The Velocity Micro Vector GX Campus Edition ($999 direct) is a (just barely) sub-$1,000 PC that boasts a feature not seen on a simple, mainstream PC before: overclocking and performance tuning.

The aptly named Velocity Micro Vector GX Campus Edition ($899 direct, $999 with 17-inch monitor) is a good choice for high school or college students, those planning to go back to school, or anyone ...