I am looking to build a computer since mine is old and upgrading is out of the question. Although I don't play games like CoD or Crysis, I would still like to run games such as Sims and Flight Simulator smoothly. So I don't need an expensive video card, just an upgrade from my Nvidia 9400. I am looking for a fast computer so a good processor is a must. Other than that, I just want a high quality monitor and a quiet computer. All input will be appreciated. Thanks!
APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: Within a few months (doesn't really matter)
BUDGET RANGE: 800-1000 After Rebates
SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: Surfing the net (a lot of downloading), gaming, schoolwork
PARTS NOT REQUIRED: Keyboard, mouse, speakers, HDD -- mine is
PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: newegg.com
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA
PARTS PREFERENCES: Intel Processor, Nvidia video card or ATI if that is better
OVERCLOCKING: Never done it before, but will try if necessary
SLI OR CROSSFIRE: Don't know
MONITOR RESOLUTION: I'd say anything above 1280x1024
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Will be needing Windows 7
APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: Within a few months (doesn't really matter)
BUDGET RANGE: 800-1000 After Rebates
SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: Surfing the net (a lot of downloading), gaming, schoolwork
PARTS NOT REQUIRED: Keyboard, mouse, speakers, HDD -- mine is
PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: newegg.com
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA
PARTS PREFERENCES: Intel Processor, Nvidia video card or ATI if that is better
OVERCLOCKING: Never done it before, but will try if necessary
SLI OR CROSSFIRE: Don't know
MONITOR RESOLUTION: I'd say anything above 1280x1024
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Will be needing Windows 7