While desktop computers can be a little more bulky than laptops, they offer a lot more power too. From playing games to watching movies; from designing to development they play many different roles in our life. They are hugely useful in many different working environments from offices to hospitals. And unlike laptops, Desktop Computers are cheaper and faster.
There are many large companies that manufacture and sell desk top computers. There are also many different types that are useful in many different areas. The key differentiator is with the internal components; Microprocessor, RAM (Random Access Memory), Hard drive, Monitor, Graphics Card. So let’s talk about these components in detail.
Microprocessor – It is called the “Brain of the Computer†and is responsible for the overall functioning of your Desktop Computer. Be very precise when it comes to this. For home use you may choose a dual core processor, Core 2 duo or Quad Core for professional developers. The Core 2 Extreme Processor (the fastest available in the market) is great for the high end gamers.
RAM – it helps in increasing the performance of the computer, today generally 2 GB (Gigabyte) of RAM comes in with a Desktop Computer that can be upgraded to 4 GB or more.
Hard drive – Desktop computers can come with a huge amount of hard disk space. It is important to understand what you want to do with it. For example, if you are wanting to store a lot of movies and music, you may want to look at something as large as 500 GB or even higher.
Monitor – From a CRT monitor to a TFT, and from 15†inch to 21†inch, there are many different options and one suitable for everyone’s pocket.
Graphics Card – This enhances the graphics and display of your computer. A good graphics card will take your computer to a different level. There are dedicated as well as on board graphics available. Ranging from 64 mb – 1 gb of dedicated and 128mb – 1 gb of onboard graphics.
We can see that there are a number of factors to consider when choosing a new desktop computer so it is worth reading reviews and also keeping a look out for seasonal offers.