Build your own Steam Box
Valve might not be making its own console but Ben Hallett decided to build his own anyway
PC Hardware Buyer's Guide July 2011
Our monthly guide to getting the best components for your PC build, whatever your budget.
PC Hardware Buyer's Guide May 2011
Our monthly guide to getting the best components for your PC build, whatever your budget.
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
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
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
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
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
What Hardware Should I Buy? - April 2009
We've completely rejigged the buyers guide for April - now we have four recommended builds instead of just three. Take a look at our recommendations for the Affordable All-Rounder, Enthusiast Overclocker, Gaming Workhorse and Premium Player to if you're in the mood for a new build!
April 4, 2009 | 11:59
What Hardware Should I Buy? - March 2009
What changed for March? Take a look at our recommendations for building a budget, premium and ultimate system if you're in the market for a new PC. We provide a breakdown of first choice and alternatives to help balance and sift out the best products at your fingertips.
March 3, 2009 | 11:16
What Hardware Should I Buy? - Feb 2009
We're back once again with our monthly bit-tech buyer's guide, helping to make it easier to pick out that ideal upgrade and take the stress out of system building. With recommendations to suit any budget, from the the cost effective to the wallet melting, you'd be mad to buy hardware without it!
February 3, 2009 | 14:05
Mod of the Month November 2020 in Association with Corsair
December 11 2020 | 17:30
