Anti-static basics for home builders: what actually protects your parts
How much static it takes to hurt a PC part, what wrist straps, mats and bags really do, the plugged-in PSU debate, and a short checklist before every build. Keep reading »
Ananya Kulkarni
Ananya writes about builds and upgrades: power supplies, storage, memory and the order to do things in. She has a soft spot for reviving family PCs and a firm view that the cheapest upgrade is the one you can return.
Articles by Ananya
Choosing a power supply for an older PC: wattage, rails and connectors
Work out what an old desktop really draws, read 80 PLUS ratings and 12 V rail labels, match 20+4, EPS and PCIe plugs, and know when an aging PSU should retire. Keep reading »
The SATA SSD upgrade for old desktops, done properly
Why an SSD transforms an old desktop even on a SATA 3 Gb/s port, plus AHCI mode, cloning vs a clean install, TRIM, mounting, power adapters and checks. Keep reading »