Dell Optiplex GX100

Dell's $1152 OptiPlex GX100--one of the few Celeron-based Windows NT systems that we've tested--exceeded our expectations. Equipped with a 500-MHz processor, the OptiPlex GX100 turned in a respectable PC WorldBench 2000 score of 127, surpassing most Pentium III-450 systems we've tested with NT. The solid Dell QuietKey keyboard permits smooth, soft-touch typing, but is a little noisy. This machine ships corporate-ready with an integrated network interface, a case lock, and built-in Wake-on-LAN management features.