I want to buy my first desktop computer. I know a good amount about OPERATING computers, but not so much about the actual hardware. I do not have much money, so please do not even both recommending something expensive. As of now I have about $400 + $100 Best Buy gift card. My birthday is in two weeks so I can expect to have $600-$700. That is my price range. I'll give you an idea of things I will be using this for and what I want it to be able to do..
Some applications and programs:
-Adobe Photoshop 7
-AOL Instant Messenger
-Internet Explorer
-Mozilla Firefox
-I-Tunes
-Limewire
-Various Microsoft applications (word, powerpoint, etc.)
-Bittorrent
-Audacity
-World of Warcraft
-Room for any other software I may want, but nothing major. (tabit)
I want to be able to run various programs and applications without it freezing. For example I want to be doing my homework on Microsoft Word, listening to music on iTunes, and talking with my friends on AIM all at the same time without it freezing. I am not a PC Gamer. I play my Xbox 360. The only game I would really play would be World of Warcraft, although I may play the occasional game, but nothing at all over the top. (Counter-Strike, Age of Empires) So there is really no need for you to recommend a gaming computer.
I definitely want a good, reliable computer that will not freeze on me and will be able to handle any applications or programs I want to add to it. I am a big music guy, so I will be editing music, burning CDs..things in that area. The main reason I want my own computer is to keep it clean, organized, and personalized. Sharing a computer is just becoming a hassle.
The computer I was looking at getting was the HP Pavilion a1600n. These are the specs. -
* AMD Athlonâ„¢ 64 X2 dual-core processor 3800+ for increased multitasking performance; improved security with Enhanced Virus Protection; Cool'n'Quietâ„¢ Technology to minimize heat and noise
* 1GB PC2-4200 DDR2 SDRAM for multitasking power, expandable to 4GB
* Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media; DVD-RAM support; also supports LightScribe direct-disc labels using compatible LightScribe media
EDIT- I left out something very important..I need to be able to get internet on my computer using a wireless router. The place I would intend to put it does not have a cable plug..it would be much easier for me if I could connect to the wireless router that is already in place in my home.
Would this be a good computer for what I need? Have any recommendations or tips?
Thanks!
Some applications and programs:
-Adobe Photoshop 7
-AOL Instant Messenger
-Internet Explorer
-Mozilla Firefox
-I-Tunes
-Limewire
-Various Microsoft applications (word, powerpoint, etc.)
-Bittorrent
-Audacity
-World of Warcraft
-Room for any other software I may want, but nothing major. (tabit)
I want to be able to run various programs and applications without it freezing. For example I want to be doing my homework on Microsoft Word, listening to music on iTunes, and talking with my friends on AIM all at the same time without it freezing. I am not a PC Gamer. I play my Xbox 360. The only game I would really play would be World of Warcraft, although I may play the occasional game, but nothing at all over the top. (Counter-Strike, Age of Empires) So there is really no need for you to recommend a gaming computer.
I definitely want a good, reliable computer that will not freeze on me and will be able to handle any applications or programs I want to add to it. I am a big music guy, so I will be editing music, burning CDs..things in that area. The main reason I want my own computer is to keep it clean, organized, and personalized. Sharing a computer is just becoming a hassle.
The computer I was looking at getting was the HP Pavilion a1600n. These are the specs. -
* AMD Athlonâ„¢ 64 X2 dual-core processor 3800+ for increased multitasking performance; improved security with Enhanced Virus Protection; Cool'n'Quietâ„¢ Technology to minimize heat and noise
* 1GB PC2-4200 DDR2 SDRAM for multitasking power, expandable to 4GB
* Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL media; DVD-RAM support; also supports LightScribe direct-disc labels using compatible LightScribe media
EDIT- I left out something very important..I need to be able to get internet on my computer using a wireless router. The place I would intend to put it does not have a cable plug..it would be much easier for me if I could connect to the wireless router that is already in place in my home.
Would this be a good computer for what I need? Have any recommendations or tips?
Thanks!