Computer for a College Student Term Paper

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This greatly boosts performance, and the processor is matched up with a full gigabyte of PC2-4200 DDR2 memory. This allows smooth running, even if multiple applications are run. There is 160 GB of hard drive space, which allows for a large amount of data storage, but may be constrained in digital video use. CDs and DVDs can be both played and recorded with a 16x DVD+/-RW burner.

A is included for playing or recording CDs and DVDs.

Software includes the OS and MS works, but lacks a FireWire port, and can therefore not accommodate a digital camcorder.

This computer is a desktop, and may therefore not be ideal for a student who would need a computer to collect field data. There are however significant advantages to this computer over the notebook, including its significantly larger hard drive space and better software package. Possibility 3: Gateway DX430S Budget Desktop PC

This desktop includes in its price peripheral devices such as the 17-inch widescreen LCD panel, which eliminates the external cost required by most budget systems.
The system is based on the Intel Pentium D. 925 dual core processor, which handles multitasking well. It lacks the larger memory of most desktop PC's, and does not include a DVD burner. However, its completeness may be attractive to many.

Of the three computers mentioned above, I would prefer to buy a desktop rather than a laptop, as they appear to be more complete in terms of software normally used by students. Furthermore, students who need to collect field data can make use of other devises, included tape or video recorders. According to the features needed, I believe that the desktop in Possibility 2 above is the most sensible choice......

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