Quote Originally Posted by ShutterGirl
Ok. I've seen a post where some were talking about what they have. Right now I'm just using my old PC that is very slow and only has 9g and very little RAM. Been looking at a Dell. I've been doing research on what all I need but can anyone help me out?
If you plan on spending a good amount of time on the computer editing images you may want to set your target right around:

* A "modern" name brand motherboard (ASUS is good!)
* 2GHz processor or better (Athlon's are a good deal)
* High Quality 1GB of RAM (1.5 is even better)
* A couple 7200 RPM hard drives of substantial size (one to back up the other)
* A 19 inch or larger high quality monitor.
* Adobe Photoshop (any version from 4.0 up)
* CD-ROM burner (multi format DVD burner would be even better!)
* Windows XP Pro or Home (doesn't matter which, just make sure you get XP)

It's important that you buy good quality fast hard drives because they will make more of a difference in your day to day activities than an extra 1G of ram or having a 3GHz processor.

I'm probably leaving some stuff out. Either way, maybe this will help you as a guideline. Your specific needs will help you further in your decision process.