Well my computer is getting old.... Please post suggestions/alterntives for a new computer....
The only thing I really good to look for, so far is SSD: Solid State Drive. That's a definite must, entailing that there is no moving parts, that can break - requiring no forensic experts to reclaim the information on your hard-drive, should it bust.
Beyond that, a computer needs very little storage - but tons of RAM. That's the problem I'm having with a lots of cryptocurency Wallets these stays.
Feel also getting away from Windows isn't a bad move either. Less viruses and stolen RAM from spyware. For me I think it will either be a Mac or a Linux model.
Love to hear from others regarding what is good or not...
Thanks..
I also like Mac model. Don't know about Linux model.
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The Mac Pro looks good, although its definitely on the pricey side of things.. Lots of SSD, and its upgradeable. I'd get the lowest version of it, if I got one at all, and upgrade along the way as needed. https://www.apple.com/ca/mac-pro/
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If you know how to use Linux, go for it! Linux is the only way for me now. The control you have is great. I only use windows for gaming now and I only use apples for keeping the doctor away.
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Can u recommend a Linux system, and/or a vendor?
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Truthfully, when you start talking about Linux in the context of mining, there are a lot of variables. But most people agree that building your own computer is most cost effective. I can't begin to start recommending rigs until you say what your budget is, or if you want a desktop or laptop and what your general computer hardware knowledge is like.
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Understood. Just looking for a general operating platfrom like Ubantu. Mostly I need to shop for someone like yourself in real-life, to live and learn from. I'm looking at 1-3K, in terms of expenditure, by preference. I don't wish to mine. Just want a computer that is hardenend for longevity, tough in terms of nuts and bolts, and can take a lot of computation for difficult wallets. I prefer the idea of desktops because you can upgrade - prefering to bite into something low-key in terms of where it can be upgraded to, for now... I do travel lots as a person with two trade tickets, so laptops don't hurt, but that's really not what I want long-term as a main-device. Beyond that my knowledge of computers is pretty basic, but I'm an extremely fast learner - although I spend most of my attention span on learning music and opera - so i dont want to be waisting my IQ on computers and cryptos all-the time... I often do spend 6-8 hours thinking about them as investments/assets, a day, but I really would prefer not to be doing that for life.... I've been unemployed quite a bit this year, and thankfully dealing with the explosion of price in cryptos, while having to reposition for the future. Got a genetic condition too, which has caused me a lot of physical pain, so I'm glad I've had the time off - so having to be at home to think about cryptos as an investment has proved worth my time. I've had to gain a lot of perspective if you will. Its like I've hired myself as an investor, if you will.
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well, since you are not planning to mine, and you haven't mentioned an interest in gaming or video editing, I am going to go out on a limb here and say I don't think you need to be spending anywhere close to 3k. If your main tasks include general browsing, social media and crypto wallets i am going to go ahead and say you can get this done in under 1000 USD. If you want a prebuilt, just go to your local shop and choose any mid range computer out there, they will all fit your requirements nicely. If you just like the idea of a bit of extra punch under the hood, maybe invest in a pre built low end gaming rig. If you feel courageous and want to tackle a PC build, then I would suggest, based on the info you have given me, I am going to suggest:
CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 1500X
Motherboard: MSI B350M
RAM: Vengeance 8GB 2666MHz
GPU: Any AMD RX470 or NVidia 980 card will be more than enough.
SSD: any will be fine, you could go HDD if you want.
Power: try to aim for any gold or platinum rated power supply. the Corsair VS450 is a good power supply.
Case: any, choose a form factor than has plenty of airflow and spce to work inside.
Cooler: Hyper 212 Evo. cheap, effective.
OS: Ubuntu 16.4.2 is the latest LTS release, stick to this for now.
This set up will be more powerful than you need, which means it will last you a while and costs less than 1000 USD. If you have any questions or need help, give me a shout. Its a pleasure helping out fellow steemit fans.
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Thanks! I may get into video editing in the future; but I have doubts I will ever require it. Slowing starting to do recitals, and just now buying my first tripod for my Iphone, to record my solos. Already got a zoom recorder too, that's very expensive to capture all the harmonics in my voice. Thinking of slowly putting a website together that nobody will know about, until the day I'm ready to sell my first tickets for recitals - than boom I will advertise my stuff (next year at the earliest; but I'm not sure if I ever need to do any video editing beyond stop and start?)- and the website will be ready to show other people what I do, and who I am... The rest i will leave up to a recording studio if I'm ever good enough to sell things people are interested in. Doing it all outside of a university education, so what I'm doing is almost unheard of! But somehow I find singing this way somewhat natural.
Anyhow, thanks for your advice. the above specs r probably all i need!
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Well, what about this models https://bestadept.com/what-is-the-best-computer-laptop-pc-opinions-reviews-prices/ ?
Does this computers are adapted for mining, or just for office working and gaming?
Thanks1
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