Computers are some of the most expensive technology found in the average person's home. Thanks to high-end components and advanced cooling systems, even a budget of $2,000 might not be able to cover ...

My 2003 computer was built for me. My 2006 computer was built for me, and my 2009 computer was built for me. I did make a replacement Linux box out of new parts in 2008 or so, but mostly, I've washed ...

Brendan is a freelance writer and content creator from Portland, OR. He covers tech and gaming for Lifehacker, and has also written for Digital Trends, EGM, Business Insider, IGN, and more. The ...

As fun as building your own PC can be, it’s not always the right call. A pre-built can end up the more fitting choice—as my colleague Ashley Biancuzzo rightly pointed out. Pre-built computers have ...

Upgrading a pre-built PC sounds like a practical way to extend a computer's lifespan and enhance its performance. At first glance, it seems like it would be an easier undertaking than building a PC ...