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RSS Feeds10 Things To Do Immediately After Building Or Buying A PC
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19 october 2017 17:24:12

 
10 Things To Do Immediately After Building Or Buying A PC
(GameSpot PSP News)
 


We still get an adrenaline rush whenever we complete a new build or unbox a fancy new system. All we want to do at that point is plug it in, punch the power switch, and make a beeline for our Steam library where plenty of gaming goodness awaits. But here´s the thing-if you want to get the most out of your shiny new PC, there are some things you should do at the outset.Sure, you could ignore our advice and ride off into the sunset, but your PC might not perform at its peak. Worse yet, if there is a hardware issue, it could fly under the radar undetected until the most inopportune time. That´s a headache you can do without. By going through our new PC checklist, you can greatly reduce the chance of that happening, as well as make sure you are getting the most out of your system. Check The BIOSThis one can be a little scary if you´re brand new to PCs, and if that´s the case, you might want to enlist the help of a more experienced friend or family member. Whether you go at it alone or with someone else, it might be a good idea to check for any BIOS updates from your motherboard manufacturer´s website (navigate to the support section). You don´t necessarily have to install a newer BIOS version, depending on the release notes. However, BIOS updates can sometimes improve compatibility with certain hardware, such as your CPU and memory. If there is a newer version available that adds features applicable to your setup, go ahead and install it. Otherwise, you may want to leave it alone. Update WindowsGrabbing Windows updates is sort of like filing taxes-nobody really enjoys the experience, but it has to be done or else it could come back to bite you in the backside. An unpatched PC is susceptible to any number of threats on the web. Beyond the added security, Windows updates can also improve functionality of certain devices and services, as well as add new features and functionality.Unfortunately, sometimes this can be a long process. If you bought a new PC, it de ...


 
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