I know I'm digging up an old thread here.
I took Twotenths advice and upgraded my HDD to an SSD, and it did make quite a bit of difference. The computer as of lately though, is starting to have more and more problems.
Their was a couple of times when using it, that it just crashes and the screen stars showing a bunch of colored lines and flashes. It makes a weird sound through the speakers as well, only way to fix it, is to reboot computer.
Also the fans on my computer are starting to go out and the bearings are loud. I'm not sure if its due to ground noise, feedback, etc. Speakers also crack and make strange noises from time to time just sitting there. Computer is going on about 6 years old, so I think an upgrade is in order.
I was going to purchase today, but though building would be cheaper and more entertaining.
I don't see much use in me having a huge tower sitting on my desk anymore, that's why I was learning towards a Mini ITX build or all in one computer.
I appreciated all the ideas from before, what would be the newer updated parts though as of today?
I can re-answer the questions again if need be.