Learn How to Build Your Own Computers

Learning how to build your own computers is a low cost alternative to buying an expensive off the shelf PC.

Learning how to build computers is not as hard as you might think. If you know how to use a Phillips head screwdriver and follow instructions we'll show you! It's definitely not rocket science and anyone can master the skill.

The building process involves buying seperate components and assembling them together to complete your own custom computer. You will also find a comprehensive step-by-step tutorial with pictures on the assembly procedures here.

Advantages

The advantages of building you own computers versus buying a similar off the shelf PC are many and include:

• Saving money. Buying each component individually after shopping around assures that you will get the best possible deal.
• Gain knowledge. You will learn a lot about computers and components in general as you build your own PC. This experience will serve you in good stead when the time comes for upgrade or repair.
• Fully Customizable. When you build your own computer it is assembled with your needs in mind. You have total control over what's in it according to your budget and needs. Why pay for features you don't need or want?
• Built for the Future. We will coach you ever step of the way during the parts selection so you will buy parts that will guarantee your home-built PC will stand the test of time.
• You will learn how to perform a clean install of the Microsoft Windows XP operating system (the operating system of choice until Vista shakes out). If viruses malware or hard drive failure rear their ugly heads you can reload Microsoft Windows XP to keep your computer running like new.
• Hardware and software problems become solvable. You built it! You can probably fix it.
• Enhanced Performance. Our tutorials and guides assure that you will have a cutting edge system capable of squeezing the best possible performance out of your hardware and software.

Parts Needed to Build Your Own Computers

The selection of parts is of course the most important aspect of the build your own computers concept. This site examines each component/peripheral in detail. This will give you the knowledge needed before buying to insure you get the best features and value for your money. The list needed to build a computer follows.

Required

CPU/Processor

Motherboard

Memory

Case

Hard Drive

DVD Burner

Monitor

Keyboard

Mouse

Graphic Card

Power supply


Options/Accessories

Sound Card

Speaker System

Computer Chair

Desk

Headphones

How to Get Started

Click on any component or peripheral above to take you to its respective "how-to" page. Feel free to browse through these helpful pages and get a feel for the different components and their most important features. Once you have decided on your core (required) components check out the assembly guide to understand how they all come together in the computer case to function as a computer. Finally, research and buy your components to build your own computers! Best of luck.

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