subject: Must Have Tips For Buying The Perfect Computer [print this page] PCs have become commonplace in every homePCs have become commonplace in every home. Without PCs, you will find it hard to stay connected and to even do the work required of you are in school or in the office. With so many PC packages being shoved down our throats every time we go to the department stores and computer shops, you will get confused on what you need and what PC package will fit your budget and lifestyle. To help you through this dilemma, here is a brief background PC parts that you should get to know.
Processor
Clock Speed - this will show the number of instructions that a computer can execute in a second. This usually comes after the brand name. Processors nowadays are already set at the gigahertz range.
This is one of the one primary components of your PC. The processor is the part that determines how speedy your computer processes information. Intel is still the leading brand in processors but competitors such as American Micro Devices (AMD) are slowly catching up, offering cheaper alternatives. In shopping for a processor, you should consider the following:
Cache Memory - this stores the data that you previously accessed. This simplifies the work of your computer as it would not take as long to access information already stored in its memory bank. Without a cache memory, much of the work will fall on the RAM (Random Access Memory).
Operating Temperature - some processors easily heat up. Before buying, make sure that you ask about the operating temperature in case you need to buy additional fans or put the computer in an air-conditioned room.
RAM (Random Access Memory)
RAM serves as the temporary memory of the PC, containing information that is needed for the computer and the programs to function. In addition to processors, RAM also determines the speed of the computer. The higher the RAM, the faster the computer is in accessing information and responding to commands.
Motherboard
Now we will delve into where all the parts of the PCs CPU (Central Processing Unit) are attached. Some motherboards already have video cards and sound cards embedded on it while others do not. What is important however is to select a motherboard that is compatible with your RAM and processor. Incompatibility of PC hardware can cause major problems and may even lead to the breakdown of your computer.
Hard Drive
This is the part where you store all the information in your PC. Picture a floppy disk with a much larger storing capacity. The hard drive serves as the permanent memory of your computer. Here you install all your programs and save all the documents that you need. It is also important that you buy a hard drive with a large capacity now that we are so used to storing multimedia files that may use up a lot of hard drive space.
Video cards
This is the part of the computer that determines the quality of the multimedia images that you will view. The higher the memory of the video card, the better the picture quality and the colors. Also, video cards are responsible for how speedy multimedia images are accessed. This is needed if you use your computer for multimedia activities such as watching a movie or playing video games.
Now you're ready to go in and buy the right computer for you. Most people who go in to buy a computer are not prepared with the information they need to get the right pc but with the information provided here, you are more than ready to get the right one for you.
