The hard drive, which typically provides storage for data and applications within a computer, has four key components inside its casing -- the platter (for storing data), the spindle (for spinning the ...

This article is part of The State of Science, a series featuring science stories from public radio stations across the United States. This story, by Jes Burns, was originally published by OPB. A honey ...

Computers have become an essential part of our everyday lives. Students are using computers daily through their need to ...

The most common repairs to laptop and desktop computers are motherboards, power supplies, hard drives, and other major components. The cost and time required to repair PCs often makes it more ...

There is a lot to consider when moving data to cloud storage. Key among these, with potentially the biggest impact, is cost. Cloud storage cost models can be complex despite the attraction of low ...

Whether you're building a new computer from the ground up or replacing components in your Xbox, you'll need to ground yourself to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging your computer's ...

What is Non-Destructive Testing? Nondestructive testing is a means of evaluating a material or component’s superficial or interior defects or mechanical conditions without compromising the component ...