My friends needs a comp for 400.00 US

[ETSA]

Internet/email is the primary use we plan on installing a version of linux just for cost reasons. We also plan on buying a used monitor, most likely CRT, for like 50 bucks.

Thanks for the idea's!

 

[PC eye]

CompUSA lists models under $400 seen at http://www.compusa.com/products/products.asp?N=200005+13&Ne=500000

Some more low budget loooowwww performers can be seen at http://idotpc.com/TheStore/Peripheral/barebone/default.asp?Cate.id=1

Just be careful what you get stuck with! These types of budget systems are for use and toss later.

 

[ETSA]

Well yea he just wants something to help him pass time and check email, and doesn't want to spend much.

 

[xspwn]

i dunno....HP's at frys are pretty cheap
you can get a pentium m desktop w/ 512ram and 250gb HDD for around $400

 

[PC eye]

The only two desktop models at Fry's are the eMachines "frightmare" !!! and a Compaq Presario listed for $399.99 with a $50 mailin rebate seen at http://shop4.outpost.com/{gUeQRY5Mn...PSY7ilutg**.node3?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG