Computer

Computers are electronic objects in The Sims, The Sims 2, The Sims Stories, The Sims 3, and The Sims 4. Computers have appeared in every Sims game except for The Urbz: Sims in the City, The Sims 2 Castaway, The Sims Castaway Stories and The Sims Medieval. Their uses differ greatly from game to game, though in all games they are used to look for jobs and satisfying the Fun motive by playing video games.
== The Sims ==
In The Sims, computers are very simplistic in comparison to later games in the series; they are primarily Fun objects, with a couple of added bonuses to make up for the cost. A player who wants a Sim to have particular job may find it wise to have them invest in a cheap computer, as it will speed up their search fourfold as well as providing a good way for any children to study.
Function 	Description 	Requirements
Gaming 	Raises fun, depending on computer model. 	None
Finding a Job	Lists 3 jobs a day, while a newspaper has only one.	Adult life stage
Studying 	Raises grades over time. 	Child life stage
Computers vary drastically in price, as shown below. Despite the difference in cost, the only thing separating the models is the amount of fun gained by playing on them.
If a computer is placed on a community lot, only the Gaming function will be available. Sims who use a computer on a community lot will be charged between 5 and 35 Simoleons, depending on the computer's Fun rating.
=== Computers ===
====Moneywell Computer====
Specializing in refurbished computers, Moneywell assembles new systems from old parts, some still under 5 year warranty. A great educational tool for kids, all systems also include FREE Job-Seek software, game bundle, protocol converter and 28.8 modem. "Spend money well with a Moneywell computer!"
Fun: 3
====Microscotch Covetta Q628-1500JA====
Microscotch positions the Covetta Q628-1500JA for first time buyers. The unit offers average manageability and support and mostly average performance. GipChord audio card and Gimebyte motherboard provide serviceable gaming performance. Free internet access and Job-Seek software with purchase.
Fun: 5
====The Brahma 2000====
The high-end Bradbury Brahma 2000 has three key A/V interfaces: SPIF, SIM-Link, and HypWire digital video and peripheral interface. Benchmark tests blow the competition away making this a gaming monster. PugiProcessor, PACHI-2 memory slots, Giganta drives, Insana3 Graphics card, SIM disks, dual high-speed modems, TKY support, smart case, ergo-mouse. Pre-installed Job-Seek software and Bradbury Unabridged Encyclopedia.
Fun: 7
====Meet Marco====
"My software uses a decentralized, self-organizing network of artificial ecosystems of evolving information-filtering and discovery agents that cooperate and compete to find my consumer ideal work and gaming scenarios," said Marco himself at a recent trade show. "My frictionless work surfaces and microencapsulation module media monitor are destiny defined."
Fun: 9
== The Sims 2 ==
Some of the computer functions in The Sims 2 are similar to the phone functions in The Sims. The uses of a computer have been greatly expanded, as they could previously only be used for gaming and finding jobs. In general, using a computer will not disturb Sims or pets who are sleeping in the same room. However, the sound effects of computer games are loud enough to wake sleeping Sims or pets.
Computers on community lots can be used for more than just gaming, though some features are not available, and Sims are no longer charged for using them.
Computers in The Sims 2 are identical except for price and style. All but the cheapest raise a room's Environment score, and all give the same amount of fun.
There are only two models in the base game; the §1000 Moneywell Computer, and the §2800 Little Sister, WD-15.
Teen Style Stuff added a §2000 computer, the Pear ShinyStation XTR. This computer was also included in Apartment Life, but was not made visible in the catalog. Players who have Apartment Life but not Teen Style Stuff can make it visible in the Buy mode catalog by installing the proper Extra from the latest CEP. The free computer that Rod Humble delivers in FreeTime uses the same style, though it is a distinct object. Apartment Life added the LyfeB Gon Computer, which costs §1900. A pre-order bonus for Apartment Life was the GlowStation 90XD, which costs §2400, and has a slightly higher Environment score.
