Computers for children (UK)

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Dora the Explorer Children's Laptop

Play along learning adventure with everyone’s favourite explorer! Features 10 activities. Teach letter names, the alphabet, words, spelling. Plus simple sums and basic Spanish phrases. 2 separate LCD screens give extra interaction. Interactive 3D Dora character gived positive encouragement. Available for delivery to the UK and most countries in Europe.

Choosing a computer for a child

Here are some questions to ask yourself when considering to buy a computer for your child.

• Why am I buying the computer? To better prepare him/her for the real world.
• Is it for the the whole family? Do you need to invest in a more powerful computer.
• Will my child outgrow the system when he/she becomes more skilled in using it? Children learn quickly. With a year or two a computer will likely be outdated. Purchasing a more expensive system will mean less hassle later on.
• Can the computer produce graphs, charts, and reports? This is important.
• Does come with the standard office applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel? It is important to use real-world software, especially Microsoft Office and similar software.
• What about software - electronic encyclopedia's, electronic dictionaries, firewalls, and anti-virus? Can you trust what's online. Ensure you kit up the computer with all the correct software.
• Does it have enough memory to run graphical programs? Typically 1GB to 2GB recommended for most systems
• Does it have enough hard-disk space to store images, video, and documents? What about external storage to allow your children to transport data to and from school? Typically 80GB to 500GB is what is useful.
• For older children, is there enough space to store music and computer games? Games can take up 1GB - some even more. If you do a calculation based on the average software being 1GB then you will realize that 80GB is not that much - enough for about 80 software packages and games - quickly filled.
• A photo from a camera can be a 1MB. 1000 photos = 1GB. 80GB = 80,000 photos. It's not normally that simple as there will be video as well. Video size = 100MB to 1GB each. So you need to consider a mixture of software, photos, and video. All in all, the more harddrive space you have the better.
• Should you purchase a desktop or laptop? Desktop's are usually less expensive than laptops when you consider the overall speed to cost ratio. Desktop's are also more robust and less easily lost or broken.
• Laptops are useful for taking to study with friends or at a library. You may want to take out an extra warranty to get the screen repaired as the screen is the most fragile part of the laptop.
• Laptops are easy to move around the house - for example - doing homework in the kitchen and then moving to a more quiet spot.
• Are you setup for broadband? Fast broadband is essential. It will save your child's time. Allowing them to be more productive.
• Generally, you should opt for the fastest CPU (processor) available. There are always a number of options. Choose the best processor you can afford. Over 1.5Ghz and preferably "dual core" - two CPUs for better multiprocessing.
• Choose the fastest graphics card - the performance of a computer is dramatically affected by the graphics card
• Get a DVD writer - storing, offloading data, writing photo cds, handing in projects on CD/DVD
• Don't forget things like memory sticks, printers, keyboards, and a mouse

Below are some ideas for computers for children.

PCs for Kids

LeapFrog Clickstart

Slim Pad

Barbie Electronic Learning Laptop

Barbie Laptop

Inspiron 1525 Laptop

This is a "Dell Inspiron 1525 Laptop". 4.5 out of 5 average customer rating.

Essential Multi-tasking performance & Vista™ Home Premium so it's easier to organise & enjoy your photos, music & videos.

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"I bought this for my daughters 21st birthday. Could not have given her a better gift. For college use and personal music, photos, etc) she loves it................", gpd

The above customer bought the following system (you need to choose):

• Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T5450 (1.66GHz/667Mhz FSB 2MB Cache)
• Hard Drive: 160GB SATA Hard Drive 5400RPM
• Memory: 1GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 667MHz

Another review:
"Bought the inspiron for my special-needs daughter and she loves it.", NJ

The person above bought the following system (after choosing the following parts - you may need to write these down when choosing):

• Processor: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5450 (1.66 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 667 MHz FSB)
• Memory: 2048MB 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM
• Hard Disk: 160GB (7.200rpm) SATA Hard Drive
• Screen: Glossy, widescreen 15.4 inch display (1280x800)

XPS 420 Desktop

This is a "Dell XPS 420 Desktop". 4.7 out of 5 average customer rating.

