My mother has never owned a computer and needs it for basic internet and email functions. I looking to spend $600.00 MAX for a desktop bundle and found a Gateway and a Dell which one should i get???
GATEWAY—
Gateway Desktop with AMD Athlon™ X2 Dual-Core Processor
Multimedia keyboard and USB optical mouse
Amplified stereo speakers
Software: Microsoft Money Essentials, Microsoft Works 9, Cyberlink Power2Go and more
Power cord
Owner’s manual
Product Features
AMD Athlon™ X2 7750+* dual-core processor
For increased multitasking performance; improved security with Enhanced Virus Protection**; Cool’n'Quiet™ Technology to minimize heat and noise.
AMD dual-core technology
Enables you to work or play with multiple programs without impacting performance.
6GB DDR2 SDRAM memory
For multitasking power.
SuperMulti 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 or DVD-R DL media. Supports DVD-RAM and Labelflash direct-disc labels using compatible Labelflash media.
512KB x 2 L2 cache memory for efficient system processing
AMD Balanced Smart Cache for a smooth multitasking and multithreaded experience.
640GB Serial ATA hard drive
Provides plenty of storage for your data.
ATI RADEON HD 3200 hybrid graphics
With up to 512MB shared video memory and built-in HDMI port.
Multi-in-1 digital media card reader
Supports CompactFlash Type I/II/Plus, Secure Digital, Secure Digital High Capacity, MultiMediaCard, MultiMediaCard Plus, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo.
Also supports SmartMedia, xD-Picture Card and Microdrive. Supports mini Secure Digital, Reduced-Size MultiMediaCard (RS-MMC) and MultiMediaCard Mobile with optional adapter (not included).
1 IEEE 1394 port and 8 high-speed USB 2.0 ports
Both front and rear accessible for fast digital transfer and easy connection of peripherals.
Built-in 10/100/1000 Mbps
Ethernet with RJ-45 connector
Along with a high-speed V.92 data/fax modem for easy Internet connections.
Amplified stereo speakers
With support for high-definition audio (7.1-channel support) deliver crisp, clear sound.
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition 64-bit operating system
With Service Pack 1 (SP1) preinstalled for a stable operating platform.
Software package included
With Microsoft Works 9, Cyberlink Power2Go and more. 60-day trial version of Microsoft Office Home Edition 2007 also included.
AMD, AMD Arrow logo, AMD Athlon, Cool’n'Quiet, HyperTransport and combinations thereof are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
*This model number indicates relative software performance among this AMD processor family.
**AMD’s Enhanced Virus Protection provides additional protection against buffer overflow viruses. AMD and its partners strongly recommend you continue to use third-party anti-virus software as part of your total security solution.
DELL—
Intel® Celeron 450 (2.20GHz,512k cache,800MHz FSB)
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit edition with Service Pack: Makes your computing experience more efficient, more secure and more fun. To learn more about the different versions of Microsoft Vista, click here
2GB DDR2 Dual-Channel SDRAM at 800 MHz
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X4500HD integrated graphics
320GB Hard Drive
16X DVD /-RW Drive- Plays and Creates CD’s and DVD’s
Dell 19″ IN1910N Widescreen Digital Flat Panel
56K PCI Data Fax Modem
Integrated 10/100 Ethernet
Integrated 5.1 Channel Audio
Dell AX210 speakers
USB Keyboard
Dell Optical USB Mouse
1-year In-Home Service, Parts Labor, 24×7 Phone Support
McAfee SecurityCenter with anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, 30-Days
Microsoft® Works
Roxio Creator 10 Dell Edition
Adobe® Reader 9
Dell Online Backup 2GB for 1 year
Dell Remote Access, free basic service
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Hands down, the Gateway. the Dell is a pretty crappy computer. the Gateway probably cost more, but when you buy a computer, you always want to buy a system a little better than what yo are looking for, to “future proof” yourself. Once she starts she might start to want more out of it , and if you get the faster one to begin with, you don’t have to buy a new computer every couple of years.
January 21, 2011 at 10:44 pm