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Other => Gaming => PC => Topic started by: PianoMan on August 03, 2008, 09:20:45 AM

Title: Yaaay!
Post by: PianoMan on August 03, 2008, 09:20:45 AM
I've finally convinced my parents to let me get my own laptop! I've gotta pay for it myself tho and seeing as I don't have a job, that might take a while, but... I'm not a big computer guy *I get RAM and ROM mixed up*, so I need some help. I need:

Standard stuff: Microsoft word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
Firefox compatible
Audacity compatible (unless it's a MAC, so it already has garage band)
iTunes compatible
I'd REALLY like to try Audiosurf, seing as my current computer can't handle it
Fast. I don't know how to express that in numbers, but I'd like to be able to have RuneScape, YouTube, and iTunes up at the same time. And be able to play Audiosurf
Virus protection (unless it's a MAC, obviously)

I'm open-minded on whether I get a MAC or Windows. NOT LINNUX. I could be convinced to get a desktop and MAYBE, just maybe, a Vista.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: Mike on August 03, 2008, 09:36:22 AM
Sadly you'll need a very powerful computer to be able to run Word, Firefox, Audacity and the most power consuming thing YouTube. It would cost you at least 4000$ to be able to get a computer that runs them. They don't make XP or Vista anymore, they all come with Linux. As for getting a Mac, you need to be at least 18 years old to get one and you need to pass a 2 year class before they can sell you one.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: PianoMan on August 03, 2008, 10:03:51 AM
Quote from: Mike on August 03, 2008, 09:36:22 AMSadly you'll need a very powerful computer to be able to run Word, Firefox, Audacity and the most power consuming thing YouTube. It would cost you at least 4000$ to be able to get a computer that runs them. They don't make XP or Vista anymore, they all come with Linux. As for getting a Mac, you need to be at least 18 years old to get one and you need to pass a 2 year class before they can sell you one.
Um... Are you being sarcastic? *Checks* They make XP and Vista, And I don't think you have to take a 2 year class to use a MAC.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: Parker2334 on August 03, 2008, 10:29:40 AM
Quote from: PianoMan on August 03, 2008, 09:20:45 AMI've finally convinced my parents to let me get my own laptop! I've gotta pay for it myself tho and seeing as I don't have a job, that might take a while, but... I'm not a big computer guy *I get RAM and ROM mixed up*, so I need some help. I need:

Standard stuff: Microsoft word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
Firefox compatible
Audacity compatible (unless it's a MAC, so it already has garage band)
iTunes compatible
I'd REALLY like to try Audiosurf, seing as my current computer can't handle it
Fast. I don't know how to express that in numbers, but I'd like to be able to have RuneScape, YouTube, and iTunes up at the same time. And be able to play Audiosurf
Virus protection (unless it's a MAC, obviously)

I'm open-minded on whether I get a MAC or Windows. NOT LINNUX. I could be convinced to get a desktop and MAYBE, just maybe, a Vista.

I'd go with This (http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8790828&type=product&id=1205537513321)

Gateway - Laptop with Intel® Centrino® Processor Technology
3GB PC2-5300 DDR2 memory for multitasking power; 667MHz frontside bus, 2MB L2 cache and 1.83GHz processor speed

Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD-R DL media; supports DVD-RAM; also supports Labelflash direct-disc labels using compatible Labelflash media

320GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)

and more just for $899.99!!!

Quote from: Mike on August 03, 2008, 09:36:22 AMSadly you'll need a very powerful computer to be able to run Word, Firefox, Audacity and the most power consuming thing YouTube. It would cost you at least 4000$ to be able to get a computer that runs them. They don't make XP or Vista anymore, they all come with Linux. As for getting a Mac, you need to be at least 18 years old to get one and you need to pass a 2 year class before they can sell you one.

Wtf...
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: Jamaha on August 03, 2008, 10:47:29 AM
Quote from: PianoMan on August 03, 2008, 09:20:45 AMNOT LINNUX.

It's not that bad. Really.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: PianoMan on August 03, 2008, 01:15:51 PM
Quote from: JaMaHa on August 03, 2008, 10:47:29 AM
Quote from: PianoMan on August 03, 2008, 09:20:45 AMNOT LINNUX.

It's not that bad. Really.
I don't doubt that, It's just not my style of operating system.

