Standard ATX power supplies aren't designed to turn on unless they are properly connected to a motherboard. This helps to ensure that they can't power up and damage computer components if the plug isn ...

Power supplies are a frequently misunderstood—and overlooked—PC component. Many users choose a PC power supply based on total wattage alone, assuming that higher is always synonymous with better.

Power supplies are simple, right? Just figure out how much power draw all your computer parts use, get one with a few more watts, and call it a day. Wrong! In addition to creature comforts like ...