Need Recomendation on new Computer

Thanks for all the good info. Think the one Sherlock 62 posted is exactly what I was looking for. Looks like the better price offer is out of stock right now but the other source is not that much differnce.

fj12ryder wrote:

As a Mac aficionado maybe you can recommend a Mac that will work well with the latest FPS or RP games. I've not had much luck. And something that is easily upgradable when the games again outstrip the hardware.

I'm not a gamer or a Mac aficianado (though a Mac is what O would recommend to the OP, who pointedly said he is NOT a gamer), but OS X FPS games, or RPG ganes, or heck, even gasp, :inux games.

But, for someone who wants quality hardware, with an OS that just works, I agree an iMac is ideal.

fj12ryder wrote:
Me either, I've not spent a dime on anti-virus software either, or had a security/hack issue. But I've only been at it for 15 years instead of 5. :) Just lucky I guess. But YMMV.

As a Mac aficionado maybe you can recommend a Mac that will work well with the latest FPS or RP games. I've not had much luck. And something that is easily upgradable when the games again outstrip the hardware.

Sorry, can't help with that as I have never been a gamer. I bet the folks at the Mac store could point you in the right direction.

:B

Me either, I've not spent a dime on anti-virus software either, or had a security/hack issue. But I've only been at it for 15 years instead of 5. :) Just lucky I guess. But YMMV.

As a Mac aficionado maybe you can recommend a Mac that will work well with the latest FPS or RP games. I've not had much luck. And something that is easily upgradable when the games again outstrip the hardware.

When it comes to free advice you get what you paid for however....

Just get the Mac that best meets your needs, lots of choices. I cannot believe people still are putting up with all of the nonsense that comes with a PC. After 5 years not one security/hack issue and not a dime on BS anti virus software. Yep, it's true.... once you get a Mac you won't go back. (and yes we love our i Phones (5S and 6+).

As always.... Opinions and YMMV.

:C

sherlock62 wrote:
Fortunately, Hardware has made dramatic improvements over the years. Actually, many of the all in one's (AIO) are very easy to work on these days. Hardware in them is pretty much what you find in today's laptops.. Quite reliable at that. As for touch screen.... UNLESS, you are old and very set in your ways, using a decent touchsreen is a real pleasure. Also changed is pricing on touchscreens... cost of same is down.

I have worked with touch screens for 20+ years.. As of right now touch screens FIELD REPLACEMENTS represent about 65% of the failures of my companies equipment (used in 24/7/365 operation year round)..

After dealing with them at work it is the last thing I wish to do at home.. But it is hard to convince younger folk that are used to fingering a 4"-10" phone/tablet screens that moving your hand over 20"-30" screen is not really efficient or easy on your hand and arm..

Most folk after they get a touch screen PC and use it for awhile tend to add a mouse and quit using the touch screen once the novelty wears off.

Touch screens have come down in price but they still are considerably more expensive than a non touch.. You can buy a 27" non touch screen for $100 but a touch version of the same size sets you back $300..

I have a 24" Lenovo all-in-one and it has been very good so far. No issues and it's about 3 years old. The touch screen is pretty handy until you need to really do something, but ours came with a Bluetooth mouse and keyboard.

Not a speed machine or powerhouse, but it gets the job done.

Fortunately, Hardware has made dramatic improvements over the years. Actually, many of the all in one's (AIO) are very easy to work on these days. Hardware in them is pretty much what you find in today's laptops.. Quite reliable at that. As for touch screen.... UNLESS, you are old and very set in your ways, using a decent touchsreen is a real pleasure. Also changed is pricing on touchscreens... cost of same is down.

I bought this one last week. Been using it for a few days now. All I can say is Wow!

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and here

Got mine from NewEgg.

GDETRAILER - I'm batting ZERO today... Better change out my coffee grounds I reckon... Thanks for reality check...

RBTGLOVE - Sorry if I mislead you with my comments - Was just saying you can get some real good deals on high end computers from OFF-LEASE Computers sales... Will delete my original comments...

Roy Ken