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We need a new desktop. I want something up to date and reliable which is good for checking email, paying bills, downloading videos and is inexpensive. We don't need it for video games or anything really fast like that. Where is the best place to buy a cheap computer?
Answer
First question is how cheap?
There are used PCs as both laptops and desktops on Craigslist and Goodwill stores for under $100.
They are not up to date and not necessarily reliable, but they function, and that is cheap.
The second is about your monitor-display, or are you using a TV that hopefully is higher resolution than x768. 720p TVs cause display issues in WIndows 8. Most computers today do not include the monitor, but do include a keyboard and mouse, and may or may not include USB speakers.
Third question is whether you go ethernet connected by cable, or do you need wireless. Some computers include wireless. Others need an added PCI card or USB stick.
Fourth question is form factor. There are towers called desktops in various sizes and go down to slimline and bookshelf and mini's. Often, you get better performance out of a low priced laptop, especially if including a display, and the laptops usually have HDMI outputs and can accept inexpensive mice, keyboards, improved speakers, and have portability.
With form factor goes the ease of upgrade or repair. In general, the larger and less integrated the system, the easier it is to repair or upgrade it.
Although you do not need high performance, we usually want the best value for the money, and a bit faster response times can't hurt. More ram is better. Larger HDD is better. CPU scores can be looked up:
http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu_list.php
A second tab has graphics scores that are less important to you.
Places to buy are many in the US.
There are weekly sales of a couple of models and clearances.
Walmart, Staples, Best Buy, Newegg.com, Tigerdirect.com, Amazon.com gets you a variety and you can google a model once you find one to see if it is offered for less somewhere else.
You read a couple of surveys on quality:
2012 survey:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/2020964/apple-and-lenovo-desktop-pcs-tops-in-satisfaction.html
2011 Survey:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/244481/desktop_pc_reliability_and_satisfaction_dell_and_hp_home_pcs_get_poor_grades.html
and use it as a factor, but Apple is expensive for what you get.
My sister wanted what you describe. She has a few older PCs and monitors, but wanted one where the internet worked faster and boot up faster and application responsiveness up to $500 and she ended up with a Lenovo H430 at Staples with Windows 8, a Core i5-3330 and 8GB RAM and a 1TB HDD and that met her requirements well in a tower pc.
Now, you start with a couple that meet your needs and see if you can do better:
A basic slimline Acer-Gateway for $340
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883113245
Model SX2370-UR13
A6-Series APU A6-3620(2.2GHz)
1x4GB DDR3 500GB 7200 RPM SATA III HDD
AMD Radeon HD 6530D
Gigabit ethernet, Bluetooth and WiFi
memory card reader
2USB 3.0 in back. 4USB 2.0
VGA and HDMI outputs
CPU score 2924, and graphics G3D 548
It would be nice to buy and install a second 4GB RAM card. That is easy.
$30 to $35 in a do-it-yourself
http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/memory/#t=11&v=1500&z=4096&c=90&n=1&sort=a8
Just match what it has already in speed.
It is an early 2012 CPU below an Intel i3 but still fast enough with graphics power you don't really need but is above Intel integrated HD 4000 but not gaming level. It is the new Windows 8 to get used to, but is a faster boot and shutdown. Does what you want and the price is considered cheap and size is small, but upgrading is minimal.
In Intel, whether Newegg or Walmart at about the same price, size and brand, gets an Intel G640 Pentium with 4GB RAM and 1TB HDD. The CPU and graphics are a little lower in performance but the HDD is bigger:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Gateway-SX2865-UR308-Small-Form-Factor-Desktop-PC-with-Intel-Pentium-G640-Processor-4GB-Memory-1TB-Hard-Drive-and-Windows-8-Monitor-Not-Included/22018103
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883113244
The choices are endless, so you have to narrow down your preferences and price point. Then you can just browse the online circulars and sites.
First question is how cheap?
There are used PCs as both laptops and desktops on Craigslist and Goodwill stores for under $100.
They are not up to date and not necessarily reliable, but they function, and that is cheap.
The second is about your monitor-display, or are you using a TV that hopefully is higher resolution than x768. 720p TVs cause display issues in WIndows 8. Most computers today do not include the monitor, but do include a keyboard and mouse, and may or may not include USB speakers.
Third question is whether you go ethernet connected by cable, or do you need wireless. Some computers include wireless. Others need an added PCI card or USB stick.
