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How can I get good computer parts for free, or at a low cost?

I am trying to build my own computer, and am a college student so money is definately an issue. Where can I get parts that are not cutting edge, but at least up to date? Are there computer dumps, places like that I can look? Any other tips? Thanks :)

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1. get a budget pc parts off newegg u can get used or open box or refurbished stuff at newegg and ebay but thats not adviceable and is risky heres a good config core i5 750 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115215 asus p75p55d http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131404 ati 5670 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150467 corsair xms3 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145221 dvd burner http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827136177 seagate 250gb http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148451 case and psu http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811162037 700$ a nice quadcore pc only keyboard mouse spkr http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16823174013 monitor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824254037 enjoy
2. You can see if your college has a surplus store where they sell their old computers at a pretty discounted price. Or you can see if there is a computer repair shop (not best buy) and ask if they have some old hardware that they would like to part out for cheap
3. Freecycle Craigs list Thrift stores Garage sales have fun hunting