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This article explores the computer science course ‘Nand to Tetris’ where students build a complete general-purpose computer system. The course includes the construction of the hardware platform which includes the CPU, RAM and datapath and the software hierarchy consisting of an assembler, virtual machine, operating system and compiler. Topics include the foundation of abstraction then implementation in the course, as well as system architecture modularity and behavioral simulation.

AMD's new Ryzen 9000 CPUs offer significant improvements in single-core performance, surpassing Intel's chips in benchmarks like Cinebench R23. However, multi-core performance is lackluster compared to Intel's 14th-gen processors. The performance gains can be optimized by adjusting motherboard settings, such as enabling Precision Boost Overdrive (PBO) and running RAM at a lower voltage. The Ryzen 9000 CPUs demonstrate impressive power efficiency, but gaming performance remains stagnant compared to the previous generation. Despite this, the Ryzen 9000 CPUs are priced lower than their predecessors and undercut Intel's rival chips. [Extracted from the article]

Many PC gamers have been waiting with bated breath for a real non-bandaid fix for (https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/processors/intel-cpu-crashes-what-you-need-to-knowmicrocode-to-blame-but-fix-incoming-this-month-alongside-two-year-extended-warranty/) Intel 13th and 14th Gen instability issues. After months of reported problems, investigations, and [...]

Key Highlights: * ADLINK Technology Inc. launches IMB-C Value Series of ATX motherboards for budget-sensitive projects. * IMB-C Value Series includes features like 2.5 Gbe, PCIe 4.0, DDR4, and USB [...]

Key Highlights: * Thermaltake launches the CTE E660 MX Mid Tower Chassis in four colors: Black, Snow, Racing Green, and Hydrangea Blue. * The CTE E660 MX supports ASUS and [...]

As someone who’s https://www.pcworld.com/article/406235/best-gaming-keyboard.html, I think I have the authority to say that most Windows apps created by manufacturers for programming RGB lights suck—especially https://www.pcworld.com/article/1915729/asus-azoth-keyboard-review.html. Which is why it’s great […]

Fans of small form factor PCs are a dedicated bunch, with the best Mini-ITX motherboards being the absolute superstars of each build. And it's easy to understand why. A mini [...]

The network interface cards (NICs) of modern computers are changing to adapt to faster data rates and to help with the scaling issues of general-purpose CPU technologies. Among the ongoing innovations, the inclusion of programmable accelerators on the NIC's data path is particularly interesting, since it provides the opportunity to offload some of the CPU's network packet processing tasks to the accelerator. Given the strict latency constraints of packet processing tasks, accelerators are often implemented leveraging platforms such as Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). FPGAs can be re-programmed after deployment, to adapt to changing application requirements, and can achieve both high throughput and low latency when implementing packet processing tasks. However, they have limited resources that may need to be shared among diverse applications, and programming them is difficult and requires hardware design expertise. We present hXDP, a solution to run on FPGAs software packet processing tasks described with the eBPF technology and targeting the Linux's eXpress Data Path. hXDP uses only a fraction of the available FPGA resources, while matching the performance of high-end CPUs. The iterative execution model of eBPF is not a good fit for FPGA accelerators. Nonetheless, we show that many of the instructions of an eBPF program can be compressed, parallelized, or completely removed, when targeting a purpose-built FPGA design, thereby significantly improving performance. We implement hXDP on an FPGA NIC and evaluate it running real-world unmodified eBPF programs. Our implementation runs at 156.25MHz and uses about 15% of the FPGA resources. Despite these modest requirements, it can run dynamically loaded programs, achieves the packet processing throughput of a high-end CPU core, and provides a 10× lower packet forwarding latency. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article explores FPGAs, field-programmable gate arrays, and how they might be used in a variety of applications and industries, including client compute hardware. FGPAs are used in the early stages of hardware design include rapid prototyping, testing, and development. Challenges to using FPGAs are also noted as are benefits.

This article is a buyer's guide for building a PC based on different budget levels. It provides recommendations for three different builds: budget, mid-range, and advanced. Each build includes specific components such as motherboard, processor, graphics card, cooler, memory, power supply, storage, case, display, keyboard, mouse, and headset. The article offers options for different price points and highlights the features and value of each component. [Extracted from the article]

This article is a buyer's guide for building a PC based on different budget levels. It provides recommendations for hardware components such as motherboards, CPUs, GPUs, memory, storage, cases, monitors, keyboards, mice, and headsets. The guide offers options for budget builds, mid-range builds, and advanced builds, catering to different needs and preferences. The article includes specific product recommendations and prices for each component. [Extracted from the article]

Byline: Aleksha McLoughlin A prominent hardware leaker has alleged that the upcoming Z890 motherboards for Intel Core Ultra 200 will miss out on Thunderbolt 5 support. A prominent hardware leaker [...]

