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How To Build a $150 Linux PC

howto.wired.com — Cheap computers are fairly common, but the bargain-basement has even more to offer. You can assemble your own PC for peanuts by installing Linux and using coupons for discounts on parts. Just inherit a free monitor from Craigslist and start hacking.

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  • k7jeb, on 06/04/2008, -0/+2Nice to know this is do-able. The real key is, of course, the $0.00 spent on the OS (Linux).
  • jaywalkersunite, on 06/04/2008, -0/+0You can dual-boot Ubuntu on your existing PC for absolutely nothing. The Hardy Heron (8.04) even has a windows-based installer which is very easy to use.
  • agisten, on 06/04/2008, -0/+1Is it only me or the Case on photo for article doesn't have a room for power supply... weird
  • JAVandiver, on 06/04/2008, -0/+1How does a "How To" book qualify? Also no power supply? Power supplies are the most important thing to building a computer from second hand parts! Hell, I could have seven running computers if I had a bunch of ATX power supplies laying around...
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