Getting started with home recording is a pain. The learning curve is quite frustrating are there are so many components that have to work together that it's a wonder any of it works at all. To further complicate things, people usually start with a recording computer that is a complete disaster. This article is all about why you should start with a clean slate on your recording computer.

For anyone serious about making music at home, going with a dedicated recording computer is an extreme benefit and even a requirement for some. This article will discuss what to look for in a recording computer, how much power you really need.

I consider formatting a computer to be part of regular maintenance for a PC. If you are using a name brand computer like Dell, HP, or Gateway for home recording, formatting your computer could drastically improve performance.