 'Gaming' computer buying/creation
Hi, looked on the first couple pages of this forum and didn't see a topic on it. Sorry if I missed it.
Anyway, I was considering buying/building a computer solely for playing rhythm games [ssrmax/LR, stepmania, maybe guitar zero and others if I later decide.. my version of a gaming PC, I guess you could say]. I would like a computer that could run this all comfortably and not have to worry about lag or performance problems.
I'm a college student though, and don't have the money to shell out for a gaming machine. I know I wouldn't need that anyway, since these games aren't as processor/memory intensive as current games.
My budget is pretty stingy... $500 without the monitor. I'm thinking of getting a 19'' LCD from tigerdirect for about 200. I'm willing to spend a little more on the comp if it makes a huge difference. Definitely not over $600.
I've looked on tigerdirect and newegg, as well as gone to a couple physical stores. I've looked at some of the barebones and low priced systems. I'd like to know if there were some better alternatives, or maybe what options on these sites would be the best deal. I know a little about computers but not enough to make the best, most 'bang for your buck' decision, and I'd like some input. Thanks a lot | 
