Today it is difficult to find a home that does not have a computer. But the choice of a computer is no longer limited only to bulky system units. If you want more compact equipment, you can purchase a monoblock for your home.
The monoblock is a 2-in-one device - a system unit and a monitor are combined in a single case. Such a computer is much more convenient if space in the room is limited, but if you disassemble the candy bar, you can see that inside it is very similar to a laptop. This is the main disadvantage of the candy bar - it is more difficult for an ordinary user to upgrade such a computer, and for a specialist the possibilities of upgrading a candy bar are limited. For example, in the cheapest monoblocks a video card is integrated, the amount of RAM that can be installed is limited, and not every monoblock has a drive for reading optical discs.
What parameters should be considered when choosing a monoblock
1. Hardware characteristics (processor frequency, RAM size and expansion possibilities, screen size, video card characteristics, hard disk size). Of course, the more memory, the faster the processor, the better. The presence of a discrete video card will also be an advantage, although all this greatly affects the price of a PC. If you play modern games or work with three-dimensional images, videos, then it is very important to choose not the least powerful monoblock model. But for surfing the Internet, writing essays and watching movies, the most budget models will be enough.
2. Interfaces for connection. It is more convenient to use a candy bar, if it has enough USB connectors, it is possible to connect it to a wireless network.
3. Case design, brand. Of course, these parameters do not affect anything, but if the appearance is pleasing and there are favorite images of an apple or a snow-white horse on the body, then the joy of purchasing will undoubtedly be greater.
Helpful advice: when purchasing a computer, you should choose the model that will not require an upgrade for another 5-7 years at least. Remember that the developers of software and operating systems are on the alert, and their creations require more and more powerful hardware.
I must say that modern all-in-one models are gradually being equipped with touch screens, which simplifies the control of the main functions of the device. It should also be noted that smart TVs are increasingly trying to compete with all-in-ones, but so far they are far from the capabilities of all-in-ones.
