Learn the tips and tricks for doing it yourself when it comes to technology and computing, including building computers, hacking your components, or installing hardware and software.
Ask Loyd—5 Questions You're Afraid to Ask
Should you upgrade or start over? Can a virus spread beyond your hard drive. All this and more tech questions tackled by our very own Loyd Case.
The $800 Killer Gaming PC
This year's edition of the $800 gaming rig is an order of magnitude leap over last year's edition. Gaming on an $800 PC now needs few compromises.
Build a $500 Gaming PC
Can you build a $500 PC that plays modern PC games at acceptable frame rates? Yes, and we show you how.
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ExtremeTech Podcast June 1, 2009
Windows 7 RC Tips, OC Radeon 4890s, Vista SP2 Solution, New AMD CPUs, and More.
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Moving On to Windows 7
Windows Vista had problems with in-place upgrades and Windows Easy Transfer. Is moving from XP to Windows 7 going to be any smoother?
Windows 7 Computer Build Part 3: Installing Storage
Next up in my system building series is storage. Installing hard drives and optical drives isn't always as easy as it could be.
Windows 7 Computer Build, Part 2: Prepping the Case
The Antec P193 is a nice case, but still could use a little tweaking. So we rip out the fans, install new ones and plop in the power supply.
OCZ Neutrino "DIY" Netbook Reviewed
OCZ bills its Neutrino netbook as a do-it-yourself product. But is it truly a DIY project? Yes, but only in the loosest sense.
How To Upgrade Your Laptop Hard Drive
Running out of space? Drive access too slow? Follow our step-by-step guide to replacing your laptop's hard drive.
Loyd's Windows 7 Big Rig, Part I
ET editor Loyd Case sets out to build a Windows 7 system. As with all his own systems, the situation escalates.
Going Green--One Step at a Time
Gordon Hudson tells his tale about how he cut his energy usage by over 50%, without solar tech or other new technology—just a little clever analysis and engineering.
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