I need to buy a computer!

[azemkamikaze03]

Ok, so I need to buy a new computer.

Well, my own anyways. And I figured

LPF has enough people who can probably

help me pick a good one.

 

Now I really dont want to spend over 1,000 usd on this. I'll stretch to about 1,500 if it is a really good deal.

 

1. I want both a monitor and cpu in the deal.
   
2. The monitor must be at least 17 inches.
   
3. I will primarily be using this cpu for internet, photoshop, and music editing. occasionally maybe film.
   
4. Built in wireless is always a perk!
   
5. Windows Vista Home Premium is as low as I'll sink. (unless its like OS)
   
6. The more memory the better
   
7. same for speed
   
8. something that will last
   
9. good screen quality

thoes are just some things id like in the cpu.

I was considering buying an Imac, but I dont know if its worth it. Please lol any help works. i mean im not to good on cpu specs so im not aware on what is a good deal and what isnt.

[GraDoN]

hmm we here in SA are probebly behind on the tech stuff but a nice Pentium Deul Core with 2 gig DDR2 ram and a copied windows with a LCD 19" would be perfect for you

[Breakdown Conspiracy]

Ok, so I need to buy a new computer.

Well, my own anyways. And I figured

LPF has enough people who can probably

help me pick a good one.

 

Now I really dont want to spend over 1,000 usd on this. I'll stretch to about 1,500 if it is a really good deal.

1. I want both a monitor and cpu in the deal.
   
2. The monitor must be at least 17 inches.
   
3. I will primarily be using this cpu for internet, photoshop, and music editing. occasionally maybe film.
   
4. Built in wireless is always a perk!
   
5. Windows Vista Home Premium is as low as I'll sink. (unless its like OS)
   
6. The more memory the better
   
7. same for speed
   
8. something that will last
   
9. good screen quality

thoes are just some things id like in the cpu.

I was considering buying an Imac, but I dont know if its worth it. Please lol any help works. i mean im not to good on cpu specs so im not aware on what is a good deal and what isnt.

 

Vista?! Nooo You poor man! LOL I cant help you much cause i dont deal in USD, but good luck.

[Hahninator]

LOL Vista

 

XP ftw XP ftw. Vista = sux

[azemkamikaze03]

i say vista, becuase all the new programs that i actually want are only compatible with vista

besides the firewall vista is almost like osx (right?)

[LÎnkinPärkExtreme]

LOL Vista

 

XP ftw XP ftw. Vista = sux

And yes... I agree with mark Vista fucking sucks! Go with XP or even better. 2000!!!!

 

i say vista, becuase all the new programs that i actually want are only compatible with vista

besides the firewall vista is almost like osx (right?)

It's called patching!!!

 

In the long run, It's better getting a custom built computer then buying 1 from DELL, COMPAQ... etc etc

[Stllmn8j]

And yes... I agree with mark Vista fucking sucks! Go with XP or even better. 2000!!!!

 

It's called patching!!!

 

In the long run, It's better getting a custom built computer then buying 1 from DELL, COMPAQ... etc etc

 

2000 Pro is the best OS there is.

[Breakdown Conspiracy]

2000 Pro is the best OS there is.

 

And yes... I agree with mark Vista fucking sucks! Go with XP or even better. 2000!!!!

 

It's called patching!!!

 

In the long run, It's better getting a custom built computer then buying 1 from DELL, COMPAQ... etc etc

 

XP pwns and 200 is too old for me. And yes custom build is the best, like wot ive done.:rofl:

[Jeezy]

If you get one from Dell it's always a good deal...and they have a great customer service

[LÎnkinPärkExtreme]

2000 Pro is the best OS there is.

Yes... But you do need to know what your doing to keep it stable... Other then XP how that's a little more stable for people who arnt really good with computers. :thumbsup:

 

If you get one from Dell it's always a good deal...and they have a great customer service

omg... someone actually liking what Dell builds... They might last what a year!!!??? A custom built 1 can last several years!:thumbsup:

[Jeezy]

:thumbsup:

 

omg... someone actually liking what Dell builds... They might last what a year!!!??? A custom built 1 can last several years!:thumbsup:

 

yeah and a really good custom build one also costs a lot

[LÎnkinPärkExtreme]

yeah and a really good custom build one also costs a lot

Not really, only if you go to expensive rip of stores. I Have a mate that can get me all my computer gear for about 40% or so off!!

