Thread: Queries regarding Compaq Notebook

I recently bought a Compaq Notebook with the following configuration.

• AMD Athlon X2 QL65 2.1 GHz

• 3 GB DDR2 800 MHz memory

• ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3450512 MB graphics card

• 320 GB hard drive with Windows 7 installed

My queries are as follows:

1. Can you suggest a good alternative for MS Office which is free as I just have the trial version of MS Office installed. The features might not be as rich as MS Office 2007, but I want to be able to view and format PowerPoint presentations created on MS Office 2007.

2. Can I play games like FIFA 2010 or Ashes 2009 with the above configuration? If yes, suggest a good gaming pad for my PC within Rs. 1,500.

3. I want to buy a 320 GB portable hard drive. Which is the best buy within a budget of Rs. 3,0007

4. Also suggest a good noise isolating earphone within a budget of Rs. 2,000 for my PMP. I already have a Creative EP630.

OpenOffice is probably the best free MS Office alternative around. You can download it' from openoffice site. FIFA 2010 and Ashes 09 should just run fine on your configuration. You might have to reduce settings a bit. The Xbox 360 wired controller is very popular these days and can be found for around Rs. 1,400 in major cities. Look for a WD My Passport 320 GB. It should be just around Rs. 3,000. The EP630 is already a good noise isolation earphone. There isn't anything a lot better for that price. The Creative EP830 might be one to look at.