I'm buying a new home computer--what specs should I look for?

Here's my suggestion. A few years ago I got a gopro 4K and my pc couldn't handle the processing. So I went to this site,

https://pcpartpicker.com/

If you start a post with what you want to be able to do, what your budget is, folks will give you recommendations. There is also a configuration tool on there so that you can be sure everything is compatible. I had no idea what I was doing. But spent about 1K on parts and ended up with a really powerful video editor that I'm still cranking 4K video with today. I also learned a lot doing it so now I'm not intimidated if I need to replace something or have any pc issues. It's really not that hard. Spend a few hours reading through the suggestions and buying parts on the various websites (they have links to live time pricing) and it only takes a few hours to build it. Seriously, it's not for everyone but was pretty cool. Good luck.

older runner wrote:

Linux is very different. A very smart person from Europe was able to mimic the Unix API and prove that the result did the same thing as the part Apple is probably paying a license fee for. He had to show he had no access to the Unix source code and do the work using existing literature. That was and is something. Not a simple task. So Unix has stood the test of time as Android also runs a Unix base from somewhere as does IBM (Linux base). My brain is getting old so I may not remember this all correctly but i think so.

Thanks for sharing this.

Whatever you do, DO NOT BUY A DELL!!!

I know exactly four people who bought them, and they all broke to some degree. DO NOT BUY DELL

And what are your specs?

I need an upgrade since the PC I used for editing our team's running videos decided to die. Gladly I was able to save the data - all hail the cloud storage! - but the hardware... well, it's easier to get a new PC instead of trying to resurrect the old one.

Any advice on an affordable setup?

This is awful advice. 2 terabyte drive for what is most likely a causal user? Gtfoh with that.

OP can get a great computer with 12gb ram and 512gb ssd for about 7-800 bucks.

As for a great time to buy, you realize nvidia split their stock in part because their business has been so good? They don’t need to cut you any deals at this point.

Casual*

kibitzer wrote:

Title tells it. My current computer is having difficulties--pretty sure it's a hardware thing, but in any case I've had it for several years and it's time for a new one. Strictly home use. Oh, and it'll be a PC--I've had trouble with Macs and don't like them.

A geek told me to look for an Intel I-5 or I-7 core and a minimum of 12 gigs of RAM (for future, if not current, uses).

What say you, Letsrun? Any specs or specific brands or software you recommend?

If you want to run a modern OS, the expect 16 GB of RAM and about 500 GB HD for all your pics, movies, music, and whatever.

If you are adventurous I would recommend a Linux distro on a Windoze machine. Otherwise, I think the best bet would be a Hackintosh. It will last 3X longer (like your mom wants) and not disappoint you (like your mom wants).