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How to Create a Bootable USB for Windows, Step by Step

May 22, 2026
How-To Guide · Somerville, NJ · 7 min read How to Create a Bootable USB Drive to Install Windows — Two Methods That Actually Work If you’re reinstalling Windows in New Jersey and you don’t have a disc drive, a bootable USB is how you do it. I make these every week at the shop […]
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Is Windows Defender Good Enough

May 14, 2026
PC Security — New Jersey Beyond Windows Defender — What NJ Home and Business Users Actually Need I’m Dave. I’ve been removing viruses and setting up security for New Jersey computer users in Somerville since 2011. Windows Defender has gotten much better over the years — but “much better” and “good enough” aren’t the same […]
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How to Install Windows on a New PC Build: Step-by-Step Guide

Jun 13, 2025
Custom PC Builds & Windows Installation — Somerville, NJ How to Install Windows on a New PC Build — Step by Step Guide I’m Dave. I’ve been building and setting up custom PCs in Somerville, NJ since 2011. This guide covers everything — from creating your bootable USB to getting past Windows setup, including how […]
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Workstation vs Gaming PC

Jun 12, 2025
Workstation vs Gaming PC: Which Desktop Is Right for You? When shopping for a high-performance desktop computer, you’ll likely face a key question: should you go with a workstation or a gaming PC? Both are powerful machines, but they’re designed with different goals in mind. Workstations are built to handle complex professional tasks, while gaming […]
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How to Optimize Your Custom PC for Gaming

Jun 11, 2025
Unlock the best performance from your gaming rig with this clear, step-by-step guide. Whether you’ve built your own PC or had it assembled by the custom PC experts at Dave’s Computers NJ, knowing how to optimize your custom PC for gaming can mean the difference between a laggy experience and seamless gameplay. At Dave’s Computers, […]
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Intel vs AMD: Which Is Better

Jun 10, 2025
Intel vs AMD: Which Is Better for Your Next Build? Building a new PC means making one of the most important decisions first: choosingbetween Intel and AMD. Whether you’re aiming to max out frame rates for gaming or need aprocessor that powers through video editing or multitasking, your CPU choice sets the tonefor your entire […]
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Air vs Liquid Cooling for Custom PC

Jun 7, 2025
Air vs Liquid Cooling for Custom PC: Choosing Between Air Cooling and Liquid Cooling for Gaming Performance When building a custom gaming PC custom pc build NJ, choosing between air and liquid cooling has a big impact on performance, noise, and longevity. Each cooling system has its strengths, and the right choice depends on your […]
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