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AMD lovers, we hear ya. After building a killer Intel-based Windows 8.1 PC for $1000, we’re starting with a cheaper, more powerful AMD CPU this time around. And we won’t just walk you through the ...

I’ve built hundreds of PCs, but despite so much time with empty hardware boxes and a screwdriver, I still make boneheaded mistakes. Between rushing, ignoring critical steps in the build process, and ...

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