On September 13, 2004, EA made an Alienware computer available for download from the Exchange for The Sims 2. This computer costs §3100, and has a slightly higher Fun and Environment rating than other computers. While this download may still be available from sites which echo or archive content from TheSims2.com, players should note that it was never updated for any expansion packs. While it will work with expansions, only the base-game functions will be available. Some updated versions were made as custom content; a version updated for University through Pets is available here.
Players should note that, unlike other Buy mode objects in The Sims 2, newly bought computers depreciate as soon as the player switches back to Live mode.
===Actions===
Players should note that custom computers may not have options from some expansion packs.FreeTime altered computers so that their menu options are semi-global. Instructions for using SimPE to update custom computers for FreeTime or Apartment Life can be found here.
Function 	Description 	Requirements
Turn off 	Appears when the computer is left turned on. 	
Find a Job 	Lists five job openings a day while a newspaper only has three. The computer generally has better jobs than those found in the newspaper. 	None
Play Games 	Raises fun and Games enthusiasm. Will wake Sims who are sleeping in the same room. 	When a computer is bought, SSX 3 will be installed on it. Sims can play other games if purchasedAt times, SSX 3 may disappear from the Play... menu option after another game is purchased. Buying a video game console should restore it, even if the video game console is then sold
Find own place 	Moves selected family member into the Family Bin. 	Cannot be used unless there are at least 2 members in the household
Send Email/Check Email 	Allows Sims to send email to Sims they know, and to check email. Children can send and receive email, but only to/from other kids. If the Sim has email, a sound will play and the sender's face will appear in a thought bubble. 	None.Playable Sims without computers can send and check email on community lots, and can be emailed. Sims in the family bin cannot be emailed or send email
Chatrooms 	Lets Sims chat online with other Sims; Sims may chat autonomously. Children can chat, but only with other kids. Raises Fun and Social, and will automatically end when Social is nearly full. Can fulfill a want to meet somebody new. Boosts daily relationship by a point every few game minutes; most chats will not last long enough for this to be significant. If the two Sims are friends, will often result in the player being prompted to invite the other Sim over.	Not available on community lots.Townies and playable Sims with computers may be available for chatting, and there is a small chance of NPCs being available, but which (if any) Sims are available at any time is determined at random. Sims in the family bin will never be available for chatting.
Order Groceries 	Orders groceries online. 	None
Write a Novel 	Builds creativity and Film and Literature enthusiasm. The money made depends on the writer's creativity skill and their mood while writing. This feature is enhanced in FreeTime. 	Not available on community lots, unless they are in a college sub-neighborhood.All computers in a college sub-neighborhood are considered to be part of a campus network, and a term paper or novel started on one can be continued on any other.
Join LAN Party 	When a Sim plays a computer game, another can join using another computer on the lot. This will also raise the Social motive of the Sims. 	Two computers or more.
Apply and View scholarships	If teen Sims meet the requirements for a scholarship, they can apply for one. 	See the requirements for scholarships.
Register or Change Major 	Young adults can change major via computer. 	Young adult only. College lots only.
Write Term Paper 	Young adults at college can write a Term Paper to improve their semester grade. 	Young adult only. College lots only.
Hack Grades 	Young adults who join a secret society can improve their class performance by using the computer to hack their grades. 	Young adult who is Secret Society member only. College lots only.
Start Home Business 	Starts a home-business. 	None, but not available to young adults.
Purchase a Community Lot 	Adds Real Estate... interaction to purchase a community lot or order a deed. 	Ordering deed requires an owned community lot. College and Vacation community lots cannot be purchased.
Manage Business 	Hires or fires employees for an owned business or checks in a business lot. 	At least one owned business.
Find Pet Job 	Lists all three job listings for Pets. 	At least one Pet.
Book Vacation or Honeymoon 	Plans a vacation trip or honeymoon. 	Honeymoon can only be booked by engaged Sims.
Order Photo Album 	Orders a photo album or print a snapshot. 	At least one snapshot taken.
