1) The Budget Machine
Part A
-This machine is to be based on an advertised computer system.
-Select an inexpensive desktop PC computer from an ad.
(eg. Dell, HP, The Brick, ...)
-Record its price and all the details of what is included.
-Be sure it is a complete computer system, includes monitor/mouse/keyboard/OS
Part B
-Find matching or similar parts to build a computer from scratch that matches the specs of the advertised computer above
-Be sure your computer includes monitor/mouse/keyboard/OS, case, etc..
-All prices must be in Canadian dollars.
-Record the source of your parts
2) The Dream Machine
-Find parts from web sites to build your own computer "Dream Machine"
- Cost is no object.
-Build your ideal system with the exact specs you want for whatever it is you need to do.
-Your system must be complete and ready to run. If you are going to leave out some 'obvious' parts such as a keyboard, either have a written explanation, OR
put : 0 keyboard -- $0.00 so we know you haven't just forgotten.
-All prices must be in Canadian dollars.
-Record the source of your parts
-include pictures of the pieces
Remember to include (or explain why you didn't include):
-Case and Power supply
-Motherboard and CPU
-RAM
-Video -e.g. card and monitor
-Storage - e.g. HD. CD, DVD, USB FlashKey, SD card, floppy drive, etc.
-Ports - e.g. USB, Firewire, Blue tooth, SD, Thunderbolt, ...
-Sound - e.g. card and speakers, headphones, ....
-Input Devices - e.g. mouse, keyboard, gaming devices, touch, etc.
-Operating System
Remember - All prices must be in Canadian dollars.
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