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Today more and more parents consider purchasing a computer for their children as an important tool for the development of school activities and in many cases are a lot of brands, features and technically difficult to understand.

Below are several recommendations designed to provide a simple guide to buying aspects considered to be faced in this process.

Considering that computers become obsolete in a short time (an estimated two to three years but depend on the use to which they are attached), is better spent on something that actually going to use soon, considering that it probably will not serve forever.

With reference to these components to consider:
The microprocessor is the device to perform all the mathematical and logical operations applied to the computer. In general terms we can say that is better integrated into the microprocessor computer equipment, the better their performance. Therefore make sure the computer is going to buy has a good chip as AMD, Intel, at a rate of not less than 2.5Gb.

Special consideration:
Does not acquire a microprocessor or used an older model, keep in mind that: The speed of the microprocessor, announced by the manufacturer does not fully determined the actual speed at which the microprocessor generates results. A simple chip and outdated 1 GHz can be much slower than a modern and more complex (with more transistors, better-organized) to be "only" 900 MHz This is because the number of operations to be performed by the microprocessor for a final result.
RAM (Random Access Memory) as its name indicates, Modules are Computer memory used to temporarily store data and programs used in a specific process, so that through it, the computer need not be wasting time constantly accessing the hard drive.

The more programs simultaneously, or want to use if you manage to use graphic design programs on your computer, you need more memory so make sure you have at least 1GbMb (and if possible 2 Gb).
Cache memory is another type of memory ( 5 6 times faster than RAM and more expensive), used to store much more data to be temporarily sent from the microprocessor to RAM (to avoid saturating the data traffic). Due to its use and clear to its cost, its range is between 256 and 512 Kb (preferably choose the second value, which would allow "complete with a RAM" to work with multiple applications at once without any problem) .
The hard disk is responsible for much of the speed and storage capacity of computer equipment. A fast hard disk will save you time and a large capacity allows you to store a large amount of software and working files. Therefore think about purchasing a hard drive with IDE or SCSI technology at least 160 Gb


The video card is responsible for transmitting the information to be displayed graphically on the monitor and it will depend on the resolution and number of colors that can handle on your computer, so you buy a card with 3D technology that can handle a resolution of 1024 X 768 pixels at 32 bits. And at least 512MB of memory.
The multimedia system is the set of embedded devices unit for CD-ROM, sound card and speakers. This system will also allow you to read CD-ROMs (data or music), give them access to applications containing audio (very common now). Among this system is faster, the faster reading of the CD-ROM. We recommend buying a DVD recorder that also reading and burning cd cd dvd read and burn dvd.
The monitor will determine the health of the eyes of those who use the computer, so it is important always to buy a flat-panel LCD or active matrix 17 inches least.
The keyboard and mouse should have a good ergonomic design and is not advisable to try to save acquiring low quality. Wireless purchase is recommended to be more comfortable and the optical mouse with scroll is much better than the ball.

Once your needs taken into account:
It is always advisable not to acquire the latest innovation to be fashionable, first check and verify whether the operation of the developments in the market is right because it is not uncommon for new technologies presented to the top failures of various kinds.
It is very important, as in many other articles, make your purchase in the right place. You'll find sites that offer spectacular deals and not always to change the quality or warranty expected.
Do not forget the service, to investigate whether the company that bought the team has a technical support area, what their capacity, response times to solve problems, and so on. Some suppliers are very concerned to sell its equipment, its technical support is insufficient.
Learn about the compatibility of the brand of equipment to be acquired from the outset a clear idea of what your options when you want to add or change something internal or additional equipment.
As far as possible to purchase your computer with the operating system preinstalled at least, what you avoid setbacks and ensure that their equipment will operate properly from the start.