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Overclockers UK Academy: How to Switch Overclocking Profiles on 8Pack PCs and Bundles
The Overclockers UK Academy is back! We’ve got another informative article to help you get the most out of your gaming PC and hardware. In this blog post, we’re covering how to switch overclocking profiles on 8Pack PCs and bundles. Don’t Want to Read? Watch How to Switch Overclocking Profiles Instead! Too cool for reading? Don’t worry, you can watch how to switch overclocking profiles instead thanks to our dedicated video presented by 8Pack himself. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJHzfZEu24c&ab_channel=OverclockersUK What is Overclocking? Overclocking is a method of adjusting…
Data Privacy Day: How to Protect Your Data
Data privacy might not be something you think about on a daily basis, but it is crucial you set up plenty of security measures to protect your data. Since it’s Data Privacy Day, we couldn’t think of a better time to highlight how you can protect your private information. We’ve put together a huge list of our top tips to ensure you are protected against any online threats and your data remains safe. Why Is It Important to Protect My Data? Taking the extra steps…
How Do I Learn to Code?
HTML, Python, JavaScript – what does this all mean? Knowing how to code can be an incredibly useful skill set. From opening new career avenues to expanding your knowledge base, there are plenty of benefits to coding. But how do you go about learning code? We’ve put together this handy guide detailing exactly what it is, the benefits, and all the different ways you can kickstart your coding adventures. What are we waiting for? Let’s get learning! What is Coding? Coding, or computer programming, is…
How to Calculate Your PC’s Power Requirement
Knowing your PC’s power requirement is a must-have when it comes to configuring your dream gaming PC. If you don’t know exactly how much power your computer needs, you run the risk of purchasing a PSU that isn’t compatible and doesn’t suit the demands of your hardware. Thankfully, we’ve put together this helpful guide detailing how to calculate your PC’s power requirement. Why Do I Need to Calculate My PC’s Power Requirements? Calculating your PC’s power requirements ensures you pick the perfect PSU that is…
How to Update Your Operating System to Windows 11
Windows 11 is the latest generation of operating system and has been designed to enhance both your gaming performance and productivity. We’re not surprised that you want to update to Windows 11, but how exactly do you go about successfully doing this? Fear not, Overclockers UK is here to guide you through the process, taking you through all the reasons why you should update (if you need that extra push), what you need, and how to update your OS. Why Should I Update to Windows…
Legacy BIOS vs UEFI: What are the Differences and Which is Better?
Legacy BIOS vs UEFI – what are the differences between these two boot modes, and which one is better? In this blog article, we’ll be showcasing what Legacy BIOS and UEFI are, highlighting their differences, and whether or not one really is better than the other. What is Legacy BIOS? Your PC’s BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is an integrated software on your motherboard which is responsible for booting up your system. Whenever you power on your computer the BIOS provides vital instructions to your…
A Guide to Microsoft Rewards & How to Get Rewards Fast
With Microsoft Rewards, you can get access to a huge range of gift cards, prize draw sweepstakes, and even charity donations. All for simply browsing the internet, playing games, purchasing games on your XBOX console, or even renting your favourite film. If you don’t utilise Microsoft Rewards you truly are missing out. Thankfully, we’ve put together this huge guide about this reward scheme, including what it is, how to earn points, and what you can spend those points on. What is Microsoft Rewards? Microsoft Rewards,…
Ultimate Guide to Energy Efficient Gaming
Want to cut down on your power consumption and create an energy efficient gaming set up? Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve searched high and low for all the key information that you need on energy efficient gaming and created our very own ultimate guide. We’ll be showcasing why you should make your PC more efficient, the pros and cons, along with everything you need to reduce your energy costs whilst still enjoying outstanding gaming performance. Why Should I Make My PC Energy Efficient? An energy-efficient…
How to Screen Record on Your PC Like a Pro
Screen recording is a handy tool, especially for live streamers and content creators. But how do you screen record on your PC? If you don’t know where to begin when it comes to screen recording, then this is the blog post for you. We’ve compiled everything you need to know, including why screen recording is useful, whether you need a capture card, and all the different ways you can screen record. Why Is Screen Recording Useful? Screen recording is incredibly useful, especially for those looking…
Does Opening Your PC Case Make it Cooler?
Keeping your PC cool is vital for ensuring optimum temperatures and maximum performance. There are so many thermal solutions out there, but is a simple open PC case an efficient way of cooling your PC? As the PC experts, we’re going to answer every question you’ve had about cooling and whether opening your PC case can actually help with cooling. Does Opening My PC Case Help with Cooling? In short, removing the side panel won’t do much for improving your PC’s cooling. The inside of…
What Motherboard Do I Have?
Knowing what motherboard you have can be incredibly helpful when it comes to troubleshooting, PC upgrades, or even installing new drivers. You don’t have to take your entire computer apart to find out the information you need. Thankfully, there are handy built-in tools and easy-to-use third-party applications that can help you find out what motherboard you have installed. All of which we cover in this blog post, so let’s jump straight to it! What is a Motherboard? Before we go into the how's, let’s cover…
How To Increase FPS – Tips and Tricks for 2024
We all want more FPS, right? In this guide, we’re covering all the steps you can take to get more performance out of your gaming PC. We’ve all been there. It’s the heat of the moment, clutch or kick time, and your FPS drops all the way down to two. Game over, man, game over! So, is it time for a new GPU? A whole new PC? Or is there something else you can do to get back to that sweet, sweet 60FPS and beyond? …