How to Choose a Computer
So, you want to buy a new computer!
However, lots of questions come out to your mind:
What Computer to Buy?
Try to answer simple question: "What kind of user you are".
- GAMER, PROGRAMMER, IT PROFESSIONAL.
You need High Performance computer with:
- latest models of INTEL processors like i5 or i7
- Windows 7 64-bit Operation System
- 6GB or more SDRAM (Random Access Memory)
- 1TB or more HDD SATA (Hard Drive) with 7200rpm speed
- 1GB or more VGA adapter (External Video Graphic Card) like NVIDIA GeForce 405, AMD Radeon HD 6450, or 6570
- 2-year In-Home limited hardware warranty
Important!!!
VGA adapter is very critical device for your computer performance. Always look for VGA adapter (External Video Graphic Card) in specification. If you can't find it in specification, as default it is Internal Video Graphic Adapter, you don't need that.
Recomended Models:
- STANDARD HOME USER, MOSTLY ONLINE USER, STUDENT.
You need Every Day Computing computer with:
- latest models of INTEL processors like i3 or i5
- Windows 7 32 or 64-bit Operation System
- 4GB or more SDRAM (Random Access Memory)
- 750GB or 1TB HDD SATA (Hard Drive) with 7200rpm speed
Important!!!
If you are planning to buy monitor 24" and more, customize your computer with External VGA adapter (External Video Graphic Card) when you order online. VGA adapter is critical for you if watching movies on the big screen.
Recomended Models:
- MOBILE USER, STUDENT or PROGRAMMER.
You need High Performance or Every Day Computing LAPTOP with:
- latest models of INTEL processors like i3, i5 or i7
- Windows 7 32 or 64-bit Operation System
- 4GB or more SDRAM (Random Access Memory)
- 320GB or more HDD SATA (Hard Drive) with 5400rpm speed
Important!!!
Do NOT buy more than 15" (diagonal) laptop. Always customize your laptop according to your budget and if possible with External VGA adapter (External Video Graphic Card) when you order online.
Recomended Models:
What Brand to Choose?
Always shop TOP-RATED and TRUSTED brands like HP, TOSHIBA, LENOVO (IBM), DELL. These brands have high quality products and services.
Important!!!
REMEMBER! Those brands use the same top-rated computer components; the difference is DESIGN and PRICE.
Check the same configuration across all brands before you buy to find a DEAL or better PROMOTION.
Be careful with SONY. It's a good brand and quality, but always OVER PRICE.
Where to Buy?
IGNORE DEALERS and THIRD PARTIES. Shop only directly to manufacture official websites: HP, TOSHIBA, LENOVO (IBM), DELL.
If you feel comfortable with online shopping, then buy computer online (save money and customize it to you needs). Always customize your computer when you buy online. Most venders include third party software in price you will never use it.
How much money to spend?
Prices are VARIABLE. Once you chose the configuration (specification), look around and COMPARE.
Never buy computers on huge holiday's sales or clearances if you do not understand what you buy. Usually, they have lower price, lower quality and limited warranty or even specially built for that event.
Remember!The effective computer life is 5-7 years. DON NOT BUY CHEAP COMPUTERS.
NO Windows XP computers! Do not buy computer with Windows XP SP3. It is old, has a low security and performance. Always customize your computer to Windows 7 if it's not included in premium model!
What computer is better for me - desktop or laptop?
Remember! DESKTOP is more powerful and has longer life span.
The better choice is to have both laptop and desktop.
If you life style require more mobile computer time, chose laptop and use it carefully.
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