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Chapter 26: Capital Investment Analysis
Instructions:
Use the following computer periodical web sites to inquire about the various types of computers available to small businesses. A linked web site is summarized below as an example.
Computer Periodical Web Sites:
1.
CNET
2.
ZDNet
3.
InformationWeek
4.
TechWeb
Sample Link:
"Solid computer systems under $1,000" (ZDNet–March 7, 2001)
With fast Pentium III and Athlon processors, 128MB of RAM, and roomy 20GB or 30GB hard drives, today's selection of sub-$1,000 PCs give you a lot of computer for your money.
Computer Shopper
reviews these four sub-$1,000 systems that save you money without making you pay for it in the long run.
Extended Research Activity
Use the same sites above to investigate a company's possible capital investment in operating systems software such as Windows ME or Windows 2000. Bring this information to class to share with your classmates. Be sure to identify the article's title, author(s), and publication date.
See
"Windows ME or Windows 2000?" (CNET–September 7, 2000)
as an example.
Either print out your answers for submission or email them to your instructor.
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