[Gootzman]

Hey everyone,

I've decided that I need a new computer as I am still using the Macbook Pro 15" i bought at the beginning of college back in 2007. I'm done with Mac for now and a friend of mine suggested I build my own computer so here I go.

I'll try to give you as much detail about what I'm looking to do as possible. I'm still kind of early in the planning but here is what I know so far:

-I've set my budget to $1000. I do have some wiggle room to go over but I would like to keep it as close to that as possible.

-Use is basically going to be what any standard person uses a computer for. I'm not into working with photo or video editing. Would like this to be able to handle any games though since I am going to be getting back into that hobby (Good ole Apple never allowed me to do much gaming)

-The early tips I have received are that I need to use an Asus motherboard (Intel) as well as an i5 or i7 processor...definitely leaning towards the i7. Also Corsair RAM. I'd like to have at least 8 GB RAM but I would be a bit more comfortable going higher than that (even though it can easily be changed). Other things that were suggested were solid state HD as well as dual GFX cards.

Hope this is enough information for you guys to work with. I read the post about being as specific as possible. If you have any questions feel free to ask.

Thanks in advance,

-Gootz