Best Basement Articles

The Basement

The basement has seen some fantastic articles and posts regarding computers, games and other technical wizardry over the years. We in the Sciptorium are dedicated to keeping the best of these stored away and easily accessible so you can read and re-read some of the finest and most useful contributions members of Total War Center have made over the years.

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Useful Threads and Articles

Before You Ask for Help - A helpful list of things to check and do before posting a 'My computer is broken!' thread.
Best Free Software - A list of great (and free!) programs that cover everything from antivirus needs to web browsing.
C omputer Guides - General installation and tweaking help.
Desktop Buying and Upgrading Guide - As the name suggests, it's an in-depth help desk for upgrading your current computer or buying a new rig!
Laptop Buying Guide - The same as the 'Desktop Buying Guide' but for laptops!
New Computer/Computer Advice Prerequisites - A solid checklist of things to think about before posting.
One Stop Shop: Mr Crusty's Guide to PC Components - A comprehensive look at what part does what in your computer. It includes recommendations on specific parts as well.
PC Hardware Buyers Thread - A general guide on PC hardware. The opening post hasn't been updated since 2007, so take any recommendations in that with a grain of salt, but there many helpful posters, such as crazyeyesreaper, in the thread itself!
So, You Want to build a PC? - A thorough guide to assembling a computer.
To SLI/Crossfire or Not to SLI/Crossfire? - The pros and cons of using SLI/Crossfire.
What's the Maximum Amount of RAM Your Computer Can Use? - Sim explains RAM and how much your computer can, depending on its operating system, use.