A desktop PC can refer to any user's machine, whether Windows, Mac or Linux or style of case. However, the term "PC" by itself would be more common for this generic usage, and the terms "Windows ...

Everybody knows that computers were huge and unwieldy in the middle of the 20th century. But a lot of the tech terminology that we take for granted today had to be invented at some point. Such is the ...

1. Windows, Mac, Linux or Tablet? The first decision is the platform. As of 2025, a rough estimate of desktop/laptop market share is Windows 78%; Mac 16%; Linux 6%. It has been a Windows versus Mac ...

Even with powerful laptops and tablets at our fingertips, desktop computers still hold their own, especially when it’s time to focus. A larger screen doesn’t just mean a bigger picture; it can make ...

Desktops come in a variety of styles, but one thing about them is the same: they’re meant for use in a fixed space. Unlike laptops, desktops boast a larger size, are more powerful, and have additional ...