External Links

Downloads

Several internet sources accumulate and catalogue various utilities, downloads and updates to assist computer users in keeping their systems running smoothly.

• c|net Download.com
• Drivers Headquarters
• Drivercleaner
• Microsoft Windows Updates
• PC Hardware Driver Downloads
• WinDrivers
• ZDNet

Forums

Internet forums can be helpful to novice and advanced users alike, providing a channel for open discussion of an infinite number of computer-related issues.

• EggXpert
• AnandTech
• BleepingComputer.com
• Cyber Tech
• CNet Forums
• Free PC Tech
• HardOCP
• Hardware Central
• DriverHeaven
• Tom's Hardware Guide Community
• PC Q&A
• PC Mechanic
• PC Perspective
• Sharkyextreme
• Suggest A Fix
• TechSpot
• Tek-Tips
• The Tech Report

Glossaries

Online technical glossaries provide definitions of complicated PC terms and jargon.

• Intel Glossary
• AMD Glossary
• Webopedia

Manufacturer Contact Compilations

These alphabetical compilations of numerous manufacturer and technical support websites allow users to easily locate the information they require.

• Newegg.com
• Hal-PC

Manufacturer Resources

Many product manufacturers supply comprehensive information, tools and resources to aide customers in selection, installation and support of hardware and software.

• AMD
• D-Link
• IBM
• Intel Processor Identification Tool
• Intel Support
• Kingston Ultimate Memory Guide

Other Resources

A collection of references whose collective purpose is to assist users in resolving technical issues and problems with computer hardware and software.

• ACS Data Recovery
• Computing.net
• Focus on PC Support
• Greyface
• Motherboards.org
• PCMechanic
• PC Pitstop
• PCTechGuide
• SupportFreaks.com
• Virtual Dr.

Reviews

Review websites scrutinize and critique new technology, products and services to serve as referendums to anyone searching for the educated opinions of experienced computer enthusiasts.

• AnandTech
• HardOCP
• HardwareCentral
• System Optimized
• The Tech Report
• Tom's Hardware

RSS Feed

Newegg.com delivers its hottest deals and best specials via its RSS feed. An RSS feed is a flexible export of data which can easily be read by a variety of software readers. To get started, first obtain RSS reader software. The following RSS readers can be downloaded for free:

• NewsGator
• FeedDemon
• Pluck RSS Reader
• FeedReader