The PowerSpec 8436 is a decent computer system that will serve its user for a couple of years, but sooner or later, you may need to upgrade it, unless your tasks aren't too demanding.

Vista-friendly core configuration; large 320GB hard drive; Windows Media Center operating system qualifies for free upgrade to Windows Vista Home Premium. Paying the $899 price tag requires jumping ...

Bottom line: It won’t light up the room, but the task-oriented WinBook PowerSpec 9262 is a fair bargain and a low-maintenance purchasing decision, thanks to its capable fixed configuration. The ...