Even the best laptops can run hot and loud. If this seems familiar, then it might be time to give its internal heatsink and laptop fan a clean. While cleaning a laptop isn't the easiest thing in the ...

All computers, whether desktops or laptops, contain cooling systems for their processors and internal components. Computer processors handle millions of calculations per second, each requiring ...

Heat is your computer's worst enemy. Over time, dust buildup inside your computer could undermine its cooling efficiency, resulting in shorter life spans for your computer's components. Ed Rhee, a ...

Disclaimer: PCWorld is not responsible if you turn your computer into a massive paperweight after trying one of the tips you’re about to read. Cleaning a computer isn’t rocket science, but certain ...

A broken fan can cause your computer to overheat and damage internal components like the CPU, video card, hard drive and motherboard. Computer fans usually adjust their speed depending on the heat ...

I recently upgraded my PC with a new graphics card and a new, large SSD, and decided there was no better time than the present to give my desktop a good old-fashioned cleanout. What started for me as ...