Spec me a very basic system

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Firstly, I'm very sorry for my lack of knowledge on this, I don't know anything about computers.

I just need a system for word processing and general internet usage. I don't really play games, but may get back into CS, so I wouldn't mind getting something that would run Source. I don't need anything overly impressive though. I may not even be able to run it at all on my budget of £200. No big loss if I can't do any gaming.

What are my options? I looked on a competitor's site and base units seem quite pricey. I looked at refurbished ones, but the systems within my budget seem quite out of date.

I could my the bits seperately. My brother will be able to put it all together for me. Would the member's market be a good place to look?

Thanks very much.
 
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should be fine for browsing and word processing.
 
well if you dont want gaming action and you after general internet and word processing this seems like a good option to me

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=FS-037-OK&tool=3

you can make the hdd 500gb for an extra £15 and
2gb instead o 1gb for £14 deff recomend the extra ram

its basic i know but couyld be worth considering if you dint need to game

edit. actually guy aboves is better as you end up with faster cpu but would have to build it.
 
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