Cheapest computing possibilities that will not die within six weeks? Used, new, whatever, I'm looking for something that will let me browse the net, do word processing/spreadsheets, and play music at least. [more inside]
posted by schroedinger on Sep 15, 2009 - 22 answers

Advice for a server newb who needs help getting started with a simple media/backup/torrent server? [more inside]
posted by wastelands on May 29, 2009 - 12 answers

Cheap gaming laptop recommendations [more inside]
posted by Kudos on Sep 22, 2008 - 6 answers

What's my best option for finding a cheap-as-dirt computer in the Dallas area? [more inside]
posted by Item on May 22, 2008 - 11 answers

So, my TV just died and I'm wondering whether a TV-tuner card in the PC isn't the way to go to replace it... [more inside]
posted by Rallon on Oct 31, 2007 - 9 answers

What "good" sub $100 computer speakers are out there? [more inside]
posted by anonymoose on May 17, 2006 - 15 answers

I'm thinking about purchasing my first laptop. All I want it to do is allow me to check email on the road, and maybe play DVDs. Is there a super-stripped down model I can get on the cheap? Should I buy something used? How much "fat" can I cut and still have a machine that will last a few years?
posted by JoanArkham on Aug 23, 2004 - 14 answers

Suggestions for decent-sounding but relatively inexpensive computer speakers?
posted by biscotti on Feb 5, 2004 - 14 answers