Need Recos for computer

[SuperSparks]

Definitely get a DVD burner, not only does a single-layer blank DVD disc cost about the same as a blank CDR, but it will be compatible in set-top DVD players, whereas CDs will only work in some models.

You had better buy both -R and +R blank discs though, and find out what the folks you distribute the DVDs to can use, not all set-top players can handle both formats.

[Sal_gal]

Okay, I have two models: 1200e and 1300e. I don't see the difference between the two but the 1200e is cheaper by about $100 from the 1300e. I'm wondering, what's the difference? Here are the specs: Besides the processor, there's no difference? Why do companies do this?

1) HP Pavilion a1330e customizable Desktop PC
EK460AV#ABA
– Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition
– AMD Athlon(TM) 64 3400+ (2.2GHz / 512KB L2 cache)
– FREE UPGRADE from 256 to 512 MB 400MHz (2x256)
– FREE UPGRADE from 40GB to 80GB SATA Hard Drive
– Double Layer 16X max. DVD +/-R/RW drive
– 2 USB 2.0, 1 FireWire IEEE 1394 ports
– No TV Tuner w/remote control
– Integrated ATI Radeon Xpress 200
– Integrated 5.1 Capable Sound w/ front audio ports
– HP Keyboard, HP Scroller Mouse
– Microsoft(R) Works 8.0/Money 2006/MSN Encarta Plus
– HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope
N/A $489.99 $489.99

2) HP Pavilion a1200e customizable Desktop PC
EK458AV#ABA
– Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition
– AMD Sempron(TM) 3400+ (2.0GHz / 128KB L2 cache)
– 512MB DDR-400MHz dual channel SDRAM (2x256)
– FREE UPGRADE from 40GB to 80GB SATA Hard Drive
– Double Layer 16X max. DVD +/-R/RW drive
– 2 USB 2.0, 1 FireWire IEEE 1394 ports
– Integrated ATI Radeon Xpress 200
– Integrated 5.1 Capable Sound w/ front audio ports
– HP Keyboard, HP Scroller Mouse
– Microsoft(R) Works 8.0/Money 2006/MSN Encarta Plus
– HP Home & Home Office Store in-box envelope [/SIZE]