There are many different types of computer systems currently available, so how do you choose which one is right for you? The answer to this lies in what you intend to use your computer for and how many tasks you need to do at the same time. Here is a rough guide to the type of computer system you need to accomplish common tasks:

Netbook Computer

• Ideal for word-processing and internet browsing whilst on the move
• Not so ideal for gaming applications as these typically require more processing power, although if you only wish to play Solitaire or some of the other games built into Microsoft Windows, these should work just fine.

Laptop Computer

• Ideal for business users who need to manage multiple tasks at once, i.e. sending emails, writing presentations and writing reports for example.
• Not so ideal for gaming applications or for running applications requiring a high amount of processing power, i.e. a large amount of data analysis at the same time.

Desktop Computer

• Ideal for processor intensive applications such as online gaming and data analysis, as well as anything else that is not suitable usage for netbooks or laptops.
• Not so ideal for someone who needs to access data on the move or who doesn’t have much space to store a computer.

There are, of course, larger types of computer hardware systems that are intended for use by large businesses and organisations, such as mainframe computers. Read the rest of this entry »