CPU monitoring utilities have a reputation problem, and it is not about accuracy so much as the junk that often rides along with them. In a landscape crowded with ad-supported dashboards and bloated ...

Is your CPU too hot? Well, it isn't hard to find out. Checking your PC's CPU temperature is similar to checking your car's oil: You don't need to do it every day, but you should check your ...

One of the first things you get to learn about computers is that any amount of processing produces some amount of heat as a byproduct. It's not unusual for even a well-cooled computer processor to ...

There can be many reasons why your CPU might have sudden temperature spikes and dips. This will explain the reasons, and then share how you can fix it: Mind you, the BIOS/UEFI settings for each PC and ...

Is there any software that works properly to monitor TiBook CPU temperatures? I know when the TiBooks came out, nothing seemed to work with them. Has this been fixed, or is it still a "Eh, the CPU is ...

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I have an Epox 8KHA+ with an Athlon XP 1700+. Occasionally I overclock it to 2000+. The temp readout according to Motherboard Monitor is usually around 125F (~52C) when running full load (United ...

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One of the pillars of good PC custodianship is ensuring all your gear isn't running out of spec, which can cause slowdowns, crashes, and frustration. The chief culprit for something running too hot is ...