[untitled]

Not really, only if you go to expensive rip of stores. I Have a mate that can get me all my computer gear for about 40% or so off!!

 

lol not all of us get stuff that way

[MrsBennington-Delson]

lol not all of us get stuff that way

i so 2nd that lol

[Stllmn8j]

Yes... But you do need to know what your doing to keep it stable... Other then XP how that's a little more stable for people who arnt really good with computers. :thumbsup:

 

omg... someone actually liking what Dell builds... They might last what a year!!!??? A custom built 1 can last several years!:thumbsup:

 

You actually have to remember to defrag lol! And have boot disks ready if you forget,because you'll be seeing the good old blue screen!

[azemkamikaze03]

erhem.

ok.

yea so like. I dont want to build my own computer because like someone said. It's costly and I don't have people who can get me shit at a 40% discount. So any legit advice besides how much XP owns and how Dells suck?

[GraDoN]

Not really, only if you go to expensive rip of stores. I Have a mate that can get me all my computer gear for about 40% or so off!!

same here hehe

 

and azem idk about there but here is MUCH cheaper to buy all teh part and build it yourself ::>

[Jeezy]

I would recommend this one

 

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=999973300050009&type=product&productCategoryId=pcmcat73200050029&id=pcmprd73200050009

[azemkamikaze03]

lol thanks jeez

[LÎnkinPärkExtreme]

lol not all of us get stuff that way

Yeah i know :-P I was just saying.

 

You actually have to remember to defrag lol! And have boot disks ready if you forget,because you'll be seeing the good old blue screen!

Yeah well I have a friend he hasn't defrag his computer for over 3 years! and he still hasn't encounter the Blue Screen... Plus... you can get the screen of death from other problems, not just because you haven't defraged your pc. lol:lol:

 

I would recommend this one

 

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=999973300050009&type=product&productCategoryId=pcmcat73200050029&id=pcmprd73200050009

Yeah that will last maybe 3 or so years, if you look after it well. But I wouldn't recommend that PC for a gaming machine.:thumbsup:

[Jeezy]

Yeah that will last maybe 3 or so years, if you look after it well. But I wouldn't recommend that PC for a gaming machine.:thumbsup:

 

 

he didn't say that he want's a gaming machine...

 

and why should it just last for 3 years?

[LÎnkinPärkExtreme]

he didn't say that he want's a gaming machine...

 

and why should it just last for 3 years?

Because computers under 1000 usually only last a few years... that's why you see people buy computers for over 2,500, but it WILL last a lot longer if he upgrades it every year or so. :thumbsup: But like I always say, custom built Computers can never be beaten by company built ones. :thumbsup: But you never know, he might turn into a gaming freak, i did when I first got my first PC, lucky it was 1 I built! :-P But that's just my opinion.

[shadowfax1007]

Ok dude, Im focusing mainly on point 3:

"I will primarily be using this cpu for internet, photoshop, and music editing. occasionally maybe film."

 

I do ALOT of Internet, Heavy Photoshopping (large file size/large images), and some music and video editing.

 

Over the past few years, I've used a variety of systems, ranging from low end budget PC's, to high end multimedia computers, and I'll tell you that for Multimedia (such as photoshop, video etc) Mac's have been the best. In my whole time using Mac's (i use them multiple times a week) I have only ever had 1 crash, 1 crash, compared to shit loads using Windows. Not only that, Image, Audio and Video editing programs run brillantly and efficently on Mac's, so for your needs, I suggest that you get the iMac, it will do what you need perfectly. Also, you can use BootCamp and install the Windows operating system, so you can use both. There is now another program that can do that too, cant remember its name...

 

If you cant afford the iMac, or decide against it, my next suggestion is a COMPANY made computer, that has Dual Core, 1gb of RAM, at least 200gb of hard drive space and a PCI card wireless adapter. Don't bother with custom made, at least, not for your needs, the only time you would truely need custom made is for the hardcore gamers or 3d designers. Having a company made computer has its advantages, such as warranty and tech support. When you have issues with a custom built computer and you try and get tech support, it can be absolute hell. Example: Your graphics card dies, you ring the company, they say "hey, its not our fault, its one of the other company's faulty parts conflicting", you ring the other company, and they do the same thing, blaming someone else, and it never ends.

