What Operating System Should I Have On My New Machine?
Getting the operating system that you are familiar with is usually best; sometimes navigating your way around a new operating system can be overwhelming. And if you are a Linux user, then you are reading the wrong article. However, if you want an easy-to-use operating system, then you should go for Apple’s OSx, for Apple lovers, or for a little more control, then opt for a Windows-based operating system.
Not every software in the market is available for each and every operating system, so do your research on the software you will be using before purchasing the machine itself.
What About The Graphics Support On My Machine?
Looking at a branded machine, be it a desktop or a laptop, you will find NVIDIA and AMD stickers on them boasting graphics, however, in reality, the devil is in the details.
Fundamentals: If you are looking to compare the graphics card in the laptop or desktop, then a simple comparison on GPU Boss will do the trick.
However, if you are willing to analyse the specifications and the graphics processors – and know what you need – you will have to consider them as completely different machines, with their own RAMs and processors. As stated before: the higher the number, the better the performance.
Graphics cards with higher processing power, and higher speeds of RAM, can render the smallest detail in a game or a video without any lag. Also, the graphics card processor speed is as important as the speed of your CPU; for understanding how this works, you need to check how the shades in a graphics card alters its performance, as well as the core-speeds.
Let’s Get That Machine.
The key element in the tech world is to be patient and up to date with everything that you want. The tech world changes every week, so being up to date with all the components that you want, is the key.
One thing to consider with the products that are developed the fastest, is how many versions have been made for the market – for months or a year at a time. So, ask yourself if you can wait for the latest product.
Also, it is important to know your way around the hardware maker’s website, as many websites have a feature allowing you to virtually customise your machine with all the hardware you want installed in it. More often than not, you might even come across a good discount. Spending a few extra dollars on your machine can be helpful, too. You get what you pay for, and a system that can handle more strenuous tasks, may be worth it in the long run.
Lastly, if you are on a website with live customer support or in the field hunting for a good machine, make sure to ask the one doing the selling for a better deal. They may not reduce the price on the main machine, but you might make a deal on the keyboard, mouse or even a monitor. You’ll never know if you don’t ask.
Part 1: Things to Know when Buying a New Computer – Desktops, Laptops & Processors
Part 2: Things to Know when Buying a New Computer – RAMs, Hard Drives & Features
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