vcb

The virtual computer build is a virtual lab in which an "ideal computer" is built. The sites PCPartPicker and Newegg were used to complete the project, as both sites offer a compendium of available parts necessary to build a complete computer.

Lessons learned: While I already knew that budget was important to me, I learned that aesthetic sometimes trumps that value, as was the case with my keyboard and tower choices. More relevantly, I learned the anatomy of a computer. Before this build, I could not have told you what ran my computer, nor how much it would cost to build one. Building a computer is much more expensive than I previously thought, but certain individual parts, such as a keyboard and tower that can be programmed to light up with certain colors, are cheaper than I expected. While I will not be building my own computer from scratch anytime soon, I may consider upgrading my old desktop to better fit my current needs and aesthetics.