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Build Your Own Computer


  Want to learn how to build your own computer? You've come to the right place!

Building your own computer from custom components can seem like a daunting task.

How do you know exactly which CPU, motherboard, hard drive or monitor to buy? How do the components fit together? Will the final computer system work flawlessly after you've installed all the parts?

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This web site is meant to help you answer those questions. There are guides on selecting the best computer parts, as well as tutorials on how to install the various components. You'll also find several product reviews covering the latest in computer technology.

It takes time to get understand computers - I've been meddling with computers myself for more than 15 years. But you need to be patient. The key thing is to read, learn and experiment - before long, you'll be building your own computers like the experts!
 


Read these tutorials and start building a computer!

Within the pages of this website, you will learn stuff like:

The Basics of PC Hardware
How to Choose a CPU
How to Choose a Motherboard
How to Buy Computer Memory
How to Choose a PC Case
How to Choose a Monitor
How to Choose a CD, DVD or Hard Drive
How to Choose a Sound Card
How to Choose a Video Card
and much more ...

It seems complicated, but its quite simple once you get into it. Once you've built one computer on your own, you'll want to build more! So read on and learn.


Here's a list of all articles found in this website:
 

General Articles

The basics of personal computer hardware
Information about the basic operation, technology and functionality of personal computer hardware.

How to choose a good CPU for your computer
Learn how to choose a CPU that will work right for your computer system.

A guide to choosing computer motherboards
A list of things to look for when purchasing your next computer motherboard.

How to buy computer memory for your system
This article highlights various things to look for when purchasing your next computer memory upgrade.

A guide to buying computer monitors for displaying graphics
This article describes the the factors to consider when purchasing a computer case.

Some information on choosing a good CD, DVD or hard drive
Learn about the various factors to consider when purchasing a CD, DVD or hard drive.

Selecting and buying a good sound card for audio output
Learn about the factors to consider when purchasing a computer sound card.

A guide to buying a computer video card for displaying graphics
Learn about the factors to consider when purchasing your next computer video card.

PC hardware resources
Other great informational sites on building your own computer.

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A little information about me
Some general information on building computers and my life.

Build-Your-Own-Computers.com Site Map
A site map showing all the articles in Build-Your-Own-Computers.com.


Product Reviews


Top 5 AMD Athlon motherboards
A selection of the top motherboards for AMD Athlon processors.

A review of the Dell Dimension XPS 600 desktop computer
A review of the Dell Dimension XPS 600 desktop computer, a hot seller in the personal computer market.

A review of the EVGA e-GeForce 7800 GTX graphics card
This article features a review of the powerful EVGA e-GeForce 7800 GTX, a high-end graphics processor.

A review of the NEC LCD1770GX monitor
This article prvides a detailed NEC LCD1770GX review. The NEC LCD1770GX is one of the latest computer monitors by the Japanese brand name.

A review of the Acer Ferrari 4000 notebook
A review of the Acer Ferrari 4000, which is a powerhouse of a notebook.


More product reviews ...


Tips and Tricks


Some tips on getting more value out of an old PC
This article discusses what you can do with an old PC other than throwing it away.

A list of tips for keeping your PC in good shape
Learn various tips on how to maintain and optimize your PC so that it is in healthy shape.

A simple guide to setting up your own wireless network
Learn all about wireless networks and how you can set up one of your own.

A list of essential tools you should have when working on a PC
A list of important tools you should have around when building or working on a PC.

Information on selecting and buying computer printers
A brief guide to selecting and buying a good computer printer. Covers both ink jet and laser printers.


More tips and tricks ...



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