 

And your better buying a computer in the budget you have set yourself, rather then buying a high end pc and upgrading it yearly, because if you constantly upgrade it will cost you more then just buying a new computer every 3 - 5 years. Computers will last as long as you take care of them, they dont just suddenly "die" after a few years.

 

Personally though, I would not recommend Dell for your needs. Their computers tend to be just for the standard user, not much good for multimedia users and designers.

[azemkamikaze03]

Ok dude, Im focusing mainly on point 3:

"I will primarily be using this cpu for internet, photoshop, and music editing. occasionally maybe film."

 

I do ALOT of Internet, Heavy Photoshopping (large file size/large images), and some music and video editing.

 

Over the past few years, I've used a variety of systems, ranging from low end budget PC's, to high end multimedia computers, and I'll tell you that for Multimedia (such as photoshop, video etc) Mac's have been the best. In my whole time using Mac's (i use them multiple times a week) I have only ever had 1 crash, 1 crash, compared to shit loads using Windows. Not only that, Image, Audio and Video editing programs run brillantly and efficently on Mac's, so for your needs, I suggest that you get the iMac, it will do what you need perfectly. Also, you can use BootCamp and install the Windows operating system, so you can use both. There is now another program that can do that too, cant remember its name...

 

If you cant afford the iMac, or decide against it, my next suggestion is a COMPANY made computer, that has Dual Core, 1gb of RAM, at least 200gb of hard drive space and a PCI card wireless adapter. Don't bother with custom made, at least, not for your needs, the only time you would truely need custom made is for the hardcore gamers or 3d designers. Having a company made computer has its advantages, such as warranty and tech support. When you have issues with a custom built computer and you try and get tech support, it can be absolute hell. Example: Your graphics card dies, you ring the company, they say "hey, its not our fault, its one of the other company's faulty parts conflicting", you ring the other company, and they do the same thing, blaming someone else, and it never ends.

 

And your better buying a computer in the budget you have set yourself, rather then buying a high end pc and upgrading it yearly, because if you constantly upgrade it will cost you more then just buying a new computer every 3 - 5 years. Computers will last as long as you take care of them, they dont just suddenly "die" after a few years.

 

Personally though, I would not recommend Dell for your needs. Their computers tend to be just for the standard user, not much good for multimedia users and designers.

 

see this was a good post cuz it makes sense.

I wont pick up gaming, cuz I already did when I was twelve and I grew out of it.

But yea the family computer has been around for about 3 (maybe 4) years and so far it hasn't died.

It has crashed numerous times (I love windows) lol.

But your right though, for me id rather buy a new computer every 5 years then just upgrade, because by then a lot of the "features" in my computer will become out dated and I will probably need the new ones. And spending X amount on a new windows or spending this amount on a new program or anything ends up becoming costly.

 

I think I am going to go with a Mac. But with this Bootcamp thing... does it run both Windows and Apple's program or does it just run apple's os but makes it compatible with everything that only windows can install?

[shadowfax1007]

see this was a good post cuz it makes sense.

I wont pick up gaming, cuz I already did when I was twelve and I grew out of it.

But yea the family computer has been around for about 3 (maybe 4) years and so far it hasn't died.

It has crashed numerous times (I love windows) lol.

But your right though, for me id rather buy a new computer every 5 years then just upgrade, because by then a lot of the "features" in my computer will become out dated and I will probably need the new ones. And spending X amount on a new windows or spending this amount on a new program or anything ends up becoming costly.

 

I think I am going to go with a Mac. But with this Bootcamp thing... does it run both Windows and Apple's program or does it just run apple's os but makes it compatible with everything that only windows can install?

 

About a year ago, a couple of uni guys figured out a way to run Windows on a separate partition on a Mac, Mac then took their idea and made it an official program, which is free to download off their website. Essentially what it does is create a dual boot mode, so you can choose which operating system to run, example, you turn your computer on, hold a key combination, then the choice of Windows or Mac OS pops up, and you choose which you would like to use. Kind of like having Windows XP Home and XP Pro installed at the same time, and choosing which you would like to run. But you cant run both operating systems at once, like you cant use Windows programs when your using the mac OS and vice versa.

 

There is another program that emulates Windows XP, you install XP and then run it through that program, the difference being that XP runs in the Mac OS, so you can still use Mac programs, although I am unsure on the speed/efficiency of this program.

 

Some places offer Bootcamp pre-installed, as the installation can be pretty tricky, but if you do it yourself, just look around, there is plenty of documentation on the install process.

 

Good luck