ASUS has released BIOS updates for its Intel 700 and 600 series motherboards, significantly enhancing their capabilities by supporting up to 256GB of DDR5 memory. These motherboards supported less memory, [...]

There’s an ongoing saga around some of the latest Intel Core desktop CPUs, and how they’re crashing when running 3D games and other resource-intense programs. Intel has previously stated that [...]

BIOSTAR announces a BIOS update for AMD AM5 series motherboards to support next-gen AMD CPUs, incorporating the latest architecture for future-ready performance. Key Highlights: * BIOSTAR is a leading manufacturer [...]

Mini-ITX motherboards, which measure approximately 6.7 x 6.7 inches, are significantly smaller than Micro-ATX models measuring 9.6 x 9.6 inches. This smaller size makes Mini-ITX ideal for tiny computers that [...]

The article discusses various aspects of computer-related linear physical and virtual addresses, and it mentions Cambridge University’s CHERI computer architecture platform and the computer memory-based difficulties that are associated with translating from linear virtual to linear physical addresses. The ARM and x64 types of central processing units (CPUs) are examined, along with object-oriented computing and the Rational R1000/s400 computer.

This article discusses the release of Intel's 14th Generation processors and the accompanying Z790 refresh motherboards. These motherboards offer improved features and higher memory speeds compared to their predecessors. While they are generally considered the best motherboards of the LGA 1700 generation, they may not be necessary for those who do not require specific features like Wi-Fi 7 or high-speed memory. The article evaluates four different motherboards, highlighting their features, performance, and price. It recommends the Asus TUF Gaming Z790-Pro WiFi for Asus fans or those who need specific expansion slots, the Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Master X for its wide range of features and excellent memory support, the MSI MAG Z790 Tomahawk Max WiFi as a good value option with a powerful VRM and strong I/O capabilities, and the Asrock Z790 Riptide WiFi as a competitor with a similar feature set at a lower price. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the best hardware products of 2023, focusing on advancements in CPU technology, screen technology, and notable peripherals. It provides specific product recommendations and includes links to where they can be purchased. The text covers a range of products including headphones, handheld gaming PCs, motherboards, projectors, mini PCs, VR headsets, surround speakers, cases, gaming chairs, video capture devices, homebrew PC alternatives, and Wi-Fi dongles. [Extracted from the article]

AMD has announced the release of three new Ryzen Threadripper 7000-series chips, with up to 64 cores and 128 threads, and the option of a Pro-class Threadripper 700 WX series with 96 cores and 192 threads. These chips are designed for video editing and content creation and are optimized for such tasks. They feature AMD's Zen 4 architecture, higher core counts, faster boost frequencies, and PCI Express 5.0. The new chips require new motherboards and consume 350W of power. They are available for purchase as of November 21, but they come with a high price tag. [Extracted from the article]

Intel has released its 14th generation of desktop CPUs, called Raptor Lake processors. The lineup includes six chips, with two variants each of the Core i9, Core i7, and Core i5 parts. The flagship Core i9-14900K offers a small increase in clock speed and is cheaper than the previous Core i9-13900K. The Core i7-14700K stands out with four additional efficiency cores and performs well in content creation tasks. The processors are compatible with existing motherboards and come with AI software features for easier overclocking. However, they do not offer significant improvements in power efficiency compared to the previous generation. The choice between Intel and AMD processors depends on individual circumstances and budget constraints. [Extracted from the article]

The article reviews several personal computer (PC) related products including the B660M Pro RS, motherboard from ASRock; the Laminar RM1 (included with CPU) cooler from Intel; and the S2722DGM display from Dell.

BIOSTAR announces compatibility of its AMD AM4 series motherboards with the latest AMD Ryzen 5000 series processors. AMD has introduced four new processors in the Ryzen 5000 Series. The Ryzen [...]

Thermaltake has launched the Ceres 330 TG ARGB Mid Tower Chassis, which is compatible with the latest ATX hidden-connector motherboards. The chassis features a 55% perforated panel design for optimal [...]

