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Case modding
Modifications to a computer to add or remove extra hardware / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Case modification, commonly referred to as case modding, is the modification of a computer case or a video game console chassis. Modifying a computer case in any non-standard way is considered a case mod. Modding is done, particularly by hardware enthusiasts, to show off a computer's apparent power by showing off the internal hardware, and also to make it look aesthetically pleasing to the owner.
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Cases may also be modified to improve a computer's performance; this is usually associated with cooling and involves changes to components as well as the case.