Need new computer desktop - what to buy?

[Paula Sims]

Hi there,
I posted this in the PC section, but this area gets more traffic so I thought I'd post here too.

I used to build my machines but now because of time and because my computer buddy has died, I guess I need to buy off the shelf.

I'm looking for a basic machine, to max out ram, 64-bit, a couple of DVD writers and a couple of hard drives. I don't do WiFi so just need a standard LAN connection. In addition to the regular stuff (Word processing, spreadsheets, Quicken), I do Photoshop, I need a good video card. I'm fine with my monitor and printer.

Any suggestions where to look? I built my last computer in 2006 and it's still going strong but it's Widoze 7.

Thanks!

Paula

[pinboy3niner]

1. Or you could have a local shop build it for you. nt

[CaliforniaPeggy]

2. I second pinboy's suggestion: have a local IT person build you one.

I'd keep the Win 7. It's what I have on both desktop and laptop. It works well for me and I like it.

Good luck, whatever you decide!

[jakeXT]

3. You could go with a SSD for your system/scratch disk, if you want more speed

If your startup disk is a hard disk, as opposed to a solid-state disk (SSD), try using a different hard disk for your primary scratch disk. An SSD, on the other hand, performs well as both the primary startup and scratch disk. In fact, using an SSD is probably better than using a separate hard disk as your primary scratch disk.
https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/kb/optimize-photoshop-cc-performance.html#main_Solid_state_disks

[MowCowWhoHow III]

4. Try an online custom PC builder

http://lifehacker.com/five-best-custom-pc-builders-1664766332

[hobbit709]

5. Nothing wrong with 7. It will be good for years yet.

Neither 8 nor 10 will do a damn thing that 7 doesn't.

[CountAllVotes]

6. Acer Veriton

I bought one of these in 2008 and its still going and I've had no troubles w/it. They are a good value I'd say. You might want to check one out.

Hope this helps!