Fourth question is form factor. There are towers called desktops in various sizes and go down to slimline and bookshelf and mini's. Often, you get better performance out of a low priced laptop, especially if including a display, and the laptops usually have HDMI outputs and can accept inexpensive mice, keyboards, improved speakers, and have portability.
With form factor goes the ease of upgrade or repair. In general, the larger and less integrated the system, the easier it is to repair or upgrade it.
Although you do not need high performance, we usually want the best value for the money, and a bit faster response times can't hurt. More ram is better. Larger HDD is better. CPU scores can be looked up:
http://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu_list.php
A second tab has graphics scores that are less important to you.
Places to buy are many in the US.
There are weekly sales of a couple of models and clearances.
Walmart, Staples, Best Buy, Newegg.com, Tigerdirect.com, Amazon.com gets you a variety and you can google a model once you find one to see if it is offered for less somewhere else.
You read a couple of surveys on quality:
2012 survey:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/2020964/apple-and-lenovo-desktop-pcs-tops-in-satisfaction.html
2011 Survey:
http://www.pcworld.com/article/244481/desktop_pc_reliability_and_satisfaction_dell_and_hp_home_pcs_get_poor_grades.html
and use it as a factor, but Apple is expensive for what you get.
My sister wanted what you describe. She has a few older PCs and monitors, but wanted one where the internet worked faster and boot up faster and application responsiveness up to $500 and she ended up with a Lenovo H430 at Staples with Windows 8, a Core i5-3330 and 8GB RAM and a 1TB HDD and that met her requirements well in a tower pc.
Now, you start with a couple that meet your needs and see if you can do better:
A basic slimline Acer-Gateway for $340
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883113245
Model SX2370-UR13
A6-Series APU A6-3620(2.2GHz)
1x4GB DDR3 500GB 7200 RPM SATA III HDD
AMD Radeon HD 6530D
Gigabit ethernet, Bluetooth and WiFi
memory card reader
2USB 3.0 in back. 4USB 2.0
VGA and HDMI outputs
CPU score 2924, and graphics G3D 548
It would be nice to buy and install a second 4GB RAM card. That is easy.
$30 to $35 in a do-it-yourself
http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/memory/#t=11&v=1500&z=4096&c=90&n=1&sort=a8
Just match what it has already in speed.
It is an early 2012 CPU below an Intel i3 but still fast enough with graphics power you don't really need but is above Intel integrated HD 4000 but not gaming level. It is the new Windows 8 to get used to, but is a faster boot and shutdown. Does what you want and the price is considered cheap and size is small, but upgrading is minimal.
In Intel, whether Newegg or Walmart at about the same price, size and brand, gets an Intel G640 Pentium with 4GB RAM and 1TB HDD. The CPU and graphics are a little lower in performance but the HDD is bigger:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Gateway-SX2865-UR308-Small-Form-Factor-Desktop-PC-with-Intel-Pentium-G640-Processor-4GB-Memory-1TB-Hard-Drive-and-Windows-8-Monitor-Not-Included/22018103
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16883113244
The choices are endless, so you have to narrow down your preferences and price point. Then you can just browse the online circulars and sites.
What Should I Pack For Boarding School?
Q. I'm going to boarding school in the fall of 2011, the school is called madeira and I'm boarding there. I need everything you've got. I also want to know if you can bring your cell phones too. Thanks a Bunch!
Answer
Im going to baording school this year,These are the things the school requires us to pack:
Alarm Clock/Watch
! Bath Items: Toiletries, shower caddie,
shower shoes, and bathrobe.
! Bedding: One pillow, two sets of twin
sheets and pillow cases, blanket,
comforter, or bedspread. The nights
can get cool in Waimea and there is
no central heating.*
! Clothing: Personal clothing must
meet school dress standards. Include
a wind and waterproof jacket.*
! Clothes Hangers: Plastic or plasticcoated
wire hangers.
! Desk Lamp: Incandescent (< 60 watts)
or fluorescent lamps are permitted.
! Laundry Supplies: Detergent, cleaning
supplies, and laundry basket/bag.
! Padlock: To secure valuables in
personal lock drawer.
! Towels: Two sets and one beach
towel.
! Wastebasket (small)
these are things we do not have to pack but can if we want to:
Computer/Printer: To minimize
compatibility issues, Macintoshes are
recommended for students bringing
their own computer.
! Dehumidifier: An electricity fee will
be charged.
! Dishes and Utensils: Students wishing to use the dorm kitchenettes must
have their own microwave-safe
dishes and eating utensils.
! Food Storage Container: Students
intending on keeping nonrefrigerated
food in their rooms
should bring a medium-sized plastic
tub with a tight lid.
