Build Your Own PC

This manual covers the construction of a PC, either from scratch, or following the more common method of buying a low-cost machine and improving it as required. Another route which is now common is to buy a machine that has been discarded by a government or corporate user simply because it is not the most recent model. These machines can be found at auctions or sales, often at very low prices. The aim of this book is to provide information for anyone taking any of these routes. Designed to be used by newcomers and experienced users alike, either in computing or electronics, the book also serves as a useful reference text for users of all machines that can be described as generic (those very closely compatible with the IBM AT design). It should appeal to electronics hobbyists, computer enthusiasts, PC kit builders and students.