PC Modding For Dummies
by Joel Durham Jr.
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Author: Joel Durham Jr.Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-02-04
ISBN: 0764575767
Number of pages: 384
Publisher: For Dummies
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Book Review: Works for me
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm pretty well versed in the basics of computer hardware, especially as it relates to games. I've done several motherboard and memory upgrades and a lot of video-card and hard-drive/CD-ROM drive swaps. But the really serious mods -- the windows and lights and bells and whistles -- always seemed a little beyond me.
I always thought it would be cool to have a slick-looking, modded-up PC, but I wasn't sure I could handle the work, and I didn't really want to buy a ready-made one from the handful of companies that make them (and know it was really just like a thousand others out there). I was also afraid it'd end up being too expensive to justify.
But this book convinced me I could do it, and without breaking the bank. I even used the book to convince a couple of friends to go in with me on the tools and materials, so we can share the costs. We figure if a "Dummy" can do it, then we can.
Great stuff. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking to do their own custom mods.
Summary of PC Modding For Dummies
Here's your ticket to the high-octane world of modding!Supercharge your PC, add windows and fans, try a new paint job, and more!
Why should something as cool as your computer look and act like a staid, sand-colored sedan? With this book and a few basic tools, you can perform the ultimate computer makeover. Kick performance into high gear, discover overclocking, add bells and whistles, toss in some blowholes and awesome lighting effects, and go PC cruisin'!
Discover how to:
* Optimize your computer's BIOS
* Overclock your system
* Choose and install a graphics card
* Keep souped-up parts cool
* Cut a window in the case
* Add a lighted fan
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