So, which one is best for you? Let's take a look at the three typical computer systems and which tasks they are most suited for.
     
Home Use: Something for everyone
  • Intel Celeron or AMD Duron processor
  • 256MB of RAM
  • 60GB hard drive
  • Integrated 2-D/3-D graphics
  • 17" monitor.
  • 56.6K V.90 modem
  • Combo drive (recordable)
  • 3-D sound card
  • 2.1 stereo speakers
  • Color inkjet printer
  • Basic flat bed scanner
  • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
     
Home Office: Similar to the home user system with a few added extras
  • Intel Pentium 4 HT ready or AMD Athlon XP processor
  • 512MB of RAM
  • 80GB hard drive
  • 15" LCD flat panel display
  • 56.6K V.90 modem
  • Ethernet card
  • Combo drive (recordable)
  • Pair of speakers
  • 350 Watt Power supply Back-ups and power surge protector
  • Multifunction printer (fax, scan, copy, print)
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional Edition
     

Game PC/ Media Center PC: Speed, power and Entertainment

  • Intel Pentium 4 3.0 GHz HT ready/ AMD Athlon 64 3000+ processor
  • 1GB of RAM
  • 250GB hard drive
  • 256 MB 3-D graphics card
  • 19" monitor
  • High-speed DSL or Cable
  • Ethernet card
  • DVD Dual drive
  • 3-D sound card (supports surround sound environment)
  • Six piece speaker system
  • Force-Feedback joystick
  • Color inkjet printer
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional Edition