Well, I was just thinking about this the other day. I have built 3 of my own systems but bough 2 as well. Is it worth it/cheaper to build your own then to buy it from a company? Im not so sure anymore. Most of the time when I build my own I get carried away and end up spending $3000 lol like with my last system and getting a gforce 8800 when it first came out.
So is it worth building your own for a lower cost or are you better off buying it from a well known company?
The most expesive thing is freakin windows RAWR I hate that.

I always build my own machine. That way I know exactly what's inside it, and I can replace devices should anything go horribly wrong.

Also, the machine I currently have would have gone for about $2600 from any computer retailer. I built it for $1400.

If you're building the highest end machine possible, its still probably cheaper to build. A regular, everyday machine - cheaper to buy.

Unfortunately, I dont have the parts, money, of time!!

I built a couple back in the day, and definitely saved some money then. I'm not so sure anymore. Though Rasczak is probably right---it depends on how much computer you're looking for.

I always build my own. They're always cutting corners in the pre-built systems. Plus, I like screwing with PC hardware, so it's win-win.

If you're trying to stick to a budget, well, stick to it, damn it. ;O) I usually spend between $600-$800 starting from scratch, not including a monitor. That seems to be about the sweet-spot for price/performance.

another bonus, Home built are VISA FREEEE!!
thats good because everyone hates vista, right..?

i like homebuild, even though i dont see too much of a saving, messing with hardware is just pure fun

can i ask why the hell you have 5? i have 2 and im running out of ideas to use them for.

lol I hate Vista stupid greedy Microsoft lol at least come out with some new junk thats good :P Just wondering now where do you find the best prices/best area to buy your computer parts from. I normally get mine offline from newegg have not had any issues so far but maybe you know of a better place with better deals?

i build my computers not becose its cheeper, but to avoid m$

Tiger Direct is my second choice, after Newegg

HI!
Iwas thinking to build a laptop but i can't find a good supplyer with all the parts for laptop any sugestion?

I've never heard of anyone building a laptop.

I also know two people who build desktop pc's.

It can be done. People sell cases & screens and whatnot specifically for those who want to build their own laptop/notebooks however it's usually not cost effective.

Can you point me to places wherei can buy the parts for notbook.

it used to be cheaper to build, 7/8 years ago, but now its cheaper to buy, the markup added by dell/mesh/etc is more than offset by the bulk discounts they get in most cases.

It's also cheper, I think, to buy a desktop as well.

But you don't have the portability and compactness that a laptop has.

I would like to build my self a computer someday. Is it difficult?

I thoght about doing that myself.