2006-06-21, 21:51 | Link #1 |
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Which OS is the Best?
Im going to buy a Custom Computer, but i dont know with Operating System to buy.....
Heres a little description... HD=480GB Processor=Reconsidering Memory=2GB Graphic=ASUS EN7300LE/HTD/128M Motherboard=ASUS A8N-VM CSM/NBP Thats all i know so far.... Last edited by EvErLaStInG-LiFe; 2006-06-22 at 23:08. |
2006-06-21, 22:33 | Link #2 |
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What you mean you dont know which OS to buy?
If you are familiar with Windows, Just get Windows XP. Buy the OEM version should be 140 something. Unless you are thinking of venturing into Linux... Which can be a little hard for someone new to it.
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2006-06-21, 22:43 | Link #3 |
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Well. my first bit of advice is reconsider everything. An athlon fx is a waste of money. Go with an x2, or even a single core athlon 64 instead.
I'd recommend one of the following. Single core: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819103633 dual core: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819103735 Notice they're am2. This is for future upgradability. Plus, if you wait about a month, I've heard there will be a significant price drop for amd processors. Also, it seems you're going cheap on the graphics card and mobo. Spend the savings from not getting an fx series on the other components. I was considering one of these mobos, but I dont really have the money to build a new system right now. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813127236 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131013 Neither is a great deal more money than the one you're considering, both support sli, and the additional cost will be more than offset by the savings on the processor with enough left over for the video card. I'm a bit behind on video cards though, so I'll leave that to someone else. Anyway, to answer your initial question, you have a choice between windows xp, the upcoming windows vista, and the various linux builds. I'd recommend getting windows xp, then setting up a dual boot with whatever build of linux catches your eye. If you've never used linux, you can download a live cd version like knoppix, which like the name suggests, doesn't need to be installed, and boots off a cd. *That is the name live cd suggests*
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2006-06-21, 22:50 | Link #4 |
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The best operating system for you rig really depends on what you're planning to do on it. If your intent is gaming (which based on your CPU choice I'd wager is the case), stick to a Windows OS as almost every game currently available is playable on it.
Although, I have to wonder, with such a beast of a processor, why are you going with a GPU that will bottleneck and limit your performance? Cost issues? Wait a bit before deciding, with the upcoming release of the Intel Core 2 (or something like that) there is an expected 50% drop in price on all AMD CPUs. /me waits on the back order for his Athlon 64 X2 4400+ (AM2) >.>; |
2006-06-22, 00:59 | Link #6 |
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I just know someone is going to call me on it for it being too generalized or simplistic but...
Windows XP Home Edition - The toned down and simplified OS. While still, in terms of function and usability, similar to XP Pro, it lacks many of the advanced features and functions that, if used incorrectly, can really screw up a person's PC. Perfect for anyone who just wants to use their PC for general computing. Windows XP Professional Edition - All the bells and whistles. It is basically the same OS as XP Home but it includes better networking support, functions and, dare I say, user based security. Windows Media Center - Exactly as the name implies, its meant for media centers or home theatre PCs. The OS is specialized and tweaked for audio/video play back but foresakes many/all of the features from XP Pro and ends up being no better than XP Home. Remember, this is all just my opinion. >.> |
2006-06-22, 06:29 | Link #7 |
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You forgot the x64 version ^^.
It is available as oem at the moment or as 120 day trial, you can download it from microsoft. However do not expect that all 32bit application run flawlessly, plus you might run into driver troubles. |
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2006-06-22, 09:57 | Link #9 | |
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Get Windows XP Professional from newegg.com for 140 bucks. Pretty good deal. And wait before you buy! Product prices are droping on AMD's processors. Wait till August.
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2006-06-22, 15:16 | Link #10 | |
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2006-06-22, 18:34 | Link #11 |
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What the above said. ATM, Linux should be used mainly for office and Internet use. Games, publishing, and graphics, unfortunately, are out of its reach for the time being. But as a positive side, the projects develope and most SuSe installations are not only free, but open and safer than Wintows rigs. Those who do not want to play their latest "Battlefield 10" or o'le "Counter Strike 1.0 beta" do not really need to spend even that 140 bucks.
Personally, I have taken into liking SuSe simply because when Vista comes, WinXP will soon be dropped out from support. This will include customer-support and security updates. So then you have to pay big bucks of the new OS or jump out cold to a different one. By having a dual-boot machine now, I, at least, will have an option to choose if Vista is worth that 300 bucks they will be charging yearly. |
2006-06-22, 19:19 | Link #12 |
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Yes.... However unless he expresses interest into an unfamiliar OS, there is no reason to push Linux.
I bet you he was wondering which verison of XP he should get. Professional is probably the best since its aimed at Corp Environment. Home is like a broken down verison of Pro. Btw, Microsoft Just dropped their support for Windows 98. He has more than a few years left of Windows XP.
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2006-06-22, 23:05 | Link #14 |
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Uh... Thank you everyone and especially Kamui4356 for reconsidering which processor to buy too...
I think i might buy Window XP Pro x64 for $95 or Upcoming Window vista for about $120(Pretty cheap because it's my uncle's store) and i reconsiderded about the processor to buy it later since i still need about $150 more... and i decided to change motherboard to ABIT KN9 SLI Socket AM2 NVIDIA nForce 570 SLI MCP ATX AMD Motherboard as Kamui mentioned becuase my uncle has new one thats not sold..... anyways tank you for mentioning the Linux, i might reconsider that too for putting dual boot.... Anywayz,,, Thank You Last edited by EvErLaStInG-LiFe; 2006-06-22 at 23:17. |
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