Every fully-functioning computer is made of the same basic components, and in this section, we’ll walk through the basic hardware you’ll need for your first build.

This week we ran through the basic steps of building your first computer, but there’s a lot more info out there. Here’s some more reading that we reco ...

You don't need a four-digit budget to build a PC that handles basic tasks.

The final part of CNET's guide to building your own computer will walk you through the entire process from connecting your first wire to installing the operating system.

How to build a $100 productivity PC with a Raspberry Pi 4 This basic computer comes together fast and costs very little.

Retro computing lets you get to grips with technology's history, showing how far modern computers have come. Here's how to build your own working Apple I replica.

How to Build a Custom Computer Desk With Ikea Cabinets and Plywood Our simple method produces a gigantic, cool-looking work surface with a mid-century influence.