How do I pick out a new computer?

[jun y]

I suggest you choose an Intel since your mom uses more on emails, facebook etc. since AMD is good for gaming alone. a core 2 duo would be good since its fast for applications and programs and also not that expensive. about 2.66 or 2.8Ghz would be fine. for motherboard you can get any brand and cheap as long as it supports intel core 2 processors. for the RAM u may get a 2 or better if 4GB and a 512mb graphic card. for the hard drive better get a 320GB or higher HDD. btw, any brand will do since that depends on your budget but this set up will work just fine as what your mom requires for her applications. I guess your moms computer is old enough to replace a new set up like this one i suggest. thanks and i hope this helps.