I'm not a computer wiz so bare with me ... I wouldn't get the latest CPU 'cause changes r there won't b all that much dif from a 3.2 to a 3.4 in terms of speed and 4 sure there will b a big $ dif. So I would get a little bit more that the standard and def. Invest in the best RAM I could get my hands on. I got an old computer with RIMM 800 Mhz that stuff works like a bastar*. I don't know if rimm is still a good option in terms of compatibility etc... but if u get 2gb of 800mhz Rimm it will fuc** FLY!!!

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