In Pictures: 40 Of The Dirtiest PCs We've Ever Seen

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Ever have a system that mysteriously started crashing, and you only figured out why it was choking after popping the cover and cleaning up copious amounts of dirt and grime? Yeah, well, these 40 systems are way past the point of canned air-cleaning.

Build Quality

This computer was apparently assembled by someone that did not care all that much. "Screws? I'll show you screwed!"

BBQ Byproducts

The CPU BBQ is a great idea, even if it is an expensive night out.

Elaborate Interior

This computer was designed by an artist, and probably maintained by one as well.

Not That Bad

This does not even look that bad, compared to some of the other pictures!

Camouflage Nets

This owner's approach to cleaning was to simply avoid it.

Freezer, Right

This poor old Freezer now blows most of the air around the heat sink instead of through it.

Arachnophobia, Part 1

This is probably the worst of them all. Why would a spider spin this huge web if there are no bugs to catch?

Arachnophobia, Part 2

Not much dust, though!

Arachnophobia, Part 3

Entomologists or arachnologists could probably say whether this is just dust or real spider webs.

Igor Wallossek
Igor Wallossek
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Igor Wallossek wrote a wide variety of hardware articles for Tom's Hardware, with a strong focus on technical analysis and in-depth reviews. His contributions have spanned a broad spectrum of PC components, including GPUs, CPUs, workstations, and PC builds. His insightful articles provide readers with detailed knowledge to make informed decisions in the ever-evolving tech landscape