Guides

In-depth guides to help make decisions, educate, and better equip visitors with the knowledge to build their own computers or make a good purchase decision for parts and pre-built computers.

Start building a computer

Start building a computer

When you build your own computer, you need to start someplace. I like to call it the “base”. Just as a structure needs a strong foundation to make it last, when you start building a computer you should be thinking about your needs and what foundation will make it happen – and what will make it last.

Computer parts

The Best Computer Parts List

Every computer consists of a standard list of parts. Even your smartphone requires certain parts to be present to work as the mini-computer that it is.

The following will provide you with a parts list to build a PC, as well as addition items and accessories you might want to consider for your build.

Keep in mind these parts are not to view, hear or see what our computer is doing, but rather the necessary pieces to build a complete, but basic working computer.

Making the best computer purchase decision

Making the Best Computer Purchase Decision

So you are ready to make a decision about purchasing your next computer. Making the best computer purchase decision should not be considered an easy task for most people, but many take it for granted. Hey, it’s just a computer, what’s the big deal?

Hopefully you will make a conscious thought about it and not just go out on a buying binge with a thousand bucks in your pocket.

Knowing your computer needs

Know what you need from your computer

You’re probably wondering what we mean by that statement – know what you need from your computer. It’s simple really. In other words, what will you be doing with your PC?
The more you know what purpose your computer will serve, the closer you are to getting a PC build that suits your needs. Be honest with yourself and your requirements for the job.