[access-uk] Re: New computer recomendations
- From: "Andy Logue" <andy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Wed, 17 Jan 2007 23:29:29 -0000
Hi again Graham.
Thanks for the information re the firewall. I'll need to seek more advice
about this as I definitely don't wish Norton or some other inaccessible
firewall or anti-virus on board a new computer.
Thanks also for the three links. I've visited them all, and like yourself,
I really do like the sound of the Zoostorm 2-5402. I have a question
though. I clicked for more information and within this it said.....
Zoostorm S2176 2.1 Speaker System
Microsoft Windows XP Media Center 2005 Edition
Free Upgrade to Microsoft Vista Home Premium Edition
But, shortly down the page it also said....
Finally this PC comes with a high quality Microsoft Keyboard and Mouse and a
copy of Microsoft Windows XP Home is pre-installed for easy home set up.
I really need xp home Graham. Any idea which of the two operating systems
this computer has?
Best wishes.
Andy
----- Original Message -----
From: "Graham Page" <gpage@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 7:39 PM
Subject: [access-uk] Re: New computer recomendations
> firstly, and importantly, nod does not contain a firewall. even if you do
> buy a PC with norton security on it there is nothing to stop you
> uninstalling it. I agree with you that norton is no good. it is
> inaccessible, resource hungry and generally the antivirus part of the
> software gets poor reports in many antivirus checks.
>
> I generally use the windows firewall though the main weakness with this is
> it does not have outward bound protection, only incomming.
>
> As far as best products to buy are concerned, there is no doubt that Dell
> does have some of the most competetive deals available and it is worth
> getting prices from them. The website could be more accessible though and
> you might get through to a scratchy line in indea if they haven't gone on
> strike protesting about big brother of course!!!
>
> I have also used a company based in glasgow called EuroPC. visit
> www.europc.co.uk
> telephone 0870 458 9111
>
> I have found with this company if you give them the spec you want they
> will
> look up the systems they have for you and they can customise them e.g. by
> adding a PCI soundcard as well as the one built on to the mother board.
> this company does various well known makes like toshiba, dell etc but it
> also has PCs called famous brand which are packard bell machines without
> all
> the software. I have ordered 2 machines from them and had no trouble.
> one
> I also ordered a third machine which died after a week. this can happen
> with any PC. the technical support was prompt and eventually resulted in
> me
> needing a new machine which came next day.
>
> If you have a good independent retailer near you you could have a PC built
> to your specifications but this may cost more.
>
> A number of PC companies seem to be getting quite good reviews in the
> press
> at the moment including PCNextDay (www.pcnextday.co.uk and Mesh
> www.meshcomputers.com
>
> Mesh and dell also let you customise your own PC
>
> PCNext day do not seem to let you customise machines from what I can find
> but the Zoostorm 2-5402 looks great value particularly if you need a
> monitor
> as well.
>
> Regards
>
> Graham
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Andy Logue" <andy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: <access-uk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 11:40 PM
> Subject: [access-uk] New computer recomendations
>
>
> Hi all.
>
> Thinking of upgrading my computer during the next two weeks and could do
> with some advice.
>
> Firstly, I've purchased both of my old computers from PC World in Glasgow.
> Both have been Packard Bell machines and both have required frequent
> restores back to factory settings. Both came with the dreaded Norton junk
> and when you restore back to factory settings, there is Norton again
> defiant, like an unwanted guest at a party.
>
> My new computer will have to have no Firewall or anti-virus, as I would
> like
> to try the NOD 32 system.
>
> My first question therefore, would I be able to purchase NOD 32 as a CD so
> as to install it before going on-line?
>
> I would like to try and make use of the remaining vision I have - I am a
> JAWS user, but cannot help trying to see what is on the screen. So I'd
> like
> to purchase a large display, 20 or 22 inch if possible.
>
> Are there any issues for JAWS with respect to compatibility with larger
> screens.
>
> Can anyone recommend a supplier?
>
> Can any one recommend a particular system?
>
> Below is some of my wish list:
>
> as quiet as possible as I do a lot of audio work.
>
> As large a RAM as I can afford as I often use multiple programmes.
> Very quick.
>
> 300 500 GB of memory.
>
> room for expansion as I fancy getting into audio editing and DVD burning.
>
> at least 6 USb 2's.
>
> Non Wireless Keyboard and Mouse.
>
>
> Please add to the above list if you feel I've left something important
> out.
>
> Finally, I'm willing to pay up to £1000.
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> Any advise very welcome.
>
> Best wishes.
> Andy
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