Today, there are many different ways to build a desktop computer form all kinds of parts. The first – most recent – thing that comes to mind is the amazing advance of smartphone technology, which may already replace a computer used for home or office work. You can buy a relatively simple 200 USD...
At the beginning of the personal computer era, there were major compatibility issues, because most manufacturers wanted their own hardware components and software for their computers. This dark period came almost completely to an end in 2006-2007, when the last major computer manufacturer (Apple) adopted 99%...
Before you choose to build a computer from second hand parts, you my want to consider the facts about older and recently released computer hardware. The personal computer – as we know it today – has at least three parts that you do not want to buy used. You don't want to buy a second hand...
Old computers usually aren't worth fixing if a major part breaks, as most new low-end parts (or set of parts) are at about the same price, but offer much more features and better compatibility with the latest software.
Today (2011) I would draw the line at AM2+ / LGA775 platforms, DDR2 memory and...
The HP Pavilion 513c desktop computers were released a long time ago, when AGP slots offered the best solution for video cards. Unfortunately these HP desktops are not equipped with such slots, even though there's no technical reason for its absence. The chassis of the HP Pavilion 513c desktop computer...
