Job Skills Maximizing Efficiency: Tips for Choosing the Right Computer for Your Needs

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The discussion revolves around an urgent need for part-time employment due to financial constraints faced by a community college student. The student requires funds to purchase two high-end laptops, obtain a driver's license, and cover rising college expenses. Despite extensive job hunting, the student has encountered difficulties, including rejections and the hassle of online applications. Suggestions include seeking employment at local businesses, considering self-employment options, and exploring financial aid or student loans. There is skepticism about the necessity of two expensive computers, with advice to utilize university resources or find more affordable alternatives. The conversation emphasizes the importance of budgeting, understanding needs versus wants, and the potential benefits of part-time work while studying. Overall, the student is encouraged to prioritize securing any job to stabilize their financial situation.
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TheMacNerd said:
- I need to upgrade/purchase 2 new laptop computers; 1 of which will be a Macbook Pro. The second one has to be something like Origin PC or some high-end PC computer.
- My remedial 5 hour class for driving is coming up within 2-3 weeks. I need my driver's liscense soon so I can legally get a car (when I get a job -- need one FAST)
- college tuition/book/lab fees are only going to go up (common knowledge)
- Money to MAINTAIN everything (both car & computers)

Why do you need two computers and why do they need to be top of the line systems.

As far as origin goes, it's a ripoff. If you're an engineer you should be able to build a PC yourself.
Origin marks up the electrical componenets by about 1.4x then sells you a custom case.

Buy the components yourself off newegg, it will be cheaper. Also you do not need a supercomputer.
 

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