Decide on the right Celeron CPUs to meet your company's needs

There are almost 30 Celeron processors currently available in just the D family alone. Add on the other five offered and there is a larger variety from which to choose. The main difference between the processors is the clockspeed and front side bus. These can, of course, be purchased already installed in a desktop computer, or as an upgrade for an existing system-which is what this guide covers.

I recommend: Compare Intel Celeron processors side-by-side on the Intel site. This tool allows you to choose the processors in which you are interested and compare them. They also offer links to where the processors are sold in systems or in-box (upgradeable). CPU World also offers a comparison of the Celeron processors both against each other and against the competitor processor, Pentium.

Compare Intel Celeron processor retailers

Intel Celeron processors are widely available at computer and electronics retailers. They are also available from a myriad of online retailers, auction sites and used merchandise sites. To find the best price and most reliable company, comparison shop first, then read up on return policies, contact information and company history.

I recommend: Best Buy is one of the largest electronics retailers in the country and has a reputable background of quality customer service and product knowledge. Use an online shopping comparison site, like Bizrate, to shop multiple sites and stores at once to compare prices and products side by side.

Purchase Celeron processors wisely

The best way to go when you are ready to buy Celeron processors is through a retailer and purchase a new product. This gives you the blanket of a warranty and return policy. Also, consider in installing the processor in your computer, you need to be able to put the processor in quickly and get your system back up and going. Make sure you know how to access your processor.

I recommend: TigerDirect offers a large variety of computers and computer components including Intel Celeron processors. Prices are competitive and you can purchase right from the site. NCIX is another great place to buy computer processors and other components.