The Toshiba LX835-D3230 ($999 list) is a speedy, if utilitarian all-in-one desktop PC. It may be all you need for shared family computing, at least until Windows 8 touch-enabled PCs start to enter the market. It has a bright HD-quality screen, quad core power, and could be a decent kitchen PC. Other systems have more "wow factor," but the LX835 is a solid all-in-one choice.

Design and Features
The LX835-D3230 is built around its 23-inch screen, which has a 1,920-by-1,080 resolution (full 1080p HD). The screen itself is bright, with a decent viewing angle. The system is a basic, dark grey plastic easel-type chassis, with all the system's components built behind the screen. A single easel-type arm behind the system props the PC up, and allows you to tilt the screen back a few degrees. The bottom of the screen has two feet to hold the system up, with a wide space in between so you can slide the keyboard in for storage. The system comes with a wireless keyboard and mouse, so there aren't any cords to get in the way. Controls are simple: A power button on the lower left of the screen is backlit to show states like sleep mode and power on. The system's front-firing speakers are built below the screen glass, and are adequate for daily use, but plan on using external speakers or a pair of headphones for loud music: there was a bit of distortion at the highest volume levels.