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custom built computer forum??????

i been planing this for a long time but never get the chance to actually done it because i doubt myself, to built computer of my own (assemble it). so now am on a quest to learn as much as i can about the hardware and their aspect of it to prepare myself. you got to admitt that spending 700-1000 is a pretty big buck, and not guarantteeing that it will work is a big let down, and a waste of time... so is there a forum out there or a comunity where they dicuss, and debate on computer hardware that u know of... computer gaming is what am aiming for... greatly appreciated,

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check out hardware reviews and specs on newegg.com ... check out computer shopper magazine they usually have builds ... and this forum has a ton of info and u could ask questions http://www.diy-street.com/forum/index.php .
http://www.tomshardware.com has some great info, both reviews of sites, and some building assistance. I built my computer last christmas for $1019, buying everything from http://www.newegg.com , so make sure you check there for parts prices. They also have great reviews. Bottom line, make sure your different parts are compatible and the fastest/most stable you can afford, and then read the manuals to ensure you assemble them correctly. Instructions for building a computer will obviously depend on the exact parts you purchase, but you can get great info about the basics from the google search below..... http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=build+your+own+computer+forum
http://www.maximumpc.com/forums/index.php
This is a great site to get info on building your system. http://www.maximumpc.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=64531
make sure you have a dual core processor (intel*) 200GB+ Hard drive 2GB+ RAM ATI or NVidia video card that is at least $125+ total-mabe $900-1200
tech-forums.net is a great forum, I've been a member there for a while, but don't remember my user name. I haven't posted in probably a year.