CPU
-
Blog
New Apple CPU side-channel attacks steal data from browsers
A team of security researchers has disclosed new side-channel vulnerabilities in modern Apple processors that could steal sensitive information from web browsers. The Georgia Institute of Technology and Ruhr University Bochum researchers, who presented another attack dubbed ‘iLeakage’ in October 2023, presented their new findings in two separate papers, namely FLOP and SLAP, which show distinct flaws and ways to exploit them.…
Read More » -
Blog
3 Ways to check how many cores in CPU on Windows 11, 10
To determine a processor core count on Windows, open Task Manager’s Performance tab, click on “CPU,” and check the core number in the details. You can also use Command Prompt and PowerShell to find out this information. UPDATED 1/28/2025: Windows 11 and 10 offer several ways to check how many cores your computer’s processor has. In this guide, I’ll outline…
Read More » -
Blog
Why the CPU you chose is the key to Windows 11
It wasn’t that long ago, October 11, 2021, when the great Windows 11 migration began. In truth, the majority of devices still run on Windows 10, but that will undoubtedly start to change as we hurtle toward its inevitable end date. However, like the die-hards of Windows 7 before them (we’re ignoring 8 on purpose), there will be many Windows…
Read More » -
Blog
How to Choose a CPU With the Right TDP
Key Takeaways Official CPU TDP values don’t match real-life CPU heat output and power consumption. Real-life power usage found in professional CPU reviews is a much more reliable metric than official TDP values. When buying a CPU, depending on its power consumption, choose a CPU cooler and motherboard capable of keeping it cool and allowing it to run at its…
Read More » -
Blog
What Is a CPU, and What Does It Do?
Key Takeaways The CPU (central processing unit) is the brain of your computer, processing instructions from programs and components. Modern CPUs use billions of microscopic transistors to interpret binary signals, enabling complex tasks at high speeds. Your CPU connects with other PC components through sockets and buses. The most important part of your computer, if you had to choose just…
Read More »