Purchase a Vacation Home 	Adds Real Estate... interaction to purchase a Vacation Home or order a deed. 	Ordering deed requires an owned Vacation Home.
Browse hobbies 	Sims can browse hobby tips online. 	Hobby enthusiasm level 4.
Blogging about hobbies 	Sims can post hobby tips online. 	Hobby enthusiasm level 7.
Start Gaming Competition 	Starts a gaming competition. Sims can choose any game to compete. Competing in a residential lot or dorm will not award money to the winner. 	At least two computers.
Give Financial Consulting 	Provides money every hour while the interaction is active. The amount of money earned depends on the Sim's logic skill. 	Sim with the equipped Financial Advice for Cash aspiration benefit.
Write Restaurant Guideand 	A Sim can write a restaurant guide, which is similar to writing a novel, only faster. The money made depends on the writer's cooking skill and Cuisine enthusiasm. 	Pleasure Aspiration Benefit.
Search for Roommates 	A Sim can search for a roommate to help with the rent. Only one roommate can be chosen. The number of roommates available on the list depend on Sims' reputation. 	Sims who live in an apartment.
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===Computers===
Unless otherwise noted, all computers have a Fun rating of 7. Unless otherwise noted, all computers other than the Moneywell Computer have an Environment rating of 2; the Moneywell has no Environment rating.
====Moneywell Computer====
Specializing in refurbished computers, Moneywell assembles new systems from old parts, some still under minimal warranty. A great educational tool for kids, each system also includes free job-seeking software, game bundle, and protocol converter. "Spend money well with a Moneywell computer!"
====Little Sister, WD15====
The latest in quantum computing, Little Sister is everything that doomsdayers fear in a technological advance--and more! 1 terabyte hard drive, military grade processor, stealth design . . . and a keyboard to boot! Guaranteed not to attempt autonomous world domination before 2015 or your money back.
A feature of this computer is that the screen folds down when the computer is turned off.
The mouse of this computer resembles a Servo.
====Pear ShinyStation XTR====
The Pear ShinyStation XTR comes with enough technical firepower to run the latest games, do some serious online chatting, or find a wide variety of jobs. It can hold more songs than you can sing and runs at 1.21 GigaWatts. Plus, it'll give you a whole bunch of geek cred.
Colors: Blue, Yellow, Off-white, Black (with skull), Pink (with cat-face)
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* The object was initially released in Teen Style Stuff, but was also included with Apartment Life. However, players that did not have Teen Style Stuff but had Apartment Life would not see the object. An "extra" in the Color Enabler Package fixes this glitch.
====Mr. Humble's Computer====
A generous gift from the mysterious Mr. Humble, containing all standard computer software and accessories, as well as an exclusive game!
The computer is delivered for free by Rod Humble whenever a household moves into the neighborhood in a large gift box. When opened, the computer will be added to the inventory of the Sim that opened the box, and The Sims 3 will become available to play on all computers on the lot.
====LyfeB Gon Computer====
This computer allows you to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary for hours of fun and learning. There are rumors of it causing rifts in marriages, but Marketing told us not to mention that. Uh...oh...
====Alienware®'s "Everything but the Saucer" Gaming PC====
Conspiracy has finally become reality in the form of the ultimate gaming machine! Strange viscous metals found at various top-secret crash sites have allowed the eccentric engineers at Alienware to finally live up to their namesake by bringing premium interstellar gaming technology out of the secret underground government warehouses and into the living room! Alienware: it's not just metaphorical anymore.
Fun: 8
Environment: 3
Colors: Green, Black, Blue
This was an official Maxis item which was available for download from TheSims2.com. However, it was never officially updated for any expansion packs. It will work with expansions, but will only provide base-game functions.
A replacement version that is fully updated for University through Pets is available at Mod The Sims. It can be updated for FreeTime or later by following the instructions here.
== The Sims 3 ==
The features of a computer have again been changed, and reflect the functions of a real, present-day computer more realistically. With the exception of the chess feature, and 2 unique features for the Holo-Computer, the types of computers are identical apart from the fun they give while gaming. In The Sims 3, many features of computers now have requirements such as traits.
