Building a Computer Step 2: Putting it Together

This is the second step in my mini-series on How to Build a Computer. In this video I talk about the basic steps of putting the parts together, the simple tools you need and give you a good foundation on where and how to start assembling your rig. Although I still highly suggest you go through and read the manuals for specific instructions and details on your items. If you haven’t already here is my previous article How to Build a Computer: The Plan. There I talk about and explain the process of planning and picking out your components and what to look for. Tools needed for assembly: a phillips screwdriver grounding/static strap zip ties a work space lots of patience Any questions or suggestions please drop me a comment. Any and all criticism is welcomed. Video Note: I really wanted to avoid splitting my video like my previous entry.

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How To Build a Computer: The Plan

So with Starcraft 2 release just around the corner I felt the incredible urge to build a whole new rig for myself in this momentous occasion. Why build a computer? Well lots of reasons, it’s easier to upgrade a custom built computer, which beats buying a new rig every couple years. Your computer will be much faster than a low end Dell, HP, or Gateway because you’ll be picking the components. Rather than Dell using cheap OEM components to keep the price down. You’ll also know where your money is going and able to get a bigger bang for your buck. Dolla Dolla Bills Y’all First thing before you even start thinking about your components is your budget. How much are you willing to spend? It is completely possible to spend less than $1000 and have a pretty fast and powerful computer. Just keep in mind that if you want

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DS for mommy, V.Smile for kiddy ^_^

Through trial and error over the last 3 years I have learned to venture out and look to alternatives to avoid giving my son my expensive toys. If you are parent, even new parents, when it comes to your toys and electronics you always say, “No my kids are not allowed to touch this.” You can make rules for the kiddos for them to be careful and take care of the expensive goods. Well guess what? Those kids will break you down. They will touch your PS3, they will take over your computer to surf PopTropica, and eventually they will break your DS. Not only will you be heart broken, but your pocket book will be crying too. With this video my son helps me present his personal hand held games and my alternative to better educational games for kids ages 3-8. Nyx also gives his short, really short, opinions

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How To: Make a Patch Cable

Ever broken the connector on your Ethernet cable? Can’t find the right length patch cable or just wondering how to make your own? Look no further I have your answers. I haven’t had too much time to test out any new games or even old ones lately, so I thought, why not teach you how to make a patch cable? In this video you’ll learn the basics of networking 101, how to make a patch cable – also known as a straight through cable. These cables are used for practically all home network cabling: from your cable modem to your router, your router to the PC, PS3, Xbox and Wii. In some cases with one extra piece of equipment hosting LAN parties too. I have always preferred making my own because we run our own Ethernet cables through the house and I really hate running cables on the floor or

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Guest Video Review: Dante’s Inferno (PS3)

Killing time while waiting for God of War 3 to release? Itching to feed your hack and slash needs? Maybe tired of the FPS right now? Might I suggest picking up Dante’s Inferno, ASAP! Developer: Visceral Games Genre: Action, Horror ESRB: M (17+) Number of players: 1 Publisher: Electronic Arts Release Date: February 9th, 2010 BUY Killing time while waiting for God of War 3 to release? Itching to feed your hack and slash needs? Maybe tired of the FPS right now? Might I suggest picking up Dante’s Inferno, ASAP! Dante’s Inferno is loosely based on 14th century Dante Alighieri’s poem Divine Comedy. You take control of Dante as he returns home to discover that his father and fiance are brutally murdered. There he  sees the soul of his fiance, Beatrice, be taken down into the depths of Hell by Lucifer. In an attempt to free Beatrice’s soul he chases

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MissDJM takes on Army of Two 40th Day

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner guys and dolls. Looking for a game to play with the boyfriend? Girlfriend? Or single and need to kick back with the friends? Then check out my review of The 40th Day. This is EA’s second installment and it doesn’t disappoint. Included is in-game game clips, my personal opinion/review and other suggested titles to play this Valentine’s Day. FYI: My boyfriend is the upper screen and I’m the lower screen.

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Meet GamingAngels’ MissDJM

Hi everyone! I’d like you all to meet GamingAngels member MissDJM. She’s a gamer mom living in Hawaii, running her family, working and trying to get in some game time on her own. This will be a new bi-weekly feature on GamingAngels where MissDJM will review products and talk about what life is like being a mommy blogger. I love that she gives advice in the first video! Please send us any suggestions about this feature and enjoy the video! Thank you MissDJM! Can’t wait for your next video! xoxo Trina ^_^

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