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COMPUTER COOLING

Computer cooling, and case design

Heat is the enemy of your computer system.

Although computer case manufacturers try to conform to general standards, some do a better job of controlling heat than others.

The number of cooling fans, and variations in design to control the path of airflow over critical components can make a big difference to the life of your computer.

Cheap quality case fans are notorious for failing. When they do, heat can build up rapidly and cause component failure in a few minutes.

Hard drives are especially susceptible since internal tolerances are so critical.

Heat will expand the platter, and cause data loss, or what's known as a "head crash". Under normal conditions, the read / write heads "fly" on a cushion of air just a few thousandths of an inch off the platter surface, but due to the high speed of rotation, even a split-second contact will scratch the surface, and permanently damage the drive.

When comparing computer case fans, the bearings are what count. Double ball bearings are the best, but are generally limited to the more expensive computer cases.

Using a generic computer case such as those found at computer swap meets and shows is taking a chance. Like most things in life, you get what you pay for, so don't risk your system by cutting corners on the computer case.

The difference between generic, and name brand is around $50.00, or looking at it another way, the cost of just one video game.

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