There are three types of computer in The Sims 3 base game: the cheapest costs §800 and has a Fun rating of three, the mid-range computer costs §2,150 and has a Fun rating of seven, and the most expensive one costs §4,000, which is a portable laptop. Another computer is added with High-End Loft Stuff, the MindMax Uni-PC 7200 costing §3,450, and a laptop from Town Life Stuff, FolioBit 791A Laptop, costing §5,000.
In addition to computers, a tablet, known as MultiTab 6000, is available for purchase from The Sims 3 Store.
In order for a laptop to be properly used directly from the inventory on a lot, there must be at least one vacant seat that is connected to an empty part of a table or desk, which must have at least 1 big slot available to place the laptop on. If no such seat is available, hovering over "Use" will be greyed out with the notice "Not useable on this lot". If The Sims 3: University Life is installed, "Use Laptop Here" (which is explained in the "Actions" table below) remain selectable, unless there's too much snow on the ground.
===Actions===
Function 	Description 	Requirements
Find a Job, Profession, or Self-Employment 	Lists five job openings a day, jobs generally better than those found in a newspaper. Sims can also find a profession or register to be self-employed.	None
Chatroom 	Raises a Sim's social need and may meet a new Sim. 	None
Browse Web 	Raises a Sim's fun need. 	None
Play Game 	Raises fun; increase depends on the model of computer and on whether it has been graphically improved. 	None
Real Estate 	Check Real Estate, Purchase Additional Home, Become a Resort Owner 	None
Move 	Sims can move inside the neighborhood or to another neighborhood. 	None
Writing 	Refine the Writing skill, write a novel, article, or screenplay. 	Depends on Sims' Writing skills and career.
Chess 	Raises Logic and hidden Chess skills. 	Non-cheap computer
Upgrading 	Makes a computer Unbreakable or gives it Improved Graphics. See also Handiness. 	Handiness skill or a skilled Witch
Join/Leave Book Club 	Sim receives one book a week for a one-time fee of §250. 	Bookworm
Solve the Unsolvable 	Grants money if the Sim succeeds. Any interruption may result in failure. 	Genius
Hack 	Sims can earn money doing this from 9 PM (21:00) to 7 AM. May randomly cause the computer to get a virus and break. 	Computer Whiz
Overclock 	Makes computer Unbreakable or improves the graphics. Can be attempted once per computer and has chance of breaking it. 	Computer Whiz
Work from Home 	Increases Sims' work performance 	Workaholic
Troll on Forums 	Later Sims may check for responses, which gives good or bad moodlet randomly. 	Any one of the following: Evil Grumpy Inappropriate Mean Spirited
Perform Analysis 	Takes three hours and earns §600. Can be done an unlimited number of times at any time of day. 	Level 10 Law Enforcement - Forensics Branch
Travel 	Plans a travel to a destination 	Some occurring events disable the interaction, such as moving, growing up, burglary, and so on
Investigator 	Investigators can 'Search for Investigator Case' and 'Hack Information Database' via computer. 	Being an Investigator
Hack into VIP List 	Sims can hack so they can enter the VIP sections of a club or lounge. 	None
Sign Up for Afterschool Activity 	Children and teenagers can sign up for an afterschool activity via computer. 	Up to 2 afterschool activities
Enroll in Boarding School / Remove from Boarding School	Older Sims can enroll and remove children and teenagers in and from the boarding school. 	Must have children or teenagers
Adopt a Pet 	Enables Sims to adopt a pet in the adoption pool. 	None
Place Pet for Adoption 	Removes a pet/pets in the household for adoption. 	Must have a pet in the household
Send or Host a Sim on Tour 	Opens Simport panel. 	The player must be logged in to an EA The Sims 3 online account.
