According to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the April-June 2012 quarter, the price of computers fell over the last three months â€" but fruit and vegetables went up in cost. What's going on? Picture by Suvodeb Banerjee. The 3.8 per cent drop in ... How Computers Got Cheaper But Apples Cost More
Where do you start? Old wisdom suggests that you should by the best computer that you can afford and this still holds true. In short you should start with the fastest processor (CPU) and one with the most Random Access Memory (memory), which will ensure good performance and longevity. Next again get the largest hard drive that you can afford. Modern software takes up an alarming amount of hard drive space, so you may be surprised at how quickly you will fill it up.
The basic components of a computer system are: CPU, monitor, keyboard and mouse. Always ensure that these are included in the purchase price, although it is rare, sometimes computer packages do not include all the basic components and will have to be bought separately which often works out being more expensive. Here are some more top tips:
1. Rule number one Decide what you'll use the computer for. The main uses are: small home office/ business, using the Internet and email, studying and word-pro cessing. Once you have decided what your primary use is going to be this will allow you to choose what if any, accessories you require. Common accessories include printers, scanners, digital cameras and many others. Making a full inventory of your requirements will ensure that you don't spend unnecessarily on software and hardware and keeps your expenditure down to a minimum. Now that you have an idea of what you want, does some initial research then create a budget and stick to into include. Be sure to include such things as insurance into your budget. Computers can be an expensive asset so make sure that you protect it.
2. As a general rule when considering which make and model of computer you want, try and stick to the bigger brand names. This can work out to be slightly more expensive; however, you do get a certain amount of peace of mind, with a household brand name. And you can be sure that you will not only get a quality product but also a quality service, warra nty and returns policy if things should go wrong.
3. Finally don't rush into your purchase, take the time to shop around, both in the high street and on the Internet. Once you have selected your store, stay focused and don't let the sales person seduce you into buying over your budget. Is that special offer really worth the extra outlay? Often these offers include software and peripherals that you would never use, so stick to your plan.
Finally don't forget to haggle and ask if that the best price for your selection. In the present economical climate in an attempt to shift stock, stores can and will make some substantial discounts to secure your money, so ask.
I hope these suggestions have given you a start in selecting your first computer, good luck and happy computing.
Find More How to Buy the Best Computer For You at the Price That You Can Afford TopicsQuestion by Daniel N: What is the best computer, regardless of price? I'm just curious :P. The best answer will get 10 points in 4 hours, guaranteed :). Please give me both Laptops and Desktops. I'd appreciate if you supplied a computer for the following companies: HP- Dell- Or any other. By Best computer, I mean that it is able to process any game, no matter how demanding, without a single flaw. That it is able to do both basic and extremely complex operations. A PERFECT computer. I'm looking for actual computers, not brands >.>. Best answer for What is the best computer, regardless of price?:
Answer by wefixcomputers.net
Best computer is Alienware http://alienware.com/ and VooDooPC http://www.voodoopc.com/
Answer by Tuea
The best computer on the market is the XT3 Cray! You did say price was no object... http://www.hpcwire.com/topic/processors/17904139.html
Answer by GhostMan
i think you call those supercomputers...but if i was gonna buy a really good computer i would get an alienware but for your personal computer, the best you would possibly need is quad core 3gz with two nvidia gtx 280 graphics card that would be perfect for gaming....but you are clearly a noob and it would be of no use to you
Answer by Drew the Spartan
No computer on Earth can process everything with no flaws. Computers make flaws, just like humans. Anyways, do what I did and build it yourself. When i first got into computers and gaming I designed a dream computer on Alienware's website. It came out to $ 11,000! I refused to pay that much for he best. After all, that's the price of a car. So I wrote down all the parts they said were in the machine, went to www.tigerdirect.com, and built it myself. I saved about $ 6000, oit cost my five grand. I built it in three days. Building it yourself is not only easy but clearly cost efficent.
Answer by bbjeg
If your going to a store, ask for the best "upgradable" computer. The starting PC may be great but there are companies out there that focuses on a certain part of the computer, like Nvidia graphic cards and Intell processors, that they're not going to put in the starting PC so they can sell it to you directly. I never go to places like best buy to buy a computer but rather the computer shows to buy the best tower then go out and find the best parts.
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