{"id":3131,"date":"2021-09-09T16:21:21","date_gmt":"2021-09-09T16:21:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.getkidas.com\/kidas-website\/dev\/?p=3131"},"modified":"2022-09-21T17:50:24","modified_gmt":"2022-09-21T17:50:24","slug":"a-parents-guide-to-building-a-starter-gaming-pc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.getkidas.com\/kidas-website\/dev\/a-parents-guide-to-building-a-starter-gaming-pc\/","title":{"rendered":"A Parents\u2019 Guide to Building a Starter Gaming PC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Children are building their own gaming PC’s more often than ever. You will need this parents’ guide to building a starter gaming PC to understand and help!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The notion that video games are bad for children is undoubtedly fading away, and for good reason. Science has proven that playing regularly can improve visual-spatial skills, problem-solving capabilities, and even enhance social connections with peers. A study published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience<\/a> showed that avid gamers before adolescence, even those who no longer played, performed better with working memory tasks and even had structural improvements in the brain. So if your child has been asking for their own gaming setup, let us guide you through the basics you will need to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Gaming Computer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The PC is, of course, the star of the show. Thankfully, today\u2019s kids can enjoy pre-assembled PCs that are capable of running almost any game on the market. For instance, the iBUYPOWER Desktop Element 9260 and the CyberpowerPC Gamer Supreme Liquid Cool are both powerful mid-range computers that won\u2019t break the bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are considering building your child\u2019s PC, there are lots of guides that are accessible online, and you\u2019re most likely to find the parts you\u2019ll need online, too. Here is informationQ’s list of standard computer components<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Motherboard – Connects everything in the system
\u2022 Power supply – Regulates power
\u2022 Central processing unit (CPU) \u2013 The \u201cbrain\u201d of the computer system
\u2022 Random-access memory (RAM) – Temporary data storage
\u2022 Hard disk drive\/Solid state drive – Permanent data storage
\u2022 Video card – Handles output of images for display<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add a gaming monitor to the list of essentials and you could have yourself the complete PC setup. A custom PC will provide more avenues for customization and can also save you a few hundred dollars while purchasing a prebuilt PC will save you the hassle of putting everything together. Of course, that convenience comes with a higher price tag. So weigh up your options and choose what is the most viable option in line with your own capabilities and budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Building a starter gaming PC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Accessories<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on the computer, you can connect a variety of devices and accessories to send information in and out. Most PCs come with a mouse, keyboard, and speakers, but it\u2019s very trendy nowadays to personalize PC accessories. Wired’s feature on keyboards<\/a> highlights various customizations you can do to keyboards \u2014 you can change the stabilizers, switches, keycaps, all to make typing feel and sound perfect. You can also opt for an ergonomic gaming mouse and headphones that will help keep the noises to a minimum \u2014 which is a bonus for your household!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Desk Setup<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll also want to prepare an area of the house where your child can play without being disturbed, so leave some space in your budget for a desk and a gaming chair as well. Desks come in a variety of shapes, especially those designed for gaming. There are common rectangular desks, L-shaped, and U-shaped desks. It\u2019s also best to invest in a high-quality gaming chair. The AKRacing Masters Series Max Gaming Chair stands out among Adorama’s range of PC gaming chairs<\/a> for good reason. It is very ergonomic and has lots of adjustable features, including comfy armrests and a lumbar cushion that can help your child keep the perfect posture while playing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re looking for furniture, it\u2019s very important that you find a desk and chair that are comfortable and durable above all else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Games<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t forget to ask your child about the kind of games they\u2019re interested in \u2014 or you can do some research yourself. In this article, we list our \u2018Top 5 New Video Games for Kids in 2021\u2019 that you can purchase alongside your child\u2019s new setup, such as Scarlet Hood and the Wicked Wood. Of course, there are thousands of games at their disposal if they have a PC, especially with an Epic Games or Steam connection. Browse the different genres from PVP, RPG, or even educational titles so that they have a broad assortment of games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This could be one of the greatest gifts your child ever receives as a gamer, so take your time to research all the various PC components. We\u2019ve walked you through our simple guide on building a starter PC setup, and hopefully, it isn\u2019t as daunting you may have thought.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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