Check Weather 	Sims can check the overall weather and precipitation for the upcoming week. 	None
Online Dating 	Sims can create, browse, edit, or remove a profile, check online messages, and browse other Sims' profiles. 	Young adults or older
Enroll in University 	Signs the Sim up for 1 or 2 semesters at Sims University. 	None
Use Laptop Here 	Sims can sit, study and play on the ground. Only a limited subset of regular laptop actions are available. 	Has laptop in inventory. Target ground that does not have snow on it.
Look Up Friends on Holoweb 	Sims can learn more about their friends. 	Holo-Computer
Browse Holo-Web 	Raises a Sim's fun need. 	Holo-Computer
===Computers===
====Easy Machine from Fred's PC Hut====
It's time to join the future... or at least the past decade, with this affordable and Sim-Friendly PC! Meet new friends via the fabled internets, or enjoy the games the youth have been extolling! Fred's PC Hut: Simple computing for simple Sims.
====oTron 200 Thinking Computer from Landgraab Industries====
Sleek, stylish and expensive, the oTron 200 Thinking Computer is man's finest companion. Far beyond mere humans and other non-thinking computers, the military has trusted the oTron 200 for years. Shouldn't you?
====XS 4258p Laptop from Landgraab Industries====
The heartpounding joy of mobile computing has arrived! The XS 4258p XS 4258p Laptop from Landgraab Industries features the revolutionary OmniOcto Onboard AI, 4 nano rams and a hugely small harddrive that guarantees you can finally take it with you. With so much processing power in your pocket, why go home?
This computer is portable and can be taken to community or other residential lots. This is the first portable laptop introduced in the series.
====Processor====
Use this "central processing unit" to combine or count triggers, invert them, create sequenced trap or lighting effects, and more. Logical operations are performed on only connected activated behaviors. The clock mode controls when the output changes or when the Tick activated behavior occurs, or via the internal clock. The clock period is specified in Sim seconds (1/60th of a second.)
Its design is based on the 3rd default color scheme of the Easy Machine from Fred's PC Hut, but it doesn't have any of the usual functions that other computers in the Sims franchise have. Instead it seemingly has very advanced functions for tomb objects, including "Set Clock Mode...", "Set Logic Mode...", "Activated Behaviors...", "Triggers...", "Link Triggers...", "Set Clock Period", "Set Clock Jitter", "Toggle Options...", and "Enable HUD". As individual tomb objects can set most of their own tomb functions, it is unclear what this object is intended to do.
In contrast to Easy Machine from Fred's PC Hut, it can be placed on the floor without needing the MoveObjects cheat, and can also use make use of any available small size slots on surfaces. The object becomes entirely invisible and unclickable when changing to Build Mode, Live Mode, or Edit Town. The only way to make the object visible again is to place another Processor on the same lot and choose "Enable HUD" or "Disable HUD" on it.
====MindMax Uni-PC 7200====
MindMax strikes yet again with another monstrous desktop computer. The MindMax Uni-PC 7200 includes everything a Sim could ever want in a computer, including the ability to generate features that might be desired in the future. The widescreen swivel display is perfect for chatting, web surfing, and losing hours of time to the latest hi-tech video games.
====FolioBit 791A Laptop====
Is it a book or is it a computer? With this laptop by BlingByte, Inc. you never have to ask the question. The FolioBit 791A offers the latest in the bleeding age technology while maintaining the stunning profile of a special edition novel. It's a winning combination.
====Bodkin Laptop Computer by PeachySoft====
High-speed processor , gorgeous display, and a full suite of pre-loaded software round out this all-in-one package. This computer is so thin, it can be slid under most doorways.
Environment: 2
====MyPuter by PeachySoft Systems====
Sleek wireless hardware makes this system easy to set up, easy to use and easy to look at. Show off your summer vacation photos during the day, hammer out term papers at night.
====Oculo Holo-Computer by Korben Computing====
The Oculo represents a giant step forward in modern personal computing. Holographic emitters aboard this floating sphere project the planet's most hilarious cat pictures in three stunning dimensions.
