While every PC has access to these utilities, the CPU temperature isn't always displayed. If you don't see it in yours, or you're not interested in following these steps to test whether it's there, ...
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How to Check CPU Temperature

One of the pillars of good PC custodianship is ensuring all your gear isn't running out of spec, which can cause slowdowns, ...
The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is the heart of any computer, and like any powerful electronic component, it generates heat ...
A good temperature for your desktop computer's CPU is around 120℉ when idle, and under 175℉ when under stress. If you're using a laptop, you should look for CPU temperatures between 140℉ and 190℉. If ...
About a year ago, my computer started acting funny. It would freeze up, applications would randomly crash, and I even got a BSOD (Blue Screen of Death) or two. After a few hours of suffering through ...