Acer Veriton M261-UC4300P

Intro: The Acer Veriton M261-UC4300P is a Celeron-based, business desktop.Compared to other business PCs on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $350.This PC comes with 512 MB RAM, and a 80GB hard drive.

Noteworthy Features: None noted, given available product data.

Weaker Features: Has a DVD-ROM disc drive, which is somewhat less preferable than some similarly priced PCs.This computer lacks CD burning capability, which is required for common tasks such as data backup, and for recording audio CDs.Simple connectivity tasks (such as checking email or web browsing) will rarely show the deficiencies of shared video memory, though 3-D apps will.

Suitability: Best suited for office computing, including word processing, e-mail, and networking.

Value: In view of its very inexpensive price, this PC has great features for the money.

Suggestions: (1) Check to make sure that an AGP or PCIe slot is available if you plan to upgrade to a stand-alone graphics card.(2) You may want to consider purchasing a CD burner, for data backup or file distribution.(3) Using this PC's Firewire (1394) port, you can connect to many digital camcorders and other equipment and rapidly upload data to the computer's hard drive.(4) For help in deciding if this is the right desktop for you, see CNET's buying guide for desktops.

Vista capable: Windows Vista Capable logo identifies hardware that delivers the Windows Vista experience at a minimum.