Perhaps your computer has kicked the bucket.
Maybe it’s just much slower than it used to be.
Either way, you realize it’s time to start pricing out a new computer.
It’s not always easy to determine what matters most when buying a new computer. There are several “nonessentials” that could easily dazzle you, yet these do nothing to help your computer function well.
Here are the most important considerations when you’re in the market for another PC or laptop:
Processor Speed:
Intel i5 or HIGHER processor. The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the part of a computer system that is commonly referred to as the "brains" of a computer.
Hard Drive:
Solid State Drive at least 256GBs or higher. Like a memory stick, there are no moving parts to an SSD. Rather, information is stored in microchips.
RAM:
At least 8GBs minimum (16/32GBs if gaming / video editing). The more RAM (Random Access Memory) your CPU has access to, the easier its job becomes. This enables a faster computer.
Other options are all preference:
Touch Screen / Screen Size / Design / CD & DVD Drive / Power supply / etc.
Anthony has been in the MSP business since before the acronym existed. Managed IT once started as break-fix solutions and some light phone support.
Since then, he has seen the industry flourish into a landscape of platforms, cloud servers, software tools and AI . Tailoring network configurations and software stacks to the specific needs of each business.
In his current role, he focuses on proactive planning, ensuring clients can avoid potential issues altogether. This involves meticulous planning for enhanced business continuity, allowing swift resolution of any unforeseen challenges. What initially began as addressing "fires" through break-fix solutions has evolved into a proactive approach, ensuring that such issues are prevented from arising in the first place.
