Switching to WIndows

Out of context: Reply #11

  • Started
  • Last post
  • 11 Responses
  • plash1

    I have to advocate building your own system. for a couple reasons, First, you can swap out parts, so your system can grow with your needs. (you can do that with a branded machine, but you'll be much of aware of your system if you build it). Two, I'm in the school of thought that a professional knows their tools. sure there's a level of depth that you can choose in that thought, but building your system is well within the capabilities and gives you options when things go arise. and thirdly, bang for the buck! i don't really care about which OS is more expensive; if you build the system, you'll get more of the money.

    http://pcpartpicker.com/
    https://www.reddit.com/r/buildap…
    https://www.reddit.com/r/buildap…

    as for viruses, I've been running windows for years. I've maybe gotten a virus once maybe twice in ten years. i suspect those people who get them regularly are individuals who make pirating software a regular occurrence. downloading shit off the web without taking the minimal protection policies and/or are using one machine for all applications (ie. their production machine is the same system they use to play games, download shit etc. (one system for all tasks.))

    plash 1Permalink
    UpvoteDownvote
    Flag
    • the advantage for a pro to have an HP is that they offer on-site same day repair service. It's worth a lot if you need to "get shit done(tm)"zarkonite
    • I've found that it tends to be cheaper now to buy a well spec'd dell, or whatever during one of their sales than to pick-parts and build.monNom
    • You also avoid purchasing parts that just don't play well together, which can happen and is a major PITA. Hard to return a computer you built yourself.monNom
    Show [[ numHiddenNotes ]] more notesAdd Note
    SaveCancel

View thread