Choosing the best computer for you is just so very difficult than choosing good attire or then buying a few grocery items from the super market. You will first have to decide why you want a computer, the applications for which you will be using a computer and whether you will be using it all by yourself or will all members of the family use it. You might use a computer for data processing, word processing and surfing the net; your son and daughter may use it to play games and so on. Thus it is important that you pay attention at the different specifications mentioned here which will be very helpful.
Operating system
You will have to first decide up on what kind of operating system you would prefer. Most popular is Microsoft Windows XP, Mac OS and Linux. Mac OS and Windows are easiest to use for those not too familiar with computers and there is a variety of softwares available for these platforms.
Processor
Choosing this can be really very difficult and at times it can also be very tricky too. A processor is also known as a central processing unit which performs all the computer functions. AMD and Intel are the two companies ruling the roost here and processors from either can be selected. AMD offer more value for money processors while Intel offers high performance CPUs.
Memory (RAM)
Memory is something which stores all the data. It is commonly known as random access memory. The more the RAM the faster will the computer applications work and it will also respond faster. You can select this as per your work requirements. 2Gb is now the norm.
Hard drive
The most primary part of any computer is the hard drive. High capacity drives are now available as standard and it is common to see 300 Gb and 500 Gb hard disks. A lot of storage space where you can store all your favourite movies, songs, files, data and information.
