Category: Beyond Bacon

Everything on Nerd Bacon that isn’t a review!

Issue #3: Marilyn Manson – Antichrist Superstar

Join Nerd Bacon co-founder The Cubist as he takes a short break from gaming to discuss some of his favorite albums from the 1990’s! In Issue #3, one of the most controversial albums of the 90’s is discussed, Marilyn Manson’s Antichrist Supersar from 1996.

Issue #1: Nine Inch Nails – The Downward Spiral

Join Nerd Bacon co-founder The Cubist as he takes a break from gaming and casually discusses some of his favorite albums from the 1990s. In this inaugural installment, The Cubist reminisces on Nine Inch Nails’ The Downward Spiral and what it made it such a great album 20 years ago and today.

Troubleshooting – How To Diagnose Computer Issues

Platform: PC / Mac Category: DIY Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate By Malefico Nearly everyone knows the heartbreak and frustration of trying to use their computer only to have problems arise, preventing you from getting work done or even worse, playing your favorite games. This article will help guide you through some basic troubleshooting steps and help… Continue reading Troubleshooting – How To Diagnose Computer Issues

Build Your Very Own POS (Project Old School)

Platform: PC Skill Level: Intermediate – Requires some fabrication Nerd Rating: 8 out of 10 (Windows Sux) By Malefico For other DIY computer stuff, check out my page here. When I started on the road to build a new review system for NerdBacon.com, I knew I wanted to stick with the design philosophy of the original… Continue reading Build Your Very Own POS (Project Old School)

Will Amazon Release A Condongle?

Platform: Other Consoles Industry News/Commentary Developer: Amazon Release Date: Unknown, but the rumor mill is running at full speed… By Malefico I did something this morning that I’ve rarely (never) done before in my life. I was looking for fodder for a gaming PC article (haven’t written one of those in a while) and Googled “pc… Continue reading Will Amazon Release A Condongle?

Looking Back: Our Nerdy Finest Hours 2014 Edition

by Malefico Well, our first Retroary has been awesome. Every time I’ve visited the site this month I’ve been taken back in time with fond memories of one game or another. But like all things, even excellent ones Retroary is coming to an end. Here are a few brief flashbacks in the gaming careers of some… Continue reading Looking Back: Our Nerdy Finest Hours 2014 Edition

Brain Transplant: How to Remove, Replace (And Maybe Repair) a CPU

Mal’s Computer Corner Platform: PC Skill Level: Beginner to intermediate Nerd Rating: 9 out of 10 (Project is not difficult but can result in stunning success (98%) or abysmal failure (2%)) By Malefico There are a couple of reasons why you might replace a processor. The first, and better reason is that you want to increase… Continue reading Brain Transplant: How to Remove, Replace (And Maybe Repair) a CPU

Guerilla Gaming – Building an Entry-Level Gaming PC

Building a PCs isn’t as scary as it sounds. With a little patience, a little free time, and the will to save money, anyone can create the best available gaming platform for almost no money or frustration.