Assume you have been asked by your manager to research and prepare a computer hardware and software recommendation summary and budget. Using the Internet, determine an appropriate hardware recommendation with specific brand, model, and cost (i.e. Acer Aspire 3), along with an alternative recommendation (i.e., option 1 and option 2), for each of the following three employee classes described. Also suggest software which could be used to complete the tasks of each class.

• Class A employees use the computer for email, Web browsing, Internet connectivity, and limited document reading and writing.
• Class B employees use the computer for all the activities of Class A, plus they need to be able to read and create complicated documents and convert documents into PDF format. They must also be able to create and process large spreadsheets, create and edit small graphics files, and participate in online video conference meetings.
• Class C employees are data analysts who perform all the tasks that Class A and Class B employees do. They also analyze data using programs that make extensive computations and need to be able to create and edit complex graphics. Please organize your answer in a table, listing hardware, reasoning for each selection, cost, and software suggestions.