Buying The Best Computer For Your Needs
How do I choose the best computer system for my needs?
To choose a computer system that best suits your needs, you have to ask what you need it to do for you. For most people the only thing they need to do is check their e-mail and to get on the internet to browse the latest headlines. But if you want to use a lot of graphics on your computer, then you'd need a better graphics card. And if you're a gamer, you have to use a very high-end card with lots of storage space. So you just have to ask yourself what you're going to use your computer for.
What components make up a complete desktop system?
The pieces that make up a basic desktop system are: a monitor, a computer, a keyboard and a mouse. Sometimes, if you're lucky, you get speakers, a printer and a scanner in a desktop system, too.
How can I make my PC and Mac share files?
To share files between a Mac and a PC is very easy today. It didn't used to be, but now all you have to do is email files to each other. As long as they are standard files, like text, audio or even video files, the other person, no matter what his computer is, be it a Mac or a PC, will be able to open it.
How do I choose between a MAC and a PC?
To choose between a MAC and a PC is difficult as, because they share the same platform, they're the same. But for somebody who's never used a computer before, to start them off I'd recommend that they get a MAC because it is easier to use. All you have to do is plug the MAC in once you get it out of the box, and you're pretty much good to go. I personally think that there's a steeper learning curve to a PC, but if you get somebody to teach you, you will also pick it up eventually.
Should I buy an extended warranty for my computer?
If you've just bought a new computer sometimes the salesman will actually ask you if you want an extended warranty. If you've just spent a kajillion dollars buying that brand new system, your going to ask if you actually need it. If you're a person like me who knows how to fix their computers then you don't need an extended warranty, but if you're accident prone or you're in a house with a lot of children or a lot of animals, then I'd actually recommend buying that extra two or three year warranty on top of the warranty that comes with the computer. It's better to have an extended warranty and not need it than to need it and not have it.
How do I choose between a laptop and desktop computer system?
If you're choosing between a laptop and a desktop computer, there are a couple of things you have to consider. First of all, what are you going to use the computer for? If you're going to be traveling a lot then obviously your choice is a laptop because they're just easier to cart around. However, some laptop models today are considered desktop replacements, and that's only because they weigh a ton. The other thing you have to take into consideration is the durability. Laptops, if you drop them, are really easy to brake, so bare that in mind when you're choosing between systems. Laptops generally tend to be more expensive than desktops, so if cost is a factor go with a desktop computer. Finally, desktops are easier to upgrade, so if you don't want to spend a gajillion dollars every two or three years, go with a desktop computer because it's a lot easier to upgrade the parts for pennies than it is to buy an entirely new system.
What is the difference between a new and refurbished computer system?
If you're looking at the same model of computer and one's new and one's refurbished, what's the difference? "New" just means it's brand new, out of the box. It hasn't been touched by human hands. A refurbished computer, on the other hand, has been returned to the manufacturer because a part on it wasn't working. What they've done is they've replaced the part that wasn't working. They reboxed it and it's up for sale again. Should you buy a refurbished? Should you buy new? They're exactly the same because, often, the warranty is still good on either of them. If you're looking to save a little money, it's okay to buy a refurbished computer.
