Author: Mike Blomquist

Have you ever wondered what makes a computer fast? If you buy a computer with a decent processor, you are solving most of the problem. But that’s not the only part that you need to be concerned about!

Benchmark tests show overall system performance

Your processor works together with other components to make your computer runs quickly.  For example, if you have a slow, under powered hard drive.  your overall system performance will go down.  Same goes with RAM and graphics.  A benchmark utility will test each individual component and give each an individual score.  That score gets added up and becomes your benchmark score!

The bigger, the better

The test will show you where you need to put your money to upgrade your computer to get more performance.  Once the score gets high enough, you will need to upgrade the system completely to gain more performance.  This test is especially useful when trying to compare the speeds of different computers, or doing a before and after when doing upgrades.

Action Computers uses benchmark scores to assist the customers in picking the correct computer for their needs!

Running 2 monitors on your laptop or desktop is very easy and affordable to set up. Once you have 2 monitors.. you will never go back!

In a world of multitasking, dual monitors is almost a necessity. Users running several applications often find the convenience of having two monitors a more beneficial upgrade to their computer than adding more memory or hard drive space.  And, since the prices of flat screen monitors have came down in price, you can get a decent flat screen set up for less than you think!

Ready to go dual?  Check to see if your computer is ready.

Newer computers are often set up to run dual monitor displays, but not always.  Older computers typically need a graphics card added.  Look at the back of your computer for any graphics outputs that look like these:

Some connections above may need converters to run certain monitors.  Your salesperson will be happy to show you the different options.  Normally a converter cable costs less than $20.

Need an extra connection(s)?  No problem!

If you only have one video output above, you will need to add a part to run 2 monitors.  Luckily, this can be easier than you think!  We can add a graphics card into the machine, starting as low as $42.99, that has the connections you need for dual monitors.  Alternatively, if you don’t want to bring your computer in for service, a USB video adapter is an easy addition to your computer that simply plugs into a port.  These are only $42.99!

Find the right size monitor

We sell a variety of LCD monitors starting as low as $19.99 that will work perfectly as dual displays!  Want to go large?  We carry up to 27″ monitors on hand and can order any larger size you need!

Dual monitor packages start as low as $79.99!  Add a second monitor to your computer today!

Don’t be tricked into buying an “inexpensive” new machine, thinking your getting a good deal because of the price!

Big box computer retailers bring customers in to their stores by offering low priced, low quality affordable hardware. While it would appear you’re getting a deal, the slow processor will make your computer experience miserable.  Don’t fall for it!

Action Computers carries high quality, long lasting computers at value prices

The result is higher cost, higher quality components which results in improved speed.  To test this, we loaded a benchmark utility on one of our Dell Optiplex computers and compared that to a similar affordable machine:

Dell Optiplex 780, 4GB RAM Windows 7 Core 2 Duo – 444 – $239

Competitor: HP Pavilion, 4GB RAM Windows 8 Celeron J – 336 – $249

The results

Our entry level computer scored better than a competitors machine that is BRAND NEW!  That means you will notice a speed improvement resulting in web pages loading faster and less waiting for programs to load which means you will be more productive!

Quality, high speed desktop computers starting as low as $239.99!