Build a better PC

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High-street shops and computer retailers may have great deals on the latest PCs, but they can’t sell you the best computer you’ll ever own: the one you build yourself. When you decide to choose the PC’s components yourself, you’re making sure that you get exactly the PC you need to do exactly the job you want it to.

Building a PC from scratch is a great learning process. By the time you’ve finished, you’ll know everything about how a PC is put together. Should you have a problem in the future, this in-depth knowledge will be invaluable, as you’ll know exactly how to take your computer apart, and put it back together again.

Finally, many people believe that building your own PC isn’t the cost-saving exersice that it once was. While PCs from manufacturers may be cheaper overall, however, they generally come with lower-quality components. Pick the best kit yourself and, pound for pound, you’ll end up with a better value computer.

In this guide – FREE with a 3 issue for £1 trial to Computer Shopper magazine – you’ll find everything you’ll need to know about building a PC, from choosing the right components and operating system to fitting everything inside the case. Essential skills and troubleshooting information will help make sure that you build goes smoothly. We’ve also included a bonus project, where you can learn how to build a power-efficient, environmentally friendly PC.

And of course, you’ll also get the enormous satisfaction that comes from building your own PC.