Notes: This computer is unique compared to the others. Just like with laptops, it doesn't require a chair and can be carried around in a Sims inventory. However, Sims will stumble with it for 4 seconds when the Advanced Technology skill is below Level 4. It also has superior hacking results, can be used to learn other Sim's traits and is the only computer to come with the Unbreakable upgrade by default.
====Cyberphobic Chic Computer====
Embrace your fears with a haute goth collection of edgy and sophisticated pieces, so darkly sleek its scary! The Gothic Glamour Home Office set is certain to bring some drama to your Sims surroundings. Really, there's nothing to be afraid of...
====Sleek Intellect 5010====
Whether you are a full time author or a master at virtual chess, the Sleek Intellect 5010 has everything needed to fulfill your computing desires.
Players can get this computer for free from The Sims 3 Store after posting a certain number of memories.
==== Ruby 3000 ====
With the quiet elegance and the cutting edge brilliance of a fine gemstone, this computing device appeals to fashionistas and tech-fiends.
====Anachronism VCT====
Have you ever wondered what it’d be like to move through time like a knife through butter? With the Anachronism VCT laptop, you get a small taste of the world that would await you on the other side of the looking glass.
====Edu-Osmosis Laptop====
How can fun also be productive? Well, with this new multitasking and multimedia laptop you can enjoy endless cute cat videos while queuing up that next round of intellectual research for that book you’ve been writing…about cats.
==The Sims 4==
The Sims 4 has desktops, laptops, and tablets. Unlike the former two types of computers, tablets don't require a desk or table to be used. Sims can use them sitting or standing. Desktops and laptops can be placed on desks, dining tables and island counters. To use a computer placed on a desk or a dining table, a desk chair or a dining chair should be slotted in front of it. Likewise, to use a computer on an island counter, a bar stool must be slotted in front of it.
Laptops and tablets are portable, so Sims can put them in their inventories and take them anywhere. As of patch 88, computers have a locking/unlocking interface similar to doors to prevent certain Sims from using them.
===List of desktops===
Name 	Price 	Pack	Fun	Powerconsumptionrating	Reliability	Notes
How Low Can You Go Deskblock Computer 	§800 	 	5 	3 	3 	
Milton Word Processor 	§1,015 	 	5 	3 	5 	Unlocked at level 2 of the writer career. Inspiring decor: 2
G.R. Saker Typesmithy Double Plus Good Edition	§1,400 	 	6 	3 	3 	
Respecterion Mid-Range Computer 	§1,440 	 	5 	6 	3 	
The Regulation Station 	§1,500 	 	7 	3 	5 	Unlocked at level 10 of the detective career.
Streamer's First Computer 	§1,500 	 	6 	3 	5 	
The Big Picture Ultrawide Computer 	§2,525 	 	7 	5 	8 	
Information Database 	§3,080 	 	8 	6 	5 	Unlocked at level 9 of the secret agent career, while in the Diamond Agent branch. Confident decor: 2
Immersive Bend 	§3,360 	 	8 	10 	8 	
Golden Ultrawide PRO Computer 	§3,505 	 	8 	7 	8 	Unlocked at level 3 of the video game streamer part-time job.
All-in-One Powerful PC 	§4,000 	 	8 	8 	8 	Received as a reward in level 4 of the style influencer career.
Mayhem Portable Computer 	§4,600 	 	9 	10 	8 	Unlocked at level 10 of the criminal career, while in the Oracle branch. Despite its name, this computer cannot be placed in a Sim's inventory. Playful decor: 4
Top Secret Computer 	§5,400 	 	9 	10 	8 	Unlocked at level 9 of the tech guru career, while in the eSport Gamer branch. Focusing decor: 8
Ghostwriter Disappearing Desktop 	§10,000	 	10 	10 	10 	Unbreakable.
