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An amazing gaming computer for $1000

By Mathieu • Jul 24th, 2008 • Category: Computer Systems

When I started planning what computer parts to use for this computer, I was worried. I wanted to go for a 4850’s Crossfire setup, but I thought that it would go over 1000$. I also thought that if I went with a single video card, this computer wouldn’t be worth the 250$ different over the Gaming computer for $750. So I took a look at the Ultimate Gaming Computer for $1500 and I asked myself: “Where can I cut down on costs and yet, offer the best video game performance(by using a 4850 Crossfire setup), with a $1000 budget?”



Intel price cuts, effective now!

By Mathieu • Jul 22nd, 2008 • Category: Articles

Ah, I love those days. You know, the days where you hear that a big hardware parts manufacturer, such as Intel, AMD, ATI, Nvidia, etc, announces price cuts. That alone makes my day!

Yes, it’s official, Intel are cutting prices on some of their cpu this week and it’s already in effect!



The 500$ Office Computer: Reliable, Powerful and Cost Effective

By Mathieu • Jul 18th, 2008 • Category: Computer Systems

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Introduction: This office computer is designed for office workers, for people who wants or need a computer to work in an office, with a tight budget. When I designed this computer, with a budget of 500$, I considered the requirements that you will have from an office computer and […]



The best Cpu for your money: June 2008

By Mathieu • Jun 20th, 2008 • Category: Best of

The Best Cpu for your money: June 2008
Have you ever wondered what cpu should you buy, with let’s say 200$? Would it be worth it to upgrade to a faster model? Should I go for AMD or Intel? Single, dual, triple or quad core? I’ll answer all these questions and much more, right now!
This is […]



The best gaming desktop computer under 1000$

By Mathieu • Jun 12th, 2008 • Category: Computer Systems

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Hi everyone! Time for an update for “The Best gaming desktop computer under 1000$”!
Here is a list of the changes on this build compared to the previous build:
April 25th: 1st build that you can click here to see.
June 12th:

Cpu: 20.00$ price drop
Video Card: Moving from a […]