02.27.07
Another Upgrade?
I rebuilt Paul’s computer about four months ago. I don’t remember the machines exact specs, but I put a 2.66 Celeron processor in it along with some new memory. I got the following from him today:
Hope all is well with you. I just wanted to check with you on my computer. It seems to be working ok, but a tad slow. Should I stay with it for a while or get a new one?
Here is my response:
Paul,
If you are OK with current computer then go with that, it should run well for quite a while. If it is slow I can send you specifications/prices for a new system. Windows Vista is out now, so if you are anxious to give that a try it is available. Windows XP will be updated/supported by Microsoft for AT LEAST another year, so there is no problem with continuing to use it.
Sorry my advice isn’t totally clear but it is really a matter of preference at this point. If you want something newer and faster let me know and I can help you out. If you are having problems with your current system I can help with that as well.
One thing to consider with your current system is whether the slowness is a result of your slow internet connection. Is it only slow for e-mail and web pages? Or is everything (Word, Excel, etc.) slow?
Keith
I would love to build a new system for him and make some money but I have a feeling that Word, Outlook, and Firefox (the only programs he really uses) will run at about the same speed on a new computer. The real problem at this point is his dial-up connection, but I told him that four months ago.