Even for modest needs, consider buying a 20GB or larger hard drive. If you can still afford it, 1GB is preferable for working with heavy multimedia files or several demanding applications at a time. The bigger the monitor, the better the display. If MP3 files and DVD movies are vital, get a quality sound card and audio system. For enhanced sound quality, complement the system with a three-piece speaker system, which consists of two satellite speakers and a subwoofer.
Software bundled with the system is also important.
For basic needs, focus on a word processor, a spreadsheet application, an Internet browser and anti-virus software. Vendors often include a full suite of business applications with the system or offer it at a discount, saving you more bucks. All rights reserved.