Friday, September 4, 2009
I recommend for a Windows Vista computer for use at home. These are only general specifications for parts that make a difference in the speed of your computer.
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo or a dual core AMD processor running at 2GHz or higher. Windows Vista was made to run on 2 or more processors. A HT Pentium 4 doesn’t count.
Front Side Bus: Don’t settle for a motherboard with a front side buss less than 800MHz. This is one of the little details that can make a big difference in the speed of your computer.
Memory: At least 2GB of RAM. Windows Vista can run on less but if you have more it takes advantage of unused memory and your overall experience is much faster because of this. You also need to pay attention to the speed of the RAM. Spend the extra money for faster memory. It’s worth every penny.
Video Card: 256MB+ of Memory Windows Vista compatible graphics card. A good quality video card goes a long way on Windows Vista. Don’t waste your money on a cheap video card with 256MB of memory. The better quality but higher priced video cards are needed to get the most out of Windows Vista’s beautiful appearance.
Hard Drive: More is better. Try sticking with the new SATA hard drives with a 3GB throughput rate. The hard drive is the slowest part of your computer. A large fast hard drive will go a long way. If you have a choice, get a hybrid hard drive for outstanding speed.
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