Buying all the parts for a new computer and building it yourself can be cheaper than buying a branded system. Plus, it offers the user a perfectly customized system without costly, unneeded extras. But how do you get started? How can you judge the quality of bare parts and make sure they all work together? Include specific buying advice for others interested in the challenge and reward of building their own systems.
Member advice on How to Build Your Own Computer From Scratch
Building an Athlon based computer: 101
Follow this guide to build a computer exactly like the one I am using right now. This is an excellent gaming, office, internet computer and all around great set up.... read full review
A Computer for 2002
Don't start this project unless you can consider it a "Labor of Love". This is a fantastic computer learning experience.... read full review
