A Desktop Computer is a type of personal computer (PC) in a form intended for regular use at a single location or in layman's term a type of PC that can lie flat on the desk or table. It is the most popular type of personal computer for home and business use. Buying a Desktop Computer could be a big decision to make.
Here are some things that I think you should consider before Buying a Desktop Computer:
Computer Tip No.1: The Cost or Budget?
If you would ask me this is the first and one of the most important thing you should consider when Buying a Desktop Computer. Most of the time when somebody ask for my help on this aspect I usually replied, "How much is your Budget?".Yes for me this is important because this would define the performance of the Desktop Computer you will purchasing. Usually a Medium to High End Desktop would cost around $300 to $1,000 but here in the Philippines the cost would be around 10,000 to 30,000 pesos and that is only for clone PC, a branded is another story since most of persons buy branded computers are those who can afford or usually used for business and that cost around 30,000 to 50,000 pesos. And this prices applies only for brand new computer. There are used or refurbished Desktop Computer that costs around less than a $100 or around 5,000 to 10,000 pesos.
Computer Tip No.2: The Usage and User?
So you have already made up your mind about the budget the next question is that how will you be using your Desktop Computer. This would be one of the important factors to consider in Buying a Desktop Computer. If you would ask computer sales man they would simply reply with those computer jargon that a simple people would not really understand and end up nodding and buying a computer that would be more than they need. That is okay if your budget is flexible but what if you have a tight budget. The Computer Tip #2 will show you the different kind of usage and user. I will also give some sample specification for each kind of User.
Here are some kind of User:
User #1: The Student / Home User - A student usually goes for research works, term papers and some minor music and video. Well I should know since I have been a student before but this time a student user comes in variety well that depends on what are they studying. Let us focus on a simple student. Well initially what does a student want for his Desktop Computer. Usually they need a medium range of speed and space for their computer. Which they can work for their paper works. This would also apply for people that just goes online and browse that does not concern more download. This is also the most common users compared to those others.
Sample Specification:
* Processor: 2 G Hz - 3.2 G Hz Dual Core (AMD or Intel)
* Motherboard: Any Compatible MB for the Processor with built in Sound/Video/LAN
* RAM: 512 MB - 1 GB
* Video: Built in
* Hard drive: 160 GB - 250 GB
* Sound: Built in
* Monitor: 17" Flat or FPD
* Optical Drive: Dual Layer DVD R/W Optical Drive
* Keyboard: Ergonomic Keyboard
* Mouse: Optical Mouse
* Speaker: 2.0 or 2.1 speaker
User #2: The Music, Photo and Video Lover/Maker - A Music, Photo and Video Lover/Maker are those people that really loves music, photos and video that they would like to create , download and store music, photos and videos to their computers. Usually this type of user needs a medium to high range resources and spaces. You will see the difference in memory, hard drive, video with regards to User #1 but in some points I could say they are the same. You will also notice on the sample specs below is the addition of the TV Tuner which they use to record and capture videos from TV or camcorders.
Sample Specification:
* Processor: 2 G Hz - 3.2 G Hz Dual Core (AMD or Intel)
* Motherboard: Any Compatible MB for the Processor with built in Sound/Video/LAN
* RAM: 1 GB - 2 GB
* Video: Could use the Built in video or a medium range video card
* Hard drive: 250 GB - 500 GB
* Sound: Could use the Built in sound or a medium range sound card
* TV Tuner/Capture Card: Yes
* Monitor: 21" - 32" FPD or HDTV
* Optical Drive: Dual Layer DVD R/W Optical Drive
* Keyboard: Ergonomic Keyboard
* Mouse: Optical Mouse
* Speaker: 2.1 to 7.1 speaker
User #3: The Gamer - Well I think this is the last and the one that needs a high end computer. This type of user usually the one that has the highest specification and those person that keeps on upgrading or maxing out there computer.
Sample Specification:
* Processor: 2 G Hz - 3.2 G Hz Quad Core (AMD or Intel)
* Motherboard: Any Compatible MB for the Processor with built in Sound/Video/LAN
* RAM: 2 GB - Max
* Video: High end video card
* Hard drive: 500 GB to 1 TB
* Sound: Could use the Built in sound or a medium range sound card
* TV Tuner/Capture Card: Yes
* Monitor: 21" - 32" FPD or HDTV
* Optical Drive: Dual Layer DVD R/W Optical Drive
* Keyboard: Ergonomic Keyboard
* Mouse: Optical Mouse
* Speaker: 2.1 to 7.1 speaker
Computer Tip No.3: Where to Buy?
So you have finally decided and the last question is where to buy. There are certain options you have it is either go to some online stores or local stores. Well that depends on you which is more convenient. But if you would ask me it would be better if you purchase or buy your Desktop computer on a local store. Why? Because it is much accessible if it is just a drive away and ask for a technical support or a warranty claim if anything goes wrong or need further assistance. Try to check your local stores since there are some local stores that has online technical support.
I do hope this Computer Tips on Buying A Desktop Computer do provide you with a good info or at least point you on the right direction in making the decision. For any other Computer Questions you may leave a message on "Need Help On Computers?". Thanks for reading.
