Tl:dr
Need new pc mainly for running low spec games, some admin.
Dont want to spend a fortune.
Looking for general advice.
Even more specific tips.
Hello I'm looking to buy a pc. My one is 10 years old and probably not worth upgrading.
Searching for a little info/advice in the best way to go about thism
Managed to reformat it ans get some d2 running but the machine is slow and not upto scratch.
My goals - run upto 4 d2's simultaneously with virtual machines
Run other old RTS games from steam client.
Browse internet
Emails
Computer is safe, fast and reliable
Not my goals - run higher spec modern games
Using editing software
Streaming
A bonus would be if I can buy a setup that I can part upgrade In the future, for example add ram, upgrade graphics card.
Basically a 'strong core' which I heard said.
Some questions I have -
What exactly is a strong core, of a machine? The processor alone?
Where would you suggest I purchase a machine? In store? Online retailer?
Is it less expensive to buy parts and build myself?
Can you recommend any setups?
Anything you can answer would be appreciated! Thanks