| Choosing the right desktop computer for the home | | | | Many times stores will offer a deal on the purchase of |
| shouldn't be too difficult if you have the right | | | | a printer along with the computer. Again, what's |
| information. You can pick the best computer for your | | | | important here is to purchase only what is necessary. |
| needs by following these basic suggestions about | | | | Unless the printer will be used for heavy graphics or |
| purchasing a new computer. | | | | photographs, a basic one is all that is needed. |
| The first consideration is to determine how the | | | | In regards to purchasing an extended warranty on a |
| computer will be used. Light computer use, like email, | | | | home desktop computer, many computer experts say |
| internet, and word processing, only requires a basic | | | | no. Almost all computers come with a basic 1-year |
| model that can be purchased at any large discount | | | | warranty, and most problems happen in the first 90 |
| store. For this kind of computer use, brand names are | | | | days. Extended warranties are usually through |
| not nearly as important as cost. | | | | third-party vendor and not the actual manufacturer |
| Computers used for gaming need a faster processor | | | | anyway. |
| as well as more RAM or random-access memory. | | | | The one absolute necessity for any computer |
| The same applies for computers used for home | | | | purchaser is to make sure the machine comes |
| videos or digital photography. These computers also | | | | equipped with antivirus software. And no matter how |
| need more memory, as well as a better graphics and | | | | infrequent internet use might be, it's vitally important that |
| sound card. | | | | the antivirus software remain up-to-date. |
| When it comes to the monitor, bigger and flatter is | | | | Purchasing a new home desktop computer should not |
| easier on the eyes. However, if computer use will be | | | | be stressful. Armed with these few good tips, a |
| light, the added expense of a larger monitor probably | | | | consumer will be knowledgeable enough to make the |
| isn't worth it. | | | | right decision. |