A computer stick is a single-board, palm-sized computer that resembles a media streaming stick (such as the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Roku Streaming Stick). They are sometimes referred to as compute ...

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Pre-orders recently began for Intel's new Compute Stick -- a "PC on a stick" -- a plug-and-play device that packs a full operating system to transform TVs and monitors into computers. The 4-inch, ...

Intelhas givenMicrosoftan answer to theGoogle Chromebit stick computer. The new Compute Stick brings Windows 8.1 to an ultraportable device that fits in your pocket. It is a full-powered computer just ...

While the Fire TV Stick has "TV" right there in the name, you can plug them into other devices as well. Here are a few ideas ...

Intel’s Compute Stick now comes in more flavors than just Windows, Windows, and more Windows. A version of the Intel Compute Stick loaded with Ubuntu 14.04 LTS (long term support) will go on sale this ...

Ditch your streaming devices—use a Mini PC instead. Remotes, keyboards, or controllers make it easy to navigate and enjoy all ...