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Need help choosing a new desktop
CanalDigger:
Well, the only thing ordering in the next 1-2weeks would do for me is the Newegg deals.
But I really didn't plan on buying immediately, I need check my expenses and think about how to pay.
On a side note, will all the connector cables and what-not be included? I dont have to solder anything right?
I think the only problem will be going from a copy of Win XP(but no product key) to Win 7 Ultimate(upgrade disc). I think I can manage that though.
kitamesume:
i don't think Win XP can be upgraded to Win7 with an upgrade disc, they're totally different.
if incase of you still cant decide, for a temporary OS you might wanna look up Ubuntu, its free and... well, free.
CanalDigger:
I've looked around to find out if I can.
This person is in the same situation I am, but I got Win7 Ultimate for free.
http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/32928-63-upgrading-ultimate
kitamesume:
based on that QA link you posted it seems like the upgrade kit can be used as a stand-alone installer, if that is the case then you're in luck.
well seems like you've pretty much settled everything, sorting them would be whats left for you to do. but do try waiting for a few weeks more to see if the i5-3330 would be worth it, i assume it'll start at around 180$ which is about 20$ cheaper.
CanalDigger:
Everything looks good so far, though I hope I don't need to update to WINXP SP3, it'd be a real waste of time.
Assembly sounds fairly simple from what I've read. I always thought building a computer would be harder.
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