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Parents Computer Buying Checklist
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Guide to buying the perfect (PC)
by: Dee Kerr
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(PC)s have become a staple in every home. Without (PC)s, you will find it hard to stay connected and to even do the work required of you in school or in the office. With so much (PC) packages being shoved to our throat every time we go to department stores and personal computer (PC) shops, you'll really get quite confused on what you really need and what (PC) package will fit your budget and lifestyle. To help you through this dilemma, here is a brief backgrounder of the parts of (PC)s that you should get to know.
Processor.
This is one of the three primary components of your (PC). The processor is the part that determines how fast your personal computer (PC) process information. Intel is still the leading brand in processors but competitors such as American Micro Devices (AMD) are slowly catching up, offering cheaper alternative. In shopping for a processor, one should consider the following:
Clock speed - this will show the number of instructions that a personal computer (PC) can execute in a second. This usually comes after the brand name. Processors nowadays are already set at the gigahertz range.
Cache memory - this stores the data that were previously accessed. This simplifies the work of the personal computer (PC) as it would not take twice as long to access information already stored in memory bank. Without a cache memory, much of the work will fall on the RAM (Random Access Memory).
Operating temperature - some processors easily heats up. Before buying, make sure that you have asked about the operating temperature just in case you need to buy additional fans or put the personal computer (PC) in an air-conditioned room.
RAM (Random Access Memory).
RAM serves as the temporary memory of the (PC), containing information that are needed for the personal computer (PC) and the programs to function. In addition to processors, RAM also determines the speed of the personal computer (PC). The higher the RAM, the faster the personal computer (PC) is in accessing information and responding to commands.
Motherboard
This is where all the parts of the (PC)'s CPU (Central Processing Unit) are attached. Some motherboards already have videocards and soundcards embedded on it while others don't. what is important however is to choose a motherboard that is compatible with your RAM and processor. Incompatibility of (PC) hardware can cause major problems and may even lead to the breakdown of your personal computer (PC).
Hard drive.
This is the part where you store all the information in your (PC). Picture a floppy disk with much much larger storing capacity. The hard drive serves as the permanent memory of your personal computer (PC). Here you install all your programs and save all the documents that you need. It is also important that you buy a hard drive with really big capacity especially now when people are so used to storing multimedia files that may use up a lot of hard drive space.
Video cards
This is the part of the personal computer (PC) which determines the quality of the multimedia images that you will view. The higher the memory of the video card, the better is the picture quality and the colors. Also, video cards are also responsible for how fast multimedia images are accessed. This is especially needed if you use your personal computer (PC) for multimedia activities such as watching a movie or playing video games.
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