Author Description

MONSTER PCS is a complete hands-on guide to the art of creating hot-rod PCs. The complete practice of ""modding"" PCs is presented in a fun, irreverent style. The book starts by introducing readers to the creative practice of making aesthetic and performance mods. Then detailed coverage is provided on the art and techniques of making case mods - everything from cutting holes and adding acrylic windows to adding neon lights and changing case colors. Other sections of the book cover the subjects of creating performance mods for motherboards, overclocking, CPUs, memory, graphics, sound, and input and output devices The book provides numerous hands-on projects with detailed step-by-step instructions and photos to show readers how to complete each project. Special chapters are provided to explain practical techniques for overclocking, motherboard hot-rodding, and memory expansion. The book also provides numerous resources, FAQs, and tips.