by tech, do you mean software or hardware? here are a few from both: if there is an * after my comment, i've done it! Software: Personally, I'd look at these: http://makethemove.net/ <<-- try linux, an awesome free Operating System* http://lifehacker.com/#!5754463/how-to-jailbreak-your-ios-421-device <<-- Jailbreak your ios device for tons of new features* http://frrl.wordpress.com/2009/08/23/nas-for-clunkers-how-to-turn-that-old-pc-into-a-high-tech-network-storage-web-server-and-torrent-server/ <<-- turn an old computer into an awesome NAS (Network Attached Storage)* Hardware: http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Cube-4x4x4/ <<-- look at it, it's easier than explaining it http://lifehacker.com/#!5151369/the-first+timers-guide-to-building-a-computer-from-scratch <<-- this might be a bit outside what you want to do or your budget, but it's an awesome project. I just built my first computer a couple months ago and i'm hooked!* If your interested in tech stuff, have a look at http://lifehacker.com/ I'm always messing with tech stuff, so PM me if you need some advice! Hope I've helped, Tyrantelf