Everything you need to know about PC motherboards, sockets and chipsets

Both Intel and AMD utilize what are known as "sockets" to act as a physical connection between the processor and the motherboard.
A number of generations in both camps have come to market, and it's important for system builders (and consumers who are looking to upgrade their CPUs) to ensure they're matching up compatible processors and motherboards.

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