Out of This World Desktop 	§15,100	 	10 	10 	8 	Unlocked at level 10 of the scientist career. Focusing decor: 9
===List of laptops===
Name 	Price 	Pack	Fun	Powerconsumptionrating	Reliability	Notes
Standard Portable Computer 	§1,000	 	 	 	 	
FreeRoam Portable Computing Device	§1,650	 	6 	4 	5 	Unlocked the first time a Sim maxes out the performance meter in the freelancer career as a Freelance Writer.
TONO Gold Programming Laptop 	§2,800	 	7 	5 	8 	Unlocked at level 3 of the computer team member afterschool activity.
Customized Portable Computer 	§4,250	 	 	 	 	
MyComputer UoG X19 Athena 	§4,250	 	 	 	 	
S.I.Mac P.R.O. Laptop 	§4,250	 	 	 	 	Unlocked at level 10 of the interior decorator career.
===List of tablets ===
All tables have a Fun rating of 5.
Name 	Price 	Pack	Notes
Wabbit Tablet 	§500 	 	Can only be used by toddlers. Unbreakable.
Elite Jamming Tablet 	§895 	 	Unbreakable.
The Slablet 	§1,000	 	Unbreakable.
The CreativePro Tablet	§800 	 	Unbreakable.
=== Actions===
The features of a computer have again been changed.
Function 	Description 	Requirements
Play Game 	Raises fun, depending on computer model. 	Depends on Sim's Video Gaming skill.
Play Game/Enter Game Tournament 	Allows the sim to compete in a video game tournament over the internet. 	Video Gaming Lv.3 (novice tournaments) or Video Gaming Lv.6 (professional tournaments); teen or older Sims only
Career/Find a Job 	Lists all available careers, similar to the phone menu. 	None
Career/Quit Job 	Quit Job. 	Having a Job
Career/Write Research 	 	Scientist Career
Career/Read Medical Journal 	 	Doctor Career
Career/Fashion Blog 	 	Style Influencer Career
Career/Write Style Column 	Write a column for a fashion magazine. 	Style Influencer Career
Career/Make Review 	Make a review of a lifestyle or technology product. Raises entrepreneur skill. 	Simfluencer career
Career/Livestream 	Livestream an unreleased video game. Raises entrepreneur and video gaming skills. 	Video game streamer career
Career/Research Business Plan 	Allows a business plan to be researched. 	Entrepreneur Lv. 3
Career/Read SimsChat 	 	Entrepreneur Lv. 4
Household/Go on Vacation 	Plan a travel to Granite Falls, Selvadorada, Batuu, or a rental lot in any residential world. 	At least one Rental lot
Household/Move Household 	Moves the entire family to another lot. 	None
Household/Adopt 	Adds a newborn, infant, toddler, or child to the household. Costs §1000. 	None
Household/Buy a Retail Store 	Purchases a community lot business. 	None
Write 	Refines the writing skill, write a book. 	Depends on Sim's Writing skill.
Donate to Online Charity 	Donates §10, §100, or §1000. Grants a happy moodlet according to sum. There's a chance that the site will turn out to be a scam, in which case the Sim will receive a sad moodlet.	Charisma Lv.3
Create Social Media Profile 	Creates a social media profile. 	Charisma Lv.5
Upload Viral Video 	 	Charisma Lv.10
Program 	Refine Programming Skill, Hack, Mod a Game, or Make a Program for money. 	Depends on Sim's Programming skill.
Comedy 	Write Jokes to refine skill, or Compose a Routine to perform on the Microphone. 	Depends on Sim's Comedy skill.
Order 	Adds to inventory upgrade parts, voodoo doll, books, medicine, or seeds. 	Voodoo doll requires Mischief Lv.3
Socialize/Chat 	Increase relationship with any known Sim. Increases social need. 	None
Socialize/Find Pen Pal 	Receive Postcard via mail. 	None
Socialize/Troll teh Forums 	Refine Mischief skill. Increases fun need. 	Mischief Lv.2
Socialize/Send Chain Letter 	 	Mischief Lv.3
Socialize/Send Spam Money Request 	 	Mischief Lv.8
Socialize/Internet Stalk 	Discover traits of Sims. 	Webmaster trait
Socialize/Make Connections 	 	eSports Gamer branch.
