GUIDE TOWARDS INTEL'S CORE PROCESSOR FAMILY
For many of us computer users, a PC’s CPU – or central processing unit – is an unseen device that we know little about. We’re bamboozled by numbers and frequencies ('gigahertz' or GHz) that do little to assist in our understanding of why one computer's performance may be better than another. However, it helps to have some working knowledge about your next computer’s CPU, so you can make an informed buying decision and get a computer that’s fast enough for your needs. At present, the most popular CPUs for new notebooks and desktop PCs are the Intel Core i3 , Intel Core i5 and Intel Core i7 . These CPUs are available in various performance grades and they have plenty of features that ensure a fast computing experience. Intel Core i7-980X Guide to CPUs At a glance it’s hard to know which CPU to choose (unless you know some nitty gritty details), but you can follow this general guide. The Intel Core i3 CPU is fea...