They can be a bit noisy (understatement), but PC supplies are shielded, the
regulation is usually really good, and the amperage is great, as well as the
efficiency compared to linear.
It all depends on how much radiated noise you can accept, you can always
filter the wires coming out of it.

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cr500r sez:


http://www.wikihow.com/Convert-a-Com...o-a-Lab-Power-
Supp
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Aw, but they're *switchers*. A last resort for a bench supply, imho.
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Al, the usual