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> > it's not worth
> > updating a computer that's more than three years old
> > -- you'd do better to just buy a middle-of-the-line
> > complete new box, as you'd be getting more for your
> > money than if you spent the time and money to insert
> > a bunch of upgrades into an aging carcass.
>
> Normally I'd agree with you...
Personally, I've always preferred upgrading components to buying a completely
new machine. Why? Well, besides the learning experience, it means that I know
exactly what goes into the machine. It also means that I don't have to put out
so much money at any one time. Moreover, I can decide what I want to upgrade,
and get top of the line components where I really need them. For example, if I
were to upgrade tomorrow, I'd probably keep my 48X CD drive, because CD drive
speeds seem to be improving at a slower rate than other parts. However, I would
probably want to get a faster CPU.
Another major reason for customzing is that I have little choice, because I
prefer to use SCSI for my desktop machine, and desktop SCSI systems are almost
non-existent. Yes, the price is higher, but the speed is better, and I long ago
learned that compatibility and driver problems disappear under SCSI.
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