Computer/Network questions. I need multiple computers for internet based school. Which way to go?

[RblDiver]

http://www.bing.com/shopping/moonar-...M=ENCA&lppc=16 is an example of one that'd work I suppose. You could also do other searches to find a keyboard with a micro USB connector (NOT "mini usb," or even regular usb, the three are separate).

[gos]

For kids would a wireless keyboard and mouse be good or no?

Thanks guys.

Skip the wireless parts, not worth the hassle if you're trying to save money. Standard USB mouse and USB keyboard will do just fine.

[Ridge]

is there any kind of shipping deals from microcenter? wow, tax and shipping. they are expensive. i put the stuff in my cart and almost stroked out.

maybe a computer on amazon prime?

Probably cheaper to drive to the Microcenter and pick it up. They're in DTC, at I-225 and I-25

[kwando]

Does it need to be windows? If not you can get a $35 raspberry pi chip, just to get on the new. get some free CRT monitors, USB keyboards are you are set.

[Delfuego]

Lots of advice here, not much useful. Be sure to budget for Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/etc) if the kids will need it for school. $200-$400 per machine... I would contact their teachers/school to see if it is needed, and if they have student discounts available for software and/or hardware.

It might not be cheap to get them all up and running. But hey, kids ain't cheap. Feel free to PM if you need some specific advice.

NitroxBoss here on the forum owns Action Computers http://actionpc.com

[Ridge]

OpenOffice.org has free software that emulates MS Office, and supports their file formats.

[gos]

OpenOffice.org has free software that emulates MS Office, and supports their file formats.

+1. No charge, and is 99% compatible. MORE than capable enough for any school projects.

[cfortune]

OpenOffice.org has free software that emulates MS Office, and supports their file formats.

This. Haven't had office on a personal machine for years. Even in college.

[Brian]

I may be able to help you out if you want to look at laptops. I can check what I have today and let you know. I have several - was going to post on eBay but I hate dealing with eBay.

[Brian]

we havent had good luck with laptops. these are kids between 4 and 8. They really need to use a large screen and stationary computer.

Gotcha, I assume you've checked craigslist?