So I have come to realize I need to brush up on my Windows skills + Visual Studio, I primarily use os x. Therefore I am looking to build a new desktop. I did a build back in 2007 as a learning experience primarily.
So I still have this mobo:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131022&cm_re=M2N-E-_-13-131-022-_-Product
and this graphics card:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130057
I'm wondering if using those two components is even worth it. Would I even be able to upgrade the cpu and/or ram (currently 2gb)? Can I use that graphics card on newer mobos + cpu combos.
I will primarily be doing light use, maybe a game occasionally, and some moderate video editing, and mainly development/coding. I would also want to do dual screens at some point.
With all that said, my question comes down to, is the money I would be saving by using these two components and upgrading the other components even worth it/possible? I'm kind of on a budget < $400ish. Any advice, or 'if I was you' comments would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance
So I still have this mobo:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131022&cm_re=M2N-E-_-13-131-022-_-Product
and this graphics card:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130057
I'm wondering if using those two components is even worth it. Would I even be able to upgrade the cpu and/or ram (currently 2gb)? Can I use that graphics card on newer mobos + cpu combos.
I will primarily be doing light use, maybe a game occasionally, and some moderate video editing, and mainly development/coding. I would also want to do dual screens at some point.
With all that said, my question comes down to, is the money I would be saving by using these two components and upgrading the other components even worth it/possible? I'm kind of on a budget < $400ish. Any advice, or 'if I was you' comments would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance