Where to buy new PC in the GTA?

[Fajar Priyanto]

On Friday 25 May 2007 02:15, James Knott wrote:
> Frank wrote:
> > Hi All!
> >
> > After many years surviving on used PCs and build-my-own PCs my wife
> > has agreed that I can buy a new (but not bank-breaking) desktop PC.
> > Saw a couple in the stores last night (Acer and Lenovo) that were
> > Athlon 64 bit dual processor with 1 Gig of RAM for like $650. I was
> > really hoping to find this with 2 gig but still in the same price
> > point (or cheaper if possible). Where should I be looking in the GTA?
>
> Memory is cheap. You should be able to stay close to the same price
> range by tossing in another gig, for under $50

I agree.
Topping the memory from 1Gig to 2Gig will definitely increase performance 
significantly.

Another thing to consider is the graphic adapter. If you plan to use any 3D 
desktop effect, avoid ATi. Intel and Nvidia provide more compatibility.

This is a very nice presentation between Vista and Linux 3D desktop effect:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xC5uEe5OzNQ
Cheers,
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