Based on what you have given us thus far, I think just about any
new/modern hardware will do what you need. With that in mind, find one
that matches your budget.
Font size is independent of the LCD monitor - that would be a software
setting. Modern LCDs tend to be just fine in terms of readability -
I've never heard a complaint from a non-techie, and even then only from
those who knew specifically what to look for or had another LCD to do
comparisons against (contrast ratios, brightness, etc.).
Having *just* replaced my desktop computer, I know it can be done for
around $500, for just the tower. Add another $200ish for a
monitor/keyboard/mouse. If you spend more than $700 (ish) you'll either
be looking for something specific (more RAM/CPU/Storage, a better case,
etc) or you are being "over sold". But that's an opinion, not a fact.
I do suggest though to try to get the newest generation of CPU your
budget will allow. This will help keep your computer relevant longer.
(i.e. buying an Intel Celeron or AMD X2 now means you'll likely be
looking for a new computer next year, instead of in the next 3 or 4
years....)
IF you want to play the latest video games, then spend more on your
video card, and put more RAM in the box. A decent video card for
3D/modern games starts at $150ish and can go up form there drastically.
I personally just get a motherboard with onboard video, and that is
usually all I need.
HTH
Shawn
Joseph Shuttleworth wrote:
Sorry, I forgot to mention, I will probably need a tower.
I want to be able to add an extra hard drive, or maybe
other parts.
Thanks
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