! Hair Dryer
! Outdoor Gear: Students interested in
Students interested in
participating int he Outdoor
Program (hiking, kayaking,
camping, surfing, fishing) should
bring their personal gear.
! Phone Card
! Power Strip: Students who need more
than two electrical outlets must bring
a fusible power strip/surge
protector.
Refrigerator: Students may
purchase/bring a "cube" refrigerator.
An electricity fee will be charged
based on the size of the refrigerator.
! Stereo: Small boom-box or bookshelf
style stereo systems, digital music
devices such as iPods, or computers
with speakers are allowed.
Headphones are required if students
wish to listen to their music during
scheduled quiet times.
and if we bring these we get into trouble:
Animals of any kind.
⢠Weapons, simulated weapons or
potentially dangerous items of any
kind, including knives, martial arts
equipment, or guns.
⢠Any heat producing cooking devices,
(e.g. hot plate, hot pot, toaster, coffee
maker, microwave oven), space
heaters, or electric blankets.
⢠Any items that create a flame (e.g.
matches or lighters).
⢠Any flammable materials such as
lighter fluid, camp stove fuel, or
fireworks.
⢠Halogen bulb lamps.
⢠Flammable lampshades.
⢠Room dividers, partitions, or screens.
⢠Prescription or over-the-counter
drugs, unless permitted by the school
nurse.
⢠Traditional televisions or computer
screens; flat screen monitors are
permitted.
⢠Posters, pictures, literature or other
items that reference alcohol, drugs,
tobacco, violence, hatred, or
inappropriate sexual activity.
Good Luck Hope i helped
Im going to baording school this year,These are the things the school requires us to pack:
Alarm Clock/Watch
! Bath Items: Toiletries, shower caddie,
shower shoes, and bathrobe.
! Bedding: One pillow, two sets of twin
sheets and pillow cases, blanket,
comforter, or bedspread. The nights
can get cool in Waimea and there is
no central heating.*
! Clothing: Personal clothing must
meet school dress standards. Include
a wind and waterproof jacket.*
! Clothes Hangers: Plastic or plasticcoated
wire hangers.
! Desk Lamp: Incandescent (< 60 watts)
or fluorescent lamps are permitted.
! Laundry Supplies: Detergent, cleaning
supplies, and laundry basket/bag.
! Padlock: To secure valuables in
personal lock drawer.
! Towels: Two sets and one beach
towel.
! Wastebasket (small)
these are things we do not have to pack but can if we want to:
Computer/Printer: To minimize
compatibility issues, Macintoshes are
recommended for students bringing
their own computer.
! Dehumidifier: An electricity fee will
be charged.
! Dishes and Utensils: Students wishing to use the dorm kitchenettes must
have their own microwave-safe
dishes and eating utensils.
! Food Storage Container: Students
intending on keeping nonrefrigerated
food in their rooms
should bring a medium-sized plastic
tub with a tight lid.
! Hair Dryer
! Outdoor Gear: Students interested in
Students interested in
participating int he Outdoor
Program (hiking, kayaking,
camping, surfing, fishing) should
bring their personal gear.
! Phone Card
! Power Strip: Students who need more
than two electrical outlets must bring
a fusible power strip/surge
protector.
Refrigerator: Students may
purchase/bring a "cube" refrigerator.
An electricity fee will be charged
based on the size of the refrigerator.
! Stereo: Small boom-box or bookshelf
style stereo systems, digital music
devices such as iPods, or computers
with speakers are allowed.
Headphones are required if students
wish to listen to their music during
scheduled quiet times.
and if we bring these we get into trouble:
Animals of any kind.
⢠Weapons, simulated weapons or
potentially dangerous items of any
kind, including knives, martial arts
equipment, or guns.
⢠Any heat producing cooking devices,
(e.g. hot plate, hot pot, toaster, coffee
maker, microwave oven), space
heaters, or electric blankets.
⢠Any items that create a flame (e.g.
matches or lighters).
⢠Any flammable materials such as
lighter fluid, camp stove fuel, or
fireworks.
⢠Halogen bulb lamps.
⢠Flammable lampshades.
⢠Room dividers, partitions, or screens.
⢠Prescription or over-the-counter
drugs, unless permitted by the school
nurse.
⢠Traditional televisions or computer
screens; flat screen monitors are
permitted.
⢠Posters, pictures, literature or other
items that reference alcohol, drugs,
tobacco, violence, hatred, or
inappropriate sexual activity.
Good Luck Hope i helped
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