Fire Ants Invade PCs, Cause Overheating by Eating Thermal Components

PC gamers face a unique challenge as fire ants, drawn to electromagnetic fields, consume thermal paste and pads, leading to increased system temperatures.

Fire ants, attracted to electrical fields, are causing significant damage to PCs by eating thermal paste and pads, leading to overheating.
The issue has been reported by multiple PC gamers, with one user, Thejus_Parol, sharing their struggle to remove ants from their GPU, despite using various methods.
Ant infestations in PCs are not new, with numerous reports and discussions found online, indicating a recurring problem for many users.
Experts suggest that the ants' attraction to PCs could be due to their electromagnetic fields, making these devices prime targets for colonization.
Attempts to eradicate the ants using traditional methods like insect repellent have proven ineffective, prompting some to seek professional extermination services.