Featuring Quad core performance combined with enhanced graphics to give you a head start on graphics-intensive software

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"This machine is fantastic - I purchased mine with Vista Home Premium - I have been completely satisfied. It has done everything I have asked it to. Compatibility was not a problem - was able to find updated drivers for my Canon scanner and Epson Printer. It worked so well that after my daughter who is very frugal and does not approve of new gadgets until they have been tested by time - ordered her own XPS 420 within a week of seeing mine. She even took a day off work without pay to make sure she would be home when it was delivered.", DD

The above customer bought the following system (you need to choose):

• Processor: Intel® Core™2 Q6600 Quad-Core (8MB L2 cache,2.4GHz,1066FSB)
• Memory: 2GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 800MHz - 2 DIMMs
• Monitor: 19 inch SE198WFP Widescreen Flat Panel Monitor
• Graphics Card: 256MB Radeon ATI HD 2600 XT
• Hard Drive: 500GB - 7200RPM, SATA 3.0Gb/s, 16MB Cache
• Optical Drive: Dual Drives: 48x Combo + 16x DVD+/-RW w/ dbl layer write capable

Another review:
"Boots up reasonably fast, runs extremely fast. Ordered with Q6600 Quad processor and 3Gb memory 800Mhz. Graphics are exceptional. Most people order Nvidia, but researched ATI Radeon 2600XT and opt'd for it. Best graphics I've seen to date. Monitor is very good. Ordered 22" ultrasharp, again exception graphics. System run very quite and cool. Our Dimension 4700 is much noisier and seem to heat the room. Wireless network card worked perfectly, did not have to do anything. Started up the computer it recognized the wireless router signal and we were in business! All the software works (all that I have used), no issues. Monitor came with several cables for hook up, not sure why? My son uses it for his games and loves the graphics and speed (games don't lag).", WA

The person above bought the following system (after choosing the parts):

• Processor: Intel® Core™2 Q6600 Quad-Core (8MB L2 cache,2.4GHz,1066FSB)
• Memory: 3GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 800MHz - 4 DIMMs
• Monitor: 22 inch E228WFP Widescreen Digital Flat Panel
• Graphics Card: 256MB Radeon ATI HD 2600 XT
• Hard Drive: 320GB - 7200RPM, SATA 3.0Gb/s, 16MB Cache
• Optical Drive: Single Drive: 16X CD/DVD burner (DVD+/-RW) w/double layer write capability

Furniture

• Page 45 - Themed bedroom furniture
• Page 46 - Girls dressing tables with chair
• Page 47 - Children's rolling top study desk
• Page 48 - Cupboards and wardrobes
• Page 49 - Bunk beds
• Page 50 - Cots
• Page 51 - Kids cubbies and coat lockers
• Page 52 - Barbie themed bedroom for Girls
• Page 53 - Kids Rooms
• Page 54 - Children's Chairs
• Page 55 - Child and Grown-up mattresses
• Page 56 - Children's chest of drawers
• Page 57 - Playtables and Chairs
• Page 58 - Growth Charts

Toys, Games, and Learning

• Page 59 - Wooden alphabet letters
• Page 60 - Children's Scooters
• Page 61 - Most Popular Toys 2007
• Page 62 - BRIO Wooden Trainset
• Page 63 - Pretend Lawn Mowers for Kids
• Page 64 - Play-mats and Play-tables
• Page 65 - Kids Games
• Page 66 - Paddington Bear
• Page 67 - Lego Cement Mixers
• Page 68 - Gaming Chair for children
• Page 69 - Harry Potter Children's Books
• Page 70 - Thomas Tank Engine
• Page 71 - Topsy and Tim Wellie Boots stories
• Page 72 - Learning Table

Outdoor Fun

• Page 73 - Play houses
• Page 74 - Bouncy castles
• Page 75 - Gardening ideas for children
• Page 76 - Swimming Pools
• Page 77 - Trampolines

Travel for Kids

• Page 78 - Children's Suitcases
• Page 79 - Trunki Suitcases
• Page 80 - Disneyland Paris France

For parents

• Page 81 - High School Musical
• Page 82 - Push chairs
• Page 83 - Computer for child
• Page 84 - Top 10 children's names 2008
• Page 85 - Schoolwear
• Page 86 - Improve your childs room
• Page 87 - Best Schools (United Kingdom)
• Page 88 - Safe zones for kids
• Page 89 - Children's escape ladder
• Page 90 - Home safety tips and gadgets
• Page 91 - UV monitor
• Page 92 - Reflective clothing