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Introduced to home users in the 1970s and 1980s, desktop computers have changed the way we live. The term "desktop computer" was made popular by computer giant IBM, though they are often referred to as "personal computers," or PCs.

The desktop computer is currently unmatched when it comes to sheer processing power and speed. They are generally able to achieve higher speeds and functionality than laptop computers because desktops are not limited by enclosure space. This is why serious computer users still prefer desktops rather than their portable cousins.

Desktop computers can be used for a variety of different professional applications, like word processing, video editing, photo manipulation, and sound engineering. More commonly, people use desktops for burning CDs and DVDs, playing games, watching movies, listening to music, and surfing the Internet. To learn more about desktop computers, please check out the articles below.

Articles

All About Desktop Computers

Though it seems like laptops are taking over the computer world, many people and businesses, prefer the traditional desktop model. Read here to learn more about the variety of options and the many advantages of desktop computers.

Computer History

Think computers are relegated to the near recent decades? Think again. Computers have a lengthy and interesting past. We've created an abridged history for those curious about how these life-changing machines came to be.

Mac vs. PC

While there is much information on the subject of Mac vs. PC, much of it is heavily partisan.  If you are in the market for a new computer and don't know which team to join, here is a quick breakdown of the similarities and differences.