Great PC for the Dorm Room

Most college dorm rooms today are Internet ready, what they aren’t for the most part is spacious. That’s where the HP Media Center PC 200 fits the bill on both accounts. Rather than having to buy separate components like a PC, TV, DVD, VCR, stereo, CD burner or to create and watch photo slideshows or movies to send home, it has it all. And, worry not parents, the PC component is terrific for all their school, Internet and e-mail needs. It is supported with a faster processor, larger hard drive and more RAM than most high-end PC’s, for a fairly reasonable price. Comes with a 15-inch or 17-inch flat screen monitor. $1299-$1999. A slightly updated model will be in stores mid September. www.hp.com