-=PCTechTalk=- Re: looking for new computer
- From: "cristy" <poppy0206@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <pctechtalk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Sun, 25 Mar 2007 10:46:48 -0400
thanks Sir Troth,
I will check that out. I guess I need to also decide about service if I
need any and what would be better local or ordering online. I never really
used service from Dell. And on my old VPR Matrix from Best Buy I used their
service via phone once with terrible results, a crash. ;(
Christine
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From: "~OoO~" <SirTroth@xxxxxxxxxxx>
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Sent: Sunday, March 25, 2007 10:23 AM
Subject: -=PCTechTalk=- Re: looking for new computer
> Dual-core is 2 processors put together into one package, or CPU chip. Its
> basically the same as having 2 processors, and sandwiching them together.
> To take advantage of dual-core, the application must have been programmed
> as such. However, if the OS is dual-core compatible, as is Vista, then
> even NON-dual-core-compatible apps can take advantage since you can run
> multiple apps, each using one core.
> With that said...
>
> Besides Dell, I now VERY HEAVILY recommend systems from IBuyPower.com,
> which is sort of like what Alienware was when they first started out. They
> have good priced, high-powered systems.
>
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> On Sat, 24 Mar 2007 12:33:01 -0400, cristy wrote:
>> Thanks Don,
>>
>> That gives me something to go on. I really have not decided yet
>> on getting a Dell for sure, might also look locally at some
>> computer stores.
>>
>> I dont even know what the dual core is all about, terminology has
>> changed alot since I last bought a computer. I do have a router,
>> need to see what kind it is, my neice uses a wireless laptop off
>> of my computer and router.
>>
>> thanks,
>>
>> Christine
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "dswabc"
>> To:
>> Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2007 11:32 AM
>> Subject: -=PCTechTalk=- Re: looking for new computer
>>
>>
>> First off... I have owned 5 different Dell
>> computers beginning with a Dell
>> L466c several years ago. I have had to use the
>> warranty service at least
>> once on every machine. I'm fixing to call them
>> again (for the 4th time) on
>> my latest purchase because the CD/DVD ROM drive
>> and the DVD burner are
>> acting up again. Needless to say, I do not
>> recommend Dell any more as a
>> quality machine. However, if you want good
>> customer service, Dell has it
>> and you will most likely need it.
>>
>> As to what you need on your new computer, I would
>> suggest at a minimum:
>>
>> Any dual core/core duo 64-bit processor
>> 2 GB RAM
>> DVD Burner +/-, DL and if available RAM
>> capability
>> Video adapter with 512MB RAM and wide screen
>> support with DVI output
>> SATA hard drive as large as you think you'll
>> need... bigger is better and
>> you can never have too big of a drive
>> 400 watt or larger power supply
>> 19" or larger wide screen digital monitor with
>> DVI input.
>> Wireless network adapter (Linksys if available
>> especially if you have a
>> Linksys wireless router)
>> 3 or 4 year warranty if buying a Dell
>>
>> Optional: card reader, extra USB ports, Firewire
>> port(s), 2nd hard drive,
>> CD/DVD-ROM drive, 3.5" floppy drive, premium
>> speakers, wireless laser or
>> optical mouse/keyboard.
>>
>> Don
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "cristy"
>> To:
>> Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2007 9:12 AM
>> Subject: -=PCTechTalk=- looking for new computer
>>
>>
>> > Hi everyone,
>> >
>> > I am thinking about getting a new computer
>> soon. Here we go. I went to
>> > the
>> > Dell site last night and wow when I went to
>> customize it, all these new
>> > options added it seems. It has been awhile and
>> I am not sure what options
>> > I
>> > really do or dont need now.
>> >
>> > Basically looking for a fairly powerful
>> computer with good graphics and
>> > sound, enough memory for movie editing, enough
>> storage for movies/photos,
>> > would like to be able to create CD's and DVD's,
>> to play and record. And
>> > do
>> > not want a very large computer.
>> >
>> > Also wondering if it is better to buy from a
>> local dealer or just as good
>> > to
>> > order online through someone like Dell. I do
>> have Dell now, so far all
>> > is
>> > good. It is about 3 years old.
>>
>>
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