Open Notebook 	Check inventions, serums, grafting, etc. 	None
Web/Browse Art 	Grants inspired moodlet. 	None
Web/Browse Simpedia 	Grants focused moodlet. 	None
Web/Browse Web 	Increases fun need. 	None
Web/Watch Funny Videos on Sim.tv 	Grants playful moodlet. 	None
Web/Watch Gaming Livestream 	 	Video Gaming Lv.7
Web/Read Obituaries 	Relieves sadness. 	None
Web/Earn Money Turking 	 	Webmaster trait.
Web/Research Intelligence Database 	Grants either focused or embarrassed moodlet. 	Secret Agent career.
Web/Research Instrument Tips 	Grants inspired moodlet. 	Instrument Lv.2
Web/Research Workout Tips 	Grants energized moodlet. 	Fitness Lv.3
Web/Research Advanced Game Strategy	Increases Video Gaming skill. 	Video Gaming Lv.5
Web/Research Gardening 	Increases Gardening skill. 	Gardening Lv.2
Web/Research Advanced Cooking Tips 	Grants inspired moodlet. 	Cooking skill.
Web/Research Pick-Up Lines 	Grants flirty moodlet. 	Charisma skill.
Web/Research Binge 	Refines all skills at once. 	Webmaster trait.
Web/Scour for Memes 	 	Playful emotion.
====Upgrades ====
Upgrade 	Description 	Requirements
Better video card	Increases fun at a faster rate when playing a video game	Handiness level 9
ECC RAM 	Reduces the rate at which the computer breaks 	Handiness level 8
IP Spoofer 	Increases the effectiveness of hacking 	Handiness level 9
==Trivia==
*The default operating system running on computers in The Sims 2 appears to resemble Windows XP, possibly because the game was released in 2004. The operating system is the same for all computers in the game. The operating systems on the computers and their screens can be changed using SimPE.
*The startup sound of the computer in The Sims 2 was originally used as a jingle for completing a goal in The Sims Bustin' Out (console).
*The computers in The Sims 2 also seem to have a "BSOD" screen, found in SimPE. BSOD stands for Blue Screen of Death, which can occur as the result of a critical error in the Windows operating system. Though the BSOD screen does exist in the game, it isn't used. In The Sims 4, when a computer breaks, it will have the BSOD screen from Windows XP/Vista/7 with the text in Simlish: "A problem has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage" with "to your computer" omitted.
*While The Urbz: Sims in the City takes place in a modern city setting, computers do not appear in the game. They do, however, appear in the Game Boy Advance and Nintendo DS versions of The Urbz.
*In The Sims 3 and The Sims 3 for consoles, if a Sim uses a computer while visiting someone's house, the player will get a message saying "Sim's name is behaving inappropriately! If he/she continues, I will have to ask him/her to leave." However, using a laptop, such as the Landgraab Industries laptop included in The Sims 3, will not cause the message about inappropriate behavior to appear.
**Using the Edu-Osmosis Laptop, however, will cause the message to appear.
*The Sims 2 Castaway, The Sims Castaway Stories, and The Sims Medieval do not feature computers, as they take place in an island or medieval setting.
*In The Sims 3 for consoles, a stylish wooden laptop called the Anachronism VCT can be obtained via the challenge shop. It will then be available for 4,500 simoleons. A laptop with the same name and price is also available on The Sims 3 Store.
* Children in The Sims 2 use the "Hunt and Peck" typing style while using a computer. However, children in The Sims 3 use "Touch Typing" like older Sims.
*In The Sims 3, when a Sim starts up a computer, the start-up sound is the exact same sound heard after start up the The Brahma 2000 in The Sims and when a completing a mission in The Sims Bustin' Out.
*If child or teen Sim gets grounded, their punishment may end up as not using a computer.
*There are sound effects for the Holo Computer from The Sims 3: Into the Future to break down in the game files. However, in the game, it's unbreakable.
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