| Think
of it. If
boys absolutely love it when their wheels get to have its own
bling-blings, whatever would prevent them from doing the same
thing with their computers?
Maybe it’s out of
boredom and a simple need for change and/or evolution but more
and more computer enthusiasts discover a passion for upgrading
and modifying their CPUs not only to make it run better but
also look better!
If you want the same
thing to happen with your computer, do read on to find out how.
The first step always
requires you to base all your future decisions on the primary
purpose that your computer would serve. You’ll know why later
on. But for now, do decide whether you want your newer computer
to be used for word processing only, for hardcore gaming or
for heavy software programs like AUTOCAD or even video editing.
The next step to
take is what casing you’ll be using for your new computer. In
the past, you’ll only have two choices to choose from: the normal
ATX casing and the micro ATX casing which is basically a smaller
version of the former. But there’s a new kid in the block now,
more compact, sleeker looking, more feature-packed and definitely
more expensive: barebones. These computer casings come with
their own motherboards already so at least that’s one worry
off your shoulder.
Before you proceed
with your choice, make sure that you have a general idea at
least of what you want your new CPU to look like at the end.
Just browse around the Internet for photos and samples if you
find yourself a bit short on the creativity side.
The third step is
to ensure that everything inside would look as beautiful as
the outside. Besides making sure that the video card, motherboard,
processor and hard disk work well together and that overall,
it makes the computer run the way you imagined to be, you also
have to make sure that the inside of the CPU is organized.
This simply means
that all wires are bunched together neatly (it’s better if you
can make them invisible or unnoticeable) and everything are
at least color-coordinated. That means making sure even the
fans match the overall look of your CPU.
Lastly, we come to
the monitor, optical drives and other add-ons. It’s always good
if you go for a DVD burner because it can do everything that
a CD writer can do and more. For the monitor, it’s always better
– even for the eyesight – to purchase an LCD monitor. And for
other add-ons, just make sure that you have an adequate number
of USB ports. |
