I am going to build a budget computer for users who do no more than web browse, e-mail, and occasional video watching (internet clips, Youtube, etc.)I am trying to keep cost down as much as possible, but I want the computer to maintain performance for years to come (they are currently using an old budget Celeron machine I built back in 2003).I don't have any experience with the Sandy Bridge Intel processors, so I am trying to decide between:AMD Athlon II X2: ~$60AMD Athlon II X3: ~$80Intel Pentium G620 (Sandy Bridge): ~$80If I can find a bit more money I will go with an Intel Core i3-2100 (~$125), but I'm not sure it would even be worth it for what they doThe whole idea is that I don't plan on upgrading anything in this computer for years as long as it is functioning properly.Suggestions?
As long as you buy the correct pin and speed, upgrading/building a processor is kind of a wash if you don't need performanceLongevity is hard to measure considering only time can tell how long a processor will lastI feel if a processor lasts more than 10 years, it has done its jobI have always had a fondness for Intel, but Celeron was a mistake of overclocking combined with heat issues all to save a buck on their partI still think a Dual (or more) core will be optimal should your user ever use a Flash-based siteSandy Bridges are goodSo are the Wolfdales if you're into costEither way, Intel is a better money for its buy and their motherboards play nicer with them in my experience than the AMD's.
Ceramics are fired at a lot higher temps than any bbq grill should ever get but I am uncertain about contact between the ceramic and coals or woodI assume you mean to grill on it? So the heat would be for short periods of time but could be very hot as wellIt sounds to me like it could workYou can purchase ceramic grills.so maybeI sent an email to Belfast sinks.and asked themMaybe they'll get back to me soonI'll let you know what I find outsee ya later No answer yet, but you can try the linkAs an open grill it would probably be okayJust don't makeshift a lid and close it upPerhaps lay a few firebrick in the bottom to keep the coals from direct contact and allow air flowPerhaps line it with heavy foil to aid in cleanup? Good luck
