| When it comes to computer applications, choices | | | | XP and the Athlon 64. The Athlon XP was |
| will vary across users because people have | | | | developed to enhance applications and programs |
| different needs. It's a good thing then that there | | | | running in Windows XP for more intense graphics |
| are different kinds of computer processors so | | | | and images, while the Athlon 64 is specifically |
| you can pretty much find one that will suit your | | | | suited for very advanced computers, particularly |
| requirements. | | | | those using 64-bit programs, allowing for the |
| The basics | | | | execution of complex games and software. |
| A computer processor is in charge of analyzing | | | | Intel computer processors - Exclusively from |
| data and controlling its flow in a computer, | | | | Intel, the most popular models of Intel computer |
| functioning as the brain of the computer. Also | | | | processors include the Celeron, the Pentium 4, |
| known as the central processing unit, a computer | | | | and the Pentium 4 with HT Technology. The |
| processor comes in speeds commonly between | | | | Celeron boasts of being compatible with most |
| 2.6 to 3.66 gigahertz and looks like a small | | | | leading computer software and hardware brands, |
| microchip in form, made to fit a socket on the | | | | while the Pentium 4 focuses on handling |
| motherboard. | | | | demanding applications like 3D gaming and DVD |
| Kinds of computer processors | | | | authoring. As for the Pentium 4 with HT |
| AMD computer processors - exclusively made by | | | | Technology, it is made to support multiple |
| Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. or AMD, AMD | | | | applications that are simultaneously run, keeping |
| computer processors provide excellent value and | | | | things efficient and increasing response rates. |
| performance, with some models even | | | | Choosing your computer processor: a quick tip |
| programmed to feature their own anti-virus | | | | Choosing from the different kinds of computer |
| protection. Compatible with most commercial | | | | processors need not be difficult. Just make sure |
| computer applications and programs, the models | | | | you have a good grasp of your needs so you can |
| most popular from the AMD line are the Athlon | | | | find the one that is best suited for you. |