Building A Computer

Computer CaseHolds all the components of the computer

inside. Usually has built in fans that provide cooling

to the computer.

MotherboardConnects all the components of the computer.Provides electrical connection to other

computer components, so they can communicate amongst each other.

Video CardSome motherboards come with build it video

cards (like ours)The video card is what displays imagesThe video card market is basically run by

NVIDIA and ATIAlmost all of today's video card’s use the PCI

express motherboard interface.

CPUCPU stands for Central Processing UnitCarries out most of the computers functionsSometimes can be refereed to as the “brain”

or “heart” of the computer. Best known brands are AMD and Intel.

Hard DriveStores the computers data in one place. Can be “partitioned” to make use of it in a

better way. Splits the hard drive in pieces, so you can store

things in a better way, and safer.Reads and writes information.

DVD DriveOnly Input For optical Disk in a computer.Plays music, video, and data disks.Uses optical technology.

Memory (RAM)Where computer stores temporary data.Usually the more RAM, means data can be

processed faster.

Operating SystemIt is the part of the computer that the user

uses to run a program.There are many different types of operating

systems. There is Windows, Apple, and Linux.

Other hardwareSome hardware is not always necessary as it

comes built into the motherboard, or is not needed.One example is a sound card; they usually

come built into your motherboard.

Built VS BoughtWhen you build your own computer you will

save money. When you buy a computer built from a store

you spend more money, usually for the brand. It is possible to build a computer for around

$400, and match computers that cost a lot more when purchased from a store. Basically, if you have the know how to built

your own computer, you can save a lot of money.

The buildIt took us approximately 30-50 minutes to

build the computer, and some more to install the drivers and windows.

We were given $200 credit from NEIU to use at Best Buy, and we added about $100 more to finish it. Had we been given the $200 to spend online it

could have saved us quite a bit of money.

YouTube Videohttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zs1tv0S0A

BQ

QuestionsWhat do you think the reason is that so many

people just pay more and buy a computer that is already built?

Would you build your own next time, after you saw how EASY it is?

ReferenceThe whole project was done from memory,

and we knew it. However, we planned to use this website if we got stuck

http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/how-to-tech/build-a-computer.htm

Field TripWe went to Micro Center and Tiger Direct to

purchase the parts we needed to finish the build.

Both are large stores with everything you need to build your own computer

The EndGeio

May He Rest In Piece

Leopoldo MartinezVladimir MitrovicChuck (Norris) Brian