Buying a New Computer on a Budget. 2005-10-24

Play Now -->

DATE : Tue, 25 Oct 2005 05:07:40 +0000
Entered in Database : 2005-10-25 05:07:40
length : 14112397
Link to the Show / Show Notes

Do not fall into the normal traps when purchasing a new pc. Bigger is not always better and you can get great performance on a small budget. This week we give you the basics and focus on purchasing a pc that does what you need at that moment. Subject: Buying a New Computer on a Budget. # 00:19 Sponsor: ~~ The HomeNetworkHelp.Info website and podcast is sponsored by GoToMeeting.com and GoToMyPC. For a GoToMeeting Promo Code go to: http://www.homenetworkhelp.info/gotomeeting or for a GoToMyPC Promo Code go to: http://www.homenetworkhelp.info/gotomypc and each promo code lets you try either software for 45 days free. # 00:51 My Comments: ~~ Carcast some good comments. Thanks! ~~ Some great feedback and questions lately. Keep it up! ~~ GoToMeeting Live Events. Sign up! Looks like the November event will have the letters DVR in it. ~~ Videos moving to faster location. Next series released soon. # 05:22 Sponsor: ~~ GoToMeeting ~~ GoDaddy - Take $5 off any order of $30 or more at GoDaddy.com! Code: Tech4 # 06:00 Content: Buying a New Computer on a Budget. ~~ 3 signs you need a new computer. 1. Bootup Issues. 2. The system grinds away. 3. Your computer will not handle Windows XP or certain software applications. ~~ Should I buy a laptop or a desktop? 1. Compare size vs. portability. 2. Determine how much power and memory you need. 3. Factor in the price. 4. Evaluate upgradeability and repair options. ~~ 7 things to look for in a new desktop PC. 1. The Microprocessor. 2. The Operating System. 3. Random Access Memory. 4. Hard Drive. 5. Video Card. 6. The Monitor. ~~ 7 tips for getting the laptop you need. 1. Know your needs. 2. Choose your speed from a multitude of multiprocessors. Pentium 4: This is a desktop chip. It's powerful and power-hungry and runs hot. Pentium 4-M: These are less powerful than their desktop brothers. But they are better with batteries, and the computers are not as heavy. Pentium M: These run slower than the 4, but they are just about as powerful. Athlon XP-M: Advanced Micro Devices answer to the Pentium. This is a good chip, and is usually cheap. Athlon 64: This is a top of the line chip from AMD. 64-bit based software but runs 32. This chip is extremely fast. Celeron and Celeron M: The budget chip from Intel. This is not as fast as the Pentiums or the AMD chips. Transmeta: These are used by a few Japanese manufacturers. Transmeta chips are on the slow side. 3. If you travel a lot, invest in a wireless-equipped laptop. 4. Random Access Memory. 5. Hard Drive. 6. Video Card. 7. Accessories. ~~ Disposing of the old PC.

Play in your Iphone