How good is this computer? And if it isn't can you suggest me a better one.

[Starzy]

For super-low budgets like this, sometimes it's a better idea to get a prebuilt desktop or laptop, because the value of the bundled OS/software (like office) adds a lot. With that said, you could get way more value for your money if you were to spend maybe $600 on parts without including periphirals

My brother has this student account thing where we can download and keep any microsoft product for free and permanently.

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[stargatefan]

I've decided on getting a new computer instead of games, I just want someone to give me a cheap, good computer around $300 for me to build.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.1661629
is this a good computer?

If anyone can suggest me anything better, I may be able to go to around $400 for parts.

Please note I don't want a prebuilt computer, I want parts.

If all you are going to be doing is hosting servers with it, that computer is a good start, but you could certainly get better. Here are my tips. You need a good CPU and a most likely 8GB or more of ram, depending on how many players you expect to host at a time. Don't bother with putting cash into graphics as servers don't really need graphics processing. That being said, an APU may not be the best thing for a server. Get the cheapest case, new or used.

[foulprairiedog]

thanks betel

[Starzy]

If all you are going to be doing is hosting servers with it, that computer is a good start, but you could certainly get better. Here are my tips. You need a good CPU and a most likely 8GB or more of ram, depending on how many players you expect to host at a time. Don't bother with putting cash into graphics as servers don't really need graphics processing. That being said, an APU may not be the best thing for a server. Get the cheapest case, new or used.

I'll be using the computer for some other stuff, but not too CPU intensive stuff, like programming and such. And I guess I can upgrade easily. Thanks for the suggestion.

Also does it come with all the plugs necessary and all I need to get is a monitor?