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  How do I familiarise myself with my computer's hardware?
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Hardware refers to the tangible elements of your computer. In other words, any object you can touch or feel, as opposed to software, which drives the working of these components. A good thing to do, first of all, would be to get introduced to the way your PC works.

You could also try this page for a more in-depth peek at the insides of your machine. That done, there is a lot of information online that covers all hardware, from the monitor (casually called the screen) to the keyboard and mouse.

Other components include the hard drive, CD-ROM, floppy drive, motherboard and modem.

Apart from these basic elements, you will also need information on accessories that include printers, speakers and microphones. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

You can also find comprehensive information on hardware at Build Ur PC, while Hardware For Dummies explains the functions of most units in layman’s terminology.

PC Hardware has reviews, press releases, updates and a lot of downloads. Hardware Central also has previews, reports, reviews, tips and tutorials. Adrian’s RojakPot and ARS Technica have reviews, too. Also check out Anand Tech, HARDOCP, BxBoards and 3D Alpha. Lastly, try RedifSearch for some more information. Bubbles, my pet parrot, has finished studying hardware. He’s busy reading up on software and hopes to build his own PC soon. Bill Gates, watch out!

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