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PC Building Best Practices: Hardware Building a PC can be a frustrating endeavor. In the first installment of a two-part series on PC building best practices, we outline hardware-related pitfalls to watch out for when you're assembling your dream system. - Marco Chiappetta, PCWorld Desktop Gear Reviews & News How to Run Your Own LAN Party Or, how to game with friends without blowing up your PC, house, or home network. Share: Vizio Enters PC Business, Ships Ivy Bridge Systems Starting at $898 Vizio, known for its TVs, entered the PC business Thursday, announcing new laptops and all-in-ones that all start at the same price, $898. Share: Affordable Intel Ivy Bridge Core i3 Processors Coming in Late June By the time back-to-school shopping begins, we should have our pick of budget Ivy Bridge laptops and desktops. 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