Building Cheap Computers in 3 Easy Steps
Just a decade ago, the only people who put computers together
were those individuals who possessed an extensive technical
background. Advancements in technology have eliminated some of
the complexities in how computers work. This change has resulted
in average people who have a basic understanding of computers
being able to build a system themselves. Whether you are
interested in building computers to establish a new hobby or to
start a business, you can so in only a few easy steps and on a
shoestring budget.
The first step in building cheap computers is to determine the
route you want to use to build systems. You basically have three
choices when considering building cheap computers: build a
system from scratch, expand on a bare bones computer, or upgrade
an existing system. Building a system from scratch can be a
rewarding experience. However, it is not for everyone. If you
are impatient or are intimidated by mechanical tools, you are
better to choose one of the other two options.
Regardless of the method you choose, you will follow three basic
steps:
1. Plan 2. Assemble 3. Test
The planning phase of your project involves determining the
specifications for the computer you want to build. Once you know
this information you can start shopping for parts that meet
those specifications. Your main considerations should be
hard-disk, memory, and CPU (central processing unit). The
harddrive is important because it determines how much
information you are able to store on the computer. While you
could build a computer with a harddrive smaller than 2 GB
(gigabytes), it is not recommended.
The harddrive and memory work together. The amount of memory you
place in your computer will directly affect how the system is
able to complete the different processes that you request when
using the system. If you have no idea what size hard-drive and
the amount of memory you need, you should consider the type of
operating system you intend to load on the system. You can
consult the manufacturer of your hard-drive or review the
information on Cheap-Computer-Guy.com, which features a list of
minimum harddrive and memory requirements for various operating
systems, and use this information as a guide.
The equipment presented in this article includes the basics of a
computer system. Of course, nowadays people want far more than
the basics and you undoubtedly feel the same way. There are
optional components available that you may want to add to your
systems, which include CD or DVD drives, a modem or other
communication component for Internet connectivity, or a video
graphics card.
Once you have decided on the specifications of the computer you
want to build, you are ready to assemble the system. In addition
to detailed information about the parts you will need to build
your computer, cheap-computer-guy.com includes step-by-step
instructions for assembling a cheap do-it-yourself computer.
When you have finished assembling the computer, you will then
need to test to make sure that the system boots and that all
components are functioning properly. Once you have completed all
these tests you will have built your own cheap computer.