subject: Buying A Desktop Computer [print this page] When all you are going to use a computer for is writing emails or surfing the internet, you don't need an especially powerful computer. Any of the basic models out there will serve your purposes, and there's no need to spend money on power you're not going to use. An entry level model will do you just fine, and you can get one for only $200-$400, generally with a monitor, keyboard and mouse included.
If you're a power user, and are going to be, for example, playing lots of new video games, or running complicated programs such as simulations, then you want to get the latest and greatest of everything. For video games in particular, it's important to have plenty of RAM and a good video card. The CPU is something that's a little less important: You want it to be powerful enough to be able to run what you want, but you'll see rapidly decreasing returns after that. Figure out what's important to you, and invest your money wisely.
Before deciding for some purchase, there are several things that you have to consider. Finding a decent desktop within your budget is not an easy task after all. It needs more patience and research in order to find the ideal for your needs. Likewise, you can ask some advice from computer enthusiasts and experts regarding the matter.
Unlike notebook computers, replacing a keyboard, mouse, speakers or even a monitor does not require having your computer serviced by a professional repair shop. Because notebook computers have everything built in, including the aforementioned features, it is more difficult to replace a keyboard or monitor as opposed to desktop computers, which operate on external connections.
Desktop computers are stationary by nature. Unlike a notebook computer, which can easily be moved from room to room, they are less likely to be dropped or broken because they are not moved as often.
