User:Konstantinos Sazos/Gaming computer

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Citing references that talk about the prices of the two consoles. p. 9, Chapter 2 for the first source and for the second source Chapter 2 p. 69. Citing references that explain why those two consoles were so ahead of their time. For the next paragraph I cited another resource to backup what the author says about upgradability. In the third paragraph I also have cited a source that verifies why building a gaming laptop from scratch is complex.

Added a new section called "Gaming Peripherals and Accessories" and added references to it.

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The Apple II cost around US$1,298 in 1977 ($5,633 adjusted for inflation in 2021) and the Commodore 64 cost around US$595 (equivalent to $1,879 in 2023), making it expensive for most consumers. However, their overall computing power, efficiency, and compact size was more advanced from even the most advanced computers at the time.

Upgradeability is another category many PC gamers consider when deciding between a laptop and a desktop. As Freedman states, "you can't build a laptop on your own", as the usable space inside a laptop is much more limited compared to a desktop. There are also fewer items that can be changed out on a laptop than a desktop, like RAM and storage, compared to a desktop where almost all the components, including motherboards and CPUs, can be swapped out with the latest technology available at the time. The only exception is pre-built desktops, which can use "proprietary motherboards that aren't standard sizes". These uniquely shaped motherboards can limit the owner's capability to upgrade components in the future, but they can still generally change out "the RAM, GPU and… CPU".

It is important to note that these PC builders build from scratch and the possibility to change out CPUs and GPUs after they have been installed is unlikely. Clarke also advises that people should and cannot build their own laptops because of how complex and compact everything is.

Gaming Peripherals and Accessories

Gaming gear like keyboards, mouse, headsets, controllers, and monitors are super important for gaming. They make gaming better by giving more control, comfort, and making the user feel like they are really in the game. These special tools are made mostly for gaming, so they're really good at being precise, quick, and lasting a long time.

Gaming Keyboards: Gaming keyboards are made for fast and precise typing. They usually have mechanical switches that give a nice click and respond faster than regular keyboards. There are many different keyboards in the market, some of them being smaller with less keys that give more room for mouce movement and the comfort to reach all the keys easier. Lots of gaming keyboards also let the user change the RGB color of the keys, program what the keys do, and are designed to be comfortable for different ways of playing games.

Gaming Mouse: Gaming mouse have high-resolution laser sensors that can track movements very accurately. They offer the ability to change how sensitive they are, they're comfortable to hold, customizable buttons that can be programmed for specific in-game actions. Some gaming mouse let the user adjust how heavy they are, change the grips, and make the lights different colors.

Gaming Headsets: Gaming headphones make games sound real, so players can hear tiny game noises and talk to friends or enemies. These headphones usually have really good speakers, noise-canceling microphones, and comfy ear pads for long gaming times. Lots of gaming headphones also give you a surround sound feel to make the user feel like they are in the game.

Gaming Controllers: Gaming controllers are made for playing console-style games on PC, with layouts and designs that feel familiar and comfy. They come with buttons that react quickly, analog sticks for moving precisely, and they vibrate to make the game feel more real. People usually use gaming controllers for games like jumping ones, racing ones, and fighting ones, where it helps to have smooth movements and good control.

Gaming Monitors: Gaming monitors are made for high-performance gaming, offering high refresh rates, quick reactions, and technology that helps keep the picture smooth, like AMD FreeSync or NVIDIA G-SYNC. They make games look really nice without any jerkiness or delays when you push buttons. Plus, gaming screens come in different sizes and picture qualities to fit whatever you like for playing games.

Gaming fans can buy extra stuff like gaming chairs, mouse pads, desk mounts, and cable organizers to make their gaming setups look even better. There are lots of choices from different brands, so gamers can make their setups just how they like them for playing games.