparts, just two of them inside.

How to upgrade your CPU - Part 1 by Michael Cottier
Your CPU, also known as the Central Processing Unit, is basically the heart of your computer and without it we would be in the dark ages. Just like the human heart pumps blood throughout the body, your CPU pumps data through the computer and the corresponding parts that are inside of it. ... The socket types Intel uses are slot 1 for Pentium two and three chips, socket 370 for Celeron A's and socket 478 for Pentium 4's. ... If your computer is equipped with an Intel CPU, then you usually can only replace it with another Intel CPU, unless it is an old socket 7 which can support both.

Barebones Systems: Alternatives to Buying Discount Computers by Nicky Pilkington
Buying discount computers is something easy to do nowadays that computer prices have dropped. Despite the low prices, you may still find it difficult to settle on a single computer. Computers are built with so many varying features that finding exactly the right one for you may be difficult. ... With the introduction of the Pentium 4 processor, Intel suggests that pure multi-tasking is possible. ... Most of these systems include a motherboard, CPU (computer processing unit), and power supply encased in a computer case.

How the Mini-ITX Form Factor Is Changing How Your Computer Looks by Aaron Davis
Until just recently, consumers have been forced into buying desktop computers that have very little variation from model to model. I’ll be the first to admit that some of the better manufacturers are doing a great job of making the boring old “box” look very nice, but there are not many of them. ... The industry obviously became aware of this bottleneck and soon began producing the Mini-ITX mainboards that support the Intel Pentium 4 processors. ... Wouldn’t it be great to have a computer that fit into your home without looking like a computer, or better yet one that you don’t have to hide...

Buying a Laptop Computer by Logan Rokwild
The following key points to consider when you are deciding which laptop to buy. Size In general, laptops are classified into three broad categories – one, the subcompact or ‘thin and light’ type, which are very portable, do not weigh much and have the most compact overall dimensions. ... Intel ® also has a specialized notebook processor tailor-made for mobile technology, called the Pentium M. ... Networking Intel Centrino ® Mobile Technology, combines mobile processing power with built-in wireless networking capabilities.

Building A Computer - Picking Components by Chris Silop
Picking the parts for your computer is one of the most important things in building a computer, because you cant assemble a computer without the parts! Picking parts for computers has become much easier than before, because things have been standardized, however, you need to make sure everything... Here is a brief overview of the diffrent Intel and AMD CPUs: Budget: AMD: Sempron Intel: Celeron D Midrange: AMD: Athlon 64>br> Intel: Pentium 4 High End: AMD: Athlon64 X2 Intel: Pentium D If you are spending below $500, I would suggest a budget proccesor, Between $500 and $1000,...