I want to build a budget system and i exhausted most of my budget on the components.?

Question

I only want a functional computer for internet access and word processing.What operating system solution would you propose?

Answer 1

For basic Internet Access and simple Word Processing you do not need heavy loads of memory or very high amount of Processor power.

I have a 6 year old P3 500 Megahertz with 1 Gb RAM , Sound Card, AGP Video Card, NIC ( Network Interface Card), CD Writer, DVD Player , Modem etc. I am using Win2k with Service Pack 4 and it has been totally perfect so far.

This , above mentioned PC, happens to be my main computer. Most of the times I use a Laptop.

I had got it for about US$ 350 that time. So now at this point if you get a very basic computer( even a used one should do ) it should totally serve your purpose.

You can also find really cheap desktops at ebay as well.

You can check here for used budget Laptops.

http://www.used-pc.com/dellnotebooks.html

Answer 2

Try this site. It lists several good products.
http://www.betterbudgeting.com/familybudgeting.htm

Google has a free on-line spreadsheet that is free to use and you can access your budget information from any computer connected to the internet.

Or you may want to do a Google search using "free online + spreadsheet budget system" . The Google site should be the first one listed. You may have to register to use it if you do not already have a Google account.

Good Luck

Answer 3

Linux is a free download, but there may be a learning curve. I've seen Windows XP Home upgrade in the stores these days for as low as $69.

Answer 4

You can just get the basic Windows XP Home and then get something like an office software package, it would be A LOT cheaper to do that.

Answer 5

windows 98 se and internet explorer. for word processing office 97. that will work fine and fit in ur budget pc not compromising with speed.

Answer 6

someone elses.