Since the early 2000s, the Ars System Guides have been helping those interested become "budding, homebuilt system-building tweakmeisters." This series is a resource for building computers to match any ...

The main Ars System Guide (last updated in August) is great for what it is—a well-rounded system with a strong focus on gaming ability. However, it has some definite limitations and a few gaps in ...

A home-theater-in-a-box system is essentially a home theater starter kit. It has multiple-channels and will turn your TV into a bonafide 5.1 or 7.2 surround sound system, but everything is generally ...

If you’re not ready to go whole hog with discrete components, Blu-ray home theater systems-also known as home theater in a box systems, or HTiBs-are an easy and affordable alternative. These systems ...