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Building a Budget PC

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Overview

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Explore the process of assembling a cost-effective desktop computer centered around a dual-core 2.4GHz G530 Intel Celeron processor. Learn step-by-step instructions for installing the processor, assembling components in the case, fitting drives, and completing the first boot. Gain insights into budget-friendly PC building with a total cost of approximately $270 US / £200 UK (as of November 2012), excluding the monitor. Access a comprehensive parts list for reference and follow along with this informative 21-minute guide to constructing your own affordable computer system.

Syllabus

Building a Budget PC
Installing the Processor
Assembly in the Case
Fitting Drives
First Boot!

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    Hunzla Abid
    Good corse including everything step by step but little too old I seen this in 2025 here is the summary first you need to unboxing then open case and put motherboard including cpu then you need to add heat sink and also power supply and ram hdd and cd drive

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