How to build your own computer

Build your computer from individual parts will begin with getting a motherboard, RAM, CPU and hard disk.

The motherboard is the part of every computer that connects the CPU is actually what makes your computer a computer, RAM is where you work on your computer does everything, and the hard disk where data is stored. You also need a video card, and will be a network interface card (or a wireless network adapter) will, and if you need a sound cardhas no sound onboard the motherboard. You also need a monitor, keyboard and mouse, and if you want a case for it and some fans. Suppose we have all the parts, and were smart enough to make a bundle to buy a place like NewEgg.com, where someone else has chosen the RAM CPU and motherboard, so all work together. (For computers that are "last generation" stuff, this is often a good way to get a really cheap computer for a small sum of money.)
OK,you go to a screwdriver, a need for good light and a magnifying glass does not hurt. Following the instructions for your case and motherboard, install the motherboard into the case. Connect the power supply wires to the motherboard, and attach all connections to the front plate and back plate. Power up - there are LEDs that light up, if not, you may need to talk to whoever sold you the motherboard.

Now, power down again. Set your CPUin the CPU socket, it can be difficult - but not forced. Everything should line up and you will get in. Now, practice the heatsink / fan on the motherboard, then remove it, apply some 'thermal grease on top of the CPU tries to put on a uniform and put on the heatsink. Usually there is a spring tension locking lever to keep using it. The main cause of death, forcing the CPU and motherboards in the first motherboardfolder and a pen, and tries to run without the cooling block.


Once the CPU, put the RAM in the slots, and connect the hard drives. Make sure when you buy the hard disks that use the same connectors on the motherboard (which is why we take the motherboard and work our way out). SATA hard drives are faster, bigger and easier to find than the old IDE. SATA vs IDE is a good reason to choose a hard disk onothers. Most hard drive bays are lives in media so you can mount the hard drives there. If your hard drives are equipped with fans, the fans are connected. Hard drives can be very hot, and it is not good for them.
Now, put the video card, the monitor, and switch - you should do a test "POST", identifying the CPU and how much RAM you have, and with luck, will tell you that found hard disk drives. Otherwise, you may need to lookthe motherboard manual again and play with some jumpers.
Finally, close all other parts where they should go, including the CD-ROM. You need the CD-ROM to install Windows or Ubuntu Linux. Leave the case open while installing the operating system, just in case something needs to be adjusted.

Computer Microprocessors - Intel vs AMD

Intel vs AMD

Anyone who has been remotely associated with a computer has heard of Intel, regardless of whether he knows even the basic facets of a microprocessor.
Now, geeks of course, will cry foul if we leave AMD(Advanced Micro Devices) out, but the fact remains that Intel is still light years ahead of AMD when we talk about publicity – globally that is.

By Jolly, isn’t Intel ahead of AMD?

Talking about computing, is a different story altogether. For a long time, AMD had been nibbling away at Intel’s empire, falling short of the big brother’s powerhouses.
That was until it launched the AMD Athlon64 microprocessors which had almost got Intel by the throat.

Intel had been the industry leader in micro-processors till then with its forte being the performance of its Pentium Series.
During those times, Intel embarked on the Netburst architecture as its future plan for the next ten years (in 2000). And AMD concentrated on building 64-bit architecture and dual core processing as its objective.

Pretty soon, Intel realized that the Netburst line was not going the right way and cut short the plan to three years. But, by then, AMD was already ahead and going on, with its plans for launching the Athlon64. and then the dual-core version (Opteron) of the same in April 2005.

Most industry experts would agree that the AMD Athlon64 was probably the best micro-processor at that time for desktop PCs, outrunning the Intel Pentium D processor across all platforms. And along with it, came the accusations of poor quality of processors from Intel and for building sub-standard stuff.

All that and much more changed with the arrival of the Intel Core 2 Duo. Code-named Conroe, independent analysts agreed that this processor was one of the finest pieces of silicon ever manufactured, going over close to 20% of performance hike over its AMD counterparts. Close on the heels of the dual-core processor, came the Quad-core line from Intel, bolstering its stand.

All said and done, one would say that if you are looking for the best chip for your computer, look no further than Intel (That is for now, of course).

If you think that the battle between Intel and AMD hinges purely on the performance of their micro-processors, then you are wrong. Both parties have a history of litigation against each other, about broken agreements, copyright infringement (by Intel over its MMX series) and AMD complaining of arm-twisting by Intel for stopping its entry into global markets.
However, AMD has already proved itself and made sure that Intel stays on its toes and delivers in the micro-processor market.