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Buying a new computer for home-based graphic arts business

Dec 15, 2009 11:12PM PST

Hello everyone. Thank you in advance for any suggestions that you may offer.

I am a graphic designer with a small ecommerce business where I sell my work around the world. I am in need of upgrading my computer system but cannot afford very much. I can build it myself if necessary but do not know where to start with modern options.

Simultaneously, I use Firefox, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign. I need something strong enough to run them all comfortably. i also like to play streaming radio while i work, usually with XMPlayer.

I prefer a pc not a mac. Currently, my pc has a single core processor, 1.8 gb intel pentium 4; Windows Vista; a 120 gb hard drive; and 2 gb memory.

I would like an inexpensive new desktop with Windows 7 to do my work. What do you recommend? My old monitor is ok for now and my printer is pretty new. I am not a gamer.

Thank you for your suggestions. I would like to do all of this upgrading under $400.00.

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Let's say we have 400.
Dec 15, 2009 11:51PM PST
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Buying a new computer for home-based graphic arts business
Dec 16, 2009 10:28AM PST

Thanks, Bob. I will check out the link that you suggested.