I need a new computer and am looking for some direction

I have the CS5 Premium Suite and do not have the 3D capability on my current computer. I am a PC user and was hoping someone would educate me on what desktop computer I should investigate. Thanks for helping out a newbie!

While some might propose building your own, unless you're *really* into computer tech I suggest getting a pre-built system, put together by a reputable company. For maximum future-proofing, it should be a workstation class machine rather than a regular old computer, and one that comes with a solid warranty.
If I were outfitting a brand new machine for graphics / Photoshop use right now, I'd look at the Dell Precision Workstation line. These are the only machines I use in my business.
You really haven't said anything about your budget... These are not inexpensive machines. But they are rock solid stable, they perform really well (and I'm talking THROUGHPUT), and Dell will come fix the machine if it breaks.
Now, if you are looking to not spend quite so much, you can get a just off cutting edge Dell Precision workstation used, even with a warranty still intact (and which can be extended) for a big savings. Believe it or not, eBay can be an excellent source of Precision workstations... I have purchased two this way recently, and I have had nothing but rock solid service from them.
My rule of thumb for pricing a professional, "get real work done" computer is this: Prepare to spend $1,000 for every year you expect to be able to use this computer. If you think you'll be buying another machine in 3 years, then you should look at spending $3,000. Another way to look at it is that if you buy a brand new workstation decked out with all the bells and whistles you might spend $5,000 and that machine will likely be usable (possibly with some minor upgrades, such as adding RAM) for 5 years.
-Noel

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Dear taz291819
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Do i need a new SWCV and Business suystem for every scenario .
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