3.8 Other microcomputer topics3 Outline3.6 Displays3.7 Selecting and Configuring a System

3.7 Selecting and Configuring a System

  1. Brand name compatibles
  2. "Beige Box" compatibles - Local firm assembly
  3. DIY (Do-It-Yourself) compatibles
  4. The "buy versus build" decision.
    1. Warranty
    2. Support issues, single vs. multiple systems, cost
    3. Hardware costs
    4. Assembly time
    5. Microcomputer system life cycle
    6. Processor cooling issues
    7. Noise issues
  5. Open and closed systems
  6. Removable drive
  7. Operating system installation
Instructor: Louis Taber, louis.taber.at.pima at gmail dot com (520) 206-6850
My web site in California
The Pima Community College web site

3.8 Other microcomputer topics3 Outline3.6 Displays3.7 Selecting and Configuring a System