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Gaming PC deflects bullet shot through wall by neighbour, saving owner's life
By Mark Tyson published
A Redditor's powerful gaming PC just might have just saved their life after its splintered G.Skill RAM sticks diverted a bullet shot through the wall.

HVAC tech finds former AMD CEO Rory Read's PC inside a customer's basement, signed by Lisa Su
By Hassam Nasir published
It was likely a parting gift from the company.

Lightning strike enters apartment through coaxial internet cable, blows up gamer's PC
By Kunal Khullar published
While direct lightning strikes are difficult to defend against, proper grounding and protection for coaxial and network lines can help reduce the risk of costly hardware damage.

Custom-built passive water-cooled PC relies on convection chimney effect powered by triple-stacked radiators
By Mark Tyson published
Innovative London-based PC cooling firm Billet Labs builds and showcases a completely passive, fanless, gaming build.

Unlock a 50% saving on Hoto's 25-bit electric screwdriver set for PC building and DIY
By Stewart Bendle published
Deals Save 50% off this $59 Hoto Electric Screwdriver with 25 included bits. Limited-time Amazon countdown sale drops the price to just $29.

Why building a quiet PC is harder than you think — what to know, and how to make your rig quieter
By Joe Shields published
Premium Building a quiet PC is a challenge, especially with high-power PCs — but it is possible with effort focused on the right areas

Best PC builds for gaming 2026: From $800 budget rigs to $4,000+ dream machines
By Joe Shields last updated
We’ve picked out the perfect parts for your next PC build, whether you’re spending $800 or $4,000 on components. We have recommendations for budget, midrange, high-end, and extreme systems.

Enthusiast builds a PC big enough to live in
By Mark Tyson published
A Chinese TechTuber scaled a tower PC large enough for a human to work and play in. It has air conditioning, too.

Our experts review your astonishing PC builds and setups in Rig Rundown — from wall-mounted setups to a system packed inside of a 1:6 scale RC car
By Sayem Ahmed published
Premium We go through user-submitted PC builds and crown a winner in the inaugural Tom's Hardware Premium Rig Rundown results

Electronics enthusiast begins breadboard-based Intel 386 system build — a large step up from their previous PC-XT and PC-AT breadboard projects
By Mark Tyson published
Motherboards, who needs them? Not Breadboarding Labs, which recently drafted plans for a retro Intel 80386 (i386) PC build using solderless breadboards.
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