Custom Building a Computer and Why You Should [aboutcomputer99.blogspot.com]

Custom Building a Computer and Why You Should [aboutcomputer99.blogspot.com]

My brand new gaming rig. First full build, couple mods. Thinking of putting in blue cold cathodes to light up the case a little more, deciding wether UV or regular would look better COMMENT ON THIS. Really had a great time putting this thing together maybe a little more than i have been with using it. Components: Antec 1200 case EVGA 780i motherboard EVGA GeForce 9800 GTX+ Intel E8500 (oc'd to 3.6 GHz) Zalmans blue cpu fan Western Digital 640 GB HD NZXT sentry temp read out Rosewill 550 watt PSU 4GB GSkills Ram (oc'd to 1066) LG muli function cd/dvd burner/reader Razer Lycosa Keyboard

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Building your own computer comes down to a few factors and I am here to discuss these.

Price

Price is one of the most important mainly because you can set your own budget. Your budget of course will affect the quality of the computer. Saving money and getting what you want. What more could you ask for?

Customization

When you go to a store and buy a pre-built computer, you can't choose what exactly you want. Which this may not be a big deal for general computer buyers but if you are specific and have requirements then custom building is great. You get to choose the exact parts that you want. This way you know what you are getting, where it comes from, and more information on the parts.

Types Of Custom Computers

When I say types I usually categorize them into standard usage, moderate usage, heavy usage. Standard would require the bare minimum specs, usually for a home user just surfing the internet and typing documents. Students usuall y fall into this category as well. Moderate would be a business type of computer needing more space, better programs using more speed, etc. Heavy would be media editing, gaming, etc. This requires lots of memory, bigger hard drivers, good video card, etc.

Coverage

When you buy a computer from a store it is usually a standard 1-2 years of "Limited" coverage. This is great but if something happens to a part, you will have to send it back, wait for them to fix it or send you a refurbished unit. Usually you are pushed back and forth with support lines and it isn't too fun. If you do purchase a store computer I recommend getting an extended warranty so your covered.

When custom building a computer you will have warranties and coverage on each individual part. This may come in handy because you can deal with an individual part and usually have it fixed quicker. Or if you know a part needs to be replaced you can do it yourself.

Software

When you buy a computer in a store it usually has software built in so you don't have to hassle with installing an Operating system and other software. When custom building you will have to purchase the software and operating system that you want. So spending some money on that will increase the cost and take a little more of your time. At least purchasing the operating system you will have the actual cd, instead of a restore CD.

Summary

Custom building is becoming a very popular thing to do. For beginners it may be scary and it was for all of us, believe me. Once you get the feel of having control and knowing each part it is a great thing. So if you want to save money and have what you want then you should definitely custom build a computer.

I have the step by step guides for each component on Tech Slip. Enjoy and good luck!

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Question by : Does The Operating System You Put On Your Custom Build Computer Effect Your Computers Performance? I want to know if it would make a difference on my computer's speed if I got Windows 7 Home Premium instead of Windows 7 Ultimate. Also what is the difference between these two? I'm also planning of installing the 64-bit because I heard it has less problems than 32-bit. Thanks! Best answer for Does The Operating System You Put On Your Custom Build Computer Effect Your Computers Performance?:

Answer by BlkHeartWolf
64 bit Ultimate is not needed really but PRO is a good way to go. I could copy the difference or link things but hey do the pro and enjoy

Answer by Rocky
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/products/compare?T1=tab01 http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/32-bit-and-64-bit-Windows-frequently-asked-questions surely the performance ill differ...

Answer by Adrian Raciti
install a 32bit o.s as its hard to get programs compatible with 64bit. and I run windows 7 gamer 64bit dualboot with windows 8 .plus it also depends on your processor and ram of your computer.

Answer by upyr1
Yes- The 32bit's minium memory is 1GB of ram but it can't use more than 4 GB of ram the 64 bit's minium is 2 GB of ram the most ram the home version can use is 16GB So if you have Skyrim on your machine- which requires 2gb of ram 4 recomended. In a 32 bit system with 4 GB the game gets 2 or so the OS gets 1 leaving you with 1GB to run things like your antivirus in a 64 bit system with 6GB of ram your system takes up 2- the game takes up two and you have 2 gigs free to run other things. edit windows home 64 bit can't use more than 16 and lacks in compatability.

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