This article provides information on the current state of the computer parts market and offers recommendations for building AMD and Intel systems at various price points. The AMD system includes the Ryzen 5 7600 chip, an AM5 motherboard, and DDR5 memory, while the Intel system features the Core i5-12400F chip and an ASUS Prime B760-Plus motherboard. Both builds include a Corsair 4000D Airflow case, a Thermaltake Toughpower GX2 80+ Gold PSU, and SSD storage. The article also discusses market changes, such as the release of new AMD and Intel chips, as well as the growing popularity of cloud storage and affordable M.2 and SSD drives. The text provides detailed information on the prices of computer components from different brands, ranging from $951 to $3,358, depending on the chosen components and brands. [Extracted from the article]

Asrock didn't seem to get the memo from either AMD or Intel, and it proudly showed off a complete range of next-generation AMD X870 and for now unnamed Intel motherboards. [...]

The article offers suggestions to add Raspberry Pi general purpose input/output (GPIO) to personal computers (PC). It mentions products that do this are generally referred to as data acquisition, or DAQ, devices, and connect via USB or occasionally plug into the motherboard. It also mentions Ryanteck RTk.GPIO is available from various sources in several counties and facts should allow Raspberry Pi projects or HATs to be transferred to a PC.

The advances in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology have empowered mobile operators to deploy LTE (long-term evolution) base stations (BSs) on UAVs and provide ondemand, adaptive connectivity to hotspot venues as well as emergency scenarios. However, today's evolved packet core (EPC) that orchestrates LTE's radio access network (RAN) faces fundamental limitations in catering to such a challenging, wireless, and mobile UAV environment, particularly in the presence of multiple BSs (UAVs). In this work, we argue for and propose an alternate, radical edge EPC design, called SkyCore that pushes the EPC functionality to the extreme edge of the core network--collapses the EPC into a single, lightweight, self-contained entity that is colocated with each of the UAV BS. SkyCore incorporates elements that are designed to address the unique challenges facing such a distributed design in the UAV environment, namely the resource constraints of UAV platforms, and the distributed management of pronounced UAV and UE mobility. We build and deploy a fully functional version of SkyCore on a two-UAV LTE network and showcase its (i) ability to interoperate with commercial LTE BSs as well as smartphones, (ii) support for both hotspot and stand-alone multi-UAV deployments, and (iii) superior control and data plane performance compared to other EPC variants in this environment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In recent years we have seen a growing number of edge devices adopted by consumers, in their homes (e.g., smart cameras and doorbells), in their cars (e.g., driver assisted systems), and even on their persons (e.g., smart watches and rings). Similar growth is reported in industries including aerospace, agriculture, healthcare, transport, and manufacturing. At the same time that devices are getting smaller, Deep Neural Networks (DNN) that power most forms of artificial intelligence are getting larger, requiring more compute power, memory, and bandwidth. This creates a growing disconnect between advances in artificial intelligence and the ability to develop smart devices at the edge. In this paper, we present a novel approach to running state-of-the-art AI algorithms at the edge. We propose two efficient approximations to standard convolutional neural networks: Binary-Weight-Networks (BWN) and XNOR-Networks. In BWN, the filters are approximated with binary values resulting in 32× memory saving. In XNOR-Networks, both the filters and the input to convolutional layers are binary. XNOR-Networks approximate convolutions using primarily binary operations. This results in 58× faster convolutional operations (in terms of number of the high precision operations) and 32× memory savings. XNORNets offer the possibility of running state-of-the-art networks on CPUs (rather than GPUs) in real-time. Our binary networks are simple, accurate, efficient, and work on challenging visual tasks. We evaluate our approach on the ImageNet classification task. The classification accuracy with a BWN version of AlexNet is the same as the full-precision AlexNet. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

You can never have too much memory, in the same sense that you can never have too much toilet paper. If this philosophy appeals to you, you might want to [...]

BIOSTAR, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, and storage devices, has introduced SILVER series motherboards that are compatible with the latest Intel Core i7-14700K Raptor Lake-S Refresh processor. The [...]

BIOSTAR, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, introduces its best motherboards, including the Z790 VALKYRIE, Z790A-SILVER, Z690A VALKYRIE, and Z690A-SILVER, which are optimized for the Intel Core i9-14900K processor. These motherboards [...]