Featuring My Own PC

I always dreamed of a PC with a superior cooling system, a good casing, 19” LCD monitor, a super high end processor and about 8 GB of RAM.  But then again I realized, do I really need such a powerful PC?  Thinking about it, I’m luckier than some of my friends, who are still using Pentium 4 or lower version of processors and they are much contented with their PCs.  Well here it is, my PC specifications, I’m currently using:

Intel Pentium Dual Core CPU  E2140  @ 1.60GHz, I’m planning to upgrade it to at least Core 2 Duo CPU, but then again when I asked the PC guy in the computer store what is the difference between a Dual Core and the Core 2 Duo, he answered that while the Dual Core operates at 100% capacity the Core 2 Duo works at 130% capacity.  For me a 30% gap it’s not a big difference.  I do have a 3 GB of RAM (2GB Kingston and 1GB Apacer) which allowed me to have a 64-bit operating system, funny thing is that I’ve been using this PC for quite sometime now and I just recently discovered that my system is 64-bit capable upon running the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor.  I have 2 HDD a 250 GB Samsung and another 250 GB Hitachi, that makes 0.5 Terabyte of HDD space for my downloads, files, music and movies! I also have 2 DVD-RW drives (both Lite-On) both dual-layer capable and the one has a LightsSribe feature. I got an ECS P4M900T-M main board, a generic power supply and generic ATX casing.  An A4Tech Keyboard, Sony optical mouse, Logitech S100 speakers, and Microsoft LifeCam VX-700 - which I acquired from Microsoft in an on-going IE8 trivia contest.  For my monitor, I have a 15” Samsung SyncMaster 591s CRT monitor, sadly I still don’t have budget for an LCD monitor, but I’m planning to upgrade soon.  For my operating system, I have Windows 7 Ultimate Edition, I got the promotional disc during the hunt for points contest of Microsoft Philippines. And that’s just it!

Summary of my PC specifications:
Intel Pentium Dual Core CPU  E2140  @ 1.60GHz
ECS P4M900T-M Main Board
3 GB RAM (2GB Kingston and 1GB Apacer)
2 x 250 GB HDD (Samsung and Hitachi)
15” Samsung SyncMaster CRT Monitor
2 x DVD-RW Optical Drive (with dual layer and lightscribe capabilities)
A4Tech Keyborad
Sony Optical mouse
Logitech S100 speakers
Microsoft LifeCam VX-700
Ganuine Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit Version

How to buy a PC in Gilmore!

For a first time computer buyer, buying a personal computer (PC) is as easy as 1-2-3. You’re going to:

1. Choose;

2. Order; and

3. Pay for your unit

Then presto you have your new PC! But let me teach you what I learned in buying a PC because I know that one should not spend a lot in acquiring a a new one. In purchasing a pc,you have to consider the following:

1. Consider what will be its purpose. Whether for gaming, for web surfing, for office use, for video and audio editting, etc, there’s a pc suited for your needs!;

2. Consider also the value for your money. You have to compare prices before you decide! You have to visit other coomputer store for they might offer you a much better deal! And;

3. Specifications. You have to choose the hardware to be installed in your new PC. It might be tedious if you are not well versed in computers, but hey there’s always a room for learning! You have to research or to ask! Don’t just go buy a packaged pc for you might regret it!

I remember the last time I bought a brand new pc for my cousins I just spent PhP 13,000.00 for a complete set! And the good thing is that the package comes with a Acer 15” LCD monitor! How so? Well I considered the users of the pc, they are kids, and the purpose for the computer is mainly for school projects, internet browsing, and games. System specs is Intel Celeron 430 1.8 GHz, ECS G31T/M7 mainboard with built in sound and video card, 250 Gb HDD, and 1 Gb RAM. This is a good deal when you’re considering your budget!

A tip for first time buyers, in comparing prices, you can access the sites of some PC stores located in Gilmore. The following are some computer stores that offers a great value gor your money:

Gaisano-Interpace www.gaisano-interpace.com

PC Gilmore www.pcgilmore.com.ph

PC Express www.pcx.com.ph

PC City www.pccityph.com