QuoteI'd go with This

Gateway - Laptop with Intel® Centrino® Processor Technology
3GB PC2-5300 DDR2 memory for multitasking power; 667MHz frontside bus, 2MB L2 cache and 1.83GHz processor speed

Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible DVD-R DL media; supports DVD-RAM; also supports Labelflash direct-disc labels using compatible Labelflash media

320GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)

and more just for $899.99!!!

Great... except it's sold out online. I'll have to check the store.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: Mike on August 03, 2008, 01:34:16 PM
You can't get a PC without Vista now.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: KefkaticFanatic on August 03, 2008, 01:56:51 PM
If you buy a pre-built computer (or a Mac) you're getting ripped off.  You can build your own for way cheaper.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: Mike on August 03, 2008, 02:01:29 PM
Way cheaper and possibly get really bad quality parts. The only time I built my own computer I had to change my video card and my motherboard died 3 times. The first time was a week after I got it, the other one a few months later and the last one was a few months ago so my dad decided to get a new computer instead.

Don't start pulling shit on Macs. Just the things you said to me yesterday about them proves that you have absolutely no knowledge in Macs and you're just pulling a piss on them because you're following the stupid and ignorant Mac haters crowd.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: PianoMan on August 03, 2008, 04:18:59 PM
Quote from: Gamer4250 on August 03, 2008, 01:56:51 PMIf you buy a pre-built computer (or a Mac) you're getting ripped off.  You can build your own for way cheaper.
That may be, but for most people who have a life away from technology, that's not possible to build their own. besides, It's way to easy to mess up.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: KefkaticFanatic on August 03, 2008, 05:04:26 PM
I only added that Mac part in because I knew Mike was watching this topic and would freak out about it.  And you DO realize they're ridiculously expensive, so I still do have a point, right?
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: Mike on August 03, 2008, 06:12:41 PM
Quote from: Gamer4250 on August 03, 2008, 05:04:26 PMI only added that Mac part in because I knew Mike was watching this topic and would freak out about it.  And you DO realize they're ridiculously expensive, so I still do have a point, right?

Yes ridiculously expensive just like any decent pre-built PC...
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: Jedesyus on August 04, 2008, 12:05:28 AM
Quote from: JaMaHa on August 03, 2008, 10:47:29 AM
Quote from: PianoMan on August 03, 2008, 09:20:45 AMNOT LINNUX.

It's not that bad. Really.

yeah, Linux is actually really powerful, it's just not very user friendly and doesnt support most games and standard applications

It's more of a server operating system
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: PianoMan on August 04, 2008, 01:33:03 PM
And now, of course, they say I can't have one after all.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: Davey on August 05, 2008, 04:50:16 AM
Quote from: Mike on August 03, 2008, 09:36:22 AMSadly you'll need a very powerful computer to be able to run Word, Firefox, Audacity and the most power consuming thing YouTube. It would cost you at least 4000$ to be able to get a computer that runs them. They don't make XP or Vista anymore, they all come with Linux. As for getting a Mac, you need to be at least 18 years old to get one and you need to pass a 2 year class before they can sell you one.

LOL

That was a little mean though
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: Harvest on August 05, 2008, 07:35:44 AM
err what is your budget?


Also yes, with building your own pc you can get some bad parts.  Bad luck or something.  I'm not making the list on the shit I had.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: PianoMan on August 05, 2008, 02:53:51 PM
I said before, now my fickle parents said I can't have one. They talked to some child rape-I-mean-psycologists.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: Jedesyus on August 05, 2008, 05:03:10 PM
Psychologists think they know everything eh
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: PseudoMario16 on August 06, 2008, 05:37:10 PM
Quote from: Mike on August 03, 2008, 09:36:22 AMSadly you'll need a very powerful computer to be able to run Word, Firefox, Audacity and the most power consuming thing YouTube. It would cost you at least 4000$ to be able to get a computer that runs them. They don't make XP or Vista anymore, they all come with Linux. As for getting a Mac, you need to be at least 18 years old to get one and you need to pass a 2 year class before they can sell you one.
um, are u effin kidding me??? y would they make u pass a 2 year class to buy a Mac??? thats retarded
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: Mike on August 06, 2008, 05:47:52 PM
You're retarded.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: KefkaticFanatic on August 07, 2008, 11:52:40 PM
Agreed.
Title: Re: Yaaay!
Post by: acropol on August 08, 2008, 02:48:58 AM
pseudosmart