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How to use a Pinout Diagram

Alex shows you what a pinout diagram is and how to use one.

How To Write a Modding Project Log

It sounds simple; it actually is!

How To Machine a Distro Plate

Alex gets into the nitty-gritty of how to machine a water-cooling distro plate yourself.

How to use a Pinout Diagram

Alex shows you what a pinout diagram is and how to use one.

February 12, 2021 | 19:00

How To Write a Modding Project Log

It sounds simple; it actually is!

September 3, 2019 | 16:30

How To Machine a Distro Plate

Alex gets into the nitty-gritty of how to machine a water-cooling distro plate yourself.

July 19, 2019 | 17:30

PC Hardware Buyer's Guide October 2010

Our monthly PC building guide to getting the best components for your PC, whatever your budget.

October 7, 2010 | 07:29

PC Hardware Buyer's Guide September 2010

Our monthly PC building guide to getting the best components for your PC, whatever your budget.

September 7, 2010 | 08:48

PC Hardware Buyer's Guide August 2010

Our monthly PC building guide to getting the best components for your PC, whatever your budget.

August 9, 2010 | 09:26

Can we build a real high-tech hero?

Superheroes use high-tech gadgets to save the world. Could a billionaire do the same with real tech?

July 16, 2010 | 07:55

PC Hardware Buyer's Guide July 2010

Our monthly PC building guide to getting the best components for your PC, whatever your budget.

July 13, 2010 | 08:47

Fun With Lego

Some of best Lego toys and models, and a guide to how to make your own Lego USB drive.

July 8, 2010 | 11:13

Nerf Gun Modding

Modding isn't just for PCs! Check out some of these excellent mods, plus how to tweak your own gun.

June 30, 2010 | 09:43

PC Hardware Buyer's Guide May 2010

Our monthly PC building guide to getting the best components for your PC, whatever your budget.

May 7, 2010 | 09:18

PC Hardware Buyer's Guide - April 2010

Our monthly PC building advice shows you how to spec up a PC that'll give you the best performance for whatever budget you have. Read on to see how Nvidia's GTX 470 and GTX 480 has changed things, and what's the best hardware to buy at the moment.

April 13, 2010 | 08:40

PC Hardware Buyer's Guide - March 2010

For our March 2010 PC Hardware Buyers Guide we've seen a few subtle changes in among our recommendations, but most notably we've had to accommodate price fluctuations in places. How has this changed our five PCs? Check in to find out.

March 9, 2010 | 11:27

How To Make Your Own Watercooling Reservoir

Gary Voigt, esteemed maker of the Art Deco Zenith 5-s-29 Radio Case Mod, takes us step-by-step through how he hand-crafted his very own watercooling reservoir.

February 28, 2010 | 10:54

How To Take Better Photographs Of Your Mod

You might be a Dremel daemon or jigsaw juggernaut but if your project log is filled with dark, blurry photos, you're not doing your PC the justice it deserves. Here are some tips and tricks to make your project log sparkle.

February 15, 2010 | 08:19

What Hardware Should I Buy? - February 2010

The new year is well under way and for Feb we've re-evaluated our choices again having looked at H55 and H57 motherboards, new coolers and cases, and ATI budget graphics cards. Has it all made a difference? Check in to find out.

February 3, 2010 | 11:12

What Hardware Should I Buy? - January 2010

This month we've got Intel's new CPUs and other nifty bits of hardware weighing in from CES. Has it made a change to our recommendations? Read on to find out!

January 11, 2010 | 09:26

How to Build a DVD Server

Andy decided that forking out tens of thousands for an expensive 'Kaleidoscape' server was simply crackers. So, like any good modder, he built one himself, for less. In this article, he guides us through how you can make your own: from hardware to software.

December 30, 2009 | 10:25

A PC in a Christmas Tree

Once upon a Christmas, a long time ago, merry modder Josh Blodwell made Project Christmas Tree, easily the most festive computer ever manufactured. Join us as we head down memory lane to celebrate Christmas as only a modder can.

December 15, 2009 | 08:02

What Hardware Should I Buy? - Nov 2009

Another month and another set of hardware recommendations fresh from our labs. Has AMD's latest CPUs or Kingston's SSDs made a difference? What about memory price increases? Read on to find out!

November 10, 2009 | 09:48

What Hardware Should I Buy? - October 2009

Another month and another set of hardware recommendations fresh from our labs. Has the Radeon HD 5870 scored a solid place and what about the latest motherboards and hard drives? Take a look to find out!

October 8, 2009 | 09:31

What Hardware Should I Buy? - Sept 2009

What difference will the new Core i5 processor and LGA1156 motherboards make to our hardware recommendations this month? Find out the answers to this, and all other hardware upgrade questions in this month's Hardware Buyer's Guide!

September 15, 2009 | 10:15

What Hardware Should I Buy? - August 2009

Packed with four PCs and a new Folding rig, this month's PC hardware buyer's guide is leaner, meaner and gets straight to the point! Check out our recommendations and be sure to tell us what you think are currently the best buys in our forums.

August 11, 2009 | 10:56

How to reuse an old waterblock

Waterblocks don't date as quickly as other components, but if you upgrade your motherboard or graphics card you may find your trusty old block isn't compatible with your new kit. In this guide we show you how to make a new clamp for an old waterblock so you can use it with new components.

July 11, 2009 | 11:01

What Hardware Should I Buy? - July 2009

Another month and another four systems, as we delve into online stores to seek out the bargains to decide which setups, for a range of budgets, are the best your money can buy.

July 8, 2009 | 12:07

What Hardware Should I Buy? - May 2009

At bit-tech, it's always time for a PC upgrade and we're here once again to help with our comprehensive buyer's guide. With hardware recommendations to suit any budget, if you're looking at improving your system, or building one from scratch, this is the place to start.

May 6, 2009 | 11:45