build information

[redvette]

Hi good people.

Is there such a site that would have good information as to what goes with what, that would help people that are putting together a new computer. Such as what CPU will go with what ever MOBO, and so on. I know there are a lot of different combinations out there but a site or what ever that would give you a basic idea, of some fundamental combinations. I know you can Google it and get a little info this way, but possible a site that is strictly for building a computer.

Thanx and take care.....Gunny

[TwoRails]

What wrong with using PC Mechanic to fill the answer?

[redvette]

Hi Two Rails

Hey I do this all the time, but I was thinking I might save PCmech a little time and effort at this because you all have enough on your pltaes answering all the questions as it is. I just thought there was a site that had this info.

I am sure if every one posted in here with simple things like I am asking about, this site would be so over loaded, it would take twice the smart people then there is now to keep up with it.

Thanx and take care......Gunny

[freakitchen]

Gunny, there are quite a few sites out there dedicated to the mechanics of building a computer. As are there websites that test and review the latest pieces of hardware, providing benchmarks through which shoppers can make an informed choice and keep up to date with 'what's hot'.

And yet when it comes to tailoring a whole system or an upgrade to an individual person's needs, for me, you can't beat asking a real person, and that's why forums work for the type of use you describe, and not tailor-made websites. I'd imagine that a website would just about be able to keep up with suggestions for a 'budget', a 'mid-range' and a 'powerhouse' system, but that's probably the extent of it, simply because of how fast the market moves.

So the short answer is, don't worry about asking for help! You CAN do some research yourself, of course. Using a site like Tom's Hardware, for example, you can find a motherboard with the features you want, then head over to the manufacturer's website to determine what processors are compatible with it.