Faster processors. Falling prices. More memory. Computers today are far superior to even last year's cutting-edge models. Which one should you buy? Or should you upgrade instead? Home Computer Buying Guide 2000 will help you navigate the fast-changing home computer marketplace, with Consumer Reports computer-buying wisdom and brand-name ratings. The guide also covers: how to choose printers, faxes and other equipment-- a new section on digital imaging-- setting up a system that works for you-- software basics-- the essentials of the Internet, including good sites to visit-- ratings of top e-commerce sites-- designing an ergonomic home office-- a comprehensive glossary of home technology terms-- manufacturers' phone numbers for easy referenceFor more than 60 years. Consumer Reports has been the most trusted name in consumer product-testing. Testers read the owners manuals, try out all the switches, and experiment with all the features, duplicating how a computer would actually be used in a home.

Test data and results are then analyzed to arrive at the comparative Ratings published in Consumer Reports and in Home Computer Buying Guide 2000, which enable the consumer to make the best-informed decision on how to shop for and buy a home computer system.