January 31st, 2008
Building A Computer - Six Things You Ought To Know
Here’s a list of things everybody should know before they start to build a computer, but often wind up learning the hard way.
Number 1: Learn how to add up the voltage requirements for all the components that go in your PC. It’s the only way to make sure your computer’s power supply will be big enough. There are some websites that can help you with this. As a start, consider this: a top end CPU will require 65 to 100 watts all by itself. A “hot” graphics card needs nearly as much. Remember, an undersized power supply can mean a smoked PC!
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“Computer Secrets Unleashed!”, I cover many ways to speed up your computer. However, if I had to pick just one thing, I would say “The single easiest and most cost-effective thing you can do to speed up your computer is to ensure it has adequate RAM.”