Finding the right Computer

By Bram P

Like most people, you probably have an idea of how to find suitable computer for you. The wide range of configurations, and the seemingly constant arrival of new and faster technology all make for a difficult decision. To help you find the right computer for you, we’ve outlined the four basic types of PC use

General Purpose

Computer only use for general and common work like typing, listen MP3 music , edit vacation photos, internet and other working without high performance requirement. The computer activities most common to families, students, and the general purpose PC ( personal computer ) user.

The dual core CPU ( central processing unit ) and at least 1 GB of memory to make Windows Vista run smoothly and a 128MB graphics card to get the Aero effects with little to no performance loss.

Sample of specs for general purpose computer

Processor	AMD Athlon 64 X2, or Intel Core 2 Duo processor
RAM	1GB DDR 2
Hard drive	250 GB - 500 GB
Video Graphics	128MB, DirectX 9-capable graphics card from ATI or Nvidia
Disk drive	DVD burner
Monitor	17- to 19-inch LCD

Multi Media Purpose

Today most people also using their computer for media center functionality entertainment like watching movies. Now we can putting PC in the living room,  which is why we’re glad we’re to see so many ultra-small-form-factor designs such as Apple’s Mac Mini and Shuttle’s XPC X200M. All you have to do just set output video and audio from your PC to your TV and audio receiver.

Sample of specs for multi media purpose computer

Processor	Intel Core or Core 2 Duo or Athlon 64 X2 CPU
RAM	1GB or 2 GB of DDR2
Hard drive	500GB  and up
Video Graphics	256MB or better graphics card from ATI or Nvidia
Disk drive	Blu-ray, HD DVD or combo optical drive
Monitor	21-inch or larger LCD or a direct connection to your home theater display
Other	Wireless keyboard and mouse and Media Center remote
	Windows Vista Ultimate or Home Premium, or other media   management/DVR software.

Office Purpose

In this purpose graphics are less of a concern for most businesses, unless a design company. You will only  need a system with enough power for multitasking your daily office and save the money from the graphics and put it into a larger flat-panel display and a better warranty. Microsoft recommends at least 512MB of system memory and a DirectX 9-capable graphics card, and it ups the specs to 1GB of RAM and at least 128MB of independent video memory for Vista Home Premium with Aero. Otherwise  an iMac also recommended.

Also, check out my other guide on  laptops and desk for computer.

Sample of specs for multi media purpose computer

Processor	Midrange AMD Athlon 64 X2 or Intel Core 2 Duo processor
RAM	Minimum 1GB of DDR2
Hard drive	250GB or 300GB hard drive
Video Graphics	128MB ATI or Nvidia graphics card
Disk drive	DVD burner
Monitor	19- or 21-inch LCD
Other	Windows XP Pro, Windows Vista Home, Premium, or Business, or Mac OS X and  Apple iWork

Power Computer

This computer usually  use for high performance multitasking of  graphics design and game software. Usually required for editing moving pictures, 3D graphics and 3D gaming program. The high performance graphics card will be required to support those activities.

Sample of specs for multi media purpose computer

Processor	Intel Core 2 Duo E6600, E6750, or E6850;
	Core 2 Quad Q6600 or Q6700, Core 2 Extreme QX6700,
RAM	2GB to 4GB of 800MHz or 1,066MHz DDR2
Hard drive	500GB to 1TB 7,200rpm hard drive(s)
Video Graphics	512MB ATI Radeon HD 2900 XT, 768MB Nvidia GeForce
	8800 GTX, 640MB or 320MB GeForce 8800 GTS
Disk drive	Blu-ray, HD DVD, or DVD+/-RW drive
Monitor	19- to 21-inch LCD
Other	Digital 5.1 speakers
	Windows Vista Ultimate or Home Premium Microsoft Office 2007, DVD-authoring program

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