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How to Build Your Own Computer From Scratch

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.



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by 4rhodes
Sep 8, 2001 Never Eat Yellow Snow - HTP W/O
This is my tribute to Hard_to_Please. I wish you well.... read full review
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by djsplendid
Dec 18, 2000 Upgrading your system. Is it worth it?
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by surferdude7
Jul 20, 2002 The Parts for Building a Computer from Scratch!
Building computers is fun and educational, it is easy if you take your time and do your research! ... read full review
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by ivplay
Jan 28, 2004 So you say you want a gaming computer...
This is entirely my opinion of what to buy in the first quarter of 2004. Use it at your own risk!... read full review
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by fallyn96
Apr 18, 2001 The Three Don'ts
If you are having someone else build your computer, make sure that they know what they are doing.... read full review
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by amerpie
Sep 29, 2000 Why I'll Never Buy Another Computer Again
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by vicwang
Apr 25, 2001 Epinions Computers Q&A Week 5: Building Your Own Computer
It's possible to build a top-of-the-line system for $2000--and for the right person, that's an absolute steal.... read full review
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by Gr8ful
Feb 18, 2001 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
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by basilisk4
Dec 22, 2000 Building your own computer -- Why you might want to consider other options first
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by artic00cat
Oct 17, 2000 Shopping for those new parts to build your own computer?
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by vplite
Jan 15, 2003 A Budget PC for 2003
Your biggest payoff will be knowledge and satisfaction... read full review
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by artic00cat
Jan 8, 2001 Overview of the basic parts assembly process!!! (NOT COMPLETE GUIDE)
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by artic00cat
Oct 8, 2000 Considering Building your own PC? look inside first
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by vplite
Jan 15, 2002 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
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by Gr8ful
Oct 29, 2000 So, you want to build your own computer ~ Suggestions for PC construction
Do the research before you decide and make sure all your components are compatible with each other. Oh yeah... have fun. :-)... read full review
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by lucie30
Aug 23, 2001 Build Your Own Computer, Part VI, Parallel Ports
With the advent of higher speed, easier to use ports such as FireWire and USB2, the Parallel Port has lost some of its importance. Despite this, everyone has one.... read full review
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by mocabela
Aug 4, 2001 Building It Yourself: Knowledge first, then action.
Building your own computer is a worthy task, and not one to be taken lightly. With plenty of research and careful shopping, though, you won't be disappointed.... read full review
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by georgekn3
Dec 20, 2000 A Thunderbird for $550!
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by DENGNY
Sep 29, 2000 TO BUILD OR NOT TO BUILD, THAT IS THE QUESTION...
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by lucie30
Aug 18, 2001 Build Your Own Computer, Part V, Power Surge Protection
Prevention is far better than a cure, especially with line power surges. Here are some considerations and things to look for in a protective device.... read full review
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