How will you be computing in the next 12 months? PC Authority brings you 2005's big technology stories - before they happen.

What happens when multiple-core processors are no longer sufficient for our demands? Stuart Andrews looks at the future of CPUs.

The entire industry is moving towards dual-core technology, but why? Tim Dean looks at some of the reasons for the shift.

What job involves acid baths, robots and space suits? Read about the fascinating world of computer chip fabrication, with PC Authority’s exclusive imagery and insights.

We've put AMD and Intel’s new processors to the test, and there's one clear winner.

Underneath all the speculation and marketing hype, the Cell processor might actually herald a revolution in computing. Tim Dean investigates.

The Nehalem-based xeons are a landmark release, with exceptional performance married to great power.

You've been raising some big questions in the forums about 64-bit. Here's our FAQ to 64-bit Vista vs XP, and whether it's worth the hassle if you're not a workstation user, but a gamer or power user.

Global sales of PC microprocessors reached $8.7bn in 4Q07.

In the early-to-mid 'nineties, the industry was buzzing with speculation about the 'new' 32-bit computing platform and, more importantly, how it would integrate into the 16-bit environment.

What will you be buying, using and drooling over this year? Tim Dean looks at the astounding products and technologies due to hit in the next 12 months.

New processors to be based on Nehalem with integrated graphics capabilities.

From Celerons to Core i7s, Semprons to Phenom IIs, David Bayon tests Mainsteam desktop processors and finds the best budget, mid-range and enthusiast (gaming) choice for you.

Quad core considered too much for the average user.

Everything you need to know about AM2 -- without the headache.

Intel unloaded a swag of new Penryn-class CPUs at CES today. Zara Baxter explores the new platform and what it means for your PC.

New processor range based on Isaiah architecture.

The long awaited Core i5 'Mainstream' processors are finally on the way to desktops, complementing Intel's